An alternative entry program to UB for regional VCE students.
About REEP The University of Ballarat is dedicated to increasing the participation rates in higher education of students from rural and regional areas.
UB recognises that VCE results (or equivalent) do not always predict success at tertiary level and REEP is designed to enable secondary students, upon the nomination of their school principal, to apply for alternative entry into one of UB's higher education courses. When students apply through the REEP process they are assessed on their overall academic potential and demonstrated motivation to succeed rather than just their ENTER.
The Application Process The program focuses on secondary school principals nominating students who they believe will succeed at tertiary level. The application and selection timeline ensures that successful applicants will receive a provisional offer in time for the VTAC Change of Preference period in December.
The key components of the REEP application process include the following:
REEP is available for UB higher education undergraduate degree courses which are listed as eligible for REEP in the 2009 VTAC guide. A full list of courses can also be viewed at this link: REEP eligible courses.
Applicants must also apply for their UB REEP course through the standard VTAC process as well as on the official REEP application form. The application form is available here: REEP Application Form 2008-2009
REEP is available for one course only. Additional UB courses can be applied for via the regular VTAC process or Direct Entry, whichever is appropriate
Applications open on Sunday August 31st 2008 and close 5 pm on Tuesday October 28th 2008
Provisional offers to successful candidates will be made by 1st December 2008.
Who is eligible for REEP? Candidates must be enrolled as a current VCE student (or equivalent) in one of the nominated schools or colleges in the following regions: Central Highlands, Wimmera, Loddon Mallee, Barwon, Western District, Hume & Gippsland.
The program is also open to regional students from nominated schools in the Melbourne metropolitan area NSW, SA and Tasmania. Follow this link for a full list of nominated schools. REEP eligible schools 2008-2009.
What are the Selection Criteria? REEP applicants will be selected by the appropriate UB Selection Officer based on the following selection criteria:
Consistent, successful results in Units 1,2 and 3 of an applicant's VCE studies;
Demonstrated motivation to succeed in the UB course of the applicant's choice;
Contributions to the applicant's school and community; in particular activities related to their course of choice;
Recommendation from the school principal regarding the applicant's potential to succeed at tertiary level;
Successful completion of the appropriate prerequisites and extra requirements;
A minimum ENTER of 50
*Interstate applicants are advised to check that they meet the prerequisites in English for entrance to a Victorian University.
The number of REEP places available per UB program will vary between courses depending on demand and applicant suitability. This quota is at the University's discretion and the decision will be final.
REEP allows candidates to be considered with regard to their overall ability as a student rather than being assessed purely on their ENTER. In addition, due to the timeline of REEP,
applicants will be notified of the outcome in writing by early December. The early provisional offer enables applicants to make a start on preparation for life and study at the University Successful applicants will receive a provisional offer based on the condition that they meet the prerequisites and entry requirements of the course. They are ensured an official offer in Round 1
so long as they list their REEP course as first preference in their VTAC preference list. Applicants who do not receive a provisional offer find out in time to fully consider their options at change of preference.
When do applications open for 2008-2009?
Applications open on Sunday 31st August 2008 and close at 5pm on Tuesday 28th October 2008.
Further information Please follow this link for answers to frequently asked questions REEP FAQs or
contact the University of Ballarat on 1800 811 711 or info@ballarat.edu.au
