This page was updated on 23 January 2025.
The undergraduate certificate is a higher education qualification that was introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It allows students to complete a credible qualification from trusted Australian universities without prior study experience in just six months, before choosing to graduate or use this as credit towards a bachelor degree.
Late last year, the government took the opportunity to review the qualification, to discern whether it continued to meet the needs of Australians.
Good news: undergraduate certificates are here to stay
It has been decided by the Australian Government that the undergraduate certificate will continue to be offered in 2025 and beyond.
What does this mean for me?
If you’re part-way through an undergraduate certificate
If you are currently studying an undergraduate certificate, you can continue to study your course as intended without the time constraints previously communicated as a result of the Australian Government review.
If you plan to enrol in an undergraduate certificate
Great choice! Undergraduate certificates are a fantastic avenue for students looking to start without entry requirements and graduate quickly. Find out more about the benefits of undergraduate certificates, and browse what’s available.
If you already have an undergraduate certificate
Your qualification is still valid and will continue to be.
If you’re studying an undergraduate certificate as a pathway to a degree
You can continue to study as intended and apply your subject credits to a related degree.
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