Credit
Transfer
This Credit Transfer website is a helpful guide as you explore options and plan your tertiary education journey. Whether you're thinking about starting at TAFE NSW, or you've already finished a qualification with us, this website can help you see how your qualifications fit into your lifelong learning journey. Listing over 3,200 pathways across 28 universities and higher education providers, there is sure to be a pathway that appeals. Credit arrangements are updated regularly, so you should always confirm your eligibility with the offering institution by following the information in the How to Apply section.
 
     
Degree: Bachelor of Social Science  Offering Institution: University of Newcastle 
TAFE qualification: Alcohol and Other Drugs Diploma 
National code: CHC53215 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma Alcohol and Other Drugs:

This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.  
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Community Services (Alcohol, Other Drugs and Mental Health) Diploma 
National code: CHC50408 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma of Community Services (Alcohol, Other Drugs & Mental Health):

This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.  
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Community Services Diploma 
National code: CHC52015 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma of Community Services:

This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.  
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Community Services Work Diploma 
National code: CHC50608 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 40 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Completion of CHC50608 - Diploma of Community Services Work may achieve a maximum of 40 credit points into Bachelor of Social Science  
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Mental Health Diploma 
National code: CHC53315 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma of Mental Health:

This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.

   
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Youth Work Diploma 
National code: CHC51408 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma of Youth Work:


This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.  
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.

TAFE qualification: Youth Work Diploma 
National code: CHC50413 
International students: Yes 
Degree CRICOS code: 014637C 
Pathway credit points: 80 
Degree credit points: 240 
Available credits: Total of 80 Credit Points available on completion of the Diploma of Youth Work:

This TAFE qualification must be completed. Also note the credit listed is for the Human Services major. Students who choose to undertake a different major (other than Human Services) cannot be guaranteed the maximum credit.

   
How to apply:

The University of Newcastle offers free, direct applications to its undergraduate programs. You can be considered for admission into an undergraduate degree based on:

  • your performance in past HSC exams or equivalent, or partially completed higher education studies in Australia or equivalent overseas qualifications
  • TAFE or other AQF qualification Certificate III (limited programs), IV or above
  • post-secondary professional qualifications or professional / vocational experience
  • performance in alternative entry or Pathway programs like Open Foundation
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel qualifications and experience

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/study/undergraduate/getting-in/entry-schemes#non-school-leaver.