Are there any entry requirements for the Diploma of Financial Services? The Diploma of Financial Services is available to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens and offshore enrolments only. Students must be 18 years of age upon course commencement. The minimum education requirements for admission are: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent) within the past two years (ATAR not required); or Completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification; or At least two years full-time (or part-time equivalent) relevant work experience; or Academic and/or professional qualifications demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level. Do I need an ATAR or STAT result for entry into Kaplan Professional undergraduate courses An ATAR or STAT result is not required as a selection criterion for undergraduate courses at Kaplan Professional. Entry is based on meeting the relevant educational qualifications or alternative entry pathway; no pre‑selection process applies.