What are special circumstances?

TAFE Admissions, in consultation with TAFE WA colleges, may make provisions for applicants who can demonstrate that special circumstances have affected their ability to compete fairly for entry into a course.

Special circumstances must be exceptional, beyond the applicant’s control, and have had a significant impact on their ability to participate in education or employment. These circumstances may be taken into account during the application and selection process, including for highly competitive courses.

Where approved, adjustments may be applied to support consideration of an applicant’s individual situation. However, approval of special circumstances does not guarantee an offer of a place.

All applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis by TAFE Admissions in consultation with the relevant TAFE WA college.
 

Important dates

• Applications must be received in full at least 10 working days before Round 1 offers are issued.
• Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Who should apply?

You may apply if your circumstances have made you less competitive for entry into a course. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Health-related reasons, such as serious illness, injury, or disability.
• Unemployment or inability to work.
• Family or social circumstances that have had a significant impact.

Supporting documentation

You must provide current and relevant evidence to support your application. Applications without supporting documentation will not be considered.

Acceptable documents include:

• Specialist medical reports (must be current within the last 12 months).
• Letters from teachers or education providers outlining the issues experienced and how these affected educational outcomes.
• Other formal documentation that can be verified.

How to apply

Step 1

Submit an application for full-time study through TAFE Admissions. You will need your TAFE application reference number to apply for special circumstances.

Step 2

Complete the online Special Circumstances application form and upload all relevant supporting documentation.

Assessment and outcome

Applications are assessed based on the information and documentation provided. Assessment is conducted by TAFE Admissions in consultation with the relevant TAFE WA college. Applicants will be notified of the outcome once the assessment is complete.

Confidentiality

All special circumstances applications and supporting documents are treated as strictly confidential.