• Leave of Absence Request Form

  • This form is to be used by all Ikon students wishing to take a leave of absence from their course of study.

    To get started, please answer the question below so we can guide you to the right processes & the right team for assistance.

  • Domestic Student

    You are a domestic student if you are: 

    • an Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
    • a permanent resident of Australia
    • a holder of a permanent Australian humanitarian visa
       

    International Student

    You are an international student if you require a Student Visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia OR if you are NOT:

    • an Australian citizen;
    • a person entitled to stay in Australia, or enter and stay in Australia, without any limitation as to time (including holders of an Australian permanent visa)
    • a New Zealand citizen; or
    • a diplomatic or consular representative of New Zealand, a member of the staff of such a representative, or a spouse, de facto partner.

  • Student Details

    Please provide the required personal and enrolment information.

  • Please enter a valid student email ending in @student.ikon.edu.au.

  • Are you intending to complete your current Trimester?*

  • Student Details

    Please provide the required personal and enrolment information.

  • Student Details

    Please provide the required personal and enrolment information.

  • Please enter a valid student email ending in @student.ikon.edu.au.

  • Are you intending to complete your current Trimester?*
  • Is this your first trimester?*
  • Would you like your deferral to take effect today?*
  • Would you like your leave of absence to take effect today?*
  • If No, please select the date:*
     - -
    2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit year

  • Please note that leave of absence request submitted after the census date may incur financial and academic penalties

    "Census Date” means the date on which student enrolment is finalised, after which students are liable for all associated course and tuition fees, and as published on the Ikon website.

    You may refer to this link for Ikon’s Important Dates.

  • Are you applying for a leave of absence before the Census Date or after?*

  • Before completing this form, Have you considered the following:

    • Have you consulted the Student Experience team to explore support strategies tailored to your situation?
    • Have you spoken to our Student Experience Team to understand the academic and financial implications of applying for a Leave of Absence?
    • Do you have all necessary evidence prepared for submission? 
    • Do you have any outstanding fees? (If yes, your application may not be approved.)
  • Would you like a Student Experience team member to get in contact with you?*
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  • Please click Submit to complete your application 

     

    What happens next?

     

    • Based on the details you’ve shared, we’ll pass your request to our Course Advisors team.
    • One of our Course Advisors will contact you within two business days to discuss alternative options or assist with finalising your deferral.​
     
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  • Please click Submit to complete your application

     

    What happens next?

     

    • Based on the details you’ve shared, we’ll pass your request to our Student Experience team.
    • One of our Student Experience Advisors will contact you within two business days to discuss alternative options or assist with finalising your application for Leave of Absence.​
     
  • Is this your first trimester?*
  • Would you like your deferral to take effect today?*
  • Would you like your leave of absence to take effect today?*
  • If No, please select the date:*
     - -
    2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit year

  • Please note that leave of absence request submitted after the commencement date may incur financial and academic penalties


    "Commencement Date” means the first day of a trimester.

    You may refer to this link for Ikon’s Important Dates.

  • Are you applying for a leave of absence before the Commencement Date or after?*

  • Before completing this form, Have you considered the following:

    • Have you consulted the Student Experience team to explore support strategies tailored to your situation?
    • Have you spoken to our Student Experience Team to understand the academic and financial implications of applying for a Leave of Absence?
    • Do you have all necessary evidence prepared for submission? 
    • Do you have any outstanding fees? (If yes, your application may not be approved.)
  • Would you like a Student Experience team member to get in contact with you?*
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  •  What happens next?

    Based on the information you’ve provided, your request will be referred to
    our International Admissions team. International students who wish to defer their conformed enrolment in an Ikon Institute program to a later intake should complete the Ikon International Student Course Deferral Request Form.

     
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  • Please click Submit to complete your application

     

    What happens next?

     

    • Based on the details you’ve shared, we’ll pass your request to our Student Experience team.
    • One of our Student Experience Advisors will contact you within two business days to discuss alternative options or assist with finalising your application for Leave of Absence.​ 
     

  • Leave of Absence

  • “Leave of Absence (LoA)” means an approved period during which a student is not enrolled in any subject.

    Please note that applying for a Leave of Absence may impact:

    • Your fees and financial support (e.g. FEE-HELP or Centrelink)
    • Your academic record
    • Your access to systems and services

    This form is to be used by all Ikon students wishing to take a leave of absence from their course of study and should be read in conjunction with the following policies and procedures:

    Enrolment Policy

    Important Dates

    Course Fees and Schedule of Fees

    Please note that

    Students must complete this application form in full including attaching all supporting documentation. Incomplete applications and/or without supporting evidence will not be processed. 

    All outstanding tuition fees must be finalised prior to submission (if applicable).

    Students should ensure any outstanding academic work has been submitted (if applicable).

     

  • Census Date

  • "Census Date” means the date on which student enrolment is finalised, after which students are liable for all associated course and tuition fees, and as published on the Ikon website. You may refer to this link for Ikon’s Important Dates.


    Application for Leave of Absence before Census Date

    If you apply for Leave of Absence before the Census Date, any enrolled subjects will be recorded as Withdrawn Not Failed (WDNF). You will also not be liable for tuition fees for that trimester.

    FEE-HELP Students:
    If a valid Leave of Absence is submitted and approved before the census date, the student will not incur a FEE-HELP debt for the affected unit(s).

    Fee-Paying Students:
    Within 28 days of notification, Ikon will either issue a refund for any overpaid tuition fees or provide a 30-day invoice for any fees still owing. Alternatively, unused tuition fees may be held in credit for up to 14 months. Credits not used within 14 months will be forfeited.


    Application for Leave of Absence after Census Date

    If you apply for Leave of Absence after the Census Date, any enrolled subjects will be recorded as Withdrawn Failed (WDF). You will also be liable for full tuition fees for that trimester.

    FEE-HELP Students:
    The student will incur a FEE-HELP debt for the enrolled unit(s) and is legally required to repay it. If special circumstances prevented completion, the student may apply in writing within 12 months for the debt to be re-credited.

    Fee-Paying Students:
    No tuition fee refund will be issued after the census date. However, if special circumstances prevented completion of the unit(s), students may apply within 2 months of the census date to request a refund of the unused portion of fees.

    Note:

    • Special circumstances are events beyond the student’s control that prevent completion of study requirements. For more information please refer to definition of Compassionate and Compelling Circumstances under the Enrolment Policy.
    • Tuition fees for all enrolled subjects are payable unless the Application for Withdrawal has been received by Ikon prior to the census date as per our Fee and Refund Policy.

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  • Leave of Absence

  • “Leave of Absence (LoA)” means an approved period during which a student is not enrolled in any subject.

    Please note that applying for a leave of absence may impact:

    • Your fees and financial support
    • Your academic record
    • Your access to systems and services

    This form is to be used by all Ikon students wishing to take a leave of absence from their course of study and should be read in conjunction with the following policies and procedures:

    Transfer Between Providers Policy

    Enrolment Policy

    Important Dates

    Course Fees and Schedule of Fees

    Please note that

    • Students must complete this application form in full including attaching all supporting documentation. Incomplete applications and/or without supporting evidence will not be processed. 
    • All outstanding tuition fees must be finalised prior to submission (if applicable).
    • Students should ensure any outstanding academic work has been submitted (if applicable).

  • Commencement Date

  • "Commencement Date” means the first day of a trimester.

    You may refer to this link for Ikon’s Important Dates.


    ACADEMIC IMPLICATIONS

    Pre-Commencement Date

    If you apply for a Leave of Absence before the Commencement Date, any enrolled subjects will be recorded as Withdrawn Not Failed (WDNF).

    Post-Commencement Date

    If you apply for a Leave of Absence after the Commencement Date, any enrolled subjects will be recorded as Withdrawn Failed (WDF).

     

    FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

    Pre-Commencement Date

    If you apply for a Leave of Absence before the Commencement Date, you will not be liable for tuition fees for that trimester.

    Within 28 days of notification, Ikon will either issue a refund for any overpaid tuition fees or provide a 30-day invoice for any fees still owing. Alternatively, unused tuition fees may be held in credit for up to 14 months. Credits not used within 14 months will be forfeited.

    Post-Commencement Date

    If you apply for a Leave of Absence after the Commencement Date, you will be liable for full tuition fees for that trimester.

    No tuition fee refund will be issued after the commencement date. However, if special circumstances prevented completion of the unit(s), students may apply within 2 months of the commencement date to request a refund of the unused portion of fees.

    Note:

    • Special circumstances are events beyond the student’s control that prevent completion of study requirements. For more information please refer to definition of Compassionate and Compelling Circumstances under the Enrolment Policy.
    • Tuition fees for all enrolled subjects are payable unless the Application for Withdrawal has been received by Ikon prior to the commencement date.
     
     

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  • DECLARATION AND FEE INFORMATION

  • By submitting this form, I acknowledge and agree that:

    • If I am a fee-paying student, I have settled, or will settle, any outstanding fees at the time of applying for a leave of absence.
    • If I am a FEE-HELP student, I will incur a FEE-HELP loan debt for all units with a census date prior to the date this form is received by Ikon.
    • I have read and understood the Enrolment Policy, Fees and Refunds Policy, and all related policies and procedures relevant to Leave of Absence.
    • I have been advised of the opportunity to consult with a Student Experience Advisor and understand the available options, as well as the academic and financial implications of taking a leave of absence from my studies. If I choose not to consult with the Student Experience team, I accept responsibility for these implications.
    • I understand that processing this request may take up to 10 business days.

  • By submitting this form, I acknowledge and agree that: 

    • I am responsible for settling any outstanding fees at the time of applying for a leave of absence.
    • I have read and understood the Enrolment Policy, Fees and Refunds Policy, and all associated policies and procedures relating to Leave of Absence.
    • I have consulted with a Student Experience Advisor and understand the available options, as well as the academic and financial implications of taking a Leave of Absence. If I choose not to consult the Student Experience team, I accept responsibility for understanding and managing these implications.
    • I understand that taking a leave of absence at Ikon may affect my student visa status, and it is my responsibility to contact the Department of Home Affairs for further advice.
    • I understand and agree that processing this request may take up to 10 business days.
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