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Important dates

This page has the important dates you should know about - like when your application is due and when orientation and semesters start.

We recommend you apply as soon as you can. It's best to receive an offer as early as possible so you can prepare for orientation and semester start.

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Upcoming undergraduate application dates

If you're considering applying to ECU, this page has all the dates you should know about.

We recommend you complete and submit your application as soon as you can.

The earlier you can receive an offer of a place on a course, the more time you have to prepare for orientation and semester start.

Upcoming postgraduate application dates

If you're considering applying to ECU, this page has all the dates you should know about.

We recommend you complete and submit your application as soon as you can.

The earlier you can receive an offer of a place on a course, the more time you have to prepare for orientation and semester start.

Upcoming international student application dates

If you're considering applying to ECU, this page has all the dates you should know about.

We recommend you complete and submit your application as soon as you can.

The earlier you can receive an offer of a place on a course, the more time you have to prepare for orientation and semester start.

Applying for Summer School, November 2023

Important

Please note: ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below for Summer School, commencing in November 2023.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the teaching period commencement date.

Check the Key university dates below.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibility on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

All prospective students

 Submit a completed application byAccept your offer by 4pm
Experience Based Entry
Last day to submit your documents by
13 November 202317 November 2023
Direct applications
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
15 November 202317 November 2023

Important

Please note: ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below for Summer School, commencing in November 2023.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the teaching period commencement date.

Check the Key university dates below.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibiity on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

Postgraduate by coursework applications

Submit a completed application byAccept your offer by 4pm
Direct applications
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
15 November 202317 November 2023

Important

Due to the high demand of applications for Summer School, commencing in November 2023, ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below.

Before visa lodgement, please use the Document Checklist tool on the Department of Home Affairs website to check if you're required to provide evidence of English and financial capacity, based on your country of passport and education provider.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the relevant teaching period commencement date. Be sure to check the Key university dates below.

Accepting an offer

To successfully accept an offer you will need to have completed the following steps:

  1. Complete the online acceptance at the Respond to your offer page.
  2. Satisfy any conditions on your offer. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) cannot be issued until all conditions have been met.
  3. Ensure you pay your fees and provide evidence of payment.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibiity on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

If you are currently living in Australia

Visa Type Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
Non-student Visa Holders 8 November 202310 November 2023
Student Visa Holders 3 November 202310 November 2023

If you are currently living overseas

Accept your offer
and pay your fees by Supporting evidence (if supporting evidence is required with your application)
Submit a completed application by Accept your offer by
Required 6 October 202313 October 2023
Not required 20 October 202327 October 2023

Applying for Semester 1, 2024

Important

Please note: ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below for Semester 1, 2024.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the relevant teaching period commencement date.

Check the Key university dates below.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibiity on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

TISC applicants

Offers made Accept your offer by (4pm)
TISC - Main Round
TISC offers available online and ECU emails offers to you.
22 December 2023 1 March 2024
TISC - Second Round
TISC offers available online and ECU emails offers to you.
19 January 2024 1 March 2024
Submit a completed applicationAccept your offer by (4pm)
Experience Based Entry - Main Round
Last day to submit your documents for guaranteed consideration.
1 December 20231 March 2024
Experience Based Entry - Second Round
Last day to submit your documents for guaranteed consideration.
30 December 20231 March 2024

All other prospective students

Submit a completed application Accept your offer by (4pm)
Experience Based Entry
Last day to submit your documents by
29 January 20241 March 2024
Direct applications
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
5 February 20241 March 2024

Important

Please note: ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below for Semester 1, 2024.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the relevant teaching period commencement date.

Check the Key university dates below.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibiity on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

Postgraduate by coursework applications

Submit a completed application by Accept your offer by 4pm
Direct applications
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
5 February 20241 March 2024

Postgraduate by research applications

Submit a completed application by Accept your offer by 4pm
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Applications can be submitted all year round.
Integrated PhD
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
5 February 20241 March 2024
Masters by Research
Last day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents)
5 February 20241 March 2024

Important

Due to the high demand of applications for Semester 1, 2024, ECU is unable to accept applications after the submission dates outlined below.

Before visa lodgement, please use the Document Checklist tool on the Department of Home Affairs website to check if you're required to provide evidence of English and financial capacity, based on your country of passport and education provider.

If you are seeking special consideration for entry, including if you are an applicant with a previous course exclusion, you must submit your application at least one month before the relevant teaching period commencement date. Be sure to check the Key university dates below.

Accepting an offer

To successfully accept an offer you will need to have completed the following steps:

  1. Complete the online acceptance at the Respond to your offer page.
  2. Satisfy any conditions on your offer. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) cannot be issued until all conditions have been met.
  3. Ensure you pay your fees and provide evidence of payment.

Scholarship applications

To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibiity on our Scholarships page at least one week beforehand.

If you are currently living in Australia

Visa Type Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
Non-student Visa Holders 28 February 20241 March 2024
Student Visa Holders 2 February 20249 February 2024

If you are currently overseas

Africa

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
Mauritius 5 February 2024 12 February 2024
Other African Countries 1 January 2024 2 February 2024

Europe

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All European Countries 5 February 2024 12 February 2024

Latin America

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All Latin American Countries 1 January 2024 2 February 2024

Middle East

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All Middle Eastern Countries  1 January 2024 19 January 2024

North Amercia

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All North American Countries 5 February 2024 12 February 2024

North Asia

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All North Asian Countries 5 February 2024 12 February 2024

South Asia

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
Bangladesh 1 January 2024 19 January 2024
Bhutan 1 January 2024 2 February 2024
India 25 December 2023 12 January 2024
Nepal 25 December 2023 12 January 2024
Pakistan 27 November 2023 29 December 2023
Sri Lanka 1 January 2024 19 January 2024

South East Asia

Country Submit a completed application by Accept your offer
and pay your fees by
All South East Asian Countries 5 February 2024 12 February 2024

Key university dates

Semester 2 2023 Summer School Semester 1 2024
Orientation begins 17 July 202313 November 202312 February 2024
Lectures commence 24 July 202320 November 202319 February 2024
Mid-semester break 25 September 2023-1 April 2024
Exam period begins 6 November 20235 February 20243 June 2024
Semester ends 17 November 20232 February 202414 June 2024

The Important Things

Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.

Course Entry

There's more than one admission pathway into an ECU course. It depends on what you've studied already, or your work or life experience.

Fees & Scholarships

Course tuition fees can change, but we can give you an estimate of your costs. If you're eligible, a scholarship or student loan can help too.

Applying

Applying for a course is a fairly simple process, especially if you have scanned copies of qualifications, your resume or other paperwork, ready to upload.

ECU Experience

Starting a course is an exciting and sometimes daunting time, so we make a massive effort to ensure you get all the support you need to have a positive experience.