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I've applied for credit, should I still enrol?
Yes, if you are waiting for the outcome of a credit application, you should still complete your enrolment...
Credit for previous study
When to apply
Generally, you'll need to apply by the deadlines for each semester. However, there are some exceptions so it's important you read the additional considerations based on your individual circumstances.
Deadlines
Semester 1
Sunday 11 January 2026
Semester 2
Sunday 12 July 2026
- We prioritise applications submitted before the deadline, and in most cases these will be processed by the start of the semester.
- If you apply after the deadline, your application may not be processed by the census date, which is the last day you can withdraw from a unit without penalty.
- If you apply after the census date your credit application will not be considered for the current semester.
Additional considerations
If you're applying directly to the University for admission to a course, you can apply for credit at the same time. You'll need to do this by the deadline related to your direct admission application.
Alternately, you can wait until you've enrolled in your course and then apply for credit as a current student by the deadline listed above.
If you're submitting an internal course application, you can apply for credit at the same time. You'll need to do this by the deadline related to your internal course application.
Alternately, you can wait until you've enrolled in your new course and then apply for credit as a current student by the deadline listed above.
You'll need to wait until you've received your host institution transcript before you apply for credit.
You'll need to wait until you've received your host institution transcript before you apply for credit.
Last updated: 28 October 2025