Domestic Student Applications

English Language Requirements for All Courses

Students are required to provide evidence of one of the following:

• Completion of WACE with scaled marks of at least 50 in ATAR English or ATAR Literature
• A certificate of successful completion of senior secondary studies, comparable with the WA Certificate of Education (WACE)
• A transcript attesting to successful completion of at least one full year of Australian or comparable higher education studies
• A transcript attesting to successful completion of an AQF diploma or advanced diploma
• A transcript attesting to successful completion of an Australian or comparable non-award post-secondary level studies or tertiary preparation courses with full-time equivalence of one year
• A certificate of successful completion of a university preparation course where the course has been evaluated by Sheridan academic staff and approved by the Executive Principal
• A certificate of results in a Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) with a minimum score of 140 in Written English

The Admissions Policy: English Language Proficiency applies for all courses and can be found on the Student Policies & Forms page.

Minimum Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Courses

In addition to the general admission requirements below, there may be course-specific entry requirements which are outlined in the relevant course pages.

The Admissions Policy applies for all courses and can be found on the Student Policies & Form page.

Minimum Admission Requirements for Postgraduate Courses

In addition to the general admission requirements below, there may be course-specific entry requirements which are outlined in the relevant course pages.

The Admissions Policy applies for all courses and can be found on the Student Policies & Form page.

Applicants who do not meet the graduate experience requirement outlined in 5.5.2 above may, at the discretion of the Dean, be permitted to enrol in postgraduate courses “nested” within a Masters course (for example – a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma). However, on completion of their “nested” course they will not be permitted to articulate into the Masters course until the experience requirements listed in 5.5.2 and any other course-specific entry requirements are met.

How to Apply

STEP 1: Choose your course

Choosing a course of interest is the first step in your journey towards academic success and a rewarding career. Our admissions team can counsel you in choosing the right course and answer any questions you might have.

STEP 2: Check the important dates

Sheridan's academic year is divided into two semesters.

Courses have intake dates in late February/early March & late July/early August each year.

Applications close one month prior to Orientation Days. Please see our Academic Calendar for specific dates. These dates will assist you to choose the start date that best suits you.

STEP 3: Check you meet the course entry requirements

To be considered for a place in a Sheridan course, you must meet the specific entry requirements - please refer to relevant sections above.

STEP 4: Do you have the relevant supporting evidence?

Every application will require key documents to be provided with the application. These include:

• Photo ID (Passport/Drivers Licence);
• All relevant Academic Documents;
• Current Resume (if applying for a Post Graduate course);
• Proof of residency status (if applicable); and

Along with this, our Checklist on page 2 of the Application Form includes additional documents that may be applicable to you and your circumstance.

STEP 5: See if you are eligible for course credits

If you have completed studies in Australia, or in studies in English in your home country, you may be eligible to make an Application for Credit Transfer for units completed at a Bachelor level, or for relevant courses completed at the Diploma or Advanced Diploma level. If you have completed units of study at a postgraduate level in Australia, or studies in English, in your home country, you may be eligible to make an application for credit transfer for units completed.

Eligible students will receive a reduction in the units required to complete their course. 

STEP 6: Confirm your financial obligations for your course

One of Sheridan's core commitments is to reduce the financial barriers to quality higher education.

You can view our tuition fee structure for each of our courses.

You can also consider applying for ABE Tuition Finance or a Tuition Free Placement (for Australian Baptist school graduates). Please discuss these options with our Registrar.

If you are not applying for one of the above tuition payment methods, your initial deposit for full-time students will be equivalent to one semester of full-time study and will cover your first four units of study.

For part-time students, the initial deposit will be equivalent to the number of units taken in that semester.

STEP 7: Submitting your application

It is important that you prepare the relevant forms and documents required for assessment. Once you have everything in place, email everything in one email to admissions.

• Domestic Student Application Form

Prospective domestic students should complete this form in full with as much detail as possible.

• Student Readiness Form

This form will assist you in preparing for your future studies. The form will allow our admissions team to ensure the course you have selected is a good fit and that you have all the necessary information to ensure the best possible outcome for your studies.

STEP 8: Complete your student interview

If your application meets the relevant requirements for the course and the Sheridan selection criteria, the Registrar will invite you to an interview with our Admissions Team. This will take place face-to-face or via a video meeting.

STEP 9: Accept your offer

Following a successful interview, you will be issued an official Letter of Offer & Acceptance.

Sign the acceptance and return, in FULL, the Letter of Offer, along with any updated contact details and evidence of payment of the Initial Deposit.

You will then receive your Confirmation of Enrolment and welcome letter.

Early Offers

If you are enrolled in a VET or university preparatory course or you have an expected ATAR, you can apply now for an early offer to study at Sheridan.

1. How do I qualify without my ATAR results?

Attach one of the following to your application:
- Year 11 report
- predictive ATAR results from your school
- completion of a recognised university enabling program prep
- a relevant Cert IV course

2. Can I apply through TISC?

No. Students who wish to apply to Sheridan need to apply directly to Sheridan.

3. What happens after I apply?

If you successfully complete our application process, you will receive a conditional letter of offer. Once WACE and ATAR results are finalised or you have completed your enabling program or relevant Cert IV course, you will need to send your results or proof of completion to our Admissions Team to confirm you have met the conditions of entry stated in the letter of offer. All early offers are conditional on students meeting Sheridan entry requirements, including any entry requirements for the specific course nominated.

4. How do I apply?

Please follow the link for detailed instructions and to download the necessary forms. Instead of attaching your completed WACE certificate and ATAR results, please attach either your Year 11 results or your predictive Year 12 ATAR results or evidence you are enrolled in an enabling program or relevant Cert IV course.

5. Can I change my mind after my WACE certificate and my ATAR results are finalised?

Yes, of course. Simply email to notify us if you would like to change your course or if you would like to enrol at another institution.

6. Please note that all of Sheridan's courses are accredited by TEQSA. https://www.teqsa.gov.au/national-register/search?search_api_views_fulltext=sheridan

For further assistance please contact our Registrar on 08 6222 4222 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Course Fees

NOTES:

1. F – Full time, P – Part time
2. A standard full-time load is 8 units per year.
3. The course fees are current for 2023 and are subject to change. They are indicative of a standard full-time load. Textbooks and field trips are included in the cost of study.
4. Graduates of Australian Baptist Education (ABE) schools and Baptist schools in Western Australia are invited to register for a limited number of free tuition scholarships offered each year. Current staff of Australian Baptist Education (ABE) Schools are also eligible to apply for the scholarships. Scholarship students are only required to pay for textbooks and field trips.
5. Unit Enrolments are available. Units can be completed for ‘credit’ ($850/unit) or for ‘audit’ ($500/unit).

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Still have Questions about Admissions?

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