The Application Portal is NOW OPEN
The Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling is Cairnmillar's inaugural and sole undergraduate program. Unlike postgraduate programs, applications for the Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling are to be submitted through VTAC. You can find the VTAC course page here.
Note: this does not apply to mature-aged International applicants, who must still apply via Cairnmillar's Application Portal by Sunday 4 February 2024.
See VTAC's website here for applicant eligibility criteria.
VTAC application dates and fee apply, more information can found be found here.
Please follow these steps to apply for the Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling (8880210042) through VTAC, remembering to make Cairnmillar your #1 preference if you most wish to study with us.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Before starting your application, it is important to research the relevant entry criteria for your preferred program. You can see view the entry criteria, course structure, graduate outcomes and more on the Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling course page.
Please also visit our FAQ page here for important information about applying to and studying with Cairnmillar.
You can find further information about preparing to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) on our Undergraduate page (if applicable).
VTAC provides detailed information and instructions on preparing your applications on their website here.
HOW TO APPLY
Detailed instructions on how to apply for courses through VTAC can be found on their website here.
Please note that this is a lengthy process (VTAC advises of 13 steps), so it is important to make sure that you are aware of the requirements and begin your application with ample time prior to the relevant closing dates (see below).
WHEN TO APPLY
Important dates on when to apply - please refer to VTAC's site here
Postgraduate
Applications for all Postgraduate applications for February 2024 open on the 16th August and close on the 31st October. Click to apply
Vocational Education and training (VET)
Applications for all VET courses are now open.
Applications for Term One 2024, commencing Monday, February 5th, will close on the following dates:
- Early bird applications close on Thursday 30th November for 10% off full fee enrolment.
- Priority applications will close on Sunday 7th January 2024.
- Late applications* will close on Sunday 21st January 2024.
Applications for all VET courses are submitted directly to Cairnmillar, via our online Application Form.
*Please note, late applications will only be accepted if there are places available in the course. If no places are available, enrolment will be deferred to the next term's intake.
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