UniPath

Begin your pathway to University while completing year 11 or 12.

UniPath is a pathway program that, upon successful completion, meets academic entry requirements into many undergraduate degree programs* at the University of Notre Dame.

Designed for students completing a non-ATAR pathway or those who are uncertain about meeting entry requirements for university study, UniPath allows you to be a university student while still completing high school. You will study on a Notre Dame campus or satellite site, experience university life, and make friends, all while you learn how to study effectively in preparation for your university degree.

UniPath will help you develop the academic skills and knowledge that will enable a smooth transition into your first year of study. Once you have successfully completed UniPath together with your high school certificate (HSC / WACE) and / or VET qualification you can be confident of a successful start to your undergraduate degree.

*Arts and Sciences (excluding Architecture and Psychology), Business, Education (Primary & Early Learning only), Health Sciences (excluding Health and Physical Education: Secondary, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy) and Philosophy and Theology.

  • Why UniPath?

      • Experience University life by studying on one of our campuses or satellite sites in Fremantle, Sydney (Broadway, Oran Park, or Auburn) or Broome
      • Gain essential research, writing, maths and communication skills that will set you up for university-level study
      • Develop independent learning skills
      • Receive mentoring, career advice and explore future study options
      • Secure an offer into many undergraduate degree programs* upon successful completion of UniPath
      • Build a sense of belonging and become part of the community at Notre Dame
      • Commence your undergraduate program in Semester 1 of the academic year with your peers

  • When can I start UniPath?

    Upcoming 2026 program commencement dates are as follows:

    Fremantle (runs for 12 weeks)

    • Semester 2 commences the week of 12 July
      Student applications due 1 June 2026

    Sydney (runs for three terms)

    • Broadway – 13 April; 6 July
    • Oran Park – 13 April; 6 July
    • Auburn – 13 July

    For April intake

    • School recommendations due 16 March 2026
    • School applications due 23 March 2026

    For July Intake

    • School recommendations due 25 May 2026
    • School applications due 8 June 2026

  • Which courses do I enrol in?

    The courses are designed in such a way that they complement each other in skills and knowledge and help build confidence with transitioning into an undergraduate program.

    UniPath General Stream

    • Learning for University (ENAB0100) Orientation course
    • Communication Skills (ENAB0001)
    • Essential Mathematics (ENAB0002)
    • Research & Academic Writing (ENAB0004)

    UniPath Health Stream (Fremantle Campus only)

    • Learning for University (ENAB0100) Orientation week sessions
    • Research & Academic Writing (ENAB0004)
    • Foundations of Human Biology (ENAB0008)

    and one of the following elective courses**:

    • Communication Skills (ENAB0001) OR
    • Essential Mathematics (ENAB0002)

    *Students wishing to apply for an undergraduate program in Health Sciences must complete the UniPath Health Stream.

    **If a student is not taking or has not successfully passed Year 11 mathematics at school, they will be required to take Essential Mathematics (ENAB0002) as their elective.

  • How do I fit UniPath and school in my schedule?

    UniPath is a partnership between your High School and the University of Notre Dame. It has been designed to fit with your school timetable and balance school and university study load. Your School and the University of Notre Dame will support you in your learning journey.

    Fremantle

    Courses are delivered on campus on a single day of the week, decided by your school, over 12 weeks to provide you with an authentic experience of a typical university student. You will attend class from 8.30am-3.30pm with an hour lunch break, where you can enjoy the common free time with your peers on campus.

    In addition to attending class, you will need to complete preparation tasks, assignments, and study in your own time.

    Sydney

    Courses are delivered across three block weeks in the school holidays, for five days, attending class from 8.30am-3.30pm with an hour lunch break, where you can enjoy the common free time with your peers on campus. In the term following your block week, you will complete weekly learning activities designed to build your skills, confidence, and support your school work. You can expect this to take about 3 hours a week.

    In addition to attending class, you will need to complete preparation tasks, assignments, and study in your own time.

  • Am I eligible for UniPath?

    UniPath is a partnership between your school and The University of Notre Dame, so your school must recommend you as eligible for the program before you apply.

    Western Australia (latest report at the time of applying)
    If you are a general pathway student, you will require:

    • Minimum 4 general subjects of which one must be English
    • Minimum C grade in English
    • Minimum C grade for two out of the four subjects, the other two subjects must be B or higher.
    • Principal or teacher’s recommendation

    If you are a mixed ATAR and General pathway student, you will require:

    • Four subjects, of which one must be English
    • Minimum C grade for all ATAR subjects
    • For general subjects mostly B grades (will accept a maximum of 2 C grades)
    • Principal or teacher’s recommendation

    If you are an ATAR pathway student, you will require:

    • Minimum of 4 subjects (can be a mix of ATAR and general) of which one must be English
    • For ATAR subjects, mostly C grades (will accept 3 C grades)
    • For General subjects, mostly B grades (will accept a maximum of 2 C grades)
    • Principal or teacher’s recommendation

    New South Wales (latest report at the time of applying)

    If you are an ATAR and General pathway student, you will require:

    • Minimum of 4 HSC subjects of which one must be English
    • Minimum C grade across all subjects
    • Principal of teacher’s recommendation.

    UniPath is available to Australian domestic students only.

  • How to apply

    1. Discuss your eligibility to complete UniPath with your school
    2. Your school will submit a recommendation to Notre Dame
    3. Get your documents ready to apply
      - A completed Guardian Consent form
      - A copy of your most recent school report 
      - Proof of citizenship
    4. Click Apply Now and complete your application. Upload your documents with your application or email them to admissions@nd.edu.au.

  • UniPath fees

    UniPath is an eligible Commonwealth Government FEE-FREE Uni Ready (FFUR) program under the Universities Accord (Student Support and Other Measures) Bill 2024. This means you will be able to undertake the program free of charge. To enjoy this benefit, you will be required to complete the FFUR Commonwealth Assistance Form (FFUR CAF) upon enrolment.

  • UniPath Equity Partner Schools

    For principals, teachers, or career advisors interested in becoming a UniPath Partner School, contact us at unipath@nd.edu.au

    Contact us
    Please complete the expression of interest form to register your interest in UniPath.
    Register your interest

    Fremantle
    Address: ND44 – 28 Mouat St, Fremantle WA 6160 Email: unipath@nd.edu.au Phone: 02 8204 4408

    Sydney
    Address: NDS5/529 – 140 Broadway, Sydney NSW 2007 Email: unipath@nd.edu.au Phone: 02 8204 4408

Contact us

Please complete the expression of interest form to register your interest in UniPath.

Register your interest

Fremantle

Address: ND44 – 28 Mouat St, Fremantle WA 6160
Email: unipath@nd.edu.au
Phone: 02 8204 4408

Sydney

Address: NDS5/529 – 140 Broadway, Sydney NSW 2007
Email: unipath@nd.edu.au
Phone: 02 8204 4408