Defer my offer

Deferring your offer or university studyMany students decide to defer their offer of a place at university for a number of reasons. If you are considering deferring your offer at CSU there are several options to consider.

What is deferring?

Deferring an offer allows you to delay the commencement of your course for up to two years. You might use this time to think about careers, earn money or travel. If you do defer an offer, you are guaranteed a place in that course the following year or intake.

How to defer your Offer

  • Step 1 - Confirm that your course can be deferred. Check the list below for courses that cannot be deferred
  • Step 2 - Go to Activate your CSU Login and answer the questions to activate your CSU Login
  • Step 3 - Defer your offer via the CSU Acceptance page
  • Step 4 - Complete the Deferment of Offer Form and return to the Admissions Office.

You are required to pay a refundable deferment fee. This fee will be refunded upon request once you have commenced the course or another course at CSU.

You will be advised in writing of the outcome of your deferment request.

Please note that deferments will be subject to course availability in the intake you request.

What courses cannot be deferred?

Courses that do not have the option to defer are:

Undergraduate courses:

  • Associate Degree in Policing Practice
  • Bachelor of Dental Science
  • Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy / Hygiene)
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science
  • Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours)
  • Diploma of General Studies

Postgraduate courses:

  • Graduate Certificate in Computing (Career Transition)
  • Graduate Certificate in Mobile Applications Development
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Implantology
  • Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology
  • Master of Psychology
  • Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
  • Doctor of Psychology (Forensic)
  • Master of Pharmacy
  • Master of Commerce (Honours)
  • Master of Computational Modelling
  • Graduate Diploma of Management (Professional Practice)

On campus international students should contact us for more information on deferment options.

How best to use your deferment time

There are many ways to use your deferment time to your best advantage:

Work experience in your industry of interest could give you a head start in your chosen field.

Travelling abroad may complement your CV by demonstrating initiative, and provide you with life experiences. This is often relevant for those students wishing to undertake a gap year. Visit CSU Global for more information.

Get a head start in your tertiary studies by taking a single subject, with some subjects providing credit towards your degree.

Ensure you have the skills you need for university study by completing a STUDY LINK subject. These include subjects like Introduction to Chemistry, Mathematics for the Sciences, and Writing at University.

Communicating with CSU

Throughout your deferment period, CSU will keep you in touch with what's happening at the University. Reminders regarding key dates will be sent to you to ensure a smooth transition to study at CSU. Don't forget you can contact us at any time.

Where to go next: 

Enquiry information

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Application closing dates

Application closing dates may apply. Applications may be considered after these dates where places remain available.

Fees and costs

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