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 possible. It's best to receive an offer as early as possible so you can prepare for orientation and semester start.
| Semester 2 2017 | |
|---|---|
| Orientation week begins | 17 July 17 |
| Lectures commence | 31 Jul 17 |
| Mid Semester break | 25 Sept 17 |
| Exam period begins | 13 Nov 17 |
| Semester ends | 24 Nov 17 |
| Semester 1 2018 | |
|---|---|
| Orientation week begins | 12 Feb 18 |
| Lectures commence | 26 Feb 18 |
| Mid Semester break | 16 Apr 18 |
| Exam period begins | 11 Jun 18 |
| Semester ends | 22 Jun 18 |
There may be different application opening and closing dates, depending on the course you apply for. Scroll down for details, including courses with early closing dates.
| All applicants | |
|---|---|
| Portfolio applications Recommended day to submit your portfolio documents by. | 23 Jul 17 |
| Direct applications Recommended day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents). | 09 Aug 17 |
| Accept your offer Last day to accept an offer (4pm) | 11 Aug 17 |
| Postgraduate by coursework | |
|---|---|
|
Direct applications
Recommended day (midnight) to submit a completed application by (including unsubmitted documents). | 09 Aug 17 |
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Accept your offer
Last day to accept an offer (4pm) | 11 Aug 17 |
| Postgraduate by research | |
|---|---|
|
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Applications can be submitted all year round. | |
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Professional Doctorates
Recommended day to submit a completed application by. | 09 Aug 17 |
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Integrated PhD
Recommended day to submit a completed application by. | 09 Aug 17 |
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Masters by Research
Recommended day to submit a completed application by. | 09 Aug 17 |
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Accept your offer
Last day to accept an offer (4pm) - excludes PhD applicants. | 11 Aug 17 |
Apply by the date below to ensure you’re considered for course commencement in the first week of Semester 2, 2017. Dates apply to most, but not all of our courses.
| Applicants living in Australia | Recommended dates |
|---|---|
| Non-student visa holders Submit a completed application. | 23 Jul 17 |
| Accept your offer and provide documentation on student financial declaration and evidence of payment. | 11 Aug 17 |
| Student Visa holders Submit a completed application. | 14 Jul 17 |
| Accept your offer and provide documentation on student financial declaration and evidence of payment. | 21 Jul 17 |
| Applicants living overseas | Recommended dates |
|---|---|
| Supporting evidence required* Submit a completed application. | 16 Jun 17 |
| Accept your offer and provide documentation on student financial declaration and evidence of payment. | 23 Jun 17 |
| No supporting evidence required Submit a completed application. | 30 Jun 17 |
| Accept your offer and provide documentation on student financial declaration and evidence of payment. | 07 Jul 17 |
*Before visa lodgement, please use the document checklist tool on the DIBP website to check if you’re required to provide evidence of English and financial capacity, based on your country of passport and education provider.
To apply for a scholarship before you apply for a course, check your eligibility on our scholarships page at least one week beforehand.
The following courses require you to submit an application earlier than other courses. We often choose to stop accepting applications for these courses by the date shown, so don’t miss out.
| Course Title | Date |
|---|---|
| Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood Studies) | 28 Jul 2017 |
| Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary) | 28 Jul 2017 |
| Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary) | 24 Jul 2017 |
| Course Title | Date |
|---|---|
| Master of Education by Research | 28 Jul 2017 |
Everyone’s situation is different. Let’s talk about your options before you apply for a course.
Telephone:
134 328 (Aus)
+61 8 6304 0000 (Int)
Enquiries
futurestudy@ecu.edu.au (Email)
futurestudy.askus.ecu.edu.au (Online)
