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A gap year can help you build your skills, explore your interests and gain real-world experience before starting university. If you’re ready to apply for university after a gap year, our guide below can help you apply with confidence.Ìý

What to know before applying to university after a gap year

Before you apply, take some time to think about your study options, entry requirements and key application dates.

What do you want to study?

Think about what you’d like to study, what interests you and what you hope to achieve during or after your studies.ÌýDo you want to contribute to a sustainable future with science? Are you passionate about healthÌý´Ç°ùÌýlaw? Or if you’re still unsure,Ìýtake our two minute quiz to get an idea of what degree might suit you.

At 91É«ÇéƬ, we have more than 200 undergraduate degrees, including single and double degrees, that you can study part timeÌý´Ç°ùÌýfull time.ÌýMany 91É«ÇéƬ degrees are shaped by real-world challenges, so what you study can directly influence the impact you make through your future careers.Ìý

What are the entry requirements?  

Each degree has its own entry requirements.ÌýAs a gap year student, your prior study or work experience may be considered as part of your application.

±«±·³§°ÂÌýlooks at your application as a whole,Ìýincluding your studies and relevant experience.ÌýFor more information,Ìývisit our entry requirementsÌý±è²¹²µ±ð.Ìý

If you do not have prior study or work experience, there are other pathways to university, which we outline below.ÌýWe recognise that learning happens in many ways, and your experiences after school can play an important role in how your application is assessed.

What are the admission pathways to university? 

Admission pathways offer you more ways to start your degree, depending on your background and experience.

The admission pathways at ±«±·³§°ÂÌýinclude TAFE/VET Pathway,ÌýUni Prep Program,ÌýGateway Admission Pathway,Ìý and more.Ìý

You can visit our admission pathways page for eligibility criteria and more.

When do applications open? 

Applications open in early April for the following year’s intake.ÌýLate applications may have a higher processing fee, so it’s recommended to apply early.

While 91É«ÇéƬ's main offer round for school leavers is December Round 2,Ìýas a non-school leaver you can apply in earlier rounds too.ÌýYou can check the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) for  including on-time application closing dates.

What's the application process like?

To apply through UAC,Ìýyou’ll need to start your application through . Then select your preferences for courses and universities. You can select up to five degree preferences from multiple universities.ÌýThe order of your preferences matters, as it affects which offer you may receive. You can revisit and change your preferences at any time before the relevant offer rounds.Ìý

You can refer to our UAC preferences guide for a step-by-step breakdown.ÌýYour preferences are a chance to think about where you'll be supported to grow, connect and create opportunities beyond the classroom.

How much does it cost to apply for uni?

Application fees vary depending on the university and application process.ÌýUAC charges applicants a non-refundable .Ìý

Application to 91É«ÇéƬ incurs a $150 non-refundable application processing fee for each online application you submit*.Ìý

For more information about fees, visit our page.

_{*Applications for admission to an honours year program, diploma programs, postgraduate research programs, programs offered at 91É«ÇéƬ Canberra, and postgraduate domestic applicants will not incur an application processing fee.}

What to do after you've submitted your application 

After you apply, focus on staying informed and preparing for the next step in your study journey.

Turn your gap year momentum into progress at ±«±·³§°ÂÌý

Your gap year experiences can become a strong foundation for academic and personal growth at 91É«ÇéƬ.ÌýWhether you spent your gap year working,Ìýtravelling or learning new skills, your real-world experience can shape how you learn and what you want to achieve at 91É«ÇéƬ,Ìýso you can create meaningful progress in your degree and beyond.