The University of Notre Dame Australia Courses

The minimum entry requirements of The University of Notre Dame Australia apply for the Undergraduate Certificate in Science.

While minimum entry requirements need to be met, we also consider a student's application more broadly - their non-academic achievements (professional work experience, leadership roles, volunteering, community and/or church involvement), as well as their personal qualities, aspirations, interests and capacity to successfully complete this program.

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the minimum requirements outlined in the admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program.

Specific Program Requirements for Admission

A student applying for the Graduate Certificate in Sport and Educational Performance must:

• Hold a Bachelor-Level Qualification in an Education or Related Field or;
• Hold a Bachelor-Level Qualification in any field and a Postgraduate Qualification in an Education or Related Field

The minimum entry requirements of The University of Notre Dame Australia apply to the Undergraduate Certificate in Foundations of Nursing.

While minimum entry requirements need to be met, we also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (professional work experience, leadership roles, volunteering, community and/or church involvement), as well as your personal qualities, aspirations, interests and your capacity to successfully complete this program.

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership, applicants must meet the following specific requirements:

• As a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree in a health profession; or
• A Bachelor degree in another (non-health) area with evidence of specific professional experience in health; or
• Evidence of a senior management or leadership role in the health sector.

The following entry requirements apply to this program:

• Be midwives previously registered in Australia
• Provide an approved NMBA registration for re-entry to the practice program. The registration must be valid for the duration of the program and an additional 4 weeks following completion
• Meet inherent requirements for midwifery professional practice
• Meet the English requirements for this program: IELTS Academic score of 7.0
• Have a valid criminal record check and apply for a Working with Children Check (WA & NSW)
• Provide a record of immunisation, and provide evidence that they meet the NSW Ministry of Health or WA Department of Health immunisation requirements

The minimum entry requirements of The University of Notre Dame Australia apply for the Undergraduate Certificate in Arts.

While minimum entry requirements need to be met, we also consider a student's application more broadly - their non-academic achievements (professional work experience, leadership roles, volunteering, community and/or church involvement), as well as their personal qualities, aspirations, interests and capacity to successfully complete this program.

Academic requirements for this program are outlined on our admission requirements page. All applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements, including those relating to age and English Language Proficiency.

The program will be available to students who have a previous Nursing degree or equivalent; or; who have a previous allied health degree or professional equivalence.

The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the Master of Philosophy program:

• Possession of an undergraduate degree from a recognised university
• An equivalent academic background or extensive professional experience that is considered by the Dean of the School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at Master's level.

An applicant may be required to demonstrate an ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study or as deemed by the Dean of School.

To be eligible for admission to The Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Learning and Development applicants must meet the following specific requirements.

a) Evidence of specific professional experience related to working with young children. Evidence includes a letter from your employer or a personal statement outlining your professional experience with children and a contactable referee;
and/or
b) A certificate 4 in any field

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Education applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

• Be eligible for teacher registration in Australia; and either
• Successfully complete the University of Notre Dame Australia Graduate Certificate of Education (Special and Inclusive Education) or equivalent; or
• Have at least two years of full-time professional experience in either a primary or secondary school setting.

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the minimum requirements outlined in the admission requirements. These include those relating to age and English Language Proficiency.

Specific Program Requirements for Admission

A student applying for the Graduate Diploma in Sport Coaching and Educational Leadership must:

• Hold a Bachelor-Level Qualification in an Education or Related Field or;
• Hold a Bachelor-Level Qualification in any field and a Postgraduate Qualification in an Education or Related Field