Can a diploma be converted to a degree?
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Can a diploma be converted to a degree?

Published: Dec 18, 2025

Yes. Many Australian universities offer credit transfer from a VET diploma into a related bachelor degree. You can often receive up to one year of credit, depending on the alignment of units. This pathway is common in business, IT, engineering technology, and community services. Some universities allow credit transfer from a diploma toward a degree, which can shorten the total study time. This depends on the institution and specific courses.

This staged route reduces time and tuition, and it lets you test the field before committing to a full degree. You will need official transcripts and possibly unit outlines for advanced standing assessment. Credit policies vary by institution.

International students can start on a Student visa subclass 500 and update their CoE when moving to the degree. Plan ahead with your provider. See providers that offer diploma to degree credit in Australia.

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