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CPEE postgraduate award programs are fully accredited by the Australian Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).

It all starts here...

We understand that applying to study may be a bit daunting so we are here to help make the application process as streamlined as possible. 

With any application the most important element is the completeness of the required documentation. While this can be a time consuming process to get it all together we have provided a guide to speed through that process and get you studying as soon as possible.

The application process can vary according to the program you wish to study so its important that you check this on the program page on the website.

All applications are made to the CPEE Higher Education Manager (HEM) via the online application portal (new students) or an offline application form (current or previous students).

If the applications has additional requirements, this will be listed on the application form or requested following your initial submission. It is important to include all requested documentation with your application to avoid delays in processing. 

If you have any questions regarding this process please reach out to us and we will assist you. 

Guide to Applying Online

Alumni Student?

If you have studied with CPEE in the past and want to study another program you will need to complete a new offline program application.

Offline Application form

Looking for re-enrolment information?

Exisiting students enrolling into the next semester of study. 

Semester unit enrolment

Before You Apply

The first step any future student should take is to consider and complete the following steps before begining the application.

  • Review the program:

    Note admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.

  • Check entry requirements:

    Ensure that you have satasfied the entry requirments for the program you are applying for. Refer to the individual program listing and its entry requirements when considering your appication

  • Review fees:
    Review fees and related costs on our website
    Fees and Charges
  • Check English language requirements:

    If you are from a non-English-speaking background, review the English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.

  • Review Terms and Conditions of Enrolment:

    Ensure that you have read and understood the responsibilities associated with being a student with CPEE. Equally, what you can expect from CPEE and its responsibilities as a higher education provider.

    This includes expected acceptable behaviour, academic conduct, privacy, data responsibilities, use of systems, software along with our policies and procedures. These T&C's are important as by enrolling in a program provided by Centre for Pavement Engineering Education Inc. (CPEE) (ABN: 23368959740; PRV12121), you are agreeing to be legally bound by the terms and conditions of enrolment.

    If you require any assistance or clarification, please contact CPEE on 03 98905155. You will be prompted to accept these Terms when submitting your application.
    Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

Ready to begin?

Start or continue a saved application via the link below

Online Application

Documentation

Submission of Documentation

Application requirements vary between programs and applicants, so it is important to check any unique requirements prior to submission.

CPEE accepts scanned documents submitted online in support of applications for admission to its programs. All submitted supporting documents must be true and complete records. Applicants should be prepared to provide original documents or original certified copies of supporting documents upon request at any time.

All official documents submitted must be certified for authenticity. Certification of documents should follow the Australian guideline

https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/certifiedcopies 

As part of the admission process CPEE may contact the original issuing authority, educational or other relevant organisation or individual, whether in Australia or overseas, to verify submitted documents. A failure to provide documents on request, or the discovery of either fraudulent documents or a misrepresentation of true circumstances in association with your application, may lead to the rejection of the application for admission, the withdrawal of offer, or the cancellation of enrolment. Additional supporting documentation may be required to support your application based on your individual circumstances.

List of Requirements

PERSONAL DETAILS / CV

You will need to supply CPEE with personal details such as full name, address, email, phone number etc.

Additionally there are details which we are required to collect on behalf of the Australian Government such as your USI number and previous education history and family history.

You will also need to supply a current detailed resume (CV).

PROOF OF IDENTITY AND CITIZENSHIP

All applications require proof of citizenship. Different types of proof are acceptable depending on whether you are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or international applicant.

If you are an Australian Citizen proof may be one of the following:

  • Australian Birth Certificate or
  • Current Australian Passport

If you are a Permanent Resident (including humanitarian visa holders)

  • Current Passport (showing Perment Residency visa) or
  • Permanent Resident Visa Documents

Other applicants including international.

  • Birth Certificate or
  • Current Passport
EDUCATIONAL RESULTS / ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS

For relevant qualifications:

  • Provide a copy of the Certificate or confirmation of completion from the institute there you studied.
  • Provide a copy of your official record of results for all relevant tertiary studies. Academic records must include a key to the grades or marks shown.

Qualifications from overseas institutions

  • Applicants with qualifications from overseas institutions should provide a translated English copy of their qualification with their application form
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the English language requirements of CPEE to be eligible for a place. As a graduate student, you can satisfy the English language requirements in a number of ways depending on your circumstances. In order to meet the requirements, you must fulfil one of the options below.

  1. The applicant’s first spoken language is English and secondary and/or undergraduate studies were conducted in English, or
  2. Successful completion of a tertiary degree program of minimum 3 years full time equivalent where the degree program was both instructed and examined in English, or
  3. An English language proficiency test valid within 2 years prior to submission of the application that meets any of the following or their equivalent.
    • IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
    • TOEFL (PBT) 575 TWE 4.5; TOEFL (iBT) 88 (no score below 20)
    • PTE Academic 50 with no score lower than 50
    • Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English) - B Grade
    • Cambridge CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) - C Grade
    • Cambridge BEC (Business English Certificate) Higher - C Grade
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING / APPLYING FOR CREDIT

CPEE may award Specified Credit or Unspecified Credit. The awarding of credit means that a student who successfully applies for credit shall have a reduced number of Units to complete their CPEE program to meet the requirement for graduation. For example, a CPEE student who has been awarded 2 Units of Credit in the Masters of Pavement Technology will need to complete (pass) a further 6 Units to meet graduation requirements.

FM002: Application For Academic Credit

PR042: Procedure for Awarding of Academic Credit

CERTIFICATION OF DOCUMENTS

Supporting documents must be provided to CPEE as certified copies of original documents. A certified copy (often a photocopy) is an endorsement or certificate stating that it is a true copy of the original document.

  • Certified supporting documentation
    • When sending your documents and academic transcripts with your application, please be sure to send only certified copies, DO NOT send original documents. Academic transcripts are not required if you have previously studied with the Centre for Pavement Engineering Education within the last 10 years.
  • Who can certify my documents?
    • In Australia people from the following professional and occupational groups:
      • an accountant – member of a recognised professional accounting body or a Registered Tax Agent
      • a person listed on the roll of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory or the High Court of Australia as a legal practitioner
      • a barrister, solicitor or patent attorney
      • a police officer
      • a postal manager
      • a principal of an Australian secondary college, high school or primary school
      • a medical practitioner
      • a Justice of the Peace (with a registration number in the State in which they are registered)
      • a minister of religion
      • An authorised officer at:
      • a tertiary admissions centre: UAC, VTAC, QTAC, SATAC, TISC;
      • the Admissions Officer or Student Services Office at any Australian university or TAFE college
      • the official records department of the institution that originally issued the document(s)
    • Who can certify documents outside of Australia?
      • an authorised officer of an Australia overseas diplomatic mission
      • an authorised officer of an Australian Education Centre
      • a school headmaster or other recognised examining authority

All official documents submitted must be certified for authenticity.  Certification of documents should follow the Australian guideline: https://www.justice.vic.gov.au/certifiedcopies 

REQUIRED FACILITIES

Students must have access to the internet, email, word processing and spreadsheet programs for the duration of their study.

Submission Process

Online Portal

New students who have not previously studied with CPEE before can apply electronically through the CPEE online application portal.

To submit your application:

  • Click on the “New Student Application” button below;
  • There are 6 steps in the application process, including the electronic submission of certified copies of your supporting documents (as applicable);
  • You can start, pause and recontinue your application whenever you need to using the Saved Application ID or your email;
  • Upon submission of your application, you will be notified by email that it has been received. Please keep this email for your records.

If you are a returning student looking to underatke a new program please complete the Returning Student New Program Application and email to CPEE 

New Student Application
Returning Student New Program Application

Communication

Closing Dates

If you intend to study one of the Centre for Pavement Engineering Education programs, please make sure that you check the application closing dates for your program. Applications received after these dates may be considered for the next available intake:

Where to Send

Applications are submitted electronically through the online portal. If you have to provide further informartion outside of the application submission portal you can do so via email to CPEE.

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Confirmation

You will receive notification regarding your application within 1-2 weeks from submission. We will keep you updated of the application progress.

Once your application has been assessed you will receive an email from CPEE. If successful an offer letter will be sent.

Acceptance of offer

Your offer letter will contain instructions on accepting your program offer.

You may accept your offer and enrol in the upcoming semester's intake, alternatively you can defer your program offer until the following semester if you choose to do so.

An offer is valid for up to 2 semesters.