Prior to the date on which your results are finalised for that course each semester, you can apply to withdraw without academic penalty from a course. NOTE: under the provisions of the Educational Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, international students studying under a student visa are required to complete their program in minimum time so enrolment in 8 units (#8) each semester is usually required. Some exemptions apply and international students must seek advice from their faculty before reducing their study load. If you withdraw from a course via mySI-net after the Census Date and on or before the dates set out below, you will automatically be permitted to withdraw without academic penalty .  A result of 'W' will be applied to the course and this will be listed on your studies report only. A 'W' does not contribute to your grade point average. However, you will retain financial liability for the course.  If you have special circumstances that might warrant the removal of that financial liability, you can make a separate application accordingly. The relevant dates are: 30 April for Semester 1 courses 30 September, for Semester 2 courses The date varies annually for Summer semester. Please refer to the Academic Calendar for details You may withdraw with academic penalty from a course via mySI-net after 1 May and 1 October (and after the Summer Semester Census Date or Teaching Period Census Date) and before the examination period begins.  A result of 'K' (withdrawal with academic penalty) will