Melbourne Polytechnic Courses

• No prerequisite studies.
• apply through VTAC or directly to Melbourne Polytechnic
• attend an interview and complete a short questionnaire. Interviews are conducted either remotely via Zoom or phone, or in-person at the Fairfield Campus, and are open to all applicants (local, interstate, overseas). For further information email performingarts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au
• attend an Information Session. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement

• Australian Year 12 or equivalency, OR
• Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification in any discipline, OR
• Satisfactory completion of one or more subjects in a degree or associate degree course, OR
• Mature age applicant (21 years of age or over) with relevant industry experience defined as professional industry engagement for a minimum of two years; OR two years of high-level management experience; OR a combination of qualifications and industry experience. Supporting documents to include a CV with at least 2 supporting written references.

As well as the specific entry requirements above, Melbourne Polytechnic admits students on the basis of the following categories:

If you have already studied higher education: Y ou may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.

If you have studied a VET course: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a vocational education and training (VET) course.

If you have recent secondary education: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you are a recent secondary education student whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the past two years.

If you have work and life experience: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you have work and life experience and left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

Read more about higher education admissions criteria.

• successfully completion of Year 12 VCE studies, or equivalent, including units in English and Mathematics
• mature age students with relevant experience may also apply
• applicants without the necessary study prerequisite may be required to undertake additional bridging units of study in mathematics and communication
• All applicants must have successfully completed the Diploma of Engineering Technology (22478VIC)

• applicants with experienced industry and/or previous qualifications at the relevant level may gain entry directly into Advanced Diploma of Music (Sound Production)
• apply through VTAC or direct to Melbourne Polytechnic
• attend an interview and complete a short questionnaire. Interviews are conducted either remotely via Zoom or phone, or in-person at the Fairfield Campus, and are open to all applicants (local, interstate, overseas). For further information email performingarts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
• attend an Information Session. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement

• Certificate IV in Visual Arts or demonstrated equivalent skills or knowledge
• apply through VTAC or direct to Melbourne Polytechnic
• all applicants selected by interview/folio presentation
• Attend an interview. Interviews for Visual Arts courses will resume in September for courses starting in 2022.

Applicants must have successfully completed Year 12 of VCE studies or equivalent, including units in English and Mathematics.

Mature age students (non-VCE) with relevant experience may also apply.

Students who do not have the necessary prerequisite studies may be required to undertake additional bridging units of study in mathematics and communications.

As well as the specific entry requirements above, Melbourne Polytechnic admits students on the basis of the following categories:

If you have already studied higher education: Y ou may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.

If you have studied a VET course: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a vocational education and training (VET) course.

If you have recent secondary education: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you are a recent secondary education student whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the past two years.

If you have work and life experience: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you have work and life experience and left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

Read more about higher education admissions criteria.

• No prerequisite study requirements
• Apply through VTAC or directly to Melbourne Polytechnic
• attend an interview and complete a short questionnaire. Interviews are conducted either remotely via Zoom or phone, or in-person at the Fairfield Campus, and are open to all applicants (local, interstate, overseas). For further information email performingarts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
• Attend an Information Session. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement

• Certificate IV in Visual Arts or equivalent skills and knowledge
• apply through VTAC or direct to Melbourne Polytechnic
• all applicants selected by interview/folio presentation
• Attend an interview. If you are interested in our February 2022 Intake, please book an interview before February.

• Applicants must have successfully completed Year 12 of VCE studies or equivalent, including units in English and Mathematics.
• Mature age students (non-VCE) with relevant experience may also apply.
• Students who do not have the necessary prerequisite studies may be required to undertake additional bridging units of study in mathematics and communications.

• Year 12 with VCE Music: Solo/Group and/or industry experience. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement
• Certificate IV in Music Industry (Performance) or equivalent. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement
• apply through VTAC or directly to Melbourne Polytechnic
• attend an audition/interview. Auditions are conducted either remotely via Zoom or phone, or in-person at the Fairfield Campus, and are open to all applicants (local, interstate, overseas). For further information email performingarts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
• attend an Information Session. Note: this is not a compulsory requirement

Entry requirements

Academic

1. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in any area of studies from a recognised higher education institution
2. In the absence of a Bachelor's degree, the following will be considered:
1. A qualification at AQF level 8 [Graduate Certificate in Accounting; or Graduate Diploma in Accounting] from a recognised institution.
2. Mature age applicants who do not hold any formal qualifications will be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis considering prior studies, employment record, and professional experience. A minimum of five years of relevant work experience, post year 12, will be required.

Applicants will be required provide a resume providing verifiable details of work experience and testimonials on duties and responsibilities of employment.

Applicants will be required to attend a panel interview to assess their suitability for admission. The panel will comprise Head of Program of MPPA, another Head of Program, and an ongoing lecturer in Accounting.

• Academic writing, incorporating essay and report writing
• Study skills including notes taking, summarising material, and constructing answers to test questions
• Referencing
• Academic integrity

As well as the specific entry requirements above, Melbourne Polytechnic admits students on the basis of the following categories:

If you have already studied higher education: Y ou may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.

If you have studied a VET course: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if your highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a vocational education and training (VET) course.

If you have recent secondary education: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you are a recent secondary education student whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the past two years.

If you have work and life experience: You may meet the admissions criteria for higher education at Melbourne Polytechnic if you have work and life experience and left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.

Read more about higher education admissions criteria..