Changing your subjects

Changing your subjects

We understand plans can change. If you need to adjust your enrolment - whether adding, swapping, or dropping a subject - Bond makes it simple. Here’s what you need to know.

When you can make changes

You can change your subjects in eStudent until the end of Week 2 of the semester. After this, you can still withdraw until census date (end of Week 4 for standard subjects). Check the academic calendar for exact dates.

You must enrol in your subjects on or before the census date for the semester or teaching period you're studying in.

You can add or swap subjects until the Last Enrolment date, which is two weeks before the census date for standard subjects. Intensive and non-standard subjects will differ—check individual subject pages for specific dates listed under Subject Outlines.

Census date is the deadline to finalise your enrolment. You cannot add subjects after census date. Any withdrawals after census will incur the full financial penalty. More information about census dates →

After the Last Enrolment date, you cannot add or swap subjects via your Study Plan and must apply to change your enrolment. Written approval from the Lead Educator and the Student Affairs and Service Quality (SASQ) Manager of your Faculty is required. Approval is not routinely provided, you’ll need to explain why you couldn’t enrol before the deadline.

What happens next

Your application to change enrolment will not be approved if:

  • The Lead Educator does not approve your enrolment.
  • The Faculty SASQ Manager does not approve your enrolment.
  • You have sanctions on your Bond student account.
  • The subject is full.
  • The subject clashes with your existing enrolment. 
     

How to change your subjects

Log in to MyBond and go to eStudent. 

To change your subjects; you need to use the withdrawal process.

  1. Choose My study tile, then to Manage my program for your selected program
  2. Choose Withdraw from a subject located in the left menu
  3. Select the check button you wish to withdraw from
  4. Confirm the withdrawal
  5. Go back to Manage my program to add another subject

If you’re dropping a subject, follow the same process and check your enrolment confirmation.

Read the Enrolment page for full instructions on using your Study Plan in eStudent.

Adding subjects after the deadline

To add a subject after the Last Enrolment date and before census, you’ll need written permission from the subject Lead Educator. Forward this approval to Student Assist at [email protected] for consideration.

 

Withdrawing from subjects

If you need to withdraw from a subject, you can do this in eStudent. Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions:

Enrolment Portal - Withdraw from Subject

Withdrawals for standard subjects can be made via eStudent until census date (end of Week 4). For non-standard subjects, check the individual subject page for specific dates under Subject Outlines.

If you want to withdraw after census, email Student Assist [email protected] to request withdrawal. International student visa holders must seek approval from the International Student Team Coordinator before withdrawing and provide supporting documentation and a personal statement.

Before you withdraw, make sure you understand how it might affect your enrolment, grades, or fees. Refer to the academic calendar. You may still have to pay fees for subjects you withdraw from.

When can I withdraw from subjects?

You can withdraw at any point, up until the end of the teaching period (normally Week 12) before the examination period.  Please note that academic and/or financial penalties may apply. Refer to the Academic Calendar.

Check the key dates for withdrawing from subjects

Make sure you find the right dates for your semester or teaching period. Key dates for standard subjects can be found in the Academic Calendar. Dates specific to your subject can be found via your eStudent home page.

How do I withdraw from subjects?

Up until the teaching census date for your subject, you can withdraw via your Study Plan in eStudent.

How do I withdraw from subjects if I am a Study abroad or exchange student

You can withdraw from subjects via your Study Plan in eStudent. You can also enrol in different subjects, as long as they are listed on your Bond Study Plan.

If you want to enrol in a unit that isn't on your Study Plan, you must:

  • request approval from the Study Abroad and Exchange Office
  • contact our Study Abroad and Exchange Office, who will add the new unit to your Study Plan.
Will withdrawing from subjects affect my grades?

Whether withdrawing from subjects will affect your grades depends on whether you withdraw before or after the final date to withdraw without academic penalty.

The key dates for withdrawing from subjects tell you when you can withdraw with and without academic penalty. Make sure you look at the right dates for the semester or teaching period you're enrolled in.

If you withdraw before the Teaching census date

The subject will be removed from your record.

If you withdraw from subjects on or after the Withdrawal - Financial date but before the Withdraw - Academic date

Your result for these subjects will be recorded as 'W - Withdrawn'. These subjects won't count towards your grade point average (GPA) and will appear on your official academic record.

If you withdraw from subjects after the Withdrawal - Academic date

Your result for these subjects will be recorded as ' WF - Withdrawn  Fail. These subjects will count towards your grade point average (GPA) and will appear on your official academic record.

Do I have to pay fees for subjects I withdraw from?

Whether you have to pay fees for subjects you withdraw from depends on whether you withdraw before or after the final date to withdraw without penalty, which we call the census date.

The key dates for withdrawing from subjects tell you when you can withdraw with and without financial penalty. Make sure you look at the right dates for the semester or teaching period you're enrolled in.

Study Abroad Students

You must still pay fees if you withdraw from subjects.

If you withdrew from subjects before the final date

If you withdraw from subjects before the final date to withdraw without financial penalty (census date), you won't have to pay fees for those subjects, and they won't count towards your FEE-HELP balances.  

If you withdraw from subjects after the final date

If you withdraw from subjects after the final date to withdraw without financial penalty (teaching census date), you will have to pay for those subjects.

Withdrawing due to special circumstances

If you have experienced special circumstances beyond your control which impacted your subject(s) for the current or previous semester, you may be eligible to apply for withdrawal without academic and/or financial penalty to have your academic fail grade and/or tuition fees reversed.

Important conditions

  • Changes after census date may have financial and academic implications.
  • Review your program structure and sequence before making major changes.
  • Contact Student Assist for advice before making changes. 

 

Important information for international students

International students must maintain an enrolment program that allows them to complete their degree within the timeframe of their Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE). Changing your enrolment may affect your visa requirements.

Study abroad and exchange students must enrol in 30 credit points of internal (on-campus) subjects each semester.

For more information, visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Need help?

If you have questions or need guidance, contact Student Assist.

Student Assist is a support unit located within the Main Library that can connect you with any assistance you may need. The team can provide personalised advice on all aspects of student administration at any stage of your university journey, and connect you with specialised help. 

In person: Located in the Main Library - head straight from the entrance and look for the Information sign near the computer area.

Office opening hours: 8.30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

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