Course essentials
Entry requirements
Locations
Berwick (flexible)
Gippsland (flexible)
Course overview
Wondering what uni will be like? Keen to challenge yourself? Study real course content while you’re still at school by applying for our Advance to University program. Completing first-year units alongside your VCE will give you a taste of what’s to come and potentially boost your ATAR. Plus, it’s free.
As the #1 rated Victorian university for student support students will learn from Federation University academics who will help you develop knowledge and gain confidence in the university environment.
This program is ideal for students aspiring to attain an ATAR of 60 and above.
More information, including the units and pathways is available from federation.edu.au/advance-to-university
We have an extensive list of first-year units across a range of study areas available for you to choose from:
- Business
- Humanities, criminology and criminal justice
- Education
- Science
- Nursing, psychology, exercise and sports science
- Information technology, engineering, mathematics
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
Got questions?
Call us on 1800 333 864, start a live chat or submit an enquiry.
Student support
The support we offer is second to none. Need academic help? No problem. Extra access or financial assistance? Let’s see what we can do. View our student services.
The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Preparatory
Course co-ordinator
Rachel Massaro
Fees and scholarships
There are no tuition fees charged for this Non Award course.
Other fees
You will also need to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 1, 2027
1 March 2027
Locations
Ballarat (flexible)
Berwick (flexible)
Gippsland (flexible)
Information
- Our Mt Helen, SMB, Camp St and Gillies St campuses are located in Ballarat. Testing.
- Flexible delivery means your course will have online and on-campus options. Some on-campus sessions may be compulsory. Testing
Core Units
Core Units
Meet us at Open Day
Open Day is your chance to explore all that Federation has to offer. Meet current lecturers and students, ask course questions, learn about our support services and explore campus spaces.
We’ve got heaps of activities, tours and presentations planned. Basically, we want you to get a real feel for Federation. The atmosphere. The opportunities. The community.
Oh – and there’s no need to pack a sandwich. Lunch is on us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements (year 12)
Approval from your parent/guardian and school principal is required. School principals certify that students meet the guidelines required by Higher Education institutions.
How you apply will depend on your current situation – school leaver, tertiary background or life experience – and whether you’re also applying for courses at other institutions. Visit our how to apply page to find out more.
Ready to fill out your application? You might need these codes:
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- XC17
Hear from our staff
Hi, I'm Kelly Hart. I'm a lecturer in education. I teach across various education courses with our pre-service teachers as well as the Master of Specialist Teaching and the FAST program too. The FAST program is a one-semester pathway program and we help students prepare and learn everything that they need to know to succeed at university. I also provide English support sessions for our international students and that's actually part of what I love about all of our programs, just the level of support that we have for all our students. We have so many options to get help along the way through past sessions, peer mentors, studios, city writing space and learning skills advisors and so much more. So students always know there's plenty of support whenever they need it. And a fun fact about me, I lived in China for nine years and I speak fluent Mandarin.