Visiting and cross-institutional study
You can study individual units without having to apply for and start a full QUT course.
I'm not enrolled in university: visiting students
If you're not at university, but want to study individual units for personal or professional development, you can apply as a visiting student.
I'm enrolled at another university: cross-institutional students
If you're enrolled in a course at another university, but want to study specific units at QUT as part of your course, you can apply as a cross-institutional student.
To apply to be a cross-institutional student, you need approval from your university (we call this your 'home institution'). This will ensure that you get credit for your QUT studies towards your course.
What can I study?
You can search for specific units, or find units based on the course they're part of. Units are listed in the 'course structures' section of course details.
To study some units you need to have completed particular subjects as prerequisites, or have a certain level of background knowledge (which we call 'assumed knowledge'). If you have any questions about this, contact the unit coordinator.
Certain units, such as Education practicums, are not open to non-QUT students. Check the unit information to find out whether units are open to visiting and cross-institutional students.
How much will it cost?
I'm a visiting student
You must pay full tuition fees up-front.
Your actual fees will vary depending on which units you enrol in. The cost is included in unit information.
I'm a cross-institutional student
Your fees will vary depending on:
- which units you enrol in
- whether you're a Commonwealth supported student or full fee tuition paying student.
If you're not sure what type of student you are, ask your home institution. They must also record this on your application form.
I'm a Commonwealth supported student
Check the student contribution amount in your unit information.
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP loan to help you pay your fees. If your application for cross-institutional study is accepted, you'll need to complete a HECS-HELP form before you can enrol in your units.
More information about HECS-HELP loans
I'm a full fee tuition paying student
Check the full fee tuition amount in your unit information.
You may be eligible for a FEE-HELP loan to help pay your tuition fees. If your application for cross-institutional study is accepted, you'll need to complete a FEE-HELP form before you can enrol in your units.
More information about FEE-HELP loans
How to apply
Submit a visiting or cross-institutional enrolment application form.
If you're a cross-institutional student, part of this form (Question 11) must be completed by an authorised tertiary officer at your home institution.
Visiting and cross-institutional enrolment application form (V form) (PDF file, 416.88 KB)
Supporting documents
The application form will tell you what supporting documents you need to supply.
You must supply original documents or certified copies so we can process your application.
If you'd like your original documents returned, provide a stamped self-addressed envelope.
When to apply
The deadlines for applying depend on when you're planning to start studying.
2012 dates
- SUM
201226 October 2012 - 2012/2013 Summer Program
On-time closing date for unit applications. Applications to study on an external basis or from sanctioned applicants will not be considered after this date.27 October 2012 - 9 November 20122012/2013 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.10 November 2012 - 16 November 20122012/2013 Summer Program
Very late applications for unit admission received on or between these dates will be considered with prior approval from the Unit Coordinator.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
- SUM1
201226 October 2012 -2012/2013 Summer Program
On-time closing date for unit applications. Applications to study on an external basis or from sanctioned applicants will not be considered after this date.
27 October 2012 - 9 November 20122012/2013 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications. - SUM2
20129 December 2011 -2011/2012 Summer Program
On-time closing date for unit applications.
10 December 2011 - 30 December 20112011/2012 Summer Program
Late applications for unit admission received on or between these dates will be considered.
If you're submitting a late application, you must pay a non-refundable $50 late application fee. Pay late application fees via QUTPay.
Applications to study on an external basis or from sanctioned applicants will not be considered after this date.
31 December 2011 - 6 January 20122011/2012 Summer Program
Very late applications for unit admission received on or between these dates will be considered with prior approval from the Unit Coordinator.
If you're submitting a late application, you must pay a non-refundable $50 late application fee. Pay late application fees via QUTPay.
No further applications accepted after this date.
7 December 2012 -2012/2013 Summer Program
On-time closing date for unit applications. Applications to study on an external basis or applications from sanctioned applicants will not be considered after this date.
8 December 2012 - 14 December 20122012/2013 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
2013 dates
- Semester 1
201318 January 2013 -On-time closing date for visiting and cross institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
19 January 2013 - 22 February 2013Final closing date - Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications. - Semester 2
201314 June 2013 -On-time closing date for visiting and cross institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
15 June 2013 - 19 July 2013Final closing date - Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications. - SUM
201325 October 2013 -2013/2014 Summer Program
On-time closing date for visiting and cross-institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
26 October 2013 - 15 November 20132013/2014 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
- SUM1
201325 October 2013 -2013/2014 Summer Program
On-time closing date for visiting and cross-institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
26 October 2013 - 8 November 20132013/2014 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
- SUM2
20137 December 2012 -2012/2013 Summer Program
On-time closing date for visiting and cross-institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
8 December 2012 - 14 December 20122012/2013 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
6 December 2013 -2013/2014 Summer Program
On-time closing date for visiting and cross-institutional unit applications. No applications will be accepted after this date for:
- external study
- sanctioned students
7 December 2013 - 13 December 20132013/2014 Summer Program
Late applications will be considered during this period.
A $50 non-refundable late application fee will be charged to your student account for late applications.
We do accept late applications for some units, but you may need to pay $50 late fee. Check the key dates for details.
What happens next?
We'll send you a letter to let you know we've received your application.
It usually takes us about three weeks to process applications from visiting or cross-institutional students.
We'll send you a letter to let you know if your application is successful. If it is, the letter will also let you know what you need to do to get started at QUT.
