New pathway for health studies

At the start of the 2027 academic year, a return to a single pathway for access to health studies will be implemented, but this is not a complete return to the past.

Previous system had multiple routes

Previously, students could enter health studies through various routes, including different qualifications and entry requirements, allowing for more diverse pathways into the field.

New system aims for consistency

The new single pathway aims to create a more consistent and standardized approach to admissions, ensuring all students meet the same baseline criteria for entry into health studies programs.

Not a full reversal of reforms

While the change appears to signal a return to a more traditional model, it is not a full reversal of previous reforms that had introduced more flexible entry routes for students with different backgrounds and experiences.