Australian university deadlines
July 2027 intake deadlines for Australian universities
105 sourced application dates across 53 Australian universities, undergraduate and postgraduate. Courses in this intake start in July 2027.
All dates last checked against the university’s own admissions page on the date shown in each row. Guidance around the table last reviewed .
What changed
- 3 September 2026. Page published. Deadline rows in the table below carry their own last-checked date; this log tracks changes to the guidance around them.
- February 2026. The offshore refusal rate for higher education student visa applications reached about 32.5 percent, the highest monthly level in roughly two decades. Build in more time and a stronger evidence file for a July 2027 lodgement.
- January 2026. India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan were moved to student-visa Evidence Level 3, the highest tier, meaning more documentation upfront and generally slower processing.
- 14 November 2025. Ministerial Direction 115 replaced MD 111 and added a third processing tier for offshore student visas. The university you apply to now decides whether processing starts in weeks or months.
July is the smaller of the two Australian intakes. Semester 2 courses start in July 2027, and not every course takes a mid-year entry, so the first thing to confirm is that your course actually runs in Semester 2. A few universities, including the University of Sydney and the Australian National University, publish a firm international closing date in May 2027. Most others assess applications as they arrive and close a course once it is full.
The table below is built from our deadline dataset and shows, per university and study level, either the firm date or the recommended apply-by date, with the day each row was last checked against the university's own key-dates page. For a July start, aim to have applications in by around March 2027, and earlier for postgraduate coursework and competitive courses.
Is the July 2027 intake right for you?
July (Semester 2) suits you if a February start would mean a rushed application or thin financial evidence, if you are finishing a qualification in late 2026 or early 2027, or if you missed the Semester 1 cut-off. The extra months are often the difference between a weak application and a strong one.
The trade-offs: fewer courses take a mid-year intake, some structured programs (parts of medicine, some engineering and education degrees) only start in February, scholarship rounds can be smaller, and you may join a course slightly out of the standard unit sequence. Check that your specific course and any scholarship you want are open for Semester 2 before you commit to the timeline.
Considering the other intake instead? See the February 2027 intake deadlines.
When to start: the timeline
By January 2027
Shortlist courses and sit your English test
Confirm each course runs in Semester 2 2027, is open to international students, and is CRICOS registered. Book IELTS or PTE early.
January to March 2027
Submit applications
Apply before any firm closing date, and as early as you can where admission is rolling. Postgraduate coursework and competitive courses close first.
February to May 2027
Compare offers, accept, pay the deposit
Offers arrive on a rolling basis. Accepting and paying the tuition deposit triggers your Confirmation of Enrolment.
March to May 2027
Lodge your student visa (subclass 500)
Lodge as soon as you hold the Confirmation of Enrolment. Which university you apply to sets how fast processing starts, and offshore refusal rates are elevated, so lodge early with complete evidence.
May to July 2027
Arrange OSHC, money, flights and housing
Buy Overseas Student Health Cover for the full visa period, plan the transfer of funds, and book temporary accommodation for your first week or two.
July 2027
Semester 2 starts
Attend orientation, complete enrolment, and give your university a residential address within seven days of arriving, which is a student visa condition.
Application deadlines by university
Each row is either a firm international closing date or, where a university assesses applications on a rolling basis, the recommended date to apply by. Universities that run terms or trimesters rather than semesters (for example Bond and UNSW) are not listed here; see the full calendar for those.
| University | Level | Apply by | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide University | Graduate | RollingOPENAdelaide University asks international postgraduate coursework applicants to apply at least six weeks before the Semester 2 start; there is no fixed deadline and some programs close early. Confirm current dates directly. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | RollingOPENAdelaide University asks international applicants to apply at least six weeks before the Semester 2 (July) start; there is no fixed deadline, later applications are assessed case by case, and not every program runs mid-year. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Australian Catholic University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Catholic University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. ACU recommends submitting a full international application at least 12 weeks before your start date. Applications for some campuses also run through QTAC, UAC or VTAC. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Catholic University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. ACU recommends submitting a full international application at least 12 weeks before your start date. Applications for some campuses also run through QTAC, UAC or VTAC. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Australian Institute of Business | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Institute of Business assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Institute of Business assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Australian Institute of Business. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Australian Institute of Music | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Institute of Music assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Pathway and foundation programs often run extra intakes through the year; confirm the next start with Australian Institute of Music. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Institute of Music assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGAustralian Institute of Music assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Australian Institute of Music. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Australian National University | Graduate | May 15, 2027UPCOMINGClosing date for international postgraduate applications for Semester 2 2027, published by ANU. Crawford School of Public Policy programs close on 15 April 2027. ANU does not accept late international applications. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | May 15, 2027UPCOMINGClosing date for international applications for Semester 2 2027, published by ANU. Not every program runs a mid-year intake. ANU does not accept late international applications. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Avondale University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGAvondale University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGAvondale University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Avondale University. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Box Hill Institute | Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGBox Hill Institute assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Box Hill Institute. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Charles Darwin University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGCharles Darwin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. CDU has several international application closing dates each semester; apply as early as you can, as earlier applications get an offer sooner. Most CDU international students apply through an authorised agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGCharles Darwin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. CDU has several international application closing dates each semester; apply as early as you can, as earlier applications get an offer sooner. Most CDU international students apply through an authorised agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Charles Sturt University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGCharles Sturt University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Charles Sturt publishes standard international cut-off dates per session (around mid-January for a Session 1 start), with earlier dates for some courses such as onshore Nursing. Check the date for your course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGCharles Sturt University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Charles Sturt publishes standard international cut-off dates per session (around mid-January for a Session 1 start), with earlier dates for some courses such as onshore Nursing. Check the date for your course. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| CQUniversity Australia | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGCQUniversity Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. CQUniversity recommends applying at least three months before your preferred term to leave time for an offer, a Confirmation of Enrolment and a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGCQUniversity Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. CQUniversity recommends applying at least three months before your preferred term to leave time for an offer, a Confirmation of Enrolment and a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Curtin University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGCurtin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Curtin closes international applications 10 weeks before the start date for applicants from higher visa-scrutiny countries and 4 weeks before for everyone else (2 weeks if you already hold a subclass 500 visa in Australia). Quota courses in health close earlier, and an offer is not guaranteed close to the deadline. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGCurtin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Curtin closes international applications 10 weeks before the start date for applicants from higher visa-scrutiny countries and 4 weeks before for everyone else (2 weeks if you already hold a subclass 500 visa in Australia). Quota courses in health close earlier, and an offer is not guaranteed close to the deadline. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Deakin University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGDeakin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Deakin runs three trimesters, starting in March, July and November, and sets closing dates by intake and by country to allow visa-processing time. Apply early and check your course page. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGDeakin University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Deakin runs three trimesters, starting in March, July and November, and sets closing dates by intake and by country to allow visa-processing time. Apply early and check your course page. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Edith Cowan University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGEdith Cowan University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. ECU international application deadlines vary by course; apply as early as you can. Applicants from a number of higher visa-scrutiny countries must apply through an ECU authorised agent rather than directly. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGEdith Cowan University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. ECU international application deadlines vary by course; apply as early as you can. Applicants from a number of higher visa-scrutiny countries must apply through an ECU authorised agent rather than directly. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Federation University Australia | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGFederation University Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Federation University uses standard international cut-off dates for most courses, with earlier deadlines for some courses and for genuine-student documents, acceptance and payment. Search your course to confirm. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGFederation University Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Federation University uses standard international cut-off dates for most courses, with earlier deadlines for some courses and for genuine-student documents, acceptance and payment. Search your course to confirm. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Flinders University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGFlinders University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Flinders recommends applying no later than 12 weeks before your intended start date, to allow for the pre-visa assessment and any scholarship deadlines. Limited-intake courses have their own deadlines. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGFlinders University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Flinders recommends applying no later than 12 weeks before your intended start date, to allow for the pre-visa assessment and any scholarship deadlines. Limited-intake courses have their own deadlines. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Greenwich College | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGGreenwich College assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Pathway and foundation programs often run extra intakes through the year; confirm the next start with Greenwich College. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Griffith University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGGriffith University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Griffith runs three trimesters, starting in March, July and November, and takes applications year-round. Some programs have their own deadlines, and research degrees close about eight weeks before the intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGGriffith University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Griffith runs three trimesters, starting in March, July and November, and takes applications year-round. Some programs have their own deadlines, and research degrees close about eight weeks before the intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Holmes Institute | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGHolmes Institute assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGHolmes Institute assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Holmes Institute. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| International College of Management, Sydney | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGInternational College of Management, Sydney assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGInternational College of Management, Sydney assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with International College of Management, Sydney. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| James Cook University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGJames Cook University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. JCU sets international application due dates by country and region, and capped courses (Physiotherapy closes 30 September, plus Dentistry and Veterinary Science) have firm earlier dates. Apply as early as possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGJames Cook University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. JCU sets international application due dates by country and region, and capped courses (Physiotherapy closes 30 September, plus Dentistry and Veterinary Science) have firm earlier dates. Apply as early as possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Kaplan Business School | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGKaplan Business School assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGKaplan Business School assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Kaplan Business School. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| La Trobe University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGLa Trobe University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. La Trobe assesses international applications on a rolling basis across its March, July and November intakes. Apply two to three months ahead and check your course page for any earlier date. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGLa Trobe University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. La Trobe assesses international applications on a rolling basis across its March, July and November intakes. Apply two to three months ahead and check your course page for any earlier date. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Macquarie University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGMacquarie University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Macquarie assesses international applications as they arrive rather than to a set date, and some courses fill early. Apply well before your session start and leave time for a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMacquarie University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Macquarie assesses international applications as they arrive rather than to a set date, and some courses fill early. Apply well before your session start and leave time for a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Melbourne Institute of Technology | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGMelbourne Institute of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMelbourne Institute of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Melbourne Institute of Technology. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Melbourne Polytechnic | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGMelbourne Polytechnic assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMelbourne Polytechnic assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Melbourne Polytechnic. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Monash University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGMonash University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMonash University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Monash University. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Murdoch University | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMurdoch University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Murdoch runs semester and trimester intakes and assesses international applications as they arrive. Applicants from a number of countries must apply through an authorised agent; apply early for visa time. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGMurdoch University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Murdoch runs semester and trimester intakes and assesses international applications as they arrive. Applicants from a number of countries must apply through an authorised agent; apply early for visa time. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGMurdoch University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Murdoch runs semester and trimester intakes and assesses international applications as they arrive. Applicants from a number of countries must apply through an authorised agent; apply early for visa time. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Queensland University of Technology | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGQueensland University of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. QUT sets a final international application date for each teaching period and country of citizenship, usually six to eight weeks before the start. After that date QUT does not accept applications for that intake, so apply as early as possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGQueensland University of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. QUT sets a final international application date for each teaching period and country of citizenship, usually six to eight weeks before the start. After that date QUT does not accept applications for that intake, so apply as early as possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| RMIT University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGRMIT University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. RMIT sets international application dates per course. Apply at least four to eight weeks before the start (earlier for programs with limited places) to leave time for a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGRMIT University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. RMIT sets international application dates per course. Apply at least four to eight weeks before the start (earlier for programs with limited places) to leave time for a student visa. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| South Metropolitan TAFE | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGSouth Metropolitan TAFE assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Pathway and foundation programs often run extra intakes through the year; confirm the next start with South Metropolitan TAFE. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Southern Cross University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGSouthern Cross University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Southern Cross recommends your international application is in at least two to three months before you start. SCU runs multiple terms a year; applicants from the African continent and some other countries must apply through an education agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGSouthern Cross University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Southern Cross recommends your international application is in at least two to three months before you start. SCU runs multiple terms a year; applicants from the African continent and some other countries must apply through an education agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Swinburne University of Technology | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGSwinburne University of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Swinburne sets international application closing dates per intake, with separate offshore and onshore dates, and advises applying at least three months ahead for visa processing. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGSwinburne University of Technology assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Swinburne sets international application closing dates per intake, with separate offshore and onshore dates, and advises applying at least three months ahead for visa processing. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| TAFE NSW | Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGTAFE NSW assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with TAFE NSW. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| TAFE Queensland | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGTAFE Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGTAFE Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with TAFE Queensland. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Torrens University Australia | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGTorrens University Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGTorrens University Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Torrens University Australia. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Canberra | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Canberra assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Canberra asks international applicants to apply through its portal at least two months before the semester start. Late applications are considered case by case and may be deferred to a later intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Divinity | Foundation/Pathway | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Divinity assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Pathway and foundation programs often run extra intakes through the year; confirm the next start with University of Divinity. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Divinity assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Divinity assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with University of Divinity. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Melbourne | Graduate | RollingOPENMelbourne assesses most graduate coursework applications on a rolling basis and closes courses once full. For a July 2027 start, apply as early as you can; not every course runs a mid-year intake. Each course page lists its own dates. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | May 31, 2027UPCOMINGClosing date for direct international undergraduate applications for the mid-year (Semester 2) 2027 intake, published by the University of Melbourne. Only a limited set of courses is available mid-year. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of New England | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of New England assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UNE runs trimesters; it asks international applicants to apply by the end of November for Trimester 1 (February) and the end of May for Trimester 2 (June). Late applications are considered where possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of New England assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UNE runs trimesters; it asks international applicants to apply by the end of November for Trimester 1 (February) and the end of May for Trimester 2 (June). Late applications are considered where possible. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Newcastle | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Newcastle assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Newcastle recommends submitting your international application at least 12 weeks before your semester or trimester start. Late applications may be held for the next available intake, and some programs (psychology, the Joint Medical Program) have their own dates. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Newcastle assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Newcastle recommends submitting your international application at least 12 weeks before your semester or trimester start. Late applications may be held for the next available intake, and some programs (psychology, the Joint Medical Program) have their own dates. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Notre Dame Australia | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Notre Dame Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Notre Dame Australia assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with University of Notre Dame Australia. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Queensland | Graduate | RollingOPENUQ postgraduate coursework mid-year closing dates vary by program and by country visa assessment level. Check the 'How to apply' tab on your program page; not every program runs in Semester 2. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | RollingOPENFor a Semester 2 2027 (late July) start at UQ, apply around three months ahead. Not every program has a mid-year intake, and closing dates vary by program and country. Check your program page. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Southern Queensland | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Southern Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UniSQ sets application closing dates per program (see its Key Dates page); apply early for assessment and visa time. Applicants from Africa, the Middle East and the subcontinent must apply through a UniSQ representative. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Southern Queensland assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UniSQ sets application closing dates per program (see its Key Dates page); apply early for assessment and visa time. Applicants from Africa, the Middle East and the subcontinent must apply through a UniSQ representative. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Sydney | Graduate | May 29, 2027UPCOMINGClosing date for international postgraduate coursework applications for the Semester 2 2027 intake, published by the University of Sydney. Check your course page: not every course runs mid-year. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | May 29, 2027UPCOMINGClosing date for international undergraduate applications for the Semester 2 2027 (August) intake, published by the University of Sydney. Not every course has a mid-year intake, and courses can close earlier once full. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Tasmania | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Tasmania assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Tasmania accepts applications at any time for most courses. From overseas, apply at least three months before the semester start (one month if you are already onshore). Some courses, such as Medicine, run fixed application rounds. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Tasmania assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. The University of Tasmania accepts applications at any time for most courses. From overseas, apply at least three months before the semester start (one month if you are already onshore). Some courses, such as Medicine, run fixed application rounds. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Technology Sydney | Graduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUTS closing date for international postgraduate applications for the Spring 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (31 May 2027 if you are in Australia). Check your course page: not every course runs mid-year. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUTS closing date for international undergraduate applications for the Spring (July) 2027 session, for applicants based outside Australia (31 May 2027 if you are in Australia). Not every course has a mid-year intake. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of the Sunshine Coast | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of the Sunshine Coast assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UniSC sets an application closing date for each study period; applications received after it are not accepted except in exceptional circumstances, and some programs close early without notice. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of the Sunshine Coast assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UniSC sets an application closing date for each study period; applications received after it are not accepted except in exceptional circumstances, and some programs close early without notice. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Western Australia | Graduate | May 24, 2027UPCOMINGUWA closing date for international postgraduate coursework applications for Semester 2 2027, for citizens of higher visa-scrutiny countries; applicants from all other countries have until 7 June 2027. Confirm the date on your course page. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | May 24, 2027UPCOMINGUWA closing date for international applications for Semester 2 2027, for citizens of higher visa-scrutiny countries; applicants from all other countries have until 7 June 2027. Not every course has a mid-year intake, and some close earlier. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| University of Wollongong | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Wollongong assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UOW sets application dates per course (the 'Key Dates' button on each course page) and generally keeps considering late applications while places remain. Applications in by the listed date get an outcome before the session starts. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGUniversity of Wollongong assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. UOW sets application dates per course (the 'Key Dates' button on each course page) and generally keeps considering late applications while places remain. Applications in by the listed date get an outcome before the session starts. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Victoria University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGVictoria University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Victoria University shows an application-close date on each course page and runs frequent intakes under its Block Model. Applicants from some countries must apply through an education agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGVictoria University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Victoria University shows an application-close date on each course page and runs frequent intakes under its Block Model. Applicants from some countries must apply through an education agent. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| Victoria University Polytechnic | Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGVictoria University Polytechnic assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with Victoria University Polytechnic. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Western Sydney University | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGWestern Sydney University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Western Sydney's guidance is to apply by 15 November for the Autumn (February/March) start and by 15 May for the Spring (July) start. Applications open at different times by program, and some use UAC International. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGWestern Sydney University assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Western Sydney's guidance is to apply by 15 November for the Autumn (February/March) start and by 15 May for the Spring (July) start. Applications open at different times by program, and some use UAC International. | Aug 29, 2026 source | |
| William Angliss Institute | Graduate | Apr 15, 2027UPCOMINGWilliam Angliss Institute assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Postgraduate coursework and professional programs (medicine, law, some design and business) often close earlier, so check the date for your specific course. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
| Undergraduate | Apr 30, 2027UPCOMINGWilliam Angliss Institute assesses international applications on a rolling basis rather than to one fixed deadline. The date shown is a recommended time to apply for the July 2027 intake, roughly three to four months before it starts. Applications are usually still accepted after it while places remain and there is time for a student visa. Competitive courses such as medicine and programs needing a portfolio or audition close earlier. Confirm the date for your course with William Angliss Institute. | Aug 29, 2026 source |
July 2027 intake: common questions
Can I still apply for the July 2027 intake?
Usually yes, if you are reading this before around March 2027. Universities that assess applications on a rolling basis keep taking them until a course fills. What you cannot recover is time: a July start needs the offer, the deposit, the Confirmation of Enrolment, and the student visa all done by around May or June 2027.
Do all Australian courses have a July intake?
No. Semester 2 is the smaller intake and not every course takes mid-year entry. Some structured programs, including parts of medicine and some engineering and education degrees, only start in February. Check that your specific course runs in Semester 2 before you plan around a July start.
Is July or February a better intake for international students?
February is the main intake, with the widest choice of courses and fuller scholarship rounds. July is smaller but gives you more time to prepare a strong application and student visa. If a February start would force a rushed Genuine Student statement or thin financial evidence, July is the better choice.
When should I lodge my student visa for a July 2027 start?
As soon as you hold the Confirmation of Enrolment, which usually means March to May 2027. Processing times vary with your country's evidence level and the university's processing tier under Ministerial Direction 115, so lodging early with complete evidence gives you the best chance of a decision before the semester starts.
Do Australian universities publish a firm July deadline?
A minority do. The University of Sydney and ANU, for example, publish a firm Semester 2 international closing date in May 2027. Most universities assess applications as they arrive and close individual courses once full, so the date shown for them is a recommended apply-by point.
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This is general information, not migration advice. Application dates, visa rules, and university requirements change. Confirm every figure with the university and the Australian Government before you rely on it.