YEAR 11/12 PATHWAY TO UNIVERSITY
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR STUDENTS
We have listed below some common questions students ask and the answers they need to know about the Year 11/12 Pathway to University program at Phoenix Academy. For more detailed information on any of the questions below, please refer to the following documents on our website: I. Year 11/12 Pathway to University Student Handbook II. Year 11/12 Pathway to University Course Brochure III. Year 11/12 Pathway to University Assessment Handbook (1) How can I enter the Year 11/12 Pathway to University program at Phoenix and how long is it? Answer: Anyone who has completed 10, 11 or 12 years of formal education is eligible to enter our Year 11/12, Diploma Pathway to University program. Students who have completed 10 years will generally need to complete the 60‐week program. Students who have completed 11 years will generally need to complete the 48‐week program. Academically strong Year 11 students may be eligible for the accelerated 36‐week course. Those who have completed 12 years of education and have weak grades can do the –24‐week Fast Track course. Those who have completed 12 years of education with good grades can directly enter the Diploma‐University Ready, 24‐week course. Recognised prior learning (RPL) will determine how much advanced standing is awarded. The Admissions Office determines this once your most recent academic transcripts have been received and reviewed. (2) If my mother tongue is not English what English language requirements are there? Answer: You must have a language score of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent to enter the Year 11/12 program. If you don’t have an IELTS score you will need to do the Phoenix Academy E test (Language Proficiency test) on line. You can complete this test in your own country and there is no charge to do it. Once we test your language level we will recommend how many weeks of Academic English (EAP) you may require before you commence your Year 11/12 Program. (3) What is the cost for tuition for the Year 11/12 course for 2012? Answer: It depends on the length of the course you require. The cost for the 24 week program is AUD$10,000 for International students (non Australian citizens) and for Australian citizens and PR the cost is AUD$5,000. The cost for 36 weeks is AUD$15,000. For International students (non Australian citizens) and for Australian citizens and PR the cost is AUD$7,500