NIC delivers a pre-university program for students seeking entry to a bachelor’s degree. Successful completion of the Foundation Program (FP) enables students to enter an NIC Diploma , or qualify for direct entry to the first year of a range of bachelor’s degrees offered by the university. Progression rules apply, including some programs subject to a quota.

Next level of study

* NIC Diploma programs

• Diploma of Business and Commerce
• Diploma of Engineering
• Diploma of Information Technology
• Diploma of Media and Communication

* Year 1 of a University of Newcastle bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degrees are offered by the following faculties:

• Faculty of Business and Law
• Faculty of Education and Arts
• Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
• Faculty of Health
• Faculty of Science and Information Technology

You will

• be at least 17 years of age; and
• have a Year 11 or equivalent qualification with a minimum average mark of 5

Duration

• Standard Track: 12 months (3 trimesters)
• Fast Track: 8 months (2 trimesters)