How to apply for credit
You might be able to receive credit for previous studies that can go towards your current qualification.
Credit for previous studies
Other types of credit
Things to consider
Getting credit could affect your study load, which might change your eligibility for Centrelink payments. You must let Centrelink know if your study load changes.
If you're an international student, receiving credit could reduce your study duration. We'd have to notify the Department of Home Affairs and your visa could be affected.
If you receive credit, you might end up graduating earlier than expected. Consider how this could affect your future employment plans.
If you're doing a course that's attached to an accreditation body (like CPA or ACS), make sure receiving credit won't affect your accreditation.
Withdrawing credit you've received
You might need to retract the credit you've received because:
- you want to take extra units
- you need to complete a double-credit unit but don't have enough credit points available
- visa requirements mean you need to complete extra units
- your course requirements have changed.
If this is the case, submit a request via the enquiry portal. Do this as early as possible to allow time for us to review, approve and make study plan adjustments. Keep in mind that requests won't be accepted after the start of your final semester.
Need some help?
Submit a question via our enquiry portal or call 1800 333 864, 9 am–5 pm, Monday to Friday.