Leave of Absence
Applications for leave of absence are available from the Arts and Music Student Centre or online through the Student Information System (SIS). (The online system is not available to International students.)
Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) and Australian Full-Fee Students
Bachelor of Arts students may be granted up to two semesters of leave from study. In extenuating circumstances additional leave may be granted.
International Students
International students who hold a student visa are subject to visa conditions that restrict their opportunities to take Leave of Absence from their course. Only illness, as evidenced by a medical certificate, or exceptional compassionate circumstances, as evidenced by written documentation, are deemed valid reasons by Department of Immigration and Citizenship for taking Leave of Absence. Furthermore, international students on Leave of Absence are required to return to their home country for the duration of the Leave of Absence.
International students considering a Leave of Absence should view more information about the applications procedure at the International Student Services Leave of Absence web page and contact the Arts and Student Music Centre well in advance of your application. An Information Sheet with further information is available for downloading from publications pages of the International Student Services website (Information Guide for International Students).
You will need to submit a Leave of Absence application form (120kb pdf) for international students on student visas together with the necessary supporting documents.