How to apply
1. Choose your subject/s
- Read about the study areas that are available
- Refer to the University Handbook for specific subject information
- Contact the relevant Student Centre discuss your options.
Most undergraduate subjects and some graduate subjects are available through single subject studies (CAP) in Semester 1 and Semester 2, and a limited number are offered in intensive study mode throughout the year.
Acceptance is subject to approval from the relevant faculty or graduate school. Faculties reserve the right to limit the availability of some subjects to those students enrolled in award degrees only. For high demand subjects, quota restrictions may apply; you may need to supply a supporting statement to enhance your chances of selection.
You may choose to study in either assessed or non-assessed mode.
Assessed mode
- Studies are graded/assessed
- You will receive an official transcript of results
- You must attend all lectures, tutorials and practical classes, and complete all set assessment tasks, including relevant examinations.
Non-assessed mode
- You will attend lectures only
- You will not be graded/assessed and do not receive an academic record
- If you are accepted into an award course at a later date, yournon-assessed studies will not be credited
- Non-assessed places are awarded by faculties or graduate schools on a discretionary basis.
2. Meet entry requirements
- Meeting entry requirements includes meeting subject prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements if applicable
- Refer to the University Handbook for further information, including subject prerequisites and corequisites
- Check with the relevant Student Centre to ensure that you meet the entry requirements.
3. Complete an application
If you are applying for subjects in more than one area or discipline, you will need to lodge a separate application for each area or discipline.
Application form (199kb, PDF)
Student Centre contact details
Important dates 2012
| Semester | Timely application closing date | Semester dates |
| Summer semester 2012 | Friday 9 December 2011 | 3 January – 19 February 2012 |
| Semester 1, 2012 | Friday 10 February 2012 | 27 February – 27 May 2012 |
| Semester 2, 2012 | Friday 6 July 2012 | 23 July – 28 October 2012 |
To ensure the best chance of being accepted into your chosen subject/s, it is advised to apply by the timely application closing dates listed above. However, application closing dates may vary between subjects and late applications may be considered. Please consult the relevant faculty or graduate school.
Make sure you consult the relevant faculty or graduate school directly regarding your class commencement and completion dates as they may vary depending on individual subjects. The application closing date is generally two weeks before the start of teaching.