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Course withdrawal

If you want to transfer to another course at Victoria University (VU), enrol at another university/college or start a full-time job, you can withdraw from your course (also known as course discontinuation).

If you have received an offer to study at VU but have not yet enrolled, you can apply to defer your studies and start your course at a later date.

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Apply for course withdrawal

If you are already enrolled in a course, you can apply for withdrawal or discontinuation by lodging one of the following forms before census date:

For advice on how to submit your form, please contact us via: 

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Defer your studies

If you have received an offer from Victoria University, but would prefer to wait and start your course later, you can apply to defer starting your studies for up to 12 months.

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Change your course preference

If you are a local student, and have lodged a VTAC application to study at Victoria University, please be aware that there are deadlines for changing your course preference. Please see the VTAC website for details.

If you are an international student, and currently enrolled in an ELICOS, TAFE or higher education course, you can change your course preference using the A220 Defer your studies / Change of preference form

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Avoid withdrawal fees

The Victoria University census date is the final date for withdrawal from a higher education course without incurring academic and financial penalties.

If you withdraw, you must do so at least 10 days before the census date, to avoid fees and academic penalties.

Higher education census dates

  • Semester 1: 31 March
  • Semester 2: 31 August

For information on withdrawing before census date, please consult ASKVU. Administration fees may apply at the discretion of the University.

Information for international students

For information on TAFE and ELICOS withdrawal fees, see the International Refunds Policy.

Certain conditions apply for students who want to transfer from Victoria University.

When you withdraw from your course, the University will notify the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) that you are no longer a student of Victoria University by cancelling your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE). Your student visa will then be cancelled. In this situation, you should contact DIAC as soon as possible on 131 881.

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