The change of preference period is a stressful time for Year 12 students — there are a lot of highs and lows when locking in course preferences for next year.
Year 12 students have a lot to consider. Whether they received a higher or lower ATAR than expected, or if they just want to make sure they’re making the right choice, the change of preference period is a short window to make any changes to their preferred university courses.
Tools such as ‘ATAR Calculator’ or ‘Find Your Course by ATAR’ can help narrow down options by filtering courses based on a real or estimated ATAR.
If they’ve received an ATAR and it’s lower than expected, then there are other ways into a dream course.
Using La Trobe’s online ‘Pathways Tool’ can help explore all alternative entry options.
During the change of preference period, it’s important to remember that an ATAR won’t define their whole life — especially if the ATAR wasn’t what they’d hoped for.
If they’re anxious or unsure about courses or the change of preference process, then chatting to an expert to understand the many options will go a long way to putting them at ease.
Not all big moves mean moving far from home. If studying locally is a priority, La Trobe’s Shepparton campus offers high-standard teaching and study facilities at a university that’s ranked in the Top 250 globally*.
Whatever the ATAR, there are so many options at La Trobe. Future students, parents and carers can connect with a study advisor through live chat, by calling 1300 135 045, booking a consultation or attending a campus event near you.
For more information, support, event dates and advice, visit: https://choose.latrobe.edu.au
* Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2023, QS World University Rankings 2024