University Two semesters* early March to late November Undergraduate Postgraduate (coursework) beginning of the year Doctoral Degree Postgraduate (research) may negotiate an alternative starting date with the study supervisor Foundation studies several intakes during the year Certain courses mid-year enrolment (around July) * Some universities offer a trimester system and/or run summer schools from December to February.

Vocational Education and Training TAFE Institutes February to December Half-day to full-time courses most courses beginning of the year some courses have a mid-year intake English language training, business and other private institutions January to December short break during Christmas-New Year commencement throughout the year   Schools Four terms January/early February, April, July and Oct Monday to Friday generally 9 am to 3.30 pm Note: Some schools may have semesters/terms that differ to this, please check direct with the school.   English Language Training full-time course, 4–48 weeks throughout the year