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Census Dates

The census date is important because it is the deadline for:

  • Finalising your units and course enrolment details
  • Completing and submitting a Request for Commonwealth Assistance Form for VET Fee-HELP, Fee-HELP or HECS-HELP
  • Providing a Tax File Number if you have requested a VET Fee-HELP, HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP (if not already provided)
  • Providing proof of citizenship if requested

Census dates are relevant to the following courses:

  • TAFE Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma courses*
  • Undergraduate courses
  • Postgraduate courses

* TAFE Certificates have different withdrawal and refund rules. Please refer to TAFE Fees - Refund Rules / Amending Your Enrolment


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