Q. Can we do 2 courses together in Australia?

In Australia, the feasibility of pursuing two courses concurrently, commonly referred to as a custom double degree, is contingent on the type of student – domestic or international.

For Domestic Students:

• Flexibility in Program Design: Domestic students generally have the flexibility to tailor their academic path by creating a custom double degree at most Australian universities. This involves initiating enrollment in one program and subsequently applying internally at the next intake to pick up the second degree.
• Process Overview: The process for domestic students entails starting with one program and then internally applying for the second degree at the next available intake. While this allows for the simultaneous pursuit of two degrees, it may extend the overall duration compared to students in predefined double-degree programs.
• Credit Arrangements: Credit arrangements for the custom double degree need to be coordinated with the relevant faculties after admission to the second degree. Subsequently, a personalized study plan is devised to guide students through the requirements of both programs.

For International Students:

• Set Double Degree Programs: In contrast, international students in Australia are typically limited to undertaking only set double degree programs, which must be formally registered by the government authority and possess a unique CRICOS Course Code.
• Restrictions on Concurrent Study: Visa regulations for international students prohibit them from creating their double degrees through concurrent study. As such, the option to combine two separate programs is not available.

Concurrent candidature, open to all students regardless of nationality, enables enrollment in up to two individual courses simultaneously or the combination of one course with Non-Award units. However, approval for concurrent candidature depends on the agreement of relevant Course Coordinators and adherence to course rules. 

To initiate this process, students need to apply for their primary preferred course. Upon receiving an offer, they are required to submit a request for concurrent candidature, allowing the university to assess their eligibility for simultaneous study.