ATAR and University Entrance

Understanding ATAR: The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a crucial metric for students aiming for university admission. It reflects your overall academic performance in senior secondary education compared to your peers.

Eligibility: To receive an ATAR in Tasmania, you must:

• Complete two years of post-Year 10 study.
• Achieve the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE).
• Obtain at least a Satisfactory Achievement in four TASC Level 3 or 4 courses 

Pathways to University: Universities consider various factors for admission, including:

• Completion of prerequisite courses.
• Performance in auditions, aptitude tests, or portfolio submissions.
• Previous qualifications and work experience.
• Your ATAR score.
• Many university courses can be accessed through early entry programs that consider school recommendations as well as ATAR

More Information: For detailed information on ATAR and university entrance, visit the TASC website.