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Latest University Policy Updates & Key Deadlines (As of Mid-February 2026)

  1. Updated list of degree programs that can be packaged with Academic English Program (AEP):Taylors College Important Update

AEP & USFP Packaged Degree Adjustments

Effective date: 13 February 2026

Updated list of degree programs that can be packaged with Academic English Program (AEP):

Newly confirmed eligible programs:

  • Bachelor of Architecture and Environments
  • Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design)
  • Bachelor of Design in Architecture
  • Bachelor of Design in Architecture (Honours) and Master of Architecture
  • Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
  • Bachelor of Economics
  • Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work
  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology)

Suitable for students whose English does not yet meet direct entry requirements but who want a pathway into undergraduate study.

University of Canberra Update

  1. Nursing and Midwifery programs now accept combined English test scores

Applicable programs:

  • Bachelor of Nursing
  • Master of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Midwifery

English requirement options:

One test meeting the requirement, ORUp to two tests within 12 months combined

Minimum requirements:

IELTS

  • Overall ≥ 7.0
  • Each band ≥ 6.5

TOEFL iBT

  • Overall ≥ 94
  • Listening 20 / Reading 19 / Writing 24 / Speaking 20

PTE

  • Overall ≥ 66
  • Each section ≥ 56

Only these three programs accept score combining. Other programs do not.

3. La Trobe University Update

1. Entry Background Adjustment — Master of Occupational Therapy Practice

Only applicants with the following academic backgrounds will be considered:

  • Health-related disciplines
  • Education
  • Social sciences
  • Psychological sciences
  • Biological sciences
  • Medical-related disciplines

Important notes:

Online short courses are not accepted,English requirement: IELTS 7.0 / PTE 65,Higher GPA leads to faster processing

2. July 2026 Nursing Master Intake — Limited Places

  • Bendigo 校区:少于 6 个名额
  • Melbourne campus: 10+ places remaining

Places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Early confirmation strongly recommended.

4. Victoria University (Melbourne Campus)

2Final extension for February intake acceptance

Deadline: This Friday, 11:00 AM

Important reminders:

  • This is the final extension
  • No further extensions will be granted
  • Classes begin next week
  • Block Model teaching does not allow late arrival

Students must enroll on time or will be unable to commence

5. The University of Sydney Reminder

For students commencing 2026 Semester 1 (SAP students):

Final deadline for submission of official academic documents: 20 February 2026 (Friday)

Failure to submit on time may affect enrollment eligibility.

 Quick Key Summary

Taylors College: Updated list of AEP-packaged undergraduate programsUniversity of Canberra: Onshore extension to 18 Feb + nursing programs allow score combining,La Trobe: OT master background restrictions + nursing places nearly full,Victoria University: Final confirmation deadline for February intake (last extension),University of Sydney: Final document deadline — 20 February