Enrolment variations

This page provides information on study extensions, suspensions, withdrawals and cancellations. You’ll also find the relevant forms and procedures for changing courses or campuses within TAFE NSW, or transferring to another education provider.

The Extension of Study Form is used to apply for an extension to your course duration. Extensions are only approved in limited circumstances and must be supported by valid reasons.

Use these forms to apply for a temporary break from your studies. Leave is only granted in compassionate or compelling circumstances and must be formally approved.

• Complete the Suspension of Study Form - English Courses if you’re an international student currently enrolled in an English course at TAFE NSW.
• Complete the Suspension of Study Form - Vocational Courses if you’re an international student and currently enrolled in a vocational course at TAFE NSW.
• Complete the Withdrawal and Interruption Application Form - Higher Education Courses if you’re an international student and currently enrolled in a higher education course at TAFE NSW.
• The International Student Management Procedure includes information about temporary suspension of your studies.

If you’re currently enrolled as an international student and want to apply to change to a different course at TAFE NSW, you’ll need to submit a Transfer into Another TAFE NSW Course Form.

Your request will be assessed based on your eligibility and whether a place is available in the course.

If you’re currently enrolled as an international student and want to request to transfer to a different TAFE NSW campus, you’ll need to submit the correct form based on your course type.

• Transfer of TAFE NSW Location Form - Vocational Courses
• Campus Transfer Application Form - Higher Education Courses

Approval depends on course availability.

The Transfer of Education Provider Form is for international students seeking to transfer to another education provider. Transfers must meet the conditions set out in the ESOS Act 2000 and National Code 2018.

Please also refer to our International Student Transfer of Education Providers Procedure.

Use these forms to apply for withdrawal or cancellation of your enrolment.

• Complete the Cancellation of Enrolment Form - English courses if you’re an international student currently enrolled in an English course at TAFE NSW.
• Complete the Cancellation of Enrolment Form - Vocational courses if you’re an international student currently enrolled in a vocational course at TAFE NSW.
• Complete the Withdrawal and Interruption Application Form - Higher Education Courses if you’re an international student currently enrolled in a higher education course at TAFE NSW.
• The International Student Management Procedure includes information about cancellation of enrolment.

At TAFE NSW we ensure every international student has the support of an International Customer Experience Coordinator. They can help you in accessing the right support services or with any questions you may have.

You can also check out our international student frequently asked questions.