How to Apply for Newstep An application form for admission to Newstep is included in this brochure. You will need to provide copies of appropriate documents in support of your application, for example, school examination certificates and school reports, reports from medical practitioners or counsellors, or any other statements you think might be relevant. Details of documentation required appear on pages 15-19 of this application form. Photocopies of documents will need to be verified. Copies of original documents may be verified by another tertiary institution, the University of Newcastle or a Justice of the Peace, identified by name, number and address.
Applications are strictly confidential.
Students will receive a score based on the marks gained in each subject. With this score Newstep students will compete with other students seeking entry to the University. Selection is competitive and is based on academic performance. Newstep is accepted as an entry qualification by many Universities in Australia. Newstep runs over two semesters, the normal university academic year.