2016
INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE
“ TAFE SWSi offers you the best opportunity to succeed in your Australian education experience”
I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce you to TAFE NSW – South Western Sydney Institute (TAFE SWSi). We are proud of our students and celebrate in their success, most recently celebrating our finalists in the 2014 and 2015 NSW International Student of the Year Awards. We are one of Australia’s largest training organisations, with the advantage of being located in Sydney’s most vibrant and culturally diverse area. Living and studying in South Western Sydney offers you an affordable lifestyle and a variety of facilities that cater to your religious, cultural and recreational needs. Within 30 minutes of the Sydney CBD, the International Airport, Sydney Olympic Park and other major tourist attractions, our nine colleges are located in one of Sydney’s fastest growing and accessible regions.
Peter Roberts Institute Director
We offer you a wide variety of qualifications across a range of course and study areas suiting all interests, career goals, learning styles and abilities.
With our students coming from 178 different countries, our diverse college community will help you to settle into the Australian lifestyle and enhance your experience. Our courses are delivered by experienced industry professionals in practical and interactive learning environments, including simulated workplaces, so that your learning experience will be like your future workplace. We not only provide you with practical skills you can use on the job, we also provide you with access to industry expertise and state-ofthe-art facilities, as well as contacts and networks to help get your career started. Because we are government owned and operated, you can be certain of the quality and international recognition of the course you study with us. This guide is a starting point although I encourage you to talk to our staff to find out exactly how TAFE SWSi can enable you to achieve your dream job.
International Student Guide 2016
Your international student guide 4
Reasons to choose SWSi
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Your student services
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Locations
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Your study pathway
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Your study options - English
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English study dates
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Your study options - Vocational
32 Your study options -
Diploma to Degree
33 Bachelor of Information Technology
34 Scholarships 35 How to apply 36 Entry requirements 37 Key semester dates 38 Fees 39 Application form 45 Assistance with accommodation
47 Other services
What makes us the right choice for you?
+ 60
courses available to international students
62,000
total course enrolments in 2014
87%
+ 850
Student Outcomes 2014 Report
international students studying within Australia and at our six offshore campuses
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4
6
178
of graduates were satisfied with the quality of their training
more reasons to study at TAFE SWSi: 1. Government owned 2. Practical workplace skills 3. Student-focused services and facilities 4. University pathways
pathway partnerships with leading Australian universities
consecutive years our students have been finalists in the NSW International Student of the Year Award
countries our students originate from
+ 120
years of operation
“TAFE SWSi is like a second mother who provides hope, orientation, experience, self-value and quality skills and knowledge. All that I’ve learnt will be very useful to run my own export and import company and be a successful business man in the future” Khun Visal, Cambodia, Diploma of Business 2015 NSW International Student Award Finalist
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International Student Guide 2016
Your student services International Student Support Coordinator
Career development and counselling service
• course work, note-taking
On arrival, you will meet your International Student Support Coordinator who will help you enrol, give you a tour of your college, and explain your rights and responsibilities as an international student. Your coordinator will also support you throughout your study experience by offering academic counselling and guidance.
This service can help you manage your time efficiently, study more effectively and maximise your education and employment opportunities.
• assignments, essays
RUReady program
• using computers for study
Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) are essential skills that allow you to engage in training and be successful in your work and study. At TAFE SWSi we provide a service through the RUReady program to assess your skills in these areas.
• writing reports/procedures
International student app As a TAFE SWSi international student, you will have free access to our student support app. The app contains a guide to each campus, a directory of useful community services, the latest news and events, and forms and procedures – all accessible wherever you go, whenever you need it!
Course support We offer many courses to help you improve your reading, writing and maths skills, as well as courses in English language skills. We can also help you with:
• preparing for exams • research skills • calculations • reading and understanding • course texts and notes
YourTutor We offer YourTutor, a free after hours tutor service. Thanks to YourTutor, there is always an expert waiting online to help you out when you need it. Tutors are available 3:00pm – midnight, Sunday to Friday and can assist you with writing, research and referencing, as well as support on a wide range of topics.
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Recognition of prior learning You can receive recognition for the skills and knowledge you have gained in the workplace or through previous study and have it counted towards your course or qualification. That means you might not have to complete all of the units, allowing you to finish your course or qualification sooner!
Libraries Our colleges have libraries with books, audio-visual and e-resources to support you throughout your study. You can also use computers, printers and study spaces for individual or group work.
Disability support services If you have a disability, we have a team of professional Disability Teacher Consultants who can support and assist you to reach your education and training goals.
Childcare services Bankstown, Granville and Wetherill Park colleges have childcare centres, open Monday to Friday, which you can use.
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“The best thing about teaching at TAFE SWSi is the ability to assist students from many different and diverse backgrounds, in fulfilling their educational goals. Some students may start their studies, with an unclear educational goal, but by the time they leave us, they have a clearer and more purposeful career plan. Education is about empowerment, and my mission is to empower my students to be the best they can be.� Laura Connelly Head Teacher of Business Management
More affordable living! Renting in South Western Sydney is cheaper than many other places in Sydney: South Western Sydney AUD$430 – $580 per week Sydney Inner City AUD$900 per week
International Student Guide 2016
Your community and college locations
Median weekly rental figures for a threebedroom house – Department of Housing Rent and Sales Report (June 2015)
NSW Sydney
Granville
Wetherill Park
Lidcombe Chullora
Miller
Easy to access! All of our colleges are easy to access by public transport and have a range of parking options if you prefer to drive
Liverpool
Bankstown Padstow
Macquarie Fields MBISC Campbelltown
Everything you could want plus more! • A few minutes from major shopping centres • 3 0 minutes from Sydney’s International Airport, Sydney Olympic Park and Sydney city • 40 minutes from popular beaches • 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Blue Mountains
Maintain your cultural and religious practices plus hobbies! Being a large and multicultural region, South Western Sydney has a variety of facilities that cater to your religious, cultural and recreational needs.
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Choose where you want to study
“ State-of-the art facilities”
Bankstown College Bankstown College provides specialist training in areas including environmental science and sustainability, animal care, business administration, hair and beauty, travel and tourism, aged care and interpreting. In addition, it is a major provider of training for
the banking and finance industry. The college has state-of-the-art facilities in hairdressing and beauty that replicate the workplace and are open to the public, an on-site childcare centre, child studies facility, and simulated business offices for practical training.
“ The college boasts outstanding hospitality facilities”
Campbelltown College Campbelltown College offers a range of training opportunities in areas including business, retail, accounting, information technology systems, project management, networking and telecommunications, hospitality, digital imaging and design, fine arts, child studies, manufacturing, engineering, and vehicle painting and repair. The college boasts outstanding hospitality facilities, including an operational training restaurant that is open to the public and cutting edge vehicle painting workshops.
Granville College Granville College is a major hub for trade training offering automotive, painting and decorating, plumbing, bricklaying, electrical, building, refrigeration, welding, plastics and polymers. Specialist on-site facilities include hair and beauty salons and a newly built butchery training centre. Granville College also offers accounting, management, IT, events, architecture, community services, and applied sciences.
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Lidcombe College brings together trades training, cutting edge design and strong industry partnerships. It is home to state centres for training in telecommunications, plastering, glass and glazing, polymer processing and furnishing trades. It boasts a recently refurbished stateof-the-art allied timber trades facility and a design centre that is well known for producing award-winning graduates in product and interior design. It hosts the Photonics and New Technology Centre, the Cisco Instructor Training Centre and a VMware Academy; and is a Cisco Systems Australia Regional Academy. Lidcombe College is also responsible for Chullora Campus, which provides training in the building and construction, electrotechnology and industrial electronic industries.
Liverpool College Liverpool College is a hub for training in the area of business including accounting, business administration, marketing and management. It also offers hair and beauty through specialist training facilities open to the public.
TAFE International Education Centre (TIEC) Liverpool College is home to the TAFE International Education Centre (TIEC), which is focused on delivering a range of English
International Student Guide 2016
Lidcombe College
“ Brings together trades training, cutting edge design and strong industry partnerships� language programs, literacy, numeracy and general education skills to international students. The centre is accredited by the National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) and is a member of English Australia, the professional association of quality English language centres. Our English courses consist of small personalised classes, rolling enrolments, 20 hours per week of class time, 5-50 week programs and a variety of English courses linked to further study options.
Macquarie Fields College Macquarie Fields College offers training across a variety of industries including sport and recreation, massage, fashion design and technology, health and aged care, business administration, tiling, IT and networking and community services. College facilities include a networking laboratory accredited as a Cisco Local Academy, a gym and student-run massage clinic. The college also encompasses the Macarthur Building Industry Skills Centre (MBISC). The skills centre specialises in carpentry, construction and allied building trades.
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“ The landscaped grounds provide the ideal setting for producing award-winning students in horticulture and floristry ”
Padstow College Padstow College is a centre of excellence for horticulture, encompassing arboriculture, bush regeneration, conservation land management, floristry, landscaping, parks and nursery. The landscaped grounds, nursery and floristry shop provide the ideal setting for producing award-winning students in horticulture and floristry. Padstow College also houses the aeroskills centre which is one of Australia’s largest facilities for nonmilitary aircraft maintenance engineer training. The centre is equipped with one of only a few helicopter simulators in Australia.
Miller College Miller College provides students with a chance to build a career in a variety of traditional trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, brick and block laying, gas fitting, and electrical. It is also the only provider of stonemasonry training in NSW and the ACT. Other areas of study at Miller College include business and administration, IT, multimedia, retail and childcare.
“ With a training restaurant for hospitality students that is open to the public”
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Wetherill Park College Wetherill Park College is a centre of excellence for automotive trades. It is well recognised for supporting the training needs of the vehicle and transport industries, with the heavy vehicle and plant mechanics section being the largest provider of training in the repair and service of heavy vehicles in NSW. The college also provides training in nursing, aged care and community services. It also has a training restaurant for hospitality students, which is open to the public.
International Student Guide 2016
Your study pathway BACHELOR DEGREE
UNIVERSITY DEGREES
ENTER A TAFE NSW COURSE AT ANY LEVEL**
Graduates will have broad and coherent knowledge and skills for professional work and/or further learning*
Bachelor degrees from leading universities
ADVANCED DIPLOMA Graduates will have a broad knowledge and skills for paraprofessional/highly skilled work and/or further learning*
DIPLOMA
DIPLOMA-TO-DEGREE (D2D) PATHWAYS Pathways to gain a degree at TAFE NSW and leading universities
Graduates will have a specialised knowledge and skills for skilled/paraprofessional work and/or further learning*
CERTIFICATE Graduates will have theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for specialised and/or skilled work and/or further learning*
ENGLISH COURSES (If necessary) Beginner to advanced
*Outcomes as indicated in the Australian Qualifications Framework www.aqf.edu.au **Pre-requisites apply for entry into TAFE NSW courses
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Your study options - English
“I believe that my decision to learn English at TAFE SWSi was definitely correct. I’ve been making progress and learning many new skills that will help me a lot. I feel ready to go to college now.” Lam Thao Quyen (Alice), Vietnam Certificate III Advanced English for Further Studies
English Language Programs
Certificate III in Advanced English for Further Study
Certificate IV in English for Academic Purposes
CRICOS code: 069146A
CRICOS code: 076317F
CRICOS Code: 082393K
Entry:
Entry:
Entry:
Beginner to Advanced
Intermediate to Upper Intermediate (Approximately 4.5 in all areas of IELTS)
IELTS 5.5 in all areas
Course description: If you want to improve your general English proficiency then this program is for you. It includes General English, English for Further Study and English for Academic Purposes. In the lower levels, you’ll learn basic grammar as well as the skills and confidence to communicate in English. This includes: • E nglish conversation and pronunciation • Reading
Course description: If you want to communicate more effectively with native speakers at work or in social situations, or you want to prepare to study in TAFE or at a university in an English speaking country, or for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, then this program is for you. This program further develops general English skills and includes: • IELTS preparation
• Listening
• Essay writing
• Writing and computer skills
• Assignment preparation
• Vocabulary and grammar.
• Job search skills
After completing the PreIntermediate level, you will also study the following: • E ssay writing and assignment preparation • Seminar presentation skills • IELTS preparation
Course length: 5 – 50 weeks depending on your English level.
Once you complete this program you will be eligible for direct entry into TAFE NSW programs if you also meet the relevant academic requirements.
Course description: This course prepares you for study at an Australian university or in higher level courses at TAFE NSW. You will require an advanced level of English to study this program. Skills developed include: • Academic writing and research • Academic reading • Seminar presentation • Preparation of assignments Once you complete this program you will be eligible for direct entry into university or TAFE NSW programs if you also meet the relevant academic requirements.
Course length: 5 – 20 weeks depending on your English level.
Course length: 5 – 20 weeks depending on your English level.
“If you are thinking of learning English at TAFE SWSi, go for it, you will never regret it. Here, the teachers listen to you. They support you. They believe in you.” Lam Thao Quyen (Alice), Vietnam Certificate III Advanced English for Further Studies
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Choose when you want to study English
Lam Thao Quyen (Alice), Vietnam Certificate III Advanced English for Further Studies
SESSION DATES 2016
2017
Session 1
4 January – 5 February
3 January – 3 February
Session 2
8 February – 11 March
6 February – 10 March
Session 3
14 March – 15 April
13 March – 13 April
Session 4
18 April – 20 May
18 April – 19 May
Session 5
23 May – 24 June
22 May – 23 June
Session 6
27 June – 29 July
26 June – 28 July
Session 7
1 August – 2 September
31 July – 1 September
Session 8
5 September – 7 October
4 September – 6 October
Session 9
10 October – 11 November
9 October – 10 November
Session 10
14 November – 16 December
13 November – 15 December
International Student Guide 2016
“I’m excited about making friends and sharing experiences with people from all over the world.”
FEES TAFE International Education Centre – 2016* Course Fees Application fee Application fee - Tourist or Working Holiday Visa
AUD$150 AUD$75
General English Program Weekly English Language programs (enrolment of 5 – 20 weeks)
AUD$340
Weekly English Language programs (enrolment of 25+ weeks)
AUD$320
Weekly English for Academic Purposes
AUD$350
Weekly Advanced English for Further Study plus Vocational package
AUD$320
Weekly English Language programs plus Vocational package
AUD$300
Arrival and Accommodation Services Airport pick up fee (if requested)
AUD$140
Homestay arrangement fee
AUD$270
Homestay (over 18 years of age)
AUD$260 per week
Homestay (under 18 years of age)
AUD$300 per week
*Prices are subject to change.
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Your study options
Vocational Education and Training Accounting PAGE 15 Aged Care PAGE 16 Architectural Studies PAGE 17 Beauty Services PAGE 18 Building and Construction PAGE 19 Business and Management PAGE 20 Butchery PAGE 21 Children’s Services PAGE 22 Community Services PAGE 23 Engineering PAGE 24 Hairdressing PAGE 25 Hospitality PAGE 26 Information Technology PAGE 27 Laboratory Technology PAGE 28 Nursing PAGE 29 Telecommunications PAGE 30 Travel and Tourism PAGE 31
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Did you know? The financial services industry employs over 420,000 people, which is expected to increase 5% by 2018.* * Source: Environment Scan 2015, Predicting change – skills for the future, Innovation & Business Skills Australia Industry Skills Council, Australian Government, Department of Education and Training.
ACCOUNTING If you enjoy working with numbers, study accounting to give yourself highly sought-after skills. Finance, banking and accounting are strong growth areas and there is always a desk open for someone with a mind for figures.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
R11362
Accounting (Diploma) D2D
088360D
FNS50215
$14,290
1
Granville
Y
Y
R11379
Accounting (Advanced Diploma) D2D
088371A
FNS60215
$21,440
1.5
Granville
Y
Y
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Did you know? TAFE SWSi has stateof-the-art facilities for training in simulated work environments for aged care.
AGED CARE Qualifications in aged care open up diverse and secure job opportunities in a growing sector. Learn how to care for older people in residential facilities, with hands-on work placement and simulated workplaces at our colleges.
Course No. 11433 S18168
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Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
Aged Care (Certificate III)
078293D
CHC30212
$6,720
0.5
Bankstown
Y
Y
Aged Care (Certificate IV) Pre-requisite: Aged Care (Certificate III) 11433. This forms a one year package program.
068293J
CHC40108
$14,110
1 year
Bankstown
Y
Y
Did you know? Over the five years to November 2019, the number of job openings for Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians is expected to be above average.* * Source: www.joboutlook.gov.au
ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES Covering both building theory and drafting skills, architectural studies gives you the skills to build a career in the development and construction industry. Learn the latest sustainable building and construction theories, while gaining impressive drafting, sketching and CAD modelling skills.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
10771
Building Design (Diploma) D2D
079001B
CPP50911
$27,000
2
Granville
Y
29706
Building Design (Graduate Diploma) Pre-requisite: Building Design (Diploma) 10771
085551K
CPP80213
$18,800
1
Granville
Y
Jul Y
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Did you know? TAFE SWSi has state-ofthe-art facilities, including simulated salons for hair and beauty at Bankstown, Granville and Liverpool Colleges. Our staff are industry specialists delivering world class training.
BEAUTY SERVICES If you are friendly, work well in a team and enjoy helping people look their best, you can build a career in the beauty industry doing what you love. Studying beauty services will give you the knowledge and skills needed to become a beauty therapist and succeed in a fast growing, high demand sector.
Course No. 18933 S18934
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Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
Beauty Therapy (Certificate IV)
074437C
SIB40110
$12,500
1
Liverpool
Y
Y
Beauty Therapy (Diploma) Pre-requisite: Academic IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
076743K
SIB50110
$16,110
1.5
Liverpool
Y
Y
Did you know? Over a five year period from November 2013 to 2018, employment in the Australian construction industry should grow relatively strong, increasing by 8% (or 83,500 workers) compared with a growth rate of 7.2% for employment overall* * Source: Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council Environmental Scan 2015-16, Australian Government, Department of Education and Training.
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION A range of courses in building and construction are available, each developed with industry to ensure the skills you learn apply directly to your job. Each course gives you a high level of skill, specialist knowledge and the capacity to work for an employer or yourself as a small business operator or subcontractor.
“ The best things about studying at TAFE SWSi are gaining a trade certification on completion, learning a new skill and the teachers.� Michael Hilton, England Certificate III Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
10210
Bricklaying/Blocklaying (Certificate III)
076741A
CPC30111
$14,430
1
Granville
Y
Y
10215
Painting and Decorating (Certificate III)
079497F
CPC30611
$13,840
1
Granville
Y
Y
S10222
Wall and Floor Tiling (Certificate III)
076742M
CPC31311
$14,540
1
Macquarie Fields
Y
Y
19734
Building and Construction (Building) (Certificate IV)
072914F
CPC40110
$13,610
1
Granville
Y
S19735
Building and Construction (Building) (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Building and Construction (Building) (Certificate IV) 19734
072913G
CPC50210
$19,780
1
Granville
Y
19735
Building and Construction (Building) (Diploma) D2D Includes: Building and Construction (Building) (Certificate IV) 19734 but leads to a Diploma qualification only
072913G
CPC50210
$27,000
2
Granville
Y
19
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Whatever it is you want to do, studying business and management will help you to work smarter, avoid pitfalls and achieve your goals. Start your own business, or climb the ladder in the corporate world with project management abilities, marketing knowledge and relationship building skills. Business, administration and management skills are useful across a wide range of sectors and industries.
Course No.
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Course Name
CRICOS
Did you know? At TAFE SWSi we offer pathways to higher education programs through partnerships with Australian Universities including Australian Catholic University, Western Sydney University and Southern Cross University. NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
20119
Business (Certificate III)
074441G
BSB30110
$5,880
0.5
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R11740
Business (Certificate IV)
086887M
BSB40215
$5,320
0.5
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R11742
Leadership and Management (Certificate IV)
079357G
BSB42015
$5,660
0.5
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R17805
Business (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Business (Certificate IV) R11740 This forms a 1 year package program.
087148E
BSB50215
$10, 840
1
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R17831
Leadership and Management (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Leadership and Management (Certificate IV) R11742
089340M
BSB51915
$13,130
1
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R17806
Business (Advanced Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Business (Diploma) R17805 and Business (Certificate IV) R11740. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
087460G
BSB60215
$16,260
1.5
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
R17832
Leadership and Management (Advanced Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Leadership and Management (Diploma) R17831 and Leadership and Management (Certificate IV) R11742. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
089339D
BSB61015
$19,690
1.5
Granville Liverpool
Y
Y
“Select your future and let the highly skilled staff assist your future”. “My career highlight is representing Australia at the 2015 Tri nations butchery challenge (Auckland), NSW team captain Australian meat industry trainers.”
Did you know?
Benjamin Barrow Head Teacher of Meat and Allied Trades
TAFE SWSi is an award winning provider of meat and allied trades training in NSW and each year more than 300 job ready butchers graduate.
BUTCHERY TAFE SWSi is an award winning provider of meat and allied trades training in NSW Granville College has new state-of-the art teaching facilities, machinery and modern equipment – including a full commercial kitchen - which will not only impress apprentice butchers studying there but also ensure their training is world-class.
Course No. 14084
Course Name
Meat Processing (Retail Butchery) (Certificate III)
CRICOS
085461A
NTIS
MTM30813
Fee AUD$ $11,300
Duration (Years) 0.5
College
Granville
Intake Feb
Jul
Y
Y
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Did you know? TAFE SWSi has stateof-the-art facilities for training in simulated work environments for children’s education and care.
CHILDREN’S SERVICES Be active every day with a rewarding career in child care. If you love children and want to have a positive impact on their growth, learning and development before school, demand for knowledgeable child care workers is high in Australia and worldwide. A major on-the-job training focus means you will start working in a child care centre during your studies.
Course No.
22
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
25272
Early Childhood Education and Care (Certificate III)
081612A
CHC30113
$7,310
0.5
Bankstown
Y
Y
25281
Early Childhood Education and Care (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Early Childhood Education and Care (Certificate III) 25272 This forms a 1.5 year package program
081611B
CHC50113
$19,310
1.5
Bankstown
Y
Y
Did you know? It is projected that 229,400 new jobs will be created in the Community Services and Health industry between 2013 and 2018.*
COMMUNITY SERVICES
* Source: Environmental Scan 2015, Building a Healthy Future: Skills Planning and Enterprise, Community Services & Health Industry Skills Council, Australian Government, Department of Education and Training.
Course No.
Course Name
With qualifications in community services you will gain the skills to address disadvantage and make a difference in peoples’ lives.
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
18701
Community Services Work (Certificate IV) Pre-requisite: Academic IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
068320M
CHC40708
$10,980
1
Bankstown
Y
Y
11454
Community Services Work (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Academic IELTS 6.0 or equivalent and Community Services Work (Certificate IV) 18701. This forms a 2 year package program.
078996F
CHC50612
$21,960
2
Bankstown
Y
Y
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Did you know? A critical shortage of engineers still ranks as one of the more costly skill shortages in Australia.* * Manufacturing Advancing the Conversation MSA Environmental Scan 2015, Manufacturing Skills Australia, Australian Government, Department of Education and Training.
ENGINEERING If you like to know how things work, an engineering course can turn your curiosity into a career. Develop hands-on technical experience working in real-life facilities, while you learn the communication, diagnosis and drafting skills needed to excel in your job. The skills you learn apply directly to the workplace.
Course No.
24
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
20263
Electronics and Communications Engineering (Diploma) D2D
078943G
UEE50511
$27,950
2
Granville
Y
Y
11778
Engineering Mechanical (Advanced Diploma) D2D
081835G
MEM60112
$27,950
2
Granville
Y
Y
20281
Engineering Technology - Electrical (Advanced Diploma) D2D
078942J
UEE62111
$27,950
2
Granville
Y
Y
20278
Engineering Technology Electronics (Advanced Diploma) D2D
078941K
UEE61711
$27,950
2
Granville
Y
Y
Did you know? There is currently a shortage of hairdressers in Australia. It is estimated that the number of job openings between 2014 and 2019 could reach 50,000 opportunities.* * Source: www.joboutlook.gov.au
HAIRDRESSING If you have creative flair and enjoy working with people, gain specialist skills and crucial experience before starting your career in a hairdressing salon. During your studies you will have opportunities to practice in simulated workplaces, gain work experience and meet top industry specialists.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
10436
Hairdressing (Certificate III)
076277J
SIH30111
$14,200
1
Bankstown
Y
Y
10437
Hairdressing (Certificate IV) Pre-requisite: Hairdressing (Certificate III) 10436. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
076278G
SIH40111
$21,300
1.5
Bankstown
Y
Y
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“I worked as a Chef in the UK at ‘Fischers at Baslow Hall’, a Michelin Star restaurant in the Derbyshire dales and ‘The Ivy’ restaurant in Covent Garden, London. Since moving to Australia I have worked at Royal Randwick and the Sofitel Wentworth Hotel”.
Did you know? TAFE SWSi is the hospitality trainer of choice for a number of establishments across metropolitan Sydney, including hotels, clubs, restaurants, cafes, function and event catering establishments, patisseries, bakeries, hospitals and nursing homes.
“Our international students are very important to us as they add a vast amount of different cultural experiences to our classes. Hospitality is a global business and it also encourages our Australian students to broaden their horizons.” Adrian Goodwin Teacher of Commercial Cookery
HOSPITALITY A qualification in hospitality can set you up for a career in such diverse areas as cookery, events, hospitality management and food service. With the range of course and unit options on offer, you will receive specialised training and real-world experience in your ideal job.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
12161
26
Jul
Commercial Cookery (Certificate III)
084127A
SIT30813
$16,000
1
Campbelltown Y
Y
N12168
Hospitality (Diploma) D2D
081969E
SIT50313
$13,600
1
Campbelltown Y
Y
S12168
Hospitality (Diploma) and Commercial Cookery (Certificate III) D2D
081969E
SIT50313
$28,400
2
Campbelltown Y
Y
Did you know? In a five year period from March 2009 to March 2014, 767,700 new ICT jobs were created across the economy.*
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
* Source: Environment Scan 2015, Predicting change – skills for the future, Innovation & Business Skills Australia Industry Skills Council, Australian Government, Department of Education and Training.
Course Name
10309
Information Technology (Certificate IV)
There are many different types of jobs in information technology, so there are many different courses you can take to get employed in the sector. An IT course will give you specialised skills, experience working with the latest tools and equipment, and the ability to make connections studying with like-minded people.
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
075846M
ICA40111
$9,800
1
Miller
Y
Y
086556G
ICT40415
$9,800
1
Lidcombe Y Campbelltown
Y
Programming (Certificate IV)
075840F
ICA40511
$9,890
1
Granville
Y
Y
Wed Based Technologies (Design and Development) (Certificate IV)
075845A
ICA40311
$7,930
1
Granville
Y
Y
R10327 Information Technology (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Information Technology (Certificate IV) 10309. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
086600J
ICT50115
$20,530
1.5
Miller
Y
Y
R10333 Information Technology Networking (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Information Technology Networking (Certificate IV) R10316. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
086637G
ICT50415
$19, 980
1.5
Lidcombe Y Campbelltown
Y
R10336 Software Development (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Programming (Certificate IV) 10317. This forms a 1.5 year package program.
086687G
ICT50715
$19,000
1.5
Granville
Y
Y
R10335 Website Development (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Wed Based Technologies (Design and Development) (Certificate IV) S10315 This forms a 1.5 year package program.
086672D
ICT50615
$18,580
1.5
Granville
Y
Y
R10341 Network Security (Advanced Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Information Technology Networking (Diploma) R10333. This forms a 2 year package program.
086736D
ICT60215
$26,630
2
Lidcombe
Y
Y
R10316 Information Technology Networking (Certificate IV) 10317 S10315
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Did you know? Over the five years to November 2019, the number of job openings for medical laboratory scientists is expected to increase 24% to 27,000.* * Source: www.joboutlook.gov.au
LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY With a combination of scientific knowledge and practical experience doing field testing, you will be ready to start working in compliance, technical and laboratory roles in a range of organisations.
Course No. 19412
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Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
Laboratory Techniques (Certificate IV)
075905E
MSL40109
$11,900
1
Granville
Y
Y
S19415
Laboratory Technology (Biological and Environmental Testing) (Diploma) D2D
075902G
MSL50109
$21,670
1.5
Granville
Y
Y
19417
Laboratory Technology (Chemical and Forensic Testing) (Diploma) D2D
076724B
MSL50109
$27,000
2
Granville
Y
Y
S19419
Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) (Diploma) D2D
075903G
MSL50109
$24,880
1.5
Granville
Y
Y
Did you know? TAFE SWSi has stateof-the-art facilities for training in simulated work environments for nursing.
NURSING If you are patient, tolerant and enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, consider a career in nursing. Your course will give you practical experience working in hospitals and other facilities like aged care. TAFE NSW offers qualifications up to Enrolled–Division 2 Nursing, with pathways to university for further training.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
14393
Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0). PTE score 58 (no band less than 50) and TOEFL iBT 86 (no band less than 74)
077568A
HLT51612
$22,370
1.5
Wetherill Park
S14393
Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) - Fast Track (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0). PTE score 58 (no band less than 50) and TOEFL iBT 86 (no band less than 74)
077568A
HLT51612
$19,630
1
Wetherill Park
Jul Y
Y
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Did you know? In recent years, growth in the number of telecommunications technician and engineering roles far outpaced the average growth of all occupations.*
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
* Source: www.joboutlook.gov.au
Learn how to build and work with network infrastructure, internet protocol (IP) and the optical technology of the future.
Course No.
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Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
14240
Telecommunications Network Technology (Certificate IV)
084376F
ICT40613
$12,480
1
Lidcombe
Y
Y
11229
Telecommunications Network Engineering (Diploma) Pre-requisite: Telecommunications Network Technology (Certificate IV) 14240
073796K
ICT50210
$9,590
1.5
Lidcombe
Y
Y
11234
Telecommunications Network Engineering (Advanced Diploma) Pre-requisite: Telecommunications Network Engineering (Diploma) 11229
073795M
ICT60210
$6,240
0.5
Lidcombe
Y
Y
Did you know? TAFE SWSi is among the top providers of travel and tourism training in Australia. Our trainers are experts in their industry and train more than 400 graduates who are employed in the travel and tourism industry each year.
TRAVEL AND TOURISM A course in travel and tourism prepares you for a career in a vibrant and growing industry. Produce a festival, become a guide or work in international tourism with the knowledge and hands-on experience gained in your studies.
Course No.
Course Name
CRICOS
NTIS
Fee AUD$
Duration (Years)
College
Intake Feb
Jul
11791
Travel and Tourism (Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Students must be over 18 years of age
080946J
SIT50112
$9,800
1
Bankstown
Y
Y
11563
Travel and Tourism (Advanced Diploma) D2D Pre-requisite: Students must be over 18 years of age
079854A
SIT60112
$15,850
1.5
Bankstown
Y
Y
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Your study options Diploma to Degree
D2D If you study a diploma or advanced diploma at TAFE SWSi you may receive credit towards a bachelor degree at selected universities – meaning you can complete your degree in less years!
There are many advantages for you with this approach Save time on completing your bachelor degree Transfer with credit to university to complete your degree in less years!
Lower fees
Two qualifications
TAFE NSW fees are generally lower than university fees meaning you save money when you use the Diploma to Degree program to complete your bachelor degree!
You will get a TAFE NSW diploma and a bachelor degree – bettering your future job prospects!
Smaller class sizes Our classes are smaller than university classes meaning you will get more personalised attention!
For more information about Diploma to Degree pathways with our partner universities including a full list of D2D courses, credit points, up-to-date fees, campus locations and subject choices, please visit: www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/university-pathways
University partners
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University of Canberra CRICOS provider code 00212K
Australian Catholic University CRICOS provider code 00004G, 00112C, 00873F, 00885B
Charles Sturt University CRICOS provider code 00005, 01947G, 02960B
Southern Cross University CRICOS provider code NSW 01241G
Western Sydney University CRICOS provider code 00917K
University of Technology, Sydney CRICOS provider code 00099F
Bachelor of Information Technology (CRICOS code: 019936G and course code: 322AA)
Upgrade your diploma to a degree and get all the benefits of studying at TAFE! • TAFE SWSi and the University of Canberra have developed a pathway program for our TAFE SWSi diploma graduates to continue their studies with us and gain a bachelor degree in only two years! • Gain experience in developing information technology to assist modern organisations, and improve your teamwork, project management and communication skills at the same time! • We offer affordable fees, small class sizes and a high level of direct contact with industry expert teachers! Location: Course code: CRICOS code: Fee:
Education and Training Centre, Liverpool 322AA 019936G AUD$19,660 per year
This degree covers: • network engineering • information systems in organisations
Five more reasons to choose us!
1.
Gain practical experience across a variety of programming environments, and web design and programming tools.
2.
Save on the cost and length of the degree (due to receiving credit for your Diploma).
3.
TAFE SWSi is an award winning training provider and the degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
4.
Streamlined visa processing is available.
5.
Graduates may be eligible for a temporary graduate visa — post study work stream.
• database design • software technology • mathematical methods • enterprise and cloud computing • systems analysis and modelling • web design and programming • document and workflow management • wireless networks • systems project and quality management • computer and network security • software systems architecture.
WEBSITE: swsi.tafensw.edu.au/Higher-Education-Programs/ Bachelor-of-Information-Technology EMAIL: swsi.international@tafensw.edu.au PHONE: +612 8713 6552
University of Canberra CRICOS provider code 00212K
HIGHER EDUCATION
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Are you eligible for a scholarship?
TAFE SWSi Scholarships In 2016 TAFE SWSi will offer scholarships to current international students who are studying a diploma or advanced diploma. Each scholarship will contribute AUD$2,000 towards tuition fees. For more information visit https:// international.swsi.tafensw.edu.au
Australia Awards Scholarships The Australian Government, through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, offers scholarships that provide financial support for citizens of specific countries to study in Australia. To see if you are eligible visit http:// dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/ australia-awards/pages/australiaawards-scholarships.aspx
Australia Awards Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships If you are from Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas, you may be eligible to apply for a scholarship to study our diploma and advanced diploma courses. Tuition fees and living allowance are provided if you are successful. To see if you are eligible visit https://internationaleducation. gov.au/Endeavour%20program/ Scholarships-and-Fellowships/Pages/ default.aspx
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“Before I came to Australia I was a midwife in a village in my home country of Kenya. I certainly will be able to assist my people further and enhance my career opportunities after completing my studies at Granville College�. Immanuel Njenga Njoroge, Kenya, Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) and Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Chemical and Forensic Testing) TAFE NSW Scholarship recipient 2014 NSW International VET Student of the Year
How can you apply? Choose the course and college where you want to study
For diploma-to-degree packages, download the partner university application form and submit along with your TAFE NSW application
Complete the TAFE NSW application form
Apply: Provide certified copies of your documents
Online www.studyintafe.edu.au
Submit your application via email, post or in person
Via a registered education agent
We will assess your application and issue an offer letter(s) with an invoice
Make your payment
www.studyintafe.edu.au/agents
@
We will issue a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) Apply for your visa and ENROL AT TAFE SWSi!
Email swsi.international@tafensw.edu.au
Post International Business Centre TAFE NSW – South Western Sydney Institute Building A, 500 Chapel Road Bankstown NSW 2200 Australia
Checklist - Don’t forget to attach these documents to your application: Certified copy of your passport pages with personal details including the page containing a current Australian visa – if applicable
Certified copy of English language test results – if applicable
Certified copy of academic transcripts and educational certificates (with certified translations if not in English)
Copy of your current electronic Confirmation of Enrolments (eCoE) – if applicable
Non-refundable AUD$150 application fee if you apply for an English only course
Certified copy of documents to be assessed for Recognition of Prior Learning – if applicable
Certified copy of your health fund membership card – if applicable
Any additional documents required for the course you are applying for
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ACADEMICREQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS ACADEMIC Do you meet the entry requirements?
Academic Requirements
Entry into every TAFE NSW course requires a specific level of academic achievement. For information about Entry every TAFE NSW course requires a specific of academic achievement. Entry intointo every TAFE NSW course requires a specific levellevel of academic achievement. your chosen course, go to the website: For information about your chosen course, go to the website:
For information about your chosen course, go to the website: www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/entry-requirements www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/entry-requirements www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/entry-requirements table below shows a sample of the academic equivalences by country. The table below shows a sample of the academic TheThe table below shows a sample of the academic equivalences by country.
equivalences by country.
COUNTRY YEARYEAR 10 EQUIVALENT 12 EQUIVALENT COUNTRY 10 EQUIVALENT YEARYEAR 12 EQUIVALENT Secondary School Secondary School Certificate Certificate Secondary Certificate/ HigherHigher Secondary Certificate/ BANGLADESH First Division BANGLADESH First Division (pass)(pass) DIBP requires DIBP requires GCE A-Level (3 passes) completion of11Year 11 GCE A-Level (3 passes) completion of Year for student for student visa visa BRAZIL BRAZIL
Year 10 equivalent/ Certificado/diploma Certificado/diploma de Year 10 equivalent/ de Fundamental EnsinoEnsino EnsinoEnsino Fundamental MedioMedio DIBP requires DIBP requires
Diploma of Upper Secondary Education/Baccalaureate Education/Baccalaureate
CAMBODIA completion completion of11Year 11 Diploma of Upper Secondary CAMBODIA of Year
for student for student visa visa
CHILE CHILE
Educacion Educacion MediaMedia
Tecnico Tecnico MediaMedia
CHINACHINA
DIBP requires DIBP requires completion of11Year 11 Certificate Certificate of Graduation completion of Year of Graduation for student for student visa visa
DIBP requires DIBP requires COLOMBIA completion completion of11Year 11 Bachillerato Bachillerato COLOMBIA of Year for student for student visa visa FIJI
FIJI
FRANCE FRANCE
DIBP requires Fiji Form 7 Examination/Fiji DIBP requires Fiji Form 7 Examination/Fiji completion of11Year 11 School School Leaving Certificate completion of Year Leaving Certificate for student (FSLC) for student visa visa (FSLC)
Secondary JuniorJunior Secondary (JTK) (JTK)
JAPANJAPAN
GCE O-Level (KCPE) GCE O-Level (KCPE) Certificate of Secondary KenyaKenya Certificate of Secondary DIBP requires DIBP requires Education (KCSE) (KCSE) completion of11Year 11 Education completion of Year for student for student visa visa
Completion of Senior REPUBLIC Completion of Senior General/Academic REPUBLIC General/Academic SeniorSenior High High High School Grade 1 or OF KOREA High School Grade 1 or School Certificate OF KOREA School Certificate equivalent equivalent
1stcompletion year completion 1st year of General Secondary of General Secondary School/Technical School/Technical Baccalaureat Libanaise Baccalaureat Libanaise Secondary School (Baccalaureat LEBANON Secondary School (Baccalaureat LEBANON 2) or 2) or Baccalaureat Technique Baccalaureat Technique DIBP requires DIBP requires completion of11Year 11 completion of Year for student for student visa visa Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia
(SPM); Senior Middle MALAYSIA (SPM); Senior Middle (STPM) or MALAYSIA (STPM) or
2 or equivalent 2 or equivalent GCE GCE GCE A-Level (2 passes) GCE A-Level (2 passes) O-Level O-Level
Secondary School SeniorSenior Secondary School Certificate of Completion Certificate of Completion (ijazah/STTB SMA/STTB (ijazah/STTB SMA/STTB SMK/ SMK/ STTB/MA) STTB/MA)
All Indian Secondary All Indian Secondary School Certificate School Certificate Certificate of IndianIndian Certificate of All Senior India Senior School School Secondary EducationAll India Secondary Education Certificate Certificate (ICSE(ICSE SX) SX) School Certificate IndianIndian School Certificate Secondary Secondary Certification, Certification, GCE GCE Secondary 12 SeniorSenior Secondary (Year (Year 12 O-Level O-Level Examination, GCE A-Level) Examination, GCE A-Level) DIBP requires DIBP requires completion of11Year 11 completion of Year for student for student visa visa
Certificado de Certificado de Educacion Secundaria 2-3Preparatoria year Preparatoria or Educacion Secundaria 2-3 year or (Certificate of Bachillerato program (Certificate of Bachillerato program Secondary Education) Secondary Education)
NEPALNEPAL
DIBP requires DIBP requires Higher Secondary Education completion of11Year 11 Higher Secondary Education completion of Year Certificate (Grade BoardBoard Certificate (Grade 12) 12) for student for student visa visa
Secondary School Secondary School Certificate Certificate Secondary HigherHigher Secondary PAKISTAN DIBP requires PAKISTAN DIBP requires School Certificate School Certificate completion of11Year 11 completion of Year for student for student visa visa PERU PERU
año de TercerTercer año de Secundaria Comun Completa educación secundariaSecundaria Comun Completa educación secundaria DIBP requires DIBP requires
Certificate of Graduation/ High School Diploma High School Diploma
PHILIPPINEScompletion completion of11Year 11 Certificate of Graduation/ PHILIPPINES of Year
for student for student visa visa
Sri Lankan GCE O-Level Sri Lankan GCE O-Level Sri Lankan GCE A-Level Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (3 passes) or British (3 passes) or British GCE GCE completion of11Year 11 completion of Year A-Level (2 passes) A-Level (2 passes) for student for student visa visa
DIBP requires SRI LANKA DIBP requires SRI LANKA
TAIWAN TAIWAN
High School Leaving SeniorSenior High School Leaving Certificate (Diploma) Certificate (Diploma)
Year 10 Year 10
Diploma di superamento Diploma di superamento dell’esame di conclusivo stato conclusivo dell’esame di stato dei di corsi di istruzione dei corsi istruzione Diploma di scuola Diploma di scuola secondaria superiore (Upper secondaria superiore (Upper secondaria di primo secondaria di primo Secondary School Leaving Secondary School Leaving gradogrado Certificate) or Certificate) or Diploma (Diploma of Diploma licealeliceale (Diploma of State examination) State examination)
Upper Secondary THAILAND Upper Secondary THAILAND
Completion of Completion of Kotogakko Kotogakko Year 1Year 1 Secondary LowerLower Secondary Leaving Certificate Leaving Certificate
UNITED GCE O-Level/ UNITED GCE O-Level/ KINGDOM Vocational Vocational KINGDOM GCSEGCSE
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho(Upper Secondary Shosho(Upper Secondary School Certificate)/ Shomeisho School Certificate)/ Shomeisho
GCE A-Level or equivalent GCE A-Level or equivalent including attwo leastsubjects two subjects including at least atA-Level GCE A-Level at GCE
MEXICO MEXICO
Baccalaureat/Brevet fundamentals Baccalaureat/Brevet BrevetBrevet fundamentals professionelles professionelles
INDONESIA School School Certificate INDONESIA Certificate
ITALY ITALY
KENYAKENYA
MAURITIUS GCE O-Level GCE O-Level MAURITIUS
Certificate Hong Hong Kong Kong Certificate of Education of Education Advanced Hong Hong Kong Kong Advanced Examination Examination HONGHONG KONG KONG Examination (HKALE) Level Level Examination (HKALE) High School – SeniorSenior High School – Year 1Year 1
INDIA INDIA
COUNTRY YEARYEAR 10 EQUIVALENT 12 EQUIVALENT COUNTRY 10 EQUIVALENT YEARYEAR 12 EQUIVALENT
School School
TURKEY TURKEY
VIETNAM VIETNAM
–
–
Certificate of Certificate of Secondary Education Secondary Education Lise Diplomasi (Secondary Lise Diplomasi (Secondary School Diploma) School Diploma) Technical or Vocational School Technical or Vocational School Diploma (Teknik or Meslek Diploma (Teknik or Meslek Lise Diplomasi) Lise Diplomasi) General Certificate of General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Secondary Education (GCSE) or aA-Level GCE A-Level or a GCE
DIBP requires DIBP requires Secondary Education UpperUpper Secondary Education completion of11Year completion of Year for 11 for Graduation Diploma Graduation Diploma (Bang(Bang Tot Tot student student visa visa nghiep hocthong) Pho thong) nghiep TrungTrung hoc Pho (Visa Subclass 572 only) (Visa Subclass 572 only)
English requirements IELTS TOEFL TOEFL PTE Cambridge Cambridge Cambridge Academic PB IBT Academic English: English: English scale: courses have additional requirements including portfolios, essays and interviews. The minimum English language requirement is Academic SomeSome courses have additional requirements including portfolios, essays and interviews. The minimum English language requirement is Academic IELTSIELTS 5.5 or5.5 or TOEFL or a TAFE Certificate 3 in Advanced English for Further the website www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/entry-requirements TOEFL (iBT) (iBT) 46 or 46 a TAFE NSW NSW Certificate 3 in Advanced English for Further Study.Study. PleasePlease checkcheck the website www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/entry-requirements Advanced Proficiency CAE and CPE for course-specific requirements. for course-specific entry entry requirements. (CAE) (CPE) from 2015 Pre-2015 Pre-2015 = Department of Immigration and Border Protection (relates to student visa requirements). DIBP DIBP = Department of Immigration and Border Protection (relates to student visa requirements).
36
5.5 60 60
506
62
46
47
-
162
6.0
534
73
54
52
-
169
6.5
565
85
61
58
45
176
7.0
592
96
68
67
51
185
Your 2016 key semester dates JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
SEMESTER ONE BEGINS Term One
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
1 Feb
1 Feb – 3 Apr
Autumn Student Vacation Term Two
4 Apr - 17 Apr 18 Apr – 19 Jun
SEMESTER ONE ENDS
19 Jun
Winter Student Vacation
27 Jun – 10 Jul
SEMESTER TWO BEGINS Term Three 19 Sep – 3 Oct
11 Jul
11 Jul – 18 Sep
Spring Student Vacation
4 Oct – 27 Nov 27 Nov
Term Four SEMESTER TWO ENDS
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Your fees The tuition fee is payable in advance every semester. Your letter of offer from TAFE NSW will explain payment details. Tuition fee – the total course fee can range from: • AUD$3,690–$14,000* per semester for vocational courses • AUD$6,000–$10,400 per semester for TAFE NSW Degree courses
>> Uniform, equipment and text books: AUD$300–$2,500 per course >> Overseas Students Health Cover: AUD$585 per year/per student or AUD$2,865 per year/per family >> Airport pick-up:
• AUD$250–$350 per week for English language courses
AUD$140
Package: English* and Vocational courses
>> Accommodation placement fee:
• English tuition fee
AUD$300 (this includes guardian arrangement for students under 18 years of age)
• AUD$2,000 deposit
Package: English* and/or Vocational courses plus Higher Education (degree) courses • English tuition fee • AUD$2,000 deposit (if applicable) • AUD$3,000 non-refundable deposit
TAFE NSW registration fee AUD$100 (non-refundable)
English Language application fee AUD$150 (non-refundable)
TAFE NSW Higher Education, Vocational and English Language package registration fees AUD$150 * More than ten weeks
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OTHER FEES
>> Diploma-to-Degree: Partial payment deposit for university course: • Australian Catholic University: AUD$5,000 • Charles Sturt University: AUD$10,000/$20,000 • Southern Cross University: AUD$6,000 • University of Canberra: AUD$5,000 • University of Newcastle: AUD$5,000 • Western Sydney University: AUD$10,000 • University of Technology Sydney: AUD$110 application fee Tuition fees and university deposit information are current at time of printing but subject to review and/or change.
TAFE NSW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM
Please complete the application form in English. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY IN CAPITAL LETTERS.
SECTION 1 – STUDENT DETAILS Surname or Family Name Given Name(s) Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
/
/
Male
Female
Nationality
Passport Number
Country of Birth
If you are currently living outside Australia, please provide your overseas address. If you are already living in Australia, please provide your Australian address. Number and Street Suburb/Town/City
Postcode/ZIP
Country Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
+
(include country code)
(include country code)
+
Student Email Address (an email address is mandatory so we can send you correspondence)
SECTION 2 – PREVIOUS TAFE NSW STUDIES Have you previously been enrolled at a TAFE NSW Institute?
Yes
No
If yes, please provide your student number
SECTION 3 – ENGLISH PROFICIENCY if one of the three options applies:
1 I have taken a recognised English language test in the past two years (eg IELTS, TOEFL, PTE) Name of test
2 I will take an IELTS/TOEFL/PTE English test on (DD/MM/YYYY): /
Score
Date of Test (DD/MM/YYYY)
/
/
3 English was the medium of instruction in my senior school studies and I gained a satisfactory pass in English
/
PAGE 1 OF 6
Please tick
Please attach documentation if you selected option 1 or 3 above
SECTION 4 – COURSE CHOICES
A
ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES
Preferred English Language Centre location:
I wish to enrol in a TAFE NSW English course before I commence my Certificate, Diploma or Degree course for the following number of weeks:
5 weeks
10 weeks
15 weeks
20 weeks
25 weeks
30 weeks
35 weeks
40 weeks
45 weeks
50 weeks
/
Start month (MM/YYYY)
Ultimo (Sydney)
Kingscliff (North Coast)
Wollongong (Illawarra)
Liverpool (South Western Sydney)
Blacktown (Western Sydney)
Newcastle (Hunter)
Note: The number of weeks is subject to assessment by TAFE NSW
B
Meadowbank (Northern Sydney)
Parramatta (Western Sydney)
TAFE NSW VOCATIONAL COURSES Please indicate the TAFE NSW course you wish to study and your preferred location. Refer to the map of Institutes on our website www.studyintafe.edu.au
Starting month
February
TAFE NSW course number
April*
July
September*
TAFE NSW course name
Start year Campus preference 1
Campus preference 2
If you wish to package the above course with additional TAFE NSW courses, please nominate the courses below. You may only apply for one of the packages listed at www.studyintafe.edu.au
TAFE NSW course number
TAFE NSW course name
Second course Third course * Only available for some courses. See studyintafe.edu.au/courses
C
TAFE NSW HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES Please indicate the TAFE NSW Higher Education course you wish to study and your preferred location. Refer to our website www.studyintafe.edu.au
Starting month February July Start year TAFE NSW course number TAFE NSW course name
D
Campus preference 1
Campus preference 2
DIPLOMA-TO-DEGREE (D2D) PACKAGES If you wish to apply for a Diploma-to-Degree (D2D) package, please nominate the university course below and complete a separate university application form. Application forms and information about partner universities and D2D courses are available at www.studyintafe.edu.au
University course number
University course name
University name Australian Catholic University (ACU)
Campus preference 1
Campus preference 2
Charles Sturt University (CSU)
University of Canberra (UC)
Western Sydney University
Southern Cross University (SCU)
The University of Newcastle (UoN)
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Updated September 2015
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SECTION 5 – EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS Please provide the contact details of a family member or friend we can contact in an emergency. Students under 18 years of age must provide parent contact details.
Surname or Family Name
Given Name(s)
Is their address the same as listed under Student Details on previous page?
Yes
No
If yes, complete Relationship, Phone Numbers and Email below
Number and Street Suburb/Town/City
Postcode/ZIP
Country Home Phone Number
(include country code)
Relationship Mobile Phone Number
+
(include country code)
+
Email Address
(an email address is mandatory so we can send them correspondence)
SECTION 6 – VISA AND OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER (OSHC) Do you hold a current Australian visa?
Yes
No
Where will you lodge your student visa application?
Expiry date
If yes, what visa type?
City
If no, please tick
Yes
No
Yes
If yes, you will be asked to provide full details No and copies of any documents.
Expiry date
If yes, name of current provider?
the type of OSHC that you require:
/
Country
Have you been refused a visa from any country including Australia for any reason? Do you already have OHSC cover?
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(DD/MM/YYYY)
Single
Couple
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(DD/MM/YYYY)
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Family (one/both parents with one or more children)
SECTION 7 – EDUCATION (a) Current studies in Australia Are you currently studying in Australia?
Yes
No
If yes, please complete the details below and provide a copy of your currently held electronic Confirmation of Enrolments End date
Date started
Course
Institution name
(DD/MM/YYYY)
(DD/MM/YYYY)
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(b) Previous studies Please list details of your previous education and training (high school, tertiary) which will be used to assess your eligibility for your course of study. Please attach certified copies of full academic transcripts.
Highest qualification/level of study Qualification (eg. A-Levels, Year 12, Diploma, Degree etc)
Institution name
Country
Year finished
SECTION 8 – RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is a process for giving candidates credit for skills, knowledge and experience gained through working and learning. It can be gained at any stage of their lives, through formal and informal learning, in Australia or overseas, through work or other activities such as volunteering. Are you applying for RPL?
Yes
If yes, please provide certified copies of education result transcripts and details of courses e.g. syllabus documents, details and references on work experience
No
SECTION 9 – HOMESTAY AND ARRIVAL SERVICES (a) Students 18 years and over
(b) Students under the age of 18 years
Please tick
International students under 18 years of age must have appropriate accommodation and welfare arrangements for the period of study in Australia. Students under 18 years of age must have a NSW resident guardian/carer. Parents must nominate one of the following accommodation and welfare options:
if you require:
Homestay placement Airport pickup If you have ticked either box, further information will be sent to you.
I will nominate a guardian who is a suitable relative resident in NSW who will act in matters relating to the welfare and progress of the child. For further details please refer to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) website www.border.gov.au I request that TAFE NSW arrange Homestay, guardianship and airport pickup. Fees apply, see www.studyintafe.edu.au/study/tafe/fees
SECTION 10 – DISABILITY SUPPORT Do you have a disability that requires TAFE NSW to assist you in your learning environment?
Yes
No
Please refer to Terms and Conditions
If yes, please provide details
SECTION 11 – AGENT DETAILS I confirm that I have briefed the applicant and the applicant’s parents (if applicant is under 18) on the Terms and Conditions relating to this application and that I have provided the applicant with relevant information on TAFE NSW and the course consistent with the requirements of the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code 2007. /
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
/
Are you a registered agent with TAFE NSW? Agent Name Branch Office Phone Number
(including country code)
+
Yes
No
To apply Agent Representative Stamp
Email application form and certified documents to: intadmissions@tafensw.edu.au
Email Address
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TAFE NSW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM FOR VOCATIONAL AND HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TAFE NSW defines a study period as the following: > English language courses: up to 24 weeks; the study period will be the duration of the course. For courses over 24 weeks the study period will be 10 weeks. > Vocational (VET) study: 1 standard semester, 18 teaching weeks. For students commencing a course in months other than February or July the study period will be defined in the offer letter. For courses which are 9 months duration, the study period will be defined as 1 term. > Higher Education study: 1 standard semester, 15 teaching weeks. A standard Vocational semester consists of 2 terms, with a total of 18 teaching weeks. A standard Higher Education semester consists of 2 terms, with a total of 15 teaching weeks. All fees in these terms and conditions are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
1 REVIEW OF TUITION FEES TAFE NSW reserves the right to review its fees and charges. If tuition fees are changed you will be required to pay the new fees from the commencement of the next semester. If you defer your course, you will be required to pay the fees applicable at your new commencement date. Fee increases for students who have commenced and re-enrol in the same course or a new course within a package of courses will be limited to a maximum of 10 percent of the original fee.
(i) Vocational courses If you are required to repeat subjects to complete your course of study or granted a variation to your study load due to recognition of prior learning, a pro-rata fee will apply if the number of hours of study is less than 50 percent of a standard semester load. However, if the number of hours of study is equal to or more than 50 percent of a standard semester load, a full semester fee will apply. (ii) Higher Education courses If in a semester you are approved to enrol in less than a standard semester load, fees will be charged on a per-subject basis.
3 TAFE NSW VOCATIONAL, HIGHER EDUCATION AND PACKAGED PROGRAMS I. Payment of fees > New students must pay the registration fee, English language tuition fee (if applicable), Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of the visa, and the course tuition fees by the due date stated in the letter of offer. This must be paid prior to the start of the course. > If a TAFE NSW Diploma is packaged with a TAFE NSW vocational Advanced Diploma or Higher Education course then students will be required to pay a non-refundable course fee of $4,500. This fee will be used towards the Advanced Diploma or Higher Education component of their package. > The following table shows the payment arrangements before commencement for new students for Vocational or Higher Education courses or packages of English language, Vocational and/or Higher Education courses.
STUDY OPTIONS
FIRST PAYMENT
DUE DATE
SECOND PAYMENT
DUE DATE
VET only
One semester* of VET tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Not applicable
Not applicable
COMBINED English language 24 weeks or less + VET
Full English language tuition fees + $2,000 VET tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Balance of semester’s VET tuition fees if applicable
3 weeks before VET course commencement
(students studying less than 10 weeks of English must pay one semester of VET tuition fees)
If VET includes an Advanced Diploma
+ $4,500 non-refundable Advanced Diploma tuition fees
Balance of semester’s Advanced Diploma tuition fees
3 weeks before Advanced Diploma course commencement
COMBINED English language more than 24 weeks + VET
Maximum of 50 percent of the total English language tuition fees + $2,000 VET tuition fees
Balance of English tuition fees
2 weeks before the second study period
Balance of semester’s VET tuition fees
3 weeks before VET course commencement
If VET includes an Advanced Diploma
+ $4,500 non-refundable Advanced Diploma tuition fees
Balance of semester’s Advanced Diploma tuition fees
3 weeks before Advanced Diploma course commencement
COMBINED VET + TAFE NSW Higher Education
One semester* of VET tuition fees + $4,500 non-refundable Higher Education tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Balance of semester’s Higher Education tuition fees
3 weeks before Higher Education course commencement
COMBINED English language 24 weeks or less + VET + TAFE NSW Higher Education
Full English language tuition fees + $2,000 VET tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Balance of semester’s VET tuition fees if applicable
3 weeks before VET course commencement
Balance of semester’s Higher Education tuition fees
3 weeks before Higher Education course commencement
Balance of English tuition fees
2 weeks before the second study period
Balance of semester’s VET tuition fees
3 weeks before VET course commencement
Balance of semester’s Higher Education tuition fees
3 weeks before Higher Education course commencement
As per statement of fees
(students studying less than 10 weeks of English must pay one semester of VET tuition fee)
+ $4,500 non-refundable Higher Education tuition fees Maximum of 50 percent of the total English language tuition fees + $2,000 VET tuition fees + $4,500 non-refundable Higher Education tuition fees
As per statement of fees
TAFE NSW Higher Education only
One semester of Higher Education tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Not applicable
Not applicable
COMBINED English language 24 weeks or less + TAFE NSW Higher Education
Full English language tuition fees + $4,500 non-refundable Higher Education tuition fees
As per statement of fees
Balance of semester’s Higher Education tuition fees
3 weeks before Higher Education course commencement
As per statement of fees
Balance of English tuition fees
2 weeks before the second study period
Balance of semester’s Higher Education tuition fees
3 weeks before Higher Education course commencement
COMBINED English language more than 24 weeks + VET + TAFE NSW Higher Education
COMBINED English language more than 24 weeks + TAFE NSW Higher Education
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2 VARIATION OF TUITION FEES
Such approvals will be given only where you obtain recognition of prior learning or are exempted from certain subjects in a semester or where your study load is reduced as part of an academic intervention strategy.
(students studying less than 10 weeks of English must pay one semester of Higher Education tuition fees)
Maximum of 50 percent of the total English language tuition fees + $4,500 non-refundable Higher Education tuition fees
* 50 percent of tuition fees will be charged for courses less than 12 months duration and more than 6 months duration. TAFE NSW - Technical and Further Education Commission CRICOS Code: 00591E | NSW TAFE Commission trading as TAFE NSW Higher Education CRICOS Code: 00591E
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TAFE NSW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM FOR VOCATIONAL AND HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES
TERMS AND CONDITIONS > When you pay fees for a packaged English language and Higher Education and/or vocational course with TAFE NSW, the fees for the English language course are charged at the packaged (discounted) fee rate per week. If you withdraw from the TAFE course, then the undiscounted English language fee applies. Tuition fees for Higher Education or vocational and packaged programs are payable within 4 weeks of receipt of an offer to study at a TAFE NSW Institute. If you apply within 4 weeks of the course commencement date, the fees are payable within 7 days of receipt of the offer letter. > Continuing English language students (with offers of more than 24 weeks) must pay the balance of their tuition fee for their English language course of study by the due date on their additional fee statement (2 weeks before the commencement of the next study period) or a late payment fee of $200 will apply. Failure to pay the fees may lead to cancellation of enrolment. Academic results will be withheld when fees are outstanding. > Continuing Higher Education and/or vocational course students must pay the tuition fee for their next study period by the due date on their fee statement (2 weeks before the commencement of the next study period) or a late payment fee of $200 will apply. Failure to pay the fees may lead to cancellation of enrolment. Academic results will be withheld when fees are outstanding. II. Change of course/college and fees > Once an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) has been issued to you and you wish to change your course or college before or during the course period, an application to change course/college must be lodged with TAFE NSW. Approval of the application is not guaranteed.
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> Different tuition fees may apply for the same/different course at same/ different colleges. Where a change of course/college is approved, either within a TAFE NSW Institute or at another TAFE NSW Institute, and a higher tuition fee applies for the same/different course at the same/second campus, you must pay any difference in the fees applicable before you can enrol in the same/second course/campus. > If a lower fee applies for the same/different campus/course at the same/second campus, you can either apply for a refund of the excess fee or the excess will be carried forward as a credit to next semester fee. III. Refund policy for Higher Education or Vocational Course only or Higher Education or Vocational Course component of a packaged program > This refund policy will apply only when TAFE NSW has issued you with an eCoE, regardless of whether you have or have not submitted your application for a student visa. > There is no refund for days designated as Australian/NSW public holidays. > Processing fee, application/registration fee, accommodation placement fee (including guardianship arrangement) and airport pick-up fee are not refundable. > The tuition fee of $4,500 paid towards the TAFE NSW vocational Advanced Diploma or Higher Education component of a package is non-refundable upon the acceptance of the offer, except in the case of a visa refusal. Tuition fees paid are not refundable if: > A student fails to comply with the conditions of enrolment at TAFE NSW Institute. > A student breaches any of the visa requirements of his or her visa as imposed by the Australian Government. > A student requests a transfer to another provider prior to the completion of 6 months of their principal course in TAFE NSW and this request is not approved. > A student withdraws from their vocational course on or after the commencement date of the course of study. > A student withdraws from their higher education course after the relevant census date. Census dates are listed in the Higher Education calendar www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/tafe-nsw-degrees/academic-calendar > A student/parent provides false or misleading information. Part or whole of the tuition fees paid are refundable under the following circumstances: > If your application for a visa to study in TAFE NSW is refused before commencing a course, then a deduction of $300 or 5 percent of the tuition fees paid, whichever is the lesser, will apply. > If you commence a TAFE NSW course before your student visa application has been processed and it is subsequently rejected, a prorata refund of tuition fees paid will be made. > TAFE NSW will refund 90 percent of the tuition fees paid if you withdraw from your Higher Education and/or vocational course 4 weeks (28 days) or more before course semester commencement, except where you have applied for a packaged English language and/ or Higher Education or vocational course, where the English language fees have been charged at the packaged (discounted) fee rate per
week. Withdrawal from the Higher Education and/or vocational course will incur the charge for the relevant English language fee calculated by reference to the undiscounted weekly rate or the applicable rate for the stand alone English course. The difference between the relevant fee and the lower packaged fee for English will be deducted from the refundable Higher Education and/or vocational course tuition fees. > TAFE NSW will refund 80 percent of the tuition fees paid if you withdraw from your Higher Education and/or vocational course within the final 4 weeks (28 days) before the course semester commencement, except where you have applied for a packaged English language and Higher Education and/or vocational course, where the English language fees have been charged at the packaged (discounted) fee rate per week. Withdrawal from the Higher Education and/or vocational course will incur the charge for the relevant English language fee calculated by reference to the undiscounted weekly rate or the applicable rate for the stand alone English course. The difference between the relevant fee and the lower packaged fee for English will be deducted from the refundable Higher Education and/or vocational course tuition fees. > TAFE NSW will refund 75 percent of the tuition fees paid for a vocational course where you: (a) Receive an offer for an undergraduate course which is not offered by TAFE NSW Higher Education in an Australian university immediately following the completion of the NSW Higher School Certificate; and (b) Withdraw from the course no later than 14 days after the start date to take up your place in a higher education degree course. > TAFE NSW will refund pro-rata tuition of the vocational course fees paid from the date of becoming an Australian permanent resident, minus a $300 processing fee if you have been granted permanent residency after your application and before or during a TAFE NSW course. > TAFE NSW will refund pro-rata tuition of the vocational course fee paid from the date of becoming a temporary resident, minus a $300 processing fee and minus any temporary resident tuition fees if you have been granted temporary residency after your application and before or during a TAFE NSW course. > TAFE NSW will refund 50 percent of the tuition fee paid for a Higher Education course if you withdraw from the course on or after the course commencement but before the relevant census date. > TAFE NSW will refund 100 percent of tuition fees paid of the Higher Education course, less the $300 processing fee, if you become a permanent resident on or before the relevant census date. TAFE NSW will not refund any tuition fees paid of the Higher Education course if you become a permanent resident after the relevant census date. > TAFE NSW will refund pro-rata tuition fees paid of the Higher Education course from the date of becoming a temporary resident, minus a $300 processing fee, if you have been granted temporary residency after your application and before or during a TAFE NSW course on or before the relevant census date. TAFE NSW will not refund any tuition fees paid of the Higher Education course if you become a temporary resident after the relevant census date. IV. Refund Procedures > You must complete a TAFE NSW Refund Application Form and attach all supporting documents. The Refund Application Form is available for download from www.studyintafe.edu.au > Your refund will be processed within 4 weeks of receipt of your completed refund application if all the required documents are provided. Should TAFE NSW withdraw a location/course the student has enrolled in, the refund will be processed within 2 weeks. A written statement will be provided to the student to explain how the refund is calculated. > If you are returning home, TAFE NSW may access VEVO to confirm your location prior to processing the refund. V. Deferrals > In a package offer if you do not reach the level of English specified in the letter of offer for the vocational/Higher Education course, you may defer commencement of your Higher Education and/or vocational course until the next available intake for that course. However, if you withdraw from that course, TAFE NSW will refund tuition fees paid for the vocational course minus a $300 processing fee. Only when the balance of the first semesters Higher Education or Advanced Diploma tuition fees have been paid would the refund policy apply minus a $300 processing fee. > If you obtain a deferral of the Higher Education and/or vocational component of your combined packaged course and fail to enroll on the deferred start date the following will apply: − If you requested a deferral 4 weeks (28 days) or more before the original course start date then 90 percent of the tuition fees paid will be refunded.
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TAFE NSW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM FOR VOCATIONAL AND HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES
TERMS AND CONDITIONS − If you requested a deferral within the final 4 weeks (28 days) before the original course start date then 80 percent of the tuition fees paid will be refunded. − If you requested a deferral after the commencement of your original course you will not be eligible for a refund. − If you have not requested a deferral within 2 months of the start date of your course, tuition fees paid will be forfeited. − If there is an increase in course fees for the deferred start date you will be liable to pay the new semester tuition fees in order for the new eCoE to be issued. VI. Suspensions > If you obtain a suspension to your enrolment after the commencement of the semester, a pro-rata transfer of the remainder of the current semester’s tuition fee may be granted. The fee transferred, if any, will be held towards tuition for the semester that you are returning to as an international student. You will be required to pay any balance prior to resuming the studies. If you decide not to recommence studies, or
you recommence the course as a temporary or permanent resident, no refund of the fees transferred will be made.
4 TRANSFERS I. Transfer to a TAFE NSW Higher Education Course > TAFE NSW will transfer the tuition fees from your vocational course to a TAFE NSW Higher Education course if you withdraw from the vocational course and enrol in the TAFE NSW Higher Education course within 14 days after the semester commencement. II. Transfer between TAFE NSW Higher Education Colleges for Higher Education or TAFE NSW Institutes for Vocational Courses > Once an eCoE has been issued to you, you must remain enrolled in the Higher Education or vocational course for at least one semester at the TAFE NSW Institute stated in your offer of enrolment. An application for a change of college before completion of one semester will be approved only in exceptional circumstances.
5 TAFE NSW ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE FEES AND REFUNDS I. Payment of Fees > New students must pay the application fee, English language tuition fee (as applicable) and Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of the visa by the due date stated in the letter of offer. This must be paid prior to the start of the course. STUDY OPTIONS
FIRST PAYMENT
DUE DATE
SECOND PAYMENT
DUE DATE
English language 24 weeks or less
Full English language tuition fee
As per statement of fees
Not applicable
Not applicable
English language more than 24 weeks*
Maximum of 50 percent of the total English language tuition fee
As per statement of fees
Balance of English tuition fees
2 weeks before the second study period*
II. Transfer of Fees > If you complete your English course at TAFE NSW earlier than expected and there is a further general English course available at the centre, any remaining fees will be applied to the new course. If you enrol immediately in a TAFE NSW vocational course, the remainder of your paid English tuition fees will be transferred to the TAFE NSW course.
> There is no refund for days designated as Australian/NSW public holidays.
> If you are accepted into a TAFE NSW course before you complete your English course, we will transfer to that course the remainder of your paid fees as at the end of the English course session/term in which you are enrolled at the time of transfer. No fees will be transferred to other institutions or persons.
6 OVERSEAS STUDENTS HEALTH COVER (OSHC)
III. Refund Procedures > All applications for refunds must be made in writing and must contain the eCoE form, receipt for course fees and certified copies of any supporting documentation. Applications for refund can be found on our website: www.studyintafe.edu.au > No refund will be paid to a third party unless the student indicates the name, address and bank account details of the person to whom the refund should be paid. If these details are not provided, the refund will be sent to the student’s address as indicated in Part 1 of the application form or the refund form. IV. Refund Policy for TAFE NSW English Language Courses > A $100 processing fee applies to all refunds except when a student visa is refused. > Course fee refunds are calculated from the date a written refund application is received only, on the following basis: − The English Language Centre will refund 100 percent of the English language course fee paid if your application for a visa to study in Australia is rejected. − The English Language Centre will refund 100 percent of the English language course fee paid if the course you have enrolled in is cancelled by TAFE NSW. − The English Language Centre will refund 90 percent of the English language course fee paid if you withdraw from the course 4 weeks (28 days) or more before the commencement date of the course of study. − The English Language Centre will refund 80 percent of the English language course fee paid if you withdraw within the final 4 weeks (28 days) before the commencement date of the course of study. > There will be no course fee refund on or after the commencement date of the course of study. > If you provide TAFE NSW with false or misleading information or documents, or breach your visa conditions, no refund will be made. For visa conditions please refer to: www.border.gov.au/Trav/Stud/More/Visa-conditions/visaconditions-students
> The processing fee, application fee, accommodation placement fee (including guardianship arrangement) and airport pick-up fee are not refundable.
> All international students are required to pay the visa length OSHC for themselves and all dependent members of their family staying with them in Australia.
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* English language courses over 24 weeks the study period is 10 weeks.
> If you are currently studying in Australia and wish to renew your membership with your provider by yourself, you must provide a copy of your health fund membership records showing your name, membership number, OSHC provider and date of expiry. You should be aware of the benefits/coverage you purchase if you make your own arrangements. > TAFE NSW receives a commission from the health insurance provider for processing your OSHC payment.
7 INFORMATION REGARDING A DISABILITY (SECTION 10 OF THE APPLICATION) > If you have a disability, relevant information is requested to establish whether you require the provision of additional services or facilities not required by students who do not have a disability. > After consideration of your requirements, if the provision of these services or facilities would impose “unjustifiable hardship”, for example, a very high cost on TAFE NSW, your enrolment may be refused or additional fees may apply. You will be advised in writing of our decision. > The provision of additional services or facilities should not be seen as a guarantee of successful completion of a course. TAFE NSW reserves the right to terminate a student’s enrolment if the provision of reasonable adjustment is unsuccessful and further provision of services or facilities is determined as unjustifiable hardship.
8 PROVIDER DEFAULT > If TAFE NSW is unable to deliver the accepted course at the agreed location, you will be offered a refund of the unused portion of the prepaid fees. The refund will be paid to you within 2 weeks from the day you are advised of the course cancellation. Alternatively, you may be offered enrolment in another course/location by TAFE NSW. > If an alternative course/location is offered, you have the right to choose whether you would prefer a refund of the unused course fees paid or to accept the place in the new course/location. If you choose to accept the new course/location, TAFE NSW will ask you to sign the acceptance of offer for the new course/location. In this case, the obligations of TAFE NSW would be discharged.
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TAFE NSW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM FOR VOCATIONAL AND HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES
TERMS AND CONDITIONS 9 EXPECTATIONS OF TAFE NSW TAFE NSW will: > Provide the student with the same level of instruction and educational services as normally provided to other students enrolled at TAFE NSW. > Provide an orientation program for the student. > Monitor the welfare of the student and provide counselling and ongoing support while the student is enrolled at TAFE NSW. > Appoint one or more TAFE NSW staff members to act as the point of contact for students who have access to up-to-date details of TAFE NSW’s support services for students. > Pay commission to an agent registered with TAFE NSW who submits the student’s application. > Monitor, record and assess the course progress of each student for the course in which the student is enrolled, as per the requirements of the National Code. Please refer to the following website: internationaleducation.gov.au/Regulatory-Information/EducationServices-for-Overseas-Students-ESOS-Legislative-Framework/ National-Code/nationalcodepartd/Pages/ExplanatoryguideD10.aspx
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10 EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS AND PARENTS The student (and parent if the student is under 18 years of age) so far as relevant, will ensure the student complies with the following: > Must obtain a student visa and comply with student visa requirements. > Must commence their enrolment on the date stated on the eCoE and if this is not possible, notify TAFE NSW Students in writing within 24 hours of the start date on the eCoE. > Is subject to the requirements of the National Code and must comply with TAFE NSW enrolment conditions and requirements in respect of international students. > For Vocational courses must meet TAFE NSW course requirements and meet the requirements of DE-DIBP Course Progress policy – refer to www.studyintafe.edu.au for the policy and procedures. > For Higher Education courses must meet TAFE NSW course requirements and meet the requirements of TAFE NSW Higher Education Course Progress policy – refer to website www.studyintafe.edu.au for policy and procedure. > Must not engage in any activity that may endanger their safety or the safety of any other person. > Must ensure requirements are met and maintained for accommodation and welfare arrangements for students under 18 years of age. > Must pay the required fees when an offer of placement is accepted and fees owing before the commencement of each semester or any date agreed by TAFE NSW. > Must notify TAFE NSW immediately if they wish to defer/suspend/ withdraw from their course, or there are any changes to their visa status.
> Must notify the International Student Coordinator at their TAFE NSW Institute of their residential address, mobile phone number and email address within 7 days of arrival and of any changes to these within 7 days of any change.
11 DISCLAIMER TAFE NSW does not represent or guarantee that the student will: > Be accepted for enrolment at a specific TAFE NSW college > Successfully complete studies undertaken > Gain entry into further tertiary studies. TAFE NSW accepts no liability for any unexpected interruption in services through events such as staff strikes, electrical failure, floods and other similar events and which cause a cancellation of classes. Fee refunds will not be provided for classes missed due to such events.
12 COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE > The complaints procedure contained in these terms and conditions of enrolment is available to a student in the event of a grievance in relation to a claimed refund. However, this agreement and the availability of complaints and appeals processes does not remove the student’s right to take further action under Australia’s consumer protection laws or pursue other legal remedies. > If the student has a complaint about the services provided by TAFE NSW, attempts should be made to resolve the problem with relevant staff before lodging a written complaint. > Full details of the complaints procedure is available at www.studyintafe.edu.au > So far as possible relevant complaints will be handled upon the same basis as complaints from a student or parent ordinarily resident in NSW.
13 BREACH OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS > Any breach of terms and conditions may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment and may affect the student’s visa.
14 TAFE NSW DECLARATION > Personal information you supply and consent to being contacted about is to be used by TAFE NSW in connection with an application for a student to study in NSW. Provision of information is voluntary but, if not provided, the application may be hindered. > TAFE NSW will not disclose personal information to outside parties, other than as provided in the application form, unless required by law, you consent or it is needed to prevent serious threat to a person’s health or safety. You can access and correct your personal information by contacting TAFE NSW.
15 STUDENT DECLARATION (If you are under the age of 18 this declaration must also be signed by your parent or guardian) > I/We declare that all information provided with this application form is correct and that I/we have read and understand and agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions relating to this application (pages 3 – 6 of this application form). > I/We agree that in the event that false, inaccurate or misleading information is provided, TAFE NSW reserves the right to cancel the enrolment. > I/We understand that the signed acceptance form, sent by TAFE NSW with an offer letter, will constitute a written agreement between the student and TAFE NSW for the purpose of the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code 2007. > I/We agree to pay the applicable tuition fees set out on www.studyintafe.edu.au prior to the commencement and subsequent semesters of the nominated studies. Additionally I/we agree to be jointly or severally liable to the debt arising from fees owing. > I/We agree that when I/the student am/is accepted for enrolment in a TAFE NSW college, I/we must comply with and ensure that the student complies with the terms and conditions of enrolment and the TAFE NSW Student Discipline Policy. > I/We understand and consent that personal information provided by the student to TAFE NSW may be made available to the health
insurance provider, to Commonwealth and State agencies and University Education Partners, pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice 2007 and to any contractor(s) engaged by TAFE NSW to provide advice or services in connection with any aspect of TAFE NSW’s international students program or operation. Information about my studies may be made available at the discretion of TAFE NSW to any contractor(s) engaged by TAFE NSW. > I/We give consent for TAFE NSW to obtain the student’s Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) information from DIBP for the purposes of verifying any information provided by me to TAFE NSW in connection with my application, enrolment, payment of fees and visa matters. > I/We hereby consent to being contacted in connection with this application and any subsequent enrolment by text message, email or other electronic means and note that I/we may, at any time, opt out of being contacted by any such electronic means by contacting TAFE NSW and so advising. > I/We agree that if there is any difference in meaning of provisions of the English version and any translated version of this form or the terms and conditions provided to me/us, the English version is to prevail.
Student Signature
Parent Signature
Print Name
Print Name
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
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Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
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Do you need assistance with accommodation? We can assist you to find a range of accommodation including: Homestay Homestay is a great way to practice English and learn about the Australian way of life. Homestay allows you to live with an Australian family who will provide you with a furnished room and meals. A minimum stay of four weeks is required.
UWS Villages at Bankstown, Campbelltown and Parramatta Located close to our colleges, each village offers you a choice of self-catered accommodation ranging from residential halls to townhouses, cottages and units – equipped with beds, heaters and desks. The shared common areas include furnished kitchens, lounge and dining areas, pool tables, table tennis, cable tv and computer labs – providing you with an ideal environment to meet friends and have fun. For more information or to book visit www.uwsvillage.com.au
Cost of living Are you a good saver or a crazy spender? Do you like to eat two-minute noodles or do you prefer a three course fine dining experience? For these reasons, and many more, it is hard to know how much money you will require, however it is estimated that living expenses for a single student are approximately AUD$18,000 per year. This will cover your essentials such as accommodation, food, clothing, transport, textbooks and excursions.
Groceries and eating out AUD$80 to $200 per week
Gas and electricity AUD$60 to $100 per week
Phone and internet AUD$20 to $50 per week
Public transport AUD$10 to $50 per week
Entertainment AUD$50 to $100 per week
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We also offer a range of other services Study tours – teacher and student groups Our study tours provide participants with the opportunity to participate in classes, excursions and special events – all within our friendly, dynamic learning environment. Participants also have the opportunity to observe business practices of leading organisations, network and build relationships with representatives from major Australian organisations. Study tours can be customised to suit any timeframe – from one day to three months. Program outcomes can include a qualification such as a Certificate or Statement of Attainment, or a non-qualification such as a Certificate of Participation. We can also arrange accommodation for participants.
Professional development These short training courses are ideal for adult groups, international educators, principals, teachers, and business leaders. The courses can lead to a qualification or be tailored to a group’s specific training needs and timeframe. We can deliver the training onshore or offshore at the client’s premises. We offer more than 500 courses including Certificate IV Training and Assessment; food safety; managing organisational change; mentoring; project management and strategic planning – to name a few examples.
Offshore joint delivery As a leader in transnational education, our offshore programs provide certificate to advanced diploma level of training in a range of study areas. For example in 2014, we delivered training to more than 500 international students at our six partner institutes in China.
Consultancy services We can provide a range of consultancy services to organisations within Australia as well as offshore at the client’s premises. This includes assisting other international training providers to develop their own qualification.
Delegations We host many delegations of international government leaders and school executives from all over the world. We can tailor a program to meet most needs.
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For more information contact us: International Business Centre TAFE NSW – South Western Sydney Institute Building A, 500 Chapel Road Bankstown NSW 2200 Australia
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The information contained in this guide is correct at the time of printing (November 2015), but may be subject to change. CRICOS provider name: TAFE NSW – Technical and Further Education Commission CRICOS provider code: 00591E