9 Key dates for 2026

The ACE Scholarships Program runs from 2026 to 2028 and supports commencements across the three years. The table below details confirmed intakes for 2026.

Note: the dates listed below are commencement dates. All dates including application closures should be confirmed with the education provider.

Literacy in CommunityVictoria University

One planned intake:

  • Semester 2: Apply by 14 July 2026; commencing 28 July 2026

Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Graduate Certificate of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy (Exit point only)

Charles Sturt University

Two planned intakes for 2026:

  • Semester 2: 13 July 2026
  • Semester 2: 16 November 2026

The dates listed are start dates.

Bachelor of Adult and Vocational Education (adult LLN specialisation)

Associate Degree in Adult and Vocational Education (adult LLN major)

Charles Sturt University

Two planned intakes for 2026:

  • Semester 2: 13 July 2026
  • Semester 3: 16 November 2026

The dates listed are start dates.

TAESS00026 Foundation Skills Integration Skill SetPark Orchards Community House & Learning Centre

Four planned intakes for 2026.

  • Semester 1: April, June 2026
  • Semester 2: August, September 2026

The dates listed are start dates.

TAE40122 Certificate IV Training and AssessmentPark Orchards Community House & Learning Centre

Two planned intakes for 2026.

  • Semester 1: June 2026
  • Semester 2: August 2026

The dates listed are start dates.

TAE40122 Certificate IV Training and AssessmentChisholm Institute

Two planned intakes for 2026:

  • Semester 2: 6 July, 12 October 2026

The dates listed are start dates.

Scholarship applications must be submitted well in advance of these dates to allow sufficient time to assess program eligibility, determine outcomes and for successful applicants to enrol.

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