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[psyxwar]

Just wondering if I do a bachelor of science at UoM if the extension units I did at Monash this year (CHM1011 and CHM1022) would be credited? These units are roughly, but not exactly, equivalent to first year science units CHEM10003 and CHEM10004

[unimelb]

Hi uoiea,

This is Matthew from the Office of Admissions.

Hi,
so I've been using the Credit Calculator and it seems that quite a few subjects (~50%?) don't even grant credit even though they're listed, shown as

A: "Based on the selections you have made there are no programs for which Credit for Previous Study is known to be granted."

followed by

B: "NOTE - A blank search result does not mean that credit/advanced standing will not be granted. A formal decision will be made once you have submitted a course application and an application for credit/advanced standing."

does this mean that subjects which fall under A can possibly be eligible for credit? What are the chances if this is the case?

My aim is probably to do a course at another Uni before transferring to UoM if I want to, but I am certainly not keen on having to do extra years in university

A blank search result does not mean that credit/advanced standing will not be granted, it just means that the University has not yet published credit arrangements for that particular course/subject. You can potentially try and check with the Faculty you plan on studying at about individual subjects.

In general terms, credit will usually be granted to a successful domestic undergraduate transfer applicant if they have recently completed undergraduate subjects that are from a cognate discipline and are at the same level (first-year to first-year, for example). Final decisions regarding credit are only made after an offer of a place in the course has been made.

[LOLs99]

Hi LOLs99,

Actually the Melbourne School of Engineering has recently changed their entry requirements so that they will be looking at the overall score from your previous degree, not just the last 2 years. For applications from UOM students for 2015 we will use the Weighted Average Mark (WAM), however if this falls below the required 65% then we will use all level 2 and 3 subjects including fails. If this also falls below 65% then you would not be eligible for the program. Hence, we would suggest that you do a level 2/3 breadth in your third year of undergrad.

- Carol

So when u say 65% , does it mean u need an average of 65(third class honours). How do you really calculate GPA or WAM? Is it like an average of all your subject grades?

[Rishi97]

Hi UoM

I am interested in your Bachelor of Science course.  I am a KLD scholar and also attended an underrepresented school.  Could you please let me know roughly the atar that would me required to get in?

Thanks heaps

[Rod]

Hi,
My school is listed in the under-represented list. http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/admissions/access_melbourne_and_equity_programs/access-melbourne/eligibility-criteria/under-represented-schools

What does this actually mean? And how will this help me when I apply for courses in UoM?

Thanks

[tomash95]

Hi,
My school is listed in the under-represented list. http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/admissions/access_melbourne_and_equity_programs/access-melbourne/eligibility-criteria/under-represented-schools

What does this actually mean? And how will this help me when I apply for courses in UoM?

Thanks

It means you're able to get into courses using Access Melbourne. Look at the undergraduate courses on the main website and see what they are. For example, you'll need 79 to get into Science rather than a 85-92.

[soNasty]

It means you're able to get into courses using Access Melbourne. Look at the undergraduate courses on the main website and see what they are. For example, you'll need 79 to get into Science rather than a 85-92.

Hi, my school is in the under represented schools list as well. Is this access melbourne thing guaranteed because of this? ive applied for seas.

[sjayne]

I thought that (for example science) the atar for underrepresented schools was higher than the 78 and actually about 85?

[tomash95]

Er, my bad. Yeah, it's 85 minimum for any subset of the Access Melbourne list other than the two which get you in with a 79. No where is this made clear on the Melb course search pages, though.

From what I was told about AM coming from an under-represented school myself, they basically have a set quota of kids they want to accept under the grounds of Access Melbourne. Say they set aside 20% of the Science course @ Melb for AM kids, they'll arrange you in a list of your ATARs below the 92 clearly in and go down the list. If the last seat is taken by a kid who got 85.55 and your score was 85.50 ... well, too bad. There's sure to be much more criteria weighed than just ATAR (for example, if you got 86 despite scoring a 48 in Biology that was brought down by your 25 Legal Studies score, they'll probably want you in their Science course). It's by no means a gurantee, it's a consideration. I had a good friend from last year who wanted to go to Melbourne too but she scored lower than the minimum and had to settle with Monash despite applying for AM.

Most of my friends slacked off and only put in enough effort to get above the 85, but I kind of went overboard and scored a 93. Too much effort for a score that meant nothing, honestly, but I guess it's too late for me to recommend you try your hardest regardless of Access Melbourne. :V

[mvajpayee]

Hi!
I just had one quick question. When applying for uni, is it compulsory to have a tax file number? I am a permanent resident, so I am aware that I am not eligible for the HECS-HELP. I know that I have to make the Student Contribution upfront. So I do need to provide them with one, given that I will not be granted any loan and would be making the student contribution before the Census Date?
Thanks

[unimelb]

Hey all, Carl here. First of all, congratulations to everyone, hopefully you got the ATAR you were after!

I am interested in your Bachelor of Science course.  I am a KLD scholar and also attended an underrepresented school.  Could you please let me know roughly the atar that would me required to get in?

As a KLD scholar from an under-represented school, you're guaranteed a place in the Bachelor of Science provided you've met the other prerequisites for the course. You can take a look at the other benefits you'll get as KLD scholar now that you're moving on to University here.

My school is listed in the under-represented list. What does this actually mean? And how will this help me when I apply for courses in UoM?

When we look at applications, we'll take into account the school you went to, and potentially make an offer even if you're below the clearly-in score in the year you apply as part of Access Melbourne. Students in the rural/isolated and disadvantaged financial background categories may be eligible for guaranteed entry to courses provided they meet a minimum ATAR. For students in other categories, like you, we'll assess based on all applications and determine whether your circumstances and ATAR combined make you eligible for an offer. You can double-check your eligibility for Access Melbourne here and find a few more detailed answers to FAQs here.

I just had one quick question. When applying for uni, is it compulsory to have a tax file number? I am a permanent resident, so I am aware that I am not eligible for the HECS-HELP. I know that I have to make the Student Contribution upfront. So I do need to provide them with one, given that I will not be granted any loan and would be making the student contribution before the Census Date?

You're exactly right; you won't need one as a permanent resident because you'll be paying upfront, even in a Commonwealth Supported Place. If you get Australian citizenship later on in your course and want to apply for HECS-HELP you'll need to provide one then.

[Paulrus]

hey unimelb!
if i wanted to become a teacher qualified for vce level, and chose the pathway of a bachelor of arts and then a masters in teaching, would it matter what my major and minor were in my undergrad? or are you able to pick a specialist area during your masters?
i was thinking of teaching english but i wasn't sure if i need to major in english during undergrad for that to be an option.
thank you heaps!

[unimelb]

Cut off for science last year was 92. Do you reckon it will be higher than 92 this yr? like much higher??

It's tough to say. The clearly-in is based on the applications in a given year, so it will almost always move a little based on who applies and the overall scores of these applicants, but this can go up or down. If you're above last year's clearly-in, it's still very much a realistic option for you, and definitely worth keeping in the mix.

if i wanted to become a teacher qualified for vce level, and chose the pathway of a bachelor of arts and then a masters in teaching, would it matter what my major and minor were in my undergrad? or are you able to pick a specialist area during your masters?
i was thinking of teaching english but i wasn't sure if i need to major in english during undergrad for that to be an option.
thank you heaps!

You don't necessarily need to major in English to become an English teacher, but you'll need to complete a certain number of subjects in related disciplines. If you take a look at the Master of Teaching's Secondary learning area guidelines you'll see the outlines of what's required for each discipline. If you accept an offer to study here, you'll get a chance at Academic Advice Day to go over this with a staff member who can help you plan the best sequence of subjects for you.

[nhmn0301]

Hi, I received an email from Unimelb on 4 December about the Guaranteed entry score for international students, is this the 2015 one of just 2014? And does Unimelb provide early round offer for Biomedicine? Thanks.

[Donatello_]

Hey there, what ATAR would be required to get to Science having a SEAS application (difficult circumstances/ underrepresented school)?