Australian College of Physical Education

Entry requirements

• There are no mandated entry requirements.

The good news is our courses are not ATAR-dependent. Instead, you can be considered for admission via one of the following criteria:

• A minimum NSW HSC (Higher School Certificate) or equivalent meeting required standards in relevant subjects.
• Performance in relevant year 11 results for early entry pending release of HSC results.
• An Associate Diploma, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Tertiary Preparation Certificate from a TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualification.
• A completed Certificate IV from a TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualification plus completed year 11 or an equivalent.
• One year of full-time or an equivalent study in a degree course at a recognised higher education institute in Australia or an equivalent.
• Satisfaction of entry requirements specified under formal articulation arrangements as determined by the ACPE Academic Board.
• Completion of a Big Picture Education Portfolio at a Big Picture School, supported by a recommendation from the school principal.
• A recognised overseas qualification with demonstrated proficiency in English.
• Demonstration to the CEO or the Dean’s satisfaction of good selection prospects as a student (for example, relevant work experience and motivation to study), and ineligibility to compete for admission based on the above academic achievement criteria.

While a qualification can accepted for admission into a diploma, associate degree or bachelor’s degree study, a higher performance standard is required for bachelor’s degree entry. Applicants who don’t meet the required standard can pursue associate degree or diploma study. Upon successful completing the diploma or associate degree study, you can articulate into the bachelor’s degree and apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.

Alternate entry

ACPE offers a range of alternative entry pathways to help you enter a degree.  If you are looking to turn your passion for sport into a career, an industry-recognised qualification from ACPE will give you the foundation you need.  For more information visit our Early & Alternate Entry Pathways page.

Compulsory requirements

• All applicants must meet minimum computer literacy standards as determined by ACPE and have unrestricted access to the internet and a personal email account.
• Mac or Windows laptop with the following minimum requirements: 16GB of memory, 256 GB SSD, Intel Core i5 or i7 processor and a front facing webcam/camera.
• Domestic applicants must be 18 years of age or turn 18 within their first semester of study. International applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen course of study.
• For courses that involve work-integrated learning where you may deal with children (i.e. under 18 years of age), applicants require a valid “Working with Children Check” which needs to be supplied to ACPE before you commence your course.