If your application for a release has been refused, you may be able to submit an appeal if you believe there has been a failure in due process, as outlined in clause 2.6 (2) of the .
Due process means the decision was made according to published University, Academic Board and Faculty rules, policy, procedure and local provisions, as current at the time the decision was made.
The University will not consider appeals based solely on the outcome of the release application.
You need to submit your appeal within 20 working days of receiving your outcome of the release application.
To appeal, you need to provide:
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Log in and complete the release decision appeals form.
If you can’t access the form, email your appeal and the required documents to the Student Affairs Unit appeals team, with the subject line 'Release Refusal Appeal – [your SID]'.
If you require longer than the 20 working days to submit your appeal, you need to contact both the Student Affairs Unit  and the ESOS Compliance team before the original deadline to request an extension.
You need to provide a reason why you should be granted an extension to submit your appeal and include documents that support your request.
If your extension is approved, you will be provided written advice on the new deadline for your submission.
Your appeal will be considered by the Manager of the Student Affairs Unit. It will be assessed in accordance with the .
You should be notified of an outcome within 20 working days. If this timeframe is not possible you will be advised of the reasons for delay and the projected timeframe for consideration of the appeal.
Options for further appeal include complaints to the National Student Ombudsman through their , or telephone on 1300 395 775.
Where relevant, applications may be made to the , the Equal Opportunity Commission and .
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