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@dav53521, I know that the iDeA at uts is a scholarship that I'm hoping to apply for - what were the atar requirements and processes for entry like?
I don't think there's an exact ATAR requirement and because IDeA was brand new when I did it, not that many people applied so it was kinda easier to get in but I would say look at the BIT co-op ATAR requirements as it's somewhat similar in terms of selecting students for the course.
The process for entry was pretty much just submit an application, do an interview if you get invited and then do your HSC and then get told if you got accepted. Personally I felt that the application and interview weren't too hard but they do play a role in your selection rank for the course so do your best in them as the selection rank is formed by the score in the interview and your ATAR.
Also IDeA is a cadetship so no scholarship money and you'll have to pay subject fees and stuff like that but some companies may offer a scholarship but that's not a guarantee but you'll probs get paid enough to pay them off yourself.