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Maximum time to complete your program

You must complete your program of study within the allocated timeframe.Ìý

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What is the maximum time to complete?

For undergraduate and cross-career dual award programs, the maximum time to complete is "2n+2 years" where "n" equals the normal full-time duration of the program in years.

For example, the maximum time to complete a three-year full-time program would be eight years (2 x 3 years + 2 years = 8 years).Ìý
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Typical full-time duration of program Maximum time to complete
3 years 8 years
4 years 10 years
5 years 12 years

For postgraduate coursework programs, the maximum time to complete is 10 years.Ìý

Faculties may specify a shorter or longer maximum time to complete a program. This will be published in the program rules for your program. For example, the maximum time to complete the Juris Doctor (JD) program is eight years and the maximum time to complete the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Doctor of Medicine (BMed/MD) program is 10 years.

Check the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Course Handbook to determine the typical full-time duration of your program.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The maximum time to complete a program is calculated from the first day of the first teaching period for the program you are enrolled in.Ìý

    All absences (both approved and unapproved) and any Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are included in this calculation.Ìý

    If you are granted RPL (sometimes known as credit or advanced standing) towards your program, the normal full-time duration of your program used in the maximum time to complete calculation will be reduced on a pro rata basis to the nearest term or semester.Ìý

    For example, if you are admitted to a three-year undergraduate program with one year RPL, the maximum time to complete the program will be:

    2 x 2 years + 2 years = 6 years.Ìý

  • If you are at risk of not completing your program within the maximum time to complete, you should meet with an academic advisor from your Program Authority to develop an action plan for completing your program.Ìý
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    After the release of results at the end of term, you will receive an email requesting that you meet with an academic advisor if you:

    • Are 50% of the way through the maximum time to complete but have yet to complete 50% of the program requirements
    • Are 75% of the way through the maximum time to complete but have yet to complete 75% of the program requirements
    • Have exceeded the maximum time to complete and have not completed your program requirements.

    It is important to meet with your academic advisor no later than the end of Week 3 of the following term. Ideally, you should meet by the end of Week 1.Ìý

  • If you exceed the maximum time to complete, you will not be permitted to re-enrol in your program until you have met with your Program Authority and agreed on a realistic timeline for completion.Ìý

    If you do not meet the agreed timeline for completion, or if you are not granted an extension by your Program Authority, your enrolment will be .Ìý

  • Yes, you have the right to appeal the termination of your program enrolment to the Re-Enrolment Appeal Committee.Ìý

    If your enrolment is terminated, you will be provided with information on how to appeal and the deadline by which you must submit your appeal.Ìý

    If your enrolment is terminated, you cannot apply for re-admission or internal program transfer to the same program at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ. You can, however, apply for admission to a different program and apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.Ìý

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