Student's Checklist
This page contains all the key information and advice you will need to help make a successful transition to tertiary education.
The checklist below is designed as a step-by-step guide to organising your tertiary education — everything from choosing the right course, institution and state, to finding out about student life, how to pay your way and tips for success.
Simply follow the links in the checklist to find out everything you need to know about higher education.
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1.1 Do you need help choosing a course? |
Yes |
Click here for information |
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1.2 Are you aware of the different types of degrees available? |
Yes |
Go to Question 1.3 |
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1.3 Do you know the difference between a |
Yes |
Go to Question 1.4 |
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1.4 Have you chosen a tertiary institution? |
Yes |
Go to Question 1.5 |
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1.5 Have you chosen a campus to attend? |
Yes |
Go to Step 2 |
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2.1 Have you chosen a field of study? |
Yes |
Go to Step 3 |
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3.1 Have you heard about different tertiary |
Yes |
Go to Question 3.2 |
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3.2 Are you aware of the different types of |
Yes |
Got to Question 3.3 |
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3.3 Do you want more information about the |
Yes |
Click here for more information |
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3.4 Have you heard about VET? |
Yes |
Go to Question 3.5 |
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3.5 Are you interested in Australian Apprenticeships? |
Yes |
Click here for details |
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3.6 Are you aware of distance and online education? |
Yes |
Go to Step 4 |
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4.1 Do you know about the different selection methods used to enter tertiary study? |
Yes |
Go to Question 4.2 |
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4.2 Are you aware of the requirements for a higher education degree? |
Yes |
Click here to find out |
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4.3 Do you know what is required to get into a |
Yes |
Go to Question 4.4 |
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4.4 Do you need tips for how to prepare to get into tertiary education? |
Yes |
Click here for some handy hints |
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4.5 Do you know about different pathways into tertiary study? |
Yes |
Go to Step 5 |
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5.1 Do you know about degree costs and loans? |
Yes |
Go to Question 5.2 |
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5.2 Do you know if your chosen institution is a FEE-HELP provider? |
Yes |
Go to Question 5.3 |
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5.3 Are you aware of VET costs and loans? |
Yes |
Go to Question 5.4 |
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5.4 Have you explored scholarships and financial assistance? |
Yes |
Go to Question 5.5 |
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5.5 Do you know where most students get their income? |
Yes |
Go to Question 5.6 |
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5.6 Do you need some student survival tips? |
Yes |
Click here to read some tips |
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6.1 Do you need to move out of home to commence your tertiary education? |
Yes |
Click here for more information |
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6.2 Do you know about the many differences between school and tertiary education? |
Yes |
Go to question 6.3 |
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6.3 Are you aware of the range of student support services? |
Yes |
Go to Question 6.4 |
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6.4 Have you investigated study abroad or student exchange? |
Yes |
Go to Question 6.5 |
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6.5 Do you want some tips for success? |
Yes |
Click here for some handy tips |
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6.6 Do you know how successful tertiary graduates are? |
Yes |
Go to the final checklist |
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The final check list
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Step 1. Have you chosen a course and campus? |
Yes |
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Step 2. Have you chosen a field of study? |
Yes |
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Step 3. Are you aware of the different study options? |
Yes |
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Step 4. Do you understand how you can gain entry to a tertiary course? |
Yes |
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Step 5. Have you explored the different payment options available? |
Yes |
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Step 6. Do you understand what student life is like? |
Yes |
