Candidature Tenure
Research students who exceed their maximum period of candidature do not need to apply for an extension of candidature. Candidates will remain enrolled until thesis submission or until withdrawal from candidature, subject to satisfactory progress.
Macquarie Postgraduate Rule 3 of the Doctoral and Master by Research Rules provides that if a candidate withdraws, they must reapply for admission if they wish to return at a later date. On return, any prior enrolment in an incomplete research degree is included in the calculation of the candidature thesis submission date.
Fee-paying candidates are liable for tuition fees as long as they remain enrolled and if re-admitted after withdrawal will pay the required fee for the additional period of candidature.