Credit for previous studies
- The following information applies to applicants for postgraduate coursework programs. Credit is not normally granted to applicants for research programs.
You can apply for credit for previous tertiary studies you have undertaken. The relevant faculty will consider the subjects you have taken and the results you have received to determine whether you are eligible for credit.
If you are granted credit, it will reduce the number of units of study (subjects) you are required to take in your course at the University of Sydney. Credit may be granted for either specified or unspecified units of study.
Depending on the number of credits granted, you may find that your course duration is reduced. Please note that international students studying on student visas are usually required to maintain a full-time enrolment in all semesters.
Any credits you receive may also impact your choice of subjects (units of study) during your course. If you receive specified credits for core (compulsory) units of study, then your choice of elective subjects will not be affected. If you receive unspecified credits then you will still be required to take any core units of study, and the credits will mean that you have less choice of elective units.
If you receive an offer of admission to the University of Sydney, you have an opportunity to accept or reject any credit that you may also have been offered.
How to apply for credit
- For some courses, you will automatically be considered for credit if your previous studies include subjects relevant to the course you have applied for.
- In all other circumstances, you should contact your Admissions Officer (their contact details will be provided to you shortly after your application has been received) and request credit consideration. You may need to provide further information about the subjects you have studies, including detailed course outlines, academic level of each subject, explanation of grading system and requirements of the previous degree course. Your Admissions Officer will advise you if you need to provide this information.