Australian (citizens and residents) school leavers must satisfy the following entry requirements:

Applicants must satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. Completion of a Year 12 Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (for example, VCE, QCE, WACE, HSC, SACE, etc.) or equivalent; OR
2. Completion of a Certificate III level qualification (for example a TAFE Certificate), or higher, issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); OR
3. Completion of a Diploma-level qualification or higher, issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); OR
4. Experience-based entry – for applicants who do not meet any of the requirements above.

To be eligible for experienced-based entry, an individual must be able to demonstrate via cover letter and supporting documentation, together with participation in an interview where necessary, the following requirements:

• An applicant must have completed or left high school two or more years before the application is submitted.
• The work and/or life experience cited in the application must be relevant to the particular course students are seeking to enter.
• These experiences may include formal, informal and non-formal learning, work experience relevant to the selected course, or other activities.
• Given the fact that digital technologies are moving at such a rapid pace, the activities used as evidence to support experienced-based entry must have been completed within the past three years

Additional Requirements

• To be eligible for enrolment in a CGSI-accredited degree or diploma, applicants must be a minimum of 17 years of age at the time of commencing their studies. Please note, however, that applicants may apply before turning 17.
• Students applying for the Bachelor or Diploma of Digital Art will also be required to submit a portfolio of original work demonstrating skills relevant to their selected major (Concept Art or Illustration).

Domestic applicants from a non-English speaking background must also demonstrate English language proficiency. This may be demonstrated as follows:

1. Applicants whose formal qualifications (secondary or post-secondary qualifications) relate to programs where English was the language of instruction and assessment automatically qualify, however, the final year of this study must have been completed no more than five (5) years immediately prior to commencement of study with CGSI. 
2.  In exceptional circumstances, domestic students whose qualifications do not meet the requirements outlined in (a) above, but who have been long-term English speakers, may be exempted from the requirements outlined in c) below. However, in these cases, supporting documentation and an interview with the Executive Dean will be required. 
3.  Students from a non-English speaking background who do not meet the conditions outlined in (a) or (b) above must provide evidence that they meet CGSI’s IELTS (or equivalent) entry requirements (as follows):

Applicants are required to provide documentary evidence that they have achieved the minimum requirements of an approved English Language test (as per the bullet points below) within two (2) years prior to the commencement of study. The minimum requirements for each respective test are as follows:

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System): Overall Band Score 6.0 with a minimum sub-score of 5.5 in writing, reading, speaking and listening
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Internet-Based Test (iBT): 75 or better overall and no score less than 17. 
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic): Overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46.

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HOW TO APPLY

Simply fill out the form on the course page and click enquire now. Once we receive your form, our Admissions Team will reach out to you to confirm your details and finalise your application.

As part of the application process, you will also be required to provide CGSI with the following documents:

DOMESTIC APPLICATIONS:

• Student enrollment form
• A copy of your current Australian passport OR citizenship/birth certificate and photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
• A copy of your Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or academic transcripts of your highest educational qualification)
• Portfolio (Digital Art only) 

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STUDY WITH CONFIDENCE

CG Spectrum Institute is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), ensuring students receive a high-quality education and graduate with reputable qualifications. 

TEQSA is an independent regulatory body in Australia responsible for assuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions.

Benefits of TEQSA Accreditation include:

• Credibility and Recognition - TEQSA accreditation enhances the reputation and credibility of the institution and its qualifications both nationally and internationally.
• Quality Assurance - The accreditation process ensures that the institution provides a high standard of education and is committed to continuous improvement.
• Access to Government Support - Accredited institutions are eligible for government funding and financial assistance programs, making education more accessible to students.
• Student Confidence - Students can have confidence in the quality of education they will receive and the value of their qualifications in the job market.
• Global Mobility - TEQSA-accredited qualifications are widely recognised, allowing students to pursue further studies or employment opportunities around the world.