Any Age Non-school Leavers
Regardless of your age, you can apply to study at UNE. The knowledge and experience you have gained through life and/or work may well stand you in good stead to succeed at university.
A Step-by-step Guide to Applying to Study by Distance Education with UNE
This guide will step you through applying to study by distance with UNE. (There is a different process for applying to study on campus.)
Step 1: Prepare
Once you know the UNE course(s) that you would like to transfer to, check whether you meet all the entry requirements.
Now is a good time to explore all possible avenues for applying to UNE — check out our alternative entry scheme.
UNE's Oorala Centre offers Indigenous applicants an effective and supportive point of contact throughout the application process.
If you have overseas qualifications and you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, contact us for advice before applying.
Step 2: Lodge an application directly to UNE
If you want to study by distance with UNE, you send your application directly to us.
If you are also applying for advance standing for units you may have studied at another institution. Include all this detail with your initial application.
Make sure you include originals of any documents you need to substantiate your application.
Closing Dates
Please check here for current closing dates and extensions.
Step 3: Receiving and accepting an offer
Now all your hard work can be rewarded. If your application is successful, we will send you details on how to enrol online. Be as quick as you can, as there are limited places in some subjects.
Step 4: Book for residential schools (if applicable)
When you receive your registration package, you will also be given full details about any compulsory or optional residential schools for particular subjects within your degree. It is a good idea to register for these and arrange accommodation as soon as you can.
Anytime: Have your questions answered
We're here to help. At any stage of the process, contact us for advice and information.
How to Defer Your Studies
If you are offered a place at UNE, you might be able to defer your enrolment for up to two years. Write a letter outlining why you want to defer. Include as much information as possible to substantiate your request. Send the letter to the Student Centre, The University of New England, NSW 2351.
We need to receive this letter no later than the date on which your offer of admission is due to lapse.
How to Get Credit Towards Your Degree From Previous Study
Once you've enrolled at UNE, you may find you wish to change your mode of study (eg. from on-campus to distance education, part-time to full-time). This is usually as simple as completing a variation of enrolment form and submitting it to the Student Centre.
You may be able to complete a unit of study from another Faculty or University as part of your study at UNE. The Student Centre can advise you on what authorisations you need to arrange in advance.
Many of UNE's diploma programs are structured so that you can smoothly move into a directly related higher degree. Contact the Student Centre to make arrangements.
To change to a different degree or program, you will need to compete alongside other students on the basis of your academic results in the studies that you've already completed at university. For more information ask UNE.
Student Centre
TC Lamble Building
The University of New England NSW 2351