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Defer your offer
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Starting university is a big step, and many students feel uncertain before their first teaching period. If you're not sure you're ready, that's completely normal.
If you choose to defer your offer to study at Monash University, you’re still guaranteed a place – you’re just choosing to delay starting your course.
We’ll guide you through your options and the deferral process. To begin, just select the type of student you are.
Australian locations
Domestic coursework student For domestic students starting a Monash University course in Australia.
International coursework students For international students starting a Monash University course in Australia.
Research students
If you’re enrolled in a research degree (e.g., PhD, MRes) at Monash University, Australia, you should contact the Monash Graduate Research Office (MGRO) for start dates and deferral information.
Other locations
If you’re studying at a Monash University campus outside Australia, you’ll find the deferral information you need below.
Monash University, Malaysia If you're a Monash University, Malaysia student, check the defer or change your course page for information on deferring your course offer.
Monash University, Indonesia If you’re studying at Monash University, Indonesia, you’ll need to contact mi.admissions@monash.edu for deferral information.