Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation

Academic Requirements:

Students must have completed Year 11 or equivalent study and must have an average high school grade of 80%+ or alternatively, pass the UniStep LLN test.

English Proficiency Requirements:

Students must provide an official English proficiency test score equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or alternatively, pass the UniStep entrance test with a score of no less than IELTS 5.5.

If a student does not meet these requirements, they must provide evidence of their capability to complete the course. If they are unable to do so, admission will not be granted.

Formative Assessments:

Formative assessments are designed to monitor student learning and provide ongoing
feedback. These assessments help students identify their strengths and weaknesses
and target areas that need improvement. The primary goal of formative assessments is
to support learning and help students develop their skills and knowledge throughout the
course. Examples of formative assessments include quizzes, drafts, peer reviews, and
practice exercises.

Summative Assessments:

Summative assessments are used to evaluate student learning at the end of an
instructional unit by comparing it against a standard or benchmark. These assessments
are typically more comprehensive and are used to determine whether students have
achieved the learning objectives of the course. The primary goal of summative
assessments is to measure the extent of student learning and to assign grades.
Examples of summative assessments include final exams, end-of-term projects,
research papers, and presentations.

Both formative and summative assessments are crucial in providing a well-rounded
evaluation of student progress and ensuring that students are fully prepared for their
future studies.

The overall GPA is calculated from the grades of all completed courses. This grading system facilitates a more straightforward assessment and selection process for Australian universities, ensuring that students are evaluated according to the same standards used in higher education institutions in Australia. To be deemed “Competent” a student must receive a score of no less than 4 in each unit of competency.

Completion

To successfully graduate from the Cert IV program, students must complete all assignments and achieve competency in each Unit. Upon meeting these requirements, students will graduate and receive a Graduation Certificate and formal Statement of Attainment.