Postgraduate Bridging Program (Social Work)
University pathway program with general preparation for degree entry.
University pathway program with general preparation for degree entry.
Foundation studies equip international students with academic English, study skills, and subject fundamentals required for successful entry into Australian and New Zealand universities. Programs are structured as formal pathway qualifications aligned to tertiary preparation standards.
Entry Requirements: To be admitted to the Postgraduate Bridging Program (Social Work) applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in any area. This bridging program is specifically tailored to those students who do not have a background in Health, Education or Society and Culture. Language Requirements: IELTS (Academic version) - 6.5 overall scores, minimum 6.0 in each subtest. TOEFL (iBT) - Total score 82, Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13. TOEFL (PBT) - 575 International Bacculareaute 24 – Diploma Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) - 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50 Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English - Cambridge English level B2, overall score 176, no section less than 169 The College – English Placement Test - 80% Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate - Completed AQF Certificate IV in English for Academic Purposes Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Diploma - Completed Diploma or Advanced Diploma in any area of at least 1 academic year of study completed within the last 2 years Occupational English Test (OET) - At least 2 B’s and 2 C’s Prior studies in English OUTSIDE Australia - 2 years of full-time study at a recognised post-secondary institution where the language of instruction is English Ability English – 10 weeks EAP - Level 4 Australian International College of English (AICE) - EAP 4 ‘Distinction Australian Pacific College – EAP (10+ weeks) - EAP A, Grade: B+ Grade = B+ across majority competencies English First (EF) – 12-week EF University Foundation Year - Grade = 70% Universal English College - AEP 4, Grade: A AEP 3, Grade A
Completion leads primarily to university admission rather than direct employment. Students progress into bachelor degrees across business, engineering, health, IT, arts, and science disciplines at partner institutions.
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