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Flexible Entry Scheme for Engineering and Information Technologies



Registration for Flexibile Entry to Engineering and IT programs for
Semester 1, 2010 is now open

To apply, use the online Flexible Entry registration form.

Note: Flexible Entry registrations can only be processed if an application for admission to an Engineering or IT degree has been lodged with UAC. Flexible Entry is only available to local applicants.

If you have any inquiries about the application process, email the faculty at registration@info.eng.usyd.edu.au.

What is Flexible Entry?

The Flexible Entry Scheme is available for current HSC applicants whose ATAR may fall up to a maximum of 5 points below the normal cut-off. Equivalent ATAR cut-offs for last year can be seen using the UAC Course Search page. Select the "University of Sydney" as the chosen institution to see details for all Engineering and IT programs.

The Flexible Entry scheme does not replace the normal Universities Admission Centre process and all domestic and international high school students completing an Australian year 12 (onshore or offshore) must still apply through UAC. The Flexible Entry scheme complements this system.

  • For IT degrees (BCST, BCST Advanced, BIT), students can as well submit a portfolio of their work. Visit School of IT Programmers page for details.
  • Consideration for flexible entry to the BE/BDesArch combined degree requires the submission of a portfolio to the Faculty of Architecture, visit the Faculty of Architecture for details.
  • Flexible Entry does not apply to BE/BCom, BIT/BCom, BE/BMedSc, BIT/BMedSc, BE/LLB or BIT/LLB programs.

How do we assess Flexible Entry?

Special achievements or awards in Mathematics (not General), Physics, Chemistry, Information Technology, Engineering Science, problem solving, leadership in school or the wider community and prior experience in engineering are considered as important indicators that are relevant for entry to various programs.

Students should be looked at holistically; able to show community activity, sport and leadership as well as academic achievement. Employers often seek these attributes in our graduates as these people fit more easily into their workforce and are more productive.

We assess applicants on these broader factors to determine likely success in Engineering and Information Technology degrees.

How do I apply?

Students who want to be considered for Flexible Entry must apply both through UAC and register using the online Flexible Entry registration page.

All local and international students who have done the local Australian examinations (HSC, AB or equivalent) must apply for a place in the Faculty through UAC. This includes recent school leavers (2009 HSC) and non-recent (previous HSC) or mature age students. Applicants must list UAC codes for the degree or stream they wish to have entry to, in order of highest preference.

Online registration for Flexible Entry is now open until UAC closes on Wednesday 6 January 2010.

The earlier you apply the better, it is not necessary to wait for your HSC and UAI results. Early applications gives us a reasonable period to evaluate the applications. We can provide feedback, clarify details and it allows us the opportunity to give advice on the best method of gaining entry to our programs.

How will I find out if my application is successful?

Successful applicants for flexible entry will be notified in the main round of UAC offers in Jan 2010.