Applying for leave or resigning from your program

Taking a leave of absence

A Leave of Absence is a temporary break from studying. Once you have completed one or more subjects in your enrolled program, you can apply for a Leave of Absence.

A Leave of Absence can be taken as either six or twelve months. The maximum amount of leave you can take during your program is twelve months. Please note, you must submit your application before the relevant census date.

To apply for a Leave of Absence, you should complete the form link HERE.

Once your Leave of Absence is approved, we will send a confirmation to your student email.

Returning to study after your leave of absence

To resume studies after a Leave of Absence, students must email Student Advisor Team at least 1 month before the start date of the new course / semester.

They will guide you through the necessary procedures. It is important to follow the instructions and enroll in subjects on the same date continuing students finalize their enrolments.

Students who have not returned within the specified timeframe after having approved leave will be regarded as having abandoned their program. In this situation, students must re-apply according to the normal application process and policy at that intake.

Resigning from your program

Resigning from your program is ceasing study and means you won't be a Western Sydney University student. Before resigning, you must email to Student Advisor Team to get advice. You may also find it helpful to discuss your options with them.

Make sure you lodge your application (link HERE) before the term census date to avoid academic and financial penalty.

Want to reapply after you have resigned?

If you have officially resigned from your studies at Western Sydney University, you must apply directly through the Admission Centre for readmission.