Online Degree · Australia

Find out how studying for a degree online works, and how to judge a course before you enrol.

Tell us what you want to study and where you are starting. A verified education professional who covers your postcode will get in touch to explain how online degrees work, what they can cost and what to check, before you commit.

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What you might study for

The kinds of online qualification people ask about

Not sure which fits? Describe what you want to achieve, and a professional can help you narrow it down.

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A short course or microcredential

A shorter, focused qualification in one subject.

02

A diploma or associate degree

A first step in higher education, or a route to a full degree.

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A bachelor's degree

A full degree studied online or by distance learning.

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A graduate certificate or master's degree

A postgraduate qualification, often studied alongside work.

05

Finishing a degree you started

Returning to complete a degree, with earlier credit counted where possible.

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A professional qualification

Training for a profession, where the course is recognised by the professional body.

How it works

Six things that shape the online study experience

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Live or flexible

Some courses meet at set times, others let you study when it suits you.

02

Time each week

The hours you will need to keep up, which vary by study load.

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Assessment

Essays, online exams, or exams at a test centre.

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Support

Access to tutors, advisers and technical help.

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Technology

The computer and internet connection you need.

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Hands-on requirements

Whether the subject needs in-person work, labs or placements.

Before you enrol

Six things to check before you commit to a course

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Is the provider registered?

Check the national register, and who awards the degree.

02

What is the total cost?

Fees per unit or year, and how long the course would take, in writing.

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Is it eligible for a government loan?

Ask the provider, and check on Study Assist.

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Will my earlier credit count?

Get the provider's decision in writing before you pay.

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What do graduates go on to do?

Ask for completion and outcome figures and compare them with independent data.

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What if I need to stop?

Census dates, refund rules, and what happens to the credit you have earned.

Why Namoye

Built around trust, not pressure.

We connect you with one verified provider who understands what you need. No hard sell, and no obligation.

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  1. 01

    Fitted to your life

    Studying online suits some people and not others. You hear what it asks of your time, so you can judge whether it fits.

  2. 02

    The legitimacy checks

    Registration and outcomes separate a course worth your money from one that isn't. You hear how to check them yourself.

  3. 03

    No pressure to enrol

    You can ask questions and compare, and nobody pushes you to apply on the spot.

Good to Know

Questions about Namoye

Is an online degree as good as an on-campus one?

It depends on the university and the course, and on how employers or professional bodies see it. Look at who awards the degree and its reputation, not only whether it is online.

How can I tell whether a university is legitimate?

Check that the provider and the course are on the national register held by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency. Be careful with fake universities, schools that promise a degree for life experience alone, pressure to enrol quickly, or unclear costs.

How much does an online degree cost?

It varies widely by university, level and how many units you study each year. Namoye doesn't set prices. Ask for the total cost in writing, including fees per unit or year, and how long it would take.

Can I get a government loan?

Eligible Australian students may be able to defer fees through a HELP loan, such as HECS-HELP for Commonwealth supported places or FEE-HELP for full-fee places, depending on the course, your residency and your circumstances. HELP debts are repaid through the tax system once your income passes a threshold, and they are indexed. Ask the provider whether the course is eligible and see the government's Study Assist website.

What is a census date?

It's the date by which you must withdraw from a unit to avoid owing the fees. Ask each provider when the census dates fall, and what refund or withdrawal rules apply.

Can my earlier study or work count?

Many universities give credit for earlier study, and some for relevant work experience through recognition of prior learning. Policies differ, so ask how they decide, and get it in writing before you pay.

Do I need a professional accreditation?

For some professions, such as nursing, teaching, engineering or accounting, the course may need to be accredited by the relevant professional body for you to practise or become a member. Ask the provider and check with the professional body.

How do I check how graduates do?

Ask the provider for completion and graduate outcome figures, and compare them with independent sources such as the government's QILT surveys.

How much time will it take each week?

It varies by course and study load. Ask how much study to expect, whether sessions are live or flexible, and how deadlines work.

What if the provider closes or I can't finish?

The Tuition Protection Service can help eligible students if a provider can't deliver the course. Ask what refund and withdrawal terms apply, and get them in writing.

What should I have ready?

What you want to study, your qualifications so far, and your postcode. If you don't have everything, send the request anyway.

Is Namoye a university?

No. Namoye is a free matching service. It doesn't teach, enrol students or decide admissions. Any offer or advice comes from the provider that contacts you.

Will several universities call me, and does it cost anything?

No to both. A verified professional contacts you, and Namoye is free for you.

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