High school students

Passion unlocks potential

At Torrens University Australia, we take a strengths-based approach to teaching. While the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) is a reasonable indication of your performance, this number doesn’t necessarily recognise your hard work or the areas where you really shine. We believe your individuality and potential is a better sign of how you might succeed in higher education.

No more ATAR

Torrens University removed ATAR as the key admissions criteria for students aiming to study with us. Instead, future students with recent secondary school education are considered for admission if they have a Year 12 certificate*.

Having investigated our student cohorts based on current entry requirements, we found that the minimum ATAR of 60 or equivalent for entry into bachelor courses didn’t provide an indication of potential success. Rather, those who entered at diploma level (with no ATAR requirements) were more likely to remain studying and complete their course with success.

As a progressive university that fosters passion, we want our students to succeed in a career they love. We’re interested in working towards the outcome – that’s why we’ve shifted our focus to transferable soft skills. We want everyone to have the chance to achieve their academic and career goals.

*Exemptions may apply to some courses.

Our courses

At Torrens University Australia, we’re passionate about helping you land a career you love. We offer a wide range of courses in Business, Design and Creative Technology, Health and Hospitality.

Business
Design & Creative Technology
Health
Hospitality

Course	ATAR
Bachelor of Commerce	No ATAR **
Bachelor of Business	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business (Event Management)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business Information Systems	No ATAR**
Bachelor of Business (Marketing)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business (Sports Management)	No ATAR *
Diploma of Business	No ATAR *
Diploma of Event Management	No ATAR *
Diploma of Business Information Systems	No ATAR *
Diploma of Marketing	No ATAR *
Completion of Year 12 or equivalent *Completion of Australian secondary studies with a Pass in Year 12 General Mathematics (or above)

Course	ATAR
Bachelor of 3D Design and Animation	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Branded Fashion Design	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Design	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Communication Design	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Film and Video	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Game Design and Development	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Interior Design (Commercial)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Interior Design (Residential)	No ATAR *
Bachelor or Software Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)	No ATAR *
Bachelor or Software Engineering (Game Programming)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of UX and Web Design	No ATAR *
Diploma of 3D Design and Animation	No ATAR *
Diploma of Branded Fashion Design	No ATAR *
Diploma of Design	No ATAR *
Diploma of Film and Video	No ATAR *
Diploma of Game Design and Development	No ATAR *
Diploma of Graphic Design	No ATAR *
Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration	No ATAR *
Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging	No ATAR *
Diploma of Software Engineering	No ATAR *
Diploma of UX and Web Design	No ATAR *
*completion of Year 12 or equivalent

Course	ATAR
Bachelor of Applied Public Health	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Community Services)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Health Science (Aesthetics)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Health Science (Western Herbal Medicine)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine)	60
Bachelor of Nursing	60 ***
Bachelor of Nutrition	No ATAR *
Diploma of Beauty and Spa Practice	No ATAR *
Diploma of Counselling & Communication Skills	No ATAR *
Diploma of Health Science	No ATAR *
Diploma of Health and Wellbeing	No ATAR *
Diploma of Nutrition	No ATAR *
Diploma of Sport Development	No ATAR *
completion of Year 12 or equivalent **in addition, there are specific requirements required by the industry

Course	ATAR
Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Business (International Hotel and Resort Management)	No ATAR *
Bachelor of Culinary Management	No ATAR *
Diploma of Business (Hospitality Management)	No ATAR *
Diploma of Business (Tourism Management)	No ATAR *
*completion of Year 12 or equivalent

Entry pathways

Students with a recent Australian Year 12 certificate will be considered for admission. In addition, diploma courses can provide direct entry into bachelor degrees. For Design and Creative Technology degrees, creative portfolios are considered. For Business and Hospitality courses, we conduct student interviews.

Frequently asked questions

What are Torrens University Australia’s courses’ ATAR requirements?

Torrens University Australia no longer considers ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) as our primary entry requirement. We have removed ATAR as the key admissions criteria for applicants aiming to study at Torrens University Australia. We strongly believed an alternative to the ATAR system should be found, which more broadly assesses students, especially when soft skills are emerging as important employability attributes. So, students with a recent secondary school education are now considered for admission if they have a Year 12 (Australian secondary school) certificate.
How do I arrange a campus tour?

You can book a campus tour through our website. Please register your interest and one of our Course and Career Advisors will be in touch to book in a time.
What is the Early Entry Program?

The Torrens University Australia Early Entry Program has been created to allow you to apply and secure your place for your chosen course before you finish your Year 12 exams.

To find out more, visit Early Entry Program or email enquiries@tua.edu.au or phone 1300 575 803.
Is there anything I can do to prepare for Torrens University Australia?

There are lots of resources to help you prepare for university life. Attend one of our workshops or events and get some tips firsthand from our industry-focused lecturers and current students.

The events programs range in topic and delivery mode, so there should always be one to suit your needs. At any time you can contact one of our Course and Careers Advisors to talk through your career goals. They can guide you on what to expect and how you can get prepared earlier. If you know exactly which course you want to enrol in, you could take advantage of the early entry program.
Can I apply for FEE-HELP?

To be eligible for FEE-HELP you need to be an Australian citizen , and have a tax file number. You must also be studying at an approved higher education provider, such as Torrens University Australia.

You can find out more information on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or contact us and we can guide you through the process.
What is FEE-HELP?

FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that assists eligible full-fee-paying students pay their tuition costs.

You must be studying at an approved FEE-HELP provider in order to access a FEE-HELP loan, such as Torrens University Australia.

A FEE-HELP loan does not cover costs like accommodation, laptops or textbooks, and must be repaid once you start earning above a certain income threshold.

To find out more, visit the Study Assist website: https://www.studyassist.gov.au/help-loans/fee-help.
What courses are available for FEE-HELP?

To find out more, visit How to Apply.
How much are Torrens University Australia courses?

For a full list of tuition fees, visit Tuition Fees.

Remember, if you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident, your fees can be covered by FEE-HELP. You can find out more information on FEE-HELP on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or contact us and we can guide you through the process.
What are the key dates for 2021?

To find out more, visit Key Dates.
Do you offer online courses?

Torrens University Australia has been providing online education for many years. We are well-versed in course delivery, execution and interacting with students in live class sessions. Learn from specialist online lecturers who are leaders in their field, and gain your qualification with flexibility through our virtual classrooms. To find out more, visit Study Online.

Studying at Torrens University

Sydney? Melbourne? Adelaide? Brisbane? Even your own bedroom? Our national campus network lets you study in the place you like most, whether it’s on campus or at home. Whatever works best.

Work with the best brands on the planet
With our industry placements, you can intern at some of the globe’s most influential organisations.

A more collaborative experience
Our smaller class sizes provide a more immersive and effective learning environment. Collaborate with peers and spend more time with academics in your field. 

A dedicated Success Coach
An ally to encourage, inspire and guide, your Success Coach will help you achieve your goals and create the right trajectory for your career.

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Explore our campuses

Our first-class facilities allow flexibility to study wherever and whenever suits you. Interested in visiting one of our campuses, meeting current students, lecturers and our Course and Careers Advisors? Book a campus tour to see what Torrens University Australia has to offer. Book a campus tour

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Hear from our students

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Pathway into the career you deserve

Torrens University’s pathway options enabled me to leverage my success in a diploma to continue on with the bachelor.
-Paul Grainger, Bachelor of Business Marketing

Work with industry to gain real experience

Billy Blue allowed me to form close relationships and connections with my lecturers and with people who I have met in the industry.
-Talia Haber, Bachelor of Interior Design (Commercial)

Hands-on learning with industry experts

We offer a practical component, which allows our students to work in our fully functioning clinic. It gives them great hands-on experience.
-Georgia Bellas, Pyrmont Campus Director

Enjoy full support: academic, personal and career

The lecturers are easily approachable, we have student services, counsellor on campus, our Success Coaches. There’s always help.
-Lauren Coulter, Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)

Download a course guide

Find out all you need to know about what courses we offer, our pathways and entry programs and why studying at Torrens University Australia puts students one step ahead.