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Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. Depending on the course and study mode, you may need to apply either through QTAC or direct to JCU.
We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
2026 application dates
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications: Last date for current QTAC year is 31 August 2026 - Apply via QTAC
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Trimester 3 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 9 September
JCU PREP APPLICATIONS
JCU Prep applications are due by 2 September 2026 — Apply direct to JCU
You can also apply via QTAC by 31 August 2026
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 9 September 2026 - Apply direct to JCU
Please note: We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
2026
| Block | Commencing | Undergraduate Due dates (Apply via QTAC) | Postgraduate Due dates (Apply direct to JCU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block 5 | 7 September 2026 | 31/08/2026 | 2/09/2026 |
| Block 6 | 2 November 2026 | 26/10/2026 | 28/10/2026 |
2027 application dates
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications are due by 15 February 2027 — Apply via QTAC
Only after the QTAC deadline can new students apply to JCU – JCU Direct deadline 17/02/2027
Please note: Some undergraduate courses have exceptions. See noted courses below.
EXCEPTIONS
| Course | Application due by | Apply via |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2026 Please note:
| QTAC and JCU |
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Semester 1 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 17 February.
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 17 February 2027 — Apply via JCU
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications are due by 14 July 2027 — Apply via QTAC
Only after the QTAC deadline can new students apply to JCU – JCU Direct deadline 21/7/2027
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Semester 2 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 21 July.
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 21 July 2027 — Apply via JCU
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications are due by 25 January 2027 — Apply via QTAC
Only after the QTAC deadline can new students apply to JCU – JCU Direct deadline 10/02/2027
EXCEPTION
| Course | Application due by | Apply via |
|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) | 31/10/2026 | JCU |
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Trimester 1 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 10 February
JCU PREP APPLICATIONS
JCU Prep applications are due by 3 February 2027 — Apply direct to JCU
You can also apply via QTAC by 25 January 2027
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 10 February 2027 — Apply direct to JCU
EXCEPTIONS
| Course | Application due by | Apply via |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Diploma of Midwifery | 3/01/2027 | JCU |
| Master of Medical Science | 28/12/2026 | JCU |
Graduate Diploma of Psychology | 31/10/2026 | JCU |
Master of Professional Psychology | 30/9/2026 | JCU |
Please note: We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
2027
| Block | Commencing | Undergraduate Due dates (Apply via QTAC) | Postgraduate Due dates (Apply direct to JCU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block 1 | 18 January 2027 | 7/12/2026 | 13/1/2027 |
| Block 2 | 15 March 2027 | 8/3/2027 | 10/3/2027 |
| Block 3 | 10 May 2027 | 3/5/2027 | 5/5/2027 |
| Block 4 | 5 July 2027 | 28/6/2027 | 30/6/2027 |
| Block 5 | 30 August 2027 | 14/07/2027 | 25/8/2027 |
| Block 6 | 25 October 2027 | 14/07/2027 | 20/10/2027 |
Please note: QTAC applications paused from 16 July until early August 2027
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a course by the QTAC deadline?
You can submit an application direct to JCU to commence:
- Block 1. Application deadline 13 January
- Block 2. Application deadline 10 March
- Block 3. Application deadline 5 May
- Block 4. Application deadline 30 June
- Block 5. Application deadline 25 August
- Block 6. Application deadline 20 October
Please note: We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications are due by 4 May 2027 — Apply via QTAC
Only after the QTAC deadline can new students apply to JCU – JCU Direct deadline 26/05/2027
EXCEPTION
| Course | Application due by | Apply via |
|---|---|---|
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) | 1/5/2027 | JCU |
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Trimester 2 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 26 May
JCU PREP APPLICATIONS
JCU Prep applications are due by 19 May 2027 — Apply direct to JCU
You can also apply via QTAC by 4 May 2027
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 26 May 2027 — Apply direct to JCU
EXCEPTION
| Course | Application due by | Apply via |
|---|---|---|
Graduate Diploma of Psychology | 1/5/2027 | JCU |
Please note: We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Undergraduate applications: Last date for current QTAC year is 14 July 2027 - Apply via QTAC
Are you a JCU Alumni or missed applying for a Trimester 3 course by the QTAC deadline?
Apply direct to JCU by 8 September 2027
JCU PREP APPLICATIONS
JCU Prep applications are due by 1 September 2027 — Apply direct to JCU
You can also apply via QTAC by 14 July 2027
POSTGRADUATE APPLICATIONS
Postgraduate applications are due by 8 September 2027 - Apply direct to JCU
Please note: We'll consider applications received after the set due dates on an individual basis at our discretion.
Start your application
Please refer to the table below to check the application due date for the intake of your choice. Please note, if you are applying from within Australia you may be able to apply after the application due date, please email us for further information.
Application due dates for 2026
| Trimester / Study Period | Application due date |
|---|---|
| Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science | 31 August 2025 |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | 27 November 2025 |
| Study Period 1, 2026 | 22 December 2025 |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | 14 March 2026 |
| Study Period 2, 2026 | 19 May 2026 |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | 13 July 2026 |
Application due dates for 2027
Application deadlines vary depending on your country of citizenship and region where you are applying from to provide sufficient time for application processing, and if successful, time to accept the offer and apply for a student visa. For more information refer to the Department of Home Affairs guidance for visa processing times.
| Trimester / Study Period | Application due date |
|---|---|
| Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science | 30 June 2026 |
Trimester 1, 2027 | |
South Asia and African regions | 7 December 2026 |
All other regions | 21 December 2026 |
| Study Period 1, 2027 | |
South Asia and African regions | 18 December 2026 |
All other regions | 4 January 2027 |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | |
South Asia and African regions | 22 March 2027 |
All other regions | 5 April 2027 |
| Study Period 2, 2027 | |
South Asia and African regions | 17 May 2027 |
All other regions | 31 May 2027 |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | |
South Asia and African regions | 5 July 2027 |
All other regions | 19 July 2027 |
Additional application due date information
Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science applications for the 2027 intake are now open. Find out more about entry requirements and the application process. View our application information for further details in the meantime.
See Important Dates to download the teaching and study period calendars.
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