Status and Details
This page contains information about:
- the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
- contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
- a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.
Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.
Admission (HE) Procedure
Status
Current
Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date
7th April 2026
This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date
30th March 2031
The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority
Chief Executive
The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date
30th March 2026
This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date
Not Applicable
This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer
Nicola Cooley
Director Higher Education
This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner
Marc Blanks
Executive Director Educational Excellence
This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Enquiries Contact
Nicola Cooley
Director Higher Education
Higher Education
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.
Summary of Changes from Previous Version
1. responsibilities and accountabilities to align with the Institute structure and delegations;
2. update to Academic Governance approvals including the addition of peak academic governing body, the Higher Education Academic Board and sub-committees;
3. update legislation details and links;
4. updated to ensure presentation of Section 4 is aligned to the responsibility and accountability requirements of the Policy Framework Policy (2021). To ensure alignment with the TEQSA Guidance note: Admissions (coursework) 1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.3.5, 2.2.3, 5.3.4, 5.3.7, 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 5.4.2, 6.1, 6.3, 7.2 and the TEQSA Good Practice note: Making higher education admissions transparent for prospective students, 7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.3.1.
5. Ensure alignment with Australian Government Department of Education 36. Reporting requirements
6. Incorporated the recommendations from the Independent Review of Melbourne Polytechnic Academic and Corporate Governance (November 2025) conducted by Michael Wells, Paula Kelly and Kha Yen Prentice from Minter Ellison Consulting| Wells Advisory
Clauses Amended:Procedure: All