Applications

Please follow steps 1-5 below before your submitting your CAP course application, as outlined in Step 6.

Step 1: choose your subjects

Choose your single study subjects from the University Handbook. Each subject entry in our Handbook provides detailed information including whether your chosen subjects are available for CAP study.

This example shows where you will find information you will require for your application - Subject name and code, location, level, available study periods (availability) and whether it is a quota subject.

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If the subject you have selected is available for single subject study, ‘Available through the Community Access Program’ will be stated in the Further Information section entry of the Handbook. If this section is not visible, the subject is not available for single subject study.

Not all subjects are available for single subject study or as part of CAP. Some subjects also have quotas and many have strict application deadlines.

Learn more about single subject availability

Find out about Single subject fees and payments

Step 2: check ‘Date and Times’ to find the study period and check the application deadline

Once you have checked that the subject you'd like to study is available via CAP, you can find out teaching dates and available study periods in the ‘Dates and Times’ section of the Handbook.

Some subjects are offered in more than one study period and may be available in multiple course intakes. You will need to select the correct course intake and specify the study period within the application. If the subject study period listed in the handbook does not exactly match one of the standard semester intakes, please make note of the teaching start date and use this to select the correct course intake as indicated in the table below.

For example, the subject below was offered in several study periods in 2023 and the January availability is shown below. The first teaching date of this subject was 30 January which falls in the teaching rate for Summer so to apply for this subject in 2023, the course intake to select was Summer 2023 and the January study period would be indicated within the application.

Please note also:

• The above closing dates are for standard study periods. You must also apply at least 10 working days before the commencement of teaching or any compulsory pre-reading period for all subjects selected, which may be earlier than this date.
• Quota subjects may also have earlier closing dates. Refer to the relevant subject entry in the University Handbook and ensure that you apply by the required deadline for quota subjects and meet any other requirements listed.
• Please make note of the enrolment deadline (last date to self-enrol) and census date for your subject(s) as it may not be possible to enrol late in some subjects, and it is not possible to change your enrolment from assessed to non-assessed mode after the census date.  Students are expected to read all information published in the handbook for their subject and plan their study accordingly.

• Subject to the above caveats, late applications may be accepted provided there is sufficient time for processing and where all required information and approvals are provided, although there is no guarantee that you will receive an outcome if you apply late.
• Applications should not be submitted until the Handbook is published for the relevant year as subjects may change from year to year.  This is usually in the second week of November the preceding year. Applications submitted prior to this will be placed on hold and assessed once the handbook has been published.

• Late applications for summer subjects commencing prior to 5 January 2024 cannot be considered due to the end of year closure period and must be submitted by the above deadline (10 December).  Current University of Melbourne students considering enrolling in summer CAP subjects should not wait for prior subject results to be released before applying but may not receive an offer until after results are released.

Step 3: choose your mode of study

You can apply to study single subjects in an assessed or non-assessed mode.

If you're applying for enabling study, you'll need to specify you're seeking an Enabling offer in your application (in the 'Purpose for Study' section). Your single study subjects must be CAP approved and completed in an assessed mode.

Please note: you'll need to provide the course name and course code, or the website address, which shows the subjects needed to meet your enabling study prerequisites.

Learn more about study modes

Step 4: determine the course code

Next, you'll need to select the correct course code for each single study subject in your application. Course codes are determined based on level of tertiary study (undergraduate or graduate) and mode of study (assessed or non-assessed).

Which course code do I apply for?

Use the table below to check which course code you need to apply for in your online application:

Please note: if you are applying for both undergraduate and graduate subjects you'll need to submit separate applications for each subject level.

Step 5: check eligibility

Prerequisites and other entry requirements

You don't need to be a university student to study single subjects. Single study subjects may help you to meet subject prerequisites and other entry requirements for tertiary study.

Eligibility and entry requirements for our courses are listed in the ‘Eligibility and Requirements’ tab of your chosen subject in the University Handbook.

It's also a good idea to check the ‘Recommended background knowledge’ and ‘Core participation requirements’ sections in the Handbook for your preferred course. While not required for eligibility, they may help you determine your likelihood of successfully completing the subject.

There are special conditions to be aware of when applying for single study subjects to enable your tertiary course application.

Learn more about bridging and enabling studies

University of Melbourne students

University of Melbourne students who undertake CAP study concurrently with an award program, must not exceed a total study load of 50 points for a half-year period; unless approved to overload by student services at Stop 1.

You must apply to overload your studies via our Enrolment Variation form and ensure you meet the enrolment overloading eligibility requirements.

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Credit for single subject study will not be granted towards your current award course.

If you are an international student, please note that student visa holders cannot extend the duration of their course as a result of undertaking CAP study.

International applicants

Enrolling in single subjects is conditional on having the right visa from the Department of Home Affairs. If you hold an Australian visa, please check whether undertaking single subject CAP study is allowed under your current Australian visa conditions.

You can check your visa entitlements through Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO). If you have concerns, contact Student Visa Support.

Step 6: apply online

Apply online for single subjects

In your application:

• Search and apply for the relevant course code (please refer to Step 4)
• Choose the study period you're applying for (please refer to Step 2)
• Enter all details about the subject you’re applying for (including the subject code and name). If you’re applying for more than one subject, click 'Add answer' to enter more details. If you're applying for undergraduate and graduate subjects, you'll need to complete separate applications
• If you're applying for enabling study, you must clearly indicate you're seeking an Enabling offer in the section 'Purpose for Study'. For more information, see bridging and enabling studies
• Attach any secondary school results, academic transcripts or work experience details if required to satisfy requirements
• Check all details, agree to the terms and conditions and submit your application.

You must use the subject entry in the University Handbook to help you complete your online application.

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Step 7: wait for your outcome

If you meet all entry requirements, we'll email you directly with an offer for single subject study. You'll need to accept and enrol in the subject within the set deadline, or fees may apply.

Learn more about Offers and Enrolments