Cross institutional study

Bond students have the opportunity to broaden their learning by studying subjects at other universities while remaining enrolled at Bond. This option can help you access specialist subjects not offered at Bond and expand your academic experience.

Before you apply

Cross-institutional study is subject to approval and must align with your Bond program requirements. You must talk to your Enrolment Advisor and get their approval. They will assess whether the study is appropriate, and confirm whether you'll receive credit towards your Bond degree.

If you are completing the subject in your final semester, it may prevent you from attending the graduation ceremony.

Before applying:

  • Review your program structure and sequence to ensure the subject fits your degree.
  • Confirm the subject is not offered at Bond in the same semester.
  • Check the academic calendar for key dates.
  • Speak with your Faculty Student Centre or Student Assist for advice.

  • If you're an Australian citizen or permanent visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen, make sure you don't exceed the equivalent of a full-time study load for a semester: 40 credit points (or equivalent) combined across Bond and the other university.

    If you don't have any Bond subjects to study during that semester or teaching period, you must apply for a leave of absence.

    What if I have a tuition fee paying place at Bond?
    If you have a tuition fee paying place at Bond, you may be eligible to apply for Commonwealth assistance at the other university. This would mean you could use a FEE-HELP loan to pay all or part of your fees for the subjects you study at the other university.

    Contact the other university for more information.

  • If you hold a student visa, you're required to complete your program within the timeframe specified in your electronic confirmation of enrolment (eCOE). So it's important that you take on a full-time study load.

    Receiving credit for studies at another university may shorten your program at Bond.   You must make sure you maintain an enrolment load that will mean you can complete your program within the new specified duration.

If you're an Australian citizen or permanent visa holder, or a New Zealand citizen, make sure you don't exceed the equivalent of a full-time study load for a semester: 40 credit points (or equivalent) combined across Bond and the other university.

If you don't have any Bond subjects to study during that semester or teaching period, you must apply for a leave of absence.

What if I have a tuition fee paying place at Bond?
If you have a tuition fee paying place at Bond, you may be eligible to apply for Commonwealth assistance at the other university. This would mean you could use a FEE-HELP loan to pay all or part of your fees for the subjects you study at the other university.

Contact the other university for more information.

Eligibility

You may be eligible if:

  • You are currently enrolled in a Bond program.
  • The subject you wish to study is equivalent in content and credit points to a Bond subject.
  • You have met all prerequisites for the subject. 

Approval is not guaranteed and depends on academic standing, subject availability, program requirements and VISA compliance.

How to apply

  1. Complete the Cross-Institutional Study Application Form (available via MyBond).
  2. Provide subject outline. You can simply send us the links from the institution website. Please note that we do not accept Word documents.
  3. Submit the form to Student Assist for review and approval.
  4. Wait for confirmation before enrolling at the other institution

Receive advanced standing/credit towards your Bond degree

If you want to claim credit /advanced standing for the subjects you study at another university towards your Bond degree, do not enrol in equivalent Bond subjects.

When you've successfully completed (passed) the subjects at the other university, you'll need to apply for credit towards your Bond program.

You will need an official academic transcript from the other university.

Credit at Bond

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

Quick links

MyBond Portal

Program finder

Program structure and sequence

Academic calendar