For most courses you can set your own pace and switch between full- and part-time study. This means if things change you’re not committed to a study schedule that no longer suits you.
Each unit (subject) is worth one credit point. It's up to you how many credit points you study per trimester. You’re considered a full-time student if you’re enrolled in three or more units in a trimester. Any less and you’re considered a part-time student. It's possible to do more than four credit points in a trimester, though you'll need faculty approval. You may also be able to spread your study across three trimesters (subject to the units being offered).
Considerations when switching your study load
If you’re receiving Centrelink, your payments may be affected if you switch from full- to part-time study. Your payments also depend on how many credit points you're studying. It’s best to talk to Centrelink if you make changes to your study load. Similarly, if you're an international student, there are international enrolment conditions that you must adhere to.