What is an academic decision review
Some academic decisions, such as academic progress and selection outcomes, have dedicated review or appeal processes. These pathways are separate from the general complaints process.
This page will help you find the right pathway for your situation.
Types of academic decisions
Choose the option that best describes your situation to find the right pathway.
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Simply disagreeing with your mark or grade is not enough to raise a complaint or appeal. These are based on academic judgement and so are not subject to complaint.
However, you may be able to request a review if a procedural or administrative error occurred. For example, if the wrong rubric was applied or marks were recorded incorrectly or that there was bias, improper or negligent conduct by a staff member; or that you were affected by unfair treatment, prejudice or bias.
What to do:
- Contact your subject coordinator or faculty student experience team about the error
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If you receive a notice of unsatisfactory academic progress, a dedicated review process applies.
What to do:
- Timelines are strict — act promptly after receiving the notice
- See the Student Appeals Page
- See the Academic Progress Review Policy (MPF1291) for full details
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If you have been refused entry to a course or program, you can request a review of the decision. Reviews are only considered on grounds of procedural irregularity, not academic merit.
You must request a review before lodging a formal appeal.
What to do:
- Submit your request on the Request a review page
- See the Selection and Admission Policy (MPF1295) for details on grounds for review
Not sure which process applies?
If you have further questions about your situation, Stop 1 can help. They can point you to the right process and connect you with support.
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