Subject Pathways

Subject Selection

Subject selection isn’t just about maximising your results or earning a certificate. You will spend the next few years learning in depth skills and knowledge in just a few areas, and hopefully you’ll then be able to use your skills and knowledge in whatever you do next. It’s not always a linear path between the skills you’ll pick up at school and the ones you need for what comes next. If you see subject selection as an opportunity to build skills and knowledge, learn more about the things that interest you, and open up opportunities, you’ll be in a good position to enjoy your senior years of school while you prepare for what comes next.

PATHWAYS TO MEDICINE - HOW DO I GET THERE?

The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) is used in the selection process by the UCAT ANZ Consortium of universities in Australia and New Zealand. For further information, practice tests and resources please visit here.

FIND OUT WHICH INSTITUTIONS
USE THIS SELECTION PROCESS

Medicine entry pathways include: direct undergraduate entry from high school, graduate-entry after any bachelor's degree, biomedical & science degrees as foundation, and postgraduate for career changers.

LEARN ABOUT DIFFERENT ENTRY OPTIONS IN OUR MATRICES

Medicine offers stimulating challenges and diverse opportunities with numerous specialised career routes to choose from and constantly evolving practices making it an engaging field for aspiring healthcare professionals.

FIND OUT ABOUT MEDICINE PATHWAYS THROUGH THE AMA

PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY - FOUNDATION STUDIES

Australian Catholic University

Foundation Studies offers a pathway for students without a recognised Year 12 qualification. The program develops subject knowledge across key areas while preparing students for university-level study. Delivered in a supportive environment, students receive all required resources and guidance for a smooth transition to undergraduate study. The program can be completed on campus or online, and ACU covers the full cost. Students who have a Year 12 qualification have the option to complete the program via accelerated mode (one-semester full-time) or part-time (two-semesters). Find out more at ACU Foundation Studies HERE.

Choose What Works For You!

Pick subjects that reflect your strengths and interests to make the school experience your own. When you enjoy what you're learning, you're more likely to stay motivated and succeed.2. Get InformedTalk to teachers who teach the subject, ask students already studying it, attend taster sessions. The more informed you are, the better your choices will be.3. Ask around!Seek advice from teachers, coordinators, and your Careers Advisor. They can help you see how your choices connect to your goals, future study or job opportunities.4. Keep Your Options OpenIf you're unsure about your future, that’s okay! Choose a mix of subjects to keep your options open after Year 12. Having a broad skill set gives you more freedom to change direction later on.5. Connect Subjects to Your GoalsIf your ideal subject isn’t available, choose ones that help build related skills and support your ambitions. Think creatively about how different subjects can contribute to your future path.6. Balance Your WorkloadPick subjects that interest and challenge you without overwhelming your schedule. A manageable mix helps you do well and avoid burnout. For example, three folio-based subjects might be too much work to manage well.7. Consider Your PathwayAre you aiming for an ATAR-based university course? A hands-on career or trade? Choose subjects that align with your post-school plans, whether academic, vocational, or both. There’s more than one way to reach your goals.8. Remember the Big PictureSchool is about personal growth, not just grades. Choose subjects that give you space to grow as a person and enjoy the full experience of school life.

Resources

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