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University Admissions Centre (UAC) reminders for Year 12
Early bird fee applications closing – 30 September
Students who are yet to submit their UAC application should aim to do so before early bird applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 30 September. After this date, UAC’s processing charge increases significantly.
School Recommendation Scheme preferences deadline – 6 November.
If you applied for SRS please remember to finalise preferences on your UAC application by this date.
Educational Access Scheme
The Educational Access Scheme (EAS) Can help students who have experienced educational challenges receive a uni offer. Check UAC’s website for circumstances students can claim under EAS and required documents.
Year 12 students applying for EAS will need to submit their EAS application and documents by Tuesday 18 November for the application to be considered for December Round 2 (23 December), the main ATAR-based offer round.
Webinar – Applying through UAC: Wednesday September 17 at 6pm
Students are invited to join the live UAC Digital webinar next Wednesday as they discuss applying through UAC. You’ll hear all the essentials about the Educational Access Scheme, adjustment factors, preferences and offers. Tune into the webinar on Instagram, YouTube or Facebook.
Tips for students: UAC course preferences
Undergraduate applicants can select up to 5 course preferences when they apply for uni through UAC. The UAC team has put together some info for students about what order to list their preferences, how and when to change them, and what to do once they’ve accepted an offer. UAC course.
UAC advice: Pathways to degrees
When students feel that the degree they are keen on is out of reach, institutions offer a variety of pathways – such as diplomas, foundation studies and certificates – to help students transition to uni and reach their goals. Pathway options for undergraduate applicants
Key dates: list available on the UAC website.
For a list of tertiary institution updates provided to UAC please refer to this link.
HSC Study Online webinars
ACU Year 12 HSC Revision Webinars: September 7 to September 10, 2026
Join the free online webinars delivered by expert-led sessions designed to help students walk into exams feeling prepared. Can’t attend live? Register anyway – recordings are available to registered attendees for one week after each webinar. Find out more
WSU Free Online HSC Study Sessions for Year 12 Students: September 28 – October 7
These will be delivered by highly qualified senior teachers with 22 free sessions across 14 key HSC subject areas, with sessions that included content analysis, tips and strategies, and a detailed exploration of key syllabus and curriculum areas.
Students will have the opportunity to sit a practice exam and deconstruction, with feedback and advice from experts. Find out more
Macquarie University – changes to adjustment factors
Macquarie’s local area adjustment factor for students is no longer available to students. New academic achievement adjustment factors will be available to students. Details to be available to students in the coming weeks.
Internationally Educated – Study In The US Virtual Information Session: 8 September 6pm
Learn about studying in the US and the US university application process, directly from a former Assistant Director of Admissions. Q&A session will follow. Suggested for students in Year 9- Year 12. For more information and to register visit here.
NEW UTAS Nursing Taster Day: September 30th 10am – 2pm
Experience what it’s like to study Nursing through interactive activities and conversations with academics and current students. Open to Year 10, 11 and 12 students. Limited places, please register ASAP. Form: 2026 Sydney Nursing Taster Day 30th of September 2026 10:15am – 2:00pm – Fill out form
