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Contents 3 Studying in Australia
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Institutions of higher education Diplomas Getting in… Academic year
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Conditions for entry in Australia Costs of living Financial aid Student housing Social security Working and studying
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Conditions for entry in Ireland Costs of living Student housing Social security Working and studying
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STUDYING IN AUSTRALIA
DIPLOMAS
INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Australian universities award the following qualifications:
There are universities in all major Australian cities and throughout regional areas of the country ranging in size from around 3,000 students to 50,000 students. About 20 percent of students enrolled in Australian universities are from overseas. Many international students also study in vocational education and training colleges and institutes across Australia.
- bachelor’s degree - bachelor with Honours - graduate certificate - graduate diploma - master’s degree (by research or coursework) - doctoral degree. Students receive academic and personal support through a wide range of services. These include orientation programs, academic tutoring programs, English language assistance, cultural and religious associations, sporting clubs and social events. Courses cover many disciplines such as humanities, social sciences, environmental education, education, science, mathematics and computing, visual/performing arts, engineering and processing, health sciences, business, economics, law and agriculture. 3
Courses can vary considerably in form, entry requirements, duration and method of assessment. Foundation Studies If you don’t meet academic requirements, there are a few options to prepare you for further study. Depending on your previous studies and the final qualification you want to study, you can enrol in secondary school or Foundation Studies. Foundation Studies are a one-year intensive preparatory course that will give you the skills you need to enter an undergraduate course. They are divided into streams such as business studies and
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science studies, and offer both compulsory and elective subjects. English language support is usually available. Many schools, vocational education training institutions and universities offer Foundation Studies courses. The common feature of Foundation Studies is that a university allocates a provisional place in an undergraduate program assuming you achieve the prescribed grades.
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GETTING IN… Undergraduate and postgraduate by coursework students enrol for their courses at the beginning of the year. Australian universities do allow enrolment in mid-year (around July) for certain courses. Commencement dates can vary, depending on the course. Students studying towards a Doctoral degree or other postgraduate research awards may be able to negotiate an alternative starting date with their study supervisor. Entry requirements Australian institutions have two sets of entry requirements: academic and English language skills. If you do not meet the requirements, you may be able to do a bridging or linking course. Academic entry requirements Australian institutions set down their own academic requirements for entry. As a general guide: - Undergraduate courses require the equivalent of an Australian
Senior School Certificate of Education-Year 12 (diplôme de fin d’études secondaires/secondaires techniques luxembourgeois). - Postgraduate courses require the completion of a first degree at undergraduate level. -Vocational study is not necessarily based on academic performance. But some courses may have pre-requisite subjects or ask for demonstrated work experience. - Schools have varying entry requirements. Some may focus on academic skills, others on sporting, and some may be limited by numbers. English language skills To be accepted into a course, you may have to meet the minimum English language requirements as set down by your chosen institution. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the only test accepted. The Institut national des langues in Luxembourg organises the IELTS test.
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Applying for admission to Australian universities Obtaining application forms. You can obtain an application form from either a local Australian education agent or the institution’s nominated contact officer. The Australian Education Centre or an Australian Embassy can provide a list of local Australian education agents or details of the institution's nominated contact officer. Collecting other documents relevant to your application •a document with the name of the institution you are applying to, the name of the course you are applying for and second and third course preferences at the same institution •full details of previous study, including copies of qualifications already awarded to you •evidence of your English language proficiency (for undergraduate, postgraduate studies and vocational education and training). If you are unsure what documents you should provide contact the institution you have selected. If you are currently enrolled in a course of study, you might be granted provisional acceptance on the basis of previous academic
performance in anticipation that your final examination results do not differ greatly from the grades already attained. Submitting the application form After filling in your application form, you should attach all the required documents and submit them direct to the institutions. Depending on your home country and the institution you have selected, you may be instructed to send your form to either the international office or the nominated contact officer of the institution. Receiving a confirmation of enrolment The institution will assess your application and supporting documents and advise if you meet the entry requirements and will be admitted. If successful, the institution will send you a letter of offer. Depending on your nationality and the domain of study, you may be required to undergo a pre-visa assessment before the institution issues an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE).
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- Foundation studies: A$ 9,000 to 14,000 a year such as university entrance, preparatory and bridging courses
The eCoE is the only accepted evidence of enrolment for processing student visa applications. You may be required to pay tuition fees before applying for the student visa. The institution will advise you of its requirements but generally it will require payment of at least one semester of course fees. Tuition fees As an international student, you must pay your tuition fees upfront. Aside from tuition fees, some institutions may also charge for other student costs, such as library, laboratory or sports facility costs. Excursions, books and stationery are other costs to consider. Your course may also require specific essential materials such as lab coats or photographic supplies. Your institution will provide you with information on how and when to pay your tuition fees.
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- Bachelor’s Degree: A$ 10,000 to 13,500 a year such as courses in arts, business, economics and law; Laboratorybased Bachelor Degree: A$ 11,000 to 16,500 a year such as science and engineering courses - Graduate Certificates/Graduate Diplomas: A$ 9,000 to 16,000 a year - Master’s/Doctoral Degree: A$ 11,000 to 18,500 a year
ACADEMIC YEAR University courses run from early March to late November. The year is divided into two semesters. However, some institutions offer a trimester system and/or run summer schools from December to February. The Universities Australia website provides a list of university semester dates (http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/Home.htm).
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LIVING CONDITIONS FOR ENTRY IN AUSTRALIA Student visa Visas are granted by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). DIAC will only grant you a student visa if your course is registered or is part of a registered course, on a full time basis. A registered course is one offered by an Australian education provider registered with the Australian Government to offer courses to overseas students. Only courses under three months’ duration can be undertaken on a visitor visa or working holiday visa. If you intend to study for more than three months, you must apply for a student visa. Advantages to studying on a student visa include: - you will have access to Australia’s subsidised student health cover; - you will be allowed to study for longer than three months; - you can apply for permission to work part time.
You can apply for your student visa as soon as you receive a letter of offer or electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) for your full time course of study. However, it is recommended that you wait until you are advised by the Australian Embassy in Brussels to enrol or obtain a eCoE. Your local Australian Government office can also give you information on applying and what documents you will need to attach to your application. Assessment Levels If you are subject to Assessment Level 1 (Luxembourg as well as all other member states of the European Union), you can apply online. For more detailed, accurate and up-to-date information on student visas and visa requirements please visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website for student visa purposes (www.immi.gov.au).
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COSTS OF LIVING
STUDENT HOUSING
Australia enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the world while remaining affordable. An average international student in Australia can expect to pay about A$360 a week on: accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, telephone and incidental costs.
Campus accommodation: A$ 80-250 a week Most universities and some vocational institutions offer a variety of accommodation on or near campus, such as apartments, residential colleges or halls of residence. The cost varies on the type of accommodation. Residential colleges are slightly more expensive and provide accommodation with meals. They may also have sporting and social facilities, tutoring, libraries and computer facilities. Halls of residence are located on or near institution campuses. Students usually have meals and some cleaning services provided. Students need to apply early because demand for places is high.
FINANCIAL AID Financial aid from the Luxembourg Government is granted through the CEDIES www.cedies.lu Application deadlines: from 1. August till 31. October
Hotels and guest houses A$ 80 – 135 a week Hostels are usually run by organisations such as Youth Hostels Australia and the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). Students share kitchen and bathroom facilities. 11
Shared accommodation A$ 70-250 a week Rental accommodation A$ 100-400 a week Sharing off-campus accommodation is very popular with international students. You should look for advertisements on campus notice-boards and local newspapers. Expect that you will have to provide your own furniture. When renting a house, apartment or bed sitter, landlords require rent to be paid in advance, and will require a security bond equal to one month’s rent.
SOCIAL SECURITY Australia has a special system of health cover for international students called Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). You must have health cover for the duration of your enrolment as a condition of your visa requirements. OSHC will help you pay for any medical or hospital care you may need while you’re studying in Australia, and will contribute towards the cost of prescription medicines and an ambulance in an emergency. Dental, optical and physiotherapy are not covered. Your institution arranges OSHC for you. When you arrive in Australia, you must register with an insurance company to get your membership card. 12
The cost of OSHC depends on how long you will be in Australia and your OSHC provider. Generally, premiums start at about A$75 for three month’s insurance (A$312 a year). If your spouse and/or dependent children accompany you to Australia, you will need to pay a family premium.
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If you come to Australia on a visa other than a student visa and your course of study is under three month’s duration, you will not be eligible for OSHC. In this case, travel insurance is recommended. For further information: contact Centre commun de la sécurité sociale in Luxembourg (http://www.ccss.lu).
WORKING AND STUDYING One of the advantages of being an international student in Australia is that you can receive permission to work part time (up to 20 hours per week) while you study. Permission to work: People granted student visas after 26 April 2008 will receive permission to work with their visa grant. If you have permission to work, you can work up to 20 hours per week while your course is in session. However, you cannot start work until you have commenced your course in Australia. If you’re bringing your family with you, your dependants can also work up to 20 hours per week once you have started your course in Australia. If you have started a course at the Masters or Doctorate level however, your dependents may work unlimited hours. If you or your dependents work in excess of these restrictions, your visas may be subject to cancellation.
Types of work for international students: International students often find work in retail, hospitality and administration. You could expect to earn A$6-15 an hour, depending on the kind of work you do and your age. You may be paid more for working on Sundays or public holidays. Tutoring younger students in the field you are studying or in your native language is also a good way to earn money. Student tutors can earn about A$40 an hour. Tax File Numbers You should obtain a Tax File Number (TFN) from the Australian Tax Office if you are going to work in Australia. You may also need a TFN to open a bank account. In addition to supplying your name, current address and date of birth, you may also need to supply your date of arrival in Australia, your passport and proof of enrolment. 13
USEFUL LINKS AND ADDRESSES Institutions of higher education:
Deakin University (NSW Campus), www.deakin.edu.au
Australian Catholic University, www.acu.edu.au
James Cook University www.jcu.edu.au
Australian National University http://www.anu.edu.au Bond University, www.bond.edu.au
Macquarie University, www.mq.edu.au
University of Canberra, www.canberra.edu.au
University of New England, www.une.edu.au
Central Queensland University (Sydney InternationalCampus), www.cqu.edu.au
University of New South Wales, www.unsw.edu.au
Charles Sturt University, www.csu.edu.au Charles Darwin University, www.cdu.edu.au Curtin University of Technology (NSW Campus), www.curtin.edu.au 16
Southern Cross University, www.scu.edu.au
University of Newcastle, www.nestcatle.edu.au University of Sydney, www.sydney.edu.au University of Technology Sydney, www.uts.edu.au University of Western Sydney, www.uws.edu.au
University of Wollongong, www.uow.edu.au Griffith University, www.griffith.edu.au Queensland University of Technology, www.qut.edu.au University of Queensland, www.uq.edu.au University of the Sunshine Coast, South Australia (SA),www.usc.edu.au Flinders University, www.flinders.edu.au University of Adelaide, www.adelaide.edu.au University of South Australia, www.unisa.edu.au University of Tasmania, www.utas.edu.au La Trobe University, www.latrobe.edu.au
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Monash University, www.monash.edu.au
University of Western Australia, www.uwa.edu.au
RMIT University www.rmit.edu.au
Further information:
Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, www.swinburne.edu.au University of Ballarat, www.ballarat.edu.au University of Melbourne, www.unimelb.edu.au Victoria University, www.vu.edu.au
- Ambassade d’Australie, 28, rue Montoyer, B-1000 Bruxelles, TÊl. 2 348 44 01/02 - IDP Education www.france.idp.com Web sites http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/Ho me.htm www.australiangraduate.com
Edith Cowan University, www.ecu.edu.au Murdoch University, www.murdoch.edu.au University of Notre Dame, www.nd.edu.au
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STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION
DIPLOMAS
Universities
A university bachelor's degree usually takes three to four years. Most degree structures give you the opportunity of combining your 'major' subject with supporting subjects known as minor' subjects. A master's degree takes usually 2 years of study. Doctoral studies require either a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree with Honours.
There are eight universities in the country and all of them are funded by the state. New Zealand universities are research based and state owned. They offer courses from certificate level through to doctorates. Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics New Zealand Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics are state owned. New Zealand ITPs offer courses that are equivalent in merit to those offered in New Zealand universities. ITPs offer courses from certificate level with some offering full degree and postgraduate level studies.
GETTING IN… Internationally, universities require foreign students applying for admission to have achieved the university entrance standard set by their own countries (diploma de fin d’études secondaires/secondaires techniques luxembourgeois). Entry to the higher educational institutions in the country is open, as students need to attain the minimum requirement for admission. However, the emphasis is clearly on independent study. 19
Tuition fees The tuition fees varies from NZ$ 18000 to NZ25000 per year . The following will be included in your fee: • registration and enrollment fees, • student health counseling, • use of campus facilities, • language support, • goods and service tax (GST).
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ACADEMIC YEAR The academic year is from March to November. A July start date may be available for some courses. Summer semester courses (January to March) may be available. In Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics the academic year lasts from March to November A July start date may be available for some courses.
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LIVING CONDITIONS FOR ENTRY IN NEW ZEALAND To enter New Zealand you need: - to have an offer of a place from a New Zealand education provider such as a school, polytechnic or university - evidence that you’ve arranged accommodation through the education provider or through another person - to be in good health. If your stay is longer than six months, in some cases you may need to complete a Tuberculosis clearance. And if it's longer than two years, you'll have to provide medical and police certificates - to have the right visa for your visit. - a passport that’s valid for at least three months past the date you are to leave New Zealand - proof that you plan to leave New Zealand once you’ve completed your study -proof that: - you have paid any course fees that you are required to pay or - you are exempt from paying fees or - you have a scholarship or an award that covers your fee - proof that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay
- If you’re granted a Student Permit you need to meet certain conditions during your stay: • attend the place of study noted in your permit (however you can apply to change your course or the institution) • you may only undertake work allowed by your Student Permit • stay in New Zealand for the time allowed by your permit.
COSTS OF LIVING The approximate annual living expenses are about NZ $ 10,000 12,000, which includes accommodation as well as other daily expenses. However, the expenses are different for different people depending on the lifestyles and this is just a rough idea.
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STUDENT HOUSING Usually universities and polytechnics offer student accommodation on campus. Some students prefer to live off campus and will seek advice from the student support services, provided by most tertiary institutes, to help with arranging homestays or give advice on finding student flats. It is generally recommended that international students allow NZ$9,000 to $10,000 per year for living and accommodation costs. This includes accommodation, food, travel, textbooks and limited entertainment.
SOCIAL SECURITY Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand unless they are a: •Resident or citizen of Australia •National of the United Kingdom in New Zealand •Holder of a temporary permit that is valid for two years or more If you do not belong to one of these special categories and you receive medical treatment during your visit, you will be liable for the full costs of that treatment. We strongly recommend that you have medical insurance for the duration of your stay in New Zealand.
For further information, please contact the Centre commun de la sécurité sociale in Luxembourg (www.ccss.lu) before the institution issues an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE).
WORKING AND STUDYING If you’re studying a 3-year course, you can work during the summer holidays and up to 20 hours a week during the academic year. You’ll need a ‘variation of conditions’ to your student permit. This is issued by Immigration New Zealand. A fee may apply. These rules don’t apply if you’re a postgraduate student or need to get work experience in order to fulfill course requirements. For more information, visit the international office of your institution or see Immigration New Zealand website [www.immigration.govt.nz] Student Job Search is a national organization that helps students find work. It has offices on most campuses. For jobs such as working in a restaurant or bar, or doing manual labour, you could expect to earn about NZ$10.25 to $15 an hour, before tax.
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USEFUL LINKS AND ADDRESSES
NMIT Nelson, www.nmit.ac.nz
Institutions of higher education:
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, www.openpolyrechnic.ac.nz
AUT Auckland University of Techology, www.aut.ac.nz CPIT's Auckland School of Interior Design, Auckland Campus, Mt Eden Auckland, www.cpit.ac.nz
Otago Polytechnic, Cromwell, www.otagopolytechnic.ac.nz Southern Institute of Technology, Invercargill, www.sit.ac.nz
Lincoln University, Canterbury, www.lincoln.ac.nz
The University of Auckland www.auckland.ac.nz
Manukau Institute of Technology, City Auckland, www.manukau.ac.nz
Canterbury University, Christchurch, www.canterbury.ac.nz
Massey University, www.massey.ac.nz
The University of Waikato www.waikato.ac.nz
University of Otago, Dunedin www.otago.ac.nz Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, www.vuw.ac.nz Waiariki Institute of Technology, www.waiariki.ac.nz Wellington Institute of Technology, www.weltec.ac.nz Unitec New Zealand, Mt Albert, Auckland, www.unitec.ac.nz
Further Information : www.educationnz.org.nz www.immigration.govt.nz
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