The best no ATAR courses you can study in 2025
Worried your ATAR won’t be high enough for uni? You can get into these popular bachelor degrees without even thinking about entry requirements!
Teachers and parents tend to pile on the pressure when it comes to your Year 12 exams. And it’s easy to feel like your entire future hinges on whatever your results will be.
But the truth is, you don’t actually need an ATAR to get into a good university anymore. We’ve partnered with unis from across Australia to remove ATAR requirements for over 100 qualifications. Yes, seriously.
Below are some of the best undergraduate degrees you can study without an ATAR in 2025. If Year 12 doesn’t go to plan, you can get into one of these qualifications by completing a set of subjects online through us.
Intrigued? Scroll on to see what’s available, and for more info about how this entry pathway works.
You can also visit our 2025 courses page to explore everything currently listed on our website. Because this is only a small preview of what’s on offer—and you’ll be amazed by what else you can find.
Our pick in health
A Bachelor of Food and Nutrition with La Trobe University
If you want to work in nutrition or dietetics, then this is the degree for you. You’ll explore the health and science behind our eating habits, while getting plenty of hands-on experience with food preparation. You'll walk away with the knowledge you need to share important nutrition information with the community.
Subjects to start with:
You only need to complete two subjects online to qualify for entry. Introduction to Human Physiology, plus either Introduction to Nutrition, Essentials of Chemistry, or Understanding Health and Wellbeing.
Where this degree can take you:
Empower others to make smarter food choices as a nutritionist! This course also paves the way for postgraduate study in dietetics.
Learn more about this nutrition degree
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Our pick in law and justice
A Bachelor of Laws with the University of New England
Believe it or not, you can get into a Bachelor of Laws without an ATAR.
This is one of the few law degrees available in Australia that doesn’t require you to meet any entry requirements. If it’s your dream to defend others and uphold justice, consider it your door in.
Importantly, this is an accredited degree, which means it satisfies the academic requirements you need to become a lawyer. You will need to complete additional practical legal training before you can be admitted into the profession, which is standard with all law degrees.
Subjects to start with:
You'll need to complete four subjects to be admitted into this degree. Read the entry requirements on the degree page to find out what they are, because you can choose from a list.
Where this degree can take you:
Graduates go on to become lawyers, barristers or solicitors after completing another 6-12 months of compulsory professional training. You can also use your legal knowledge in a related sector, like government policy, business or banking.
Learn more about this law degree
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Our pick in arts and humanities
A Bachelor of Arts with Griffith University
This Bachelor of Arts is the ultimate course for critical thinkers.
Major in art history, creative writing, criminal justice, history, journalism, literature, public relations, screen and media studies, or sociology. You’ll learn how to analyse our culture through your chosen lens, which is a skill that can’t be underrated. People who know how to question the status quo tend to become our greatest artists, writers, researchers and educators.
Subjects to start with:
Apply for entry after completing just two undergraduate subjects, like Developing Research and Analytical Skills and Image, Text and Culture.
Check out the full list of subjects on the Bachelor of Arts degree page to view your choices.
Where this degree can take you:
As a generalist degree, this Bachelor of Arts leads to all sorts of careers. You could work in arts management, public relations, journalism or social research, to name a few. Some graduates go on to study education so they can teach in their speciality area.
Learn more about this arts degree
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Our pick in science
A Bachelor of Science (Sustainability) with the University of Tasmania
There have never been more jobs in sustainability—but there still aren’t enough people going to uni to meet the demand. Enter: you!This Bachelor of Science will make you a specialist in the field. You'll explore how sustainable decision making can help society, corporations and the environment. Even more importantly—you’ll learn how to make your recommendations heard so you can have a real impact.
Subjects to start with:
Get into this qualification after completing any two undergraduate subjects through us. Yes, any! Contact an Open Universities Australia student advisor for recommendations.
Where this degree can take you:
Graduates work in a range of sustainability positions. Many go on to become government project officers and environmental advisors—the changemakers who champion green policies.
Learn more about this science degree
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Our pick in education and teaching
A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) with Curtin University
Our schools need more passionate future educators like you to shape the next generation. With this approved initial teacher education qualification, you’ll be ready to teach young children during their most formative years—from birth up to the age of 8.
Subjects to start with:
You can get in after completing just two online subjects from a list of choices. (We won’t put them all here, but popular options include Child Development for Educators and Introducing Language, Literacy and Literature for Educators).
You will also be asked to fill out an online questionnaire before you can be accepted into the degree. This isn’t a pass/fail test, but rather a chance for you to express your passion and enthusiasm for teaching.
Where this degree can take you:
Become an early childhood educator in an early learning centre, kindergarten, or junior primary school setting.
Learn more about this teaching degree
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Our pick in media and communications
A Bachelor of Communication with Griffith University
Do you want to keep the public informed, in a time when media transparency is more important than ever?
This Bachelor of Communication will teach you everything you need to turn your love of storytelling into a full-time career. You'll explore media law and ethics, digital media production and content creation.
Subjects to start with:
You can apply for entry after completing just two undergraduate subjects through us. Check out the Bachelor of Communication degree page for the full list of options.
Where this degree can take you:
Graduates can kick-start a career in journalism, public relations, business communications, digital marketing, or film and TV.
Learn more about this communication degree
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Our pick in psychology and mental health
A Bachelor of Psychology with Macquarie University
Don't put off studying psychology just because your Year 12 results aren't what you expect. You can get into this Bachelor of Psychology without an ATAR, and learn about the fascinating root causes of human behaviour.
This degree is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, which means it counts towards your efforts to become a registered psychologist.
Subjects to start with:
There are a few different subject sequences you can follow to start this degree without an ATAR, which are listed in the entry requirements. It’s common to get in after completing these three subjects:
- Introduction to Psychology I
- Psychology: Finding Your Foundation and Future
- Introduction to Psychological Design and Statistics
Where this degree can take you:
After graduating, you’ll be eligible for the further postgraduate study required to become a psychologist. But you’re not just limited to a career in clinical practice. You could also start a career in counselling, social work, education, human resources or market research.
Learn more about this psychology degree
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Our pick in information technology
A Bachelor of Cyber Security with La Trobe University
Is there any skill more in-demand than cyber security? Businesses are crying out for experts who can help protect their most sensitive information.
This bachelor degree covers everything you need to know to work in the industry, from programming and coding, to ethical hacking and risk management. Don’t have any IT knowledge? No worries. Just bring your enthusiasm to learn.
Subjects to start with:
Get in after completing just two of these subjects:
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Data-Based Critical Thinking
- Programming Environment
- Inside Information Technology
Where this degree can take you:
Become a high-earning ethical hacker, security architect, software developer or cryptographer. There’s a need for cyber security skills across all IT roles, so your job options are very flexible.
Learn more about this cyber security degree
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How do I get into the full degree after completing my single subjects?
Once you successfully pass your subjects, apply for the full degree with your university through us! It's that simple. You’ll be guaranteed entry, because you've already done the hard work.
You don’t have to keep studying your degree online, either. Once you’re accepted, you can transfer to an on-campus place if you want. Though we find a lot of students prefer to keep studying online once they’ve had a taste of it, because they like the flexibility.
Is there anything else I should know about this no-ATAR entry pathway?
Here are the big call outs:
You’ll earn credit for the subjects you complete.
In other words, when you officially start your Bachelor of Arts (for example), you’ll already be two subjects in.
You don't have to pay for your subjects upfront.
You can nominate to have your single subjects covered by a HELP loan, just like a degree.
This enrolment option is only available through Open Universities Australia.
Once you’re a student with your chosen uni, we’re still here to hold your hand when you need to pick your next subject or navigate your uni admin. Because let’s face it, tertiary education paperwork can be complicated!
Find out more about getting into uni without an ATAR or book a call with a student advisor for impartial advice.
