HECS (Commonwealth Supported Places)

Following changes in Government policy in 1997 students commencing a postgraduate coursework program will pay fees rather than HECS. In 2008 some new students will be permitted to undertake their studies in a HECS liable place. There will be a limited number of these places which will be made available on the basis of equity considerations (financial circumstances).

Students will pay Differential HECS at the rate applicable in 2008. The rate for Band 1 is $5,095 per annum.

To be eligible to apply:

• you should be receiving the basic rate of income support from Centrelink or the Department of Veterans Affairs for the financial year 1/7/2006 - 30/6/2007. (You will be required to supply a Statement of benefits received for the above period from Centrelink)

or

• your taxable income for the financial year 1/7/2006 - 30/6/2007 will be at or less than the HECS repayment threshold ($39,825 per annum). You will be required to provide your Tax Assessment Notice for the above period from the Australian Taxation Office.

Note: If you are receiving AUSTUDY/ABSTUDY, a Tax Assessment Notice from the Australian Taxation Office must also be submitted.

Please complete the application form, attach the required documentation, and return to the Faculty of Arts by 11/1/2008.