There's a new option in the QTAC application process this year. QTAC's Educational Access Scheme is being introduced to replace the former Special Consideration of Disadvantage process. The Educational Access Scheme (EAS) is for Year 12 and non-Year 12 applicants who have experienced difficult circumstances that have adversely impacted on their studies. There are eight categories of disadvantage including: disrupted schooling; financial hardship; home environment & responsibilities; English language difficulties; personal illness or disability; refugee status; school environment and natural disasters. More information can be located here.