Frequently asked questions – Apply-By-Web

Apply-By-Web

What do I need to before I use Apply-By-Web?

• Check that you can access Apply-By-Web
• Have your personal details ready (name, address, email address, telephone number). Note that you must provide an email address when you apply.
• Make sure you can pay the application processing charge (read "How do I pay for my application?" below)
• Have handy any student numbers, qualification names and school names that are relevant to you. These may include:
  - Australian Year 12 student number, the name of your Year 12 qualification and the year completed
  - Australian university student number, the name of your tertiary qualification and years attended
  - TAFE student number, name of qualification and years attended
  - UAC application number if you are applying for a course from which you previously deferred
  - New Zealand University Bursaries examination candidate code number
  - International Baccalaureate (IB) student number
  - name of overseas Year 12 qualification, country and date of completion
  - name of overseas post-secondary studies, name of institution and years attended.
• Have a list of your chosen course codes ready. You can choose up to six courses – read Choice of courses for more information.
• Make sure that you have the necessary browser on your computer. You will need up-to-date browser versions of Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari. Remember to give yourself enough time to update your browser version if you need to do this – well before closing dates.
• Make sure that you have an inkjet or laser printer connected to your computer.

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What do I need to do after I have applied?

• Print and save your Confirmation of application.
• Check whether there are additional course requirements for any of your chosen courses. For example, you may need to sit an additional test, submit a portfolio of work or attend an interview. Check the course search for details of any additional course requirements.
• Check whether you need to provide UAC with documents to support your application. Apply-By-Web will remind you about this when you have completed your application. Read Documentation for further information.

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How do I pay for my application?

The processing charge is $49. You can use a number of options to pay. They include:
• credit card (MasterCard and Visa)
• PayPal
• BPAY (in Australia only)
• over the counter at Australia Post outlets (in Australia only).

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How many applications can I submit?

You may submit only one application. If you change your mind about your choice of courses, simply change your courses. Read Choice of courses for more information.

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How many courses can I choose?

You can choose up to six courses.

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When do I have to apply?

For more information about closing dates read 'Application closing dates' under Application procedures.

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What times of the day can I use Apply-By-Web?

Apply-By-Web is available between 7.30am and midnight (Sydney local time).

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How long does it take to apply?

It should take you about 30 minutes to complete your application.

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What if my connection to the internet is slow?

Apply-By-Web should download quickly, but will be slower if:
• you are applying close to or on a closing date
• you are applying during the peak usage period (4pm to 10pm)
• the speed of your modem or the bandwidth of your internet service provider's connection is insufficient.

Remember that using Apply-By-Web will be much quicker and easier if you don't leave your application until the last minute!

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