POLYTECHNIC WEST 2015 INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

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1 POLYTECHNIC WEST 2015 INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

2 Welcome to Polytechnic West, one of Western Australia s largest providers of vocational training and higher education courses. Every year international students from more than 70 countries study with us, joining approximately 30,000 students completing qualifications recognised across Australia and internationally. Our lecturers remain involved in their industry areas, keeping up to date with the latest advancements in research and technology and students learn in an applied industry current environment. As one of our graduates, you will be respected for your high level applied skills and your qualification will provide you with a pathway to take your career either into the workplace or on to further learning. Your future is our business! JILL JAMIESON MANAGING DIRECTOR, THE POLYTECHNIC OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

3 POLYTECHNIC WEST Overview Polytechnic West is one of Western Australia s largest providers of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Higher Education (HE) courses. We offer more than 70 qualifications for onshore international students across a wide range of trade, technical and professional disciplines. We are government owned and operated with more than 30,000 students, including over 1000 international students from 70 countries studying with us each year. Polytechnic West works closely with industry to ensure all of our courses teach the skills that are in demand by employers today. Our students graduate with contemporary and relevant skills, taught by lecturers who are passionate about helping students to succeed. Our courses are designed to create pathways towards further study opportunities. Whether pursuing higher level study with Polytechnic West, or enjoying the partnerships we have with many universities, our students are afforded the opportunity to continue to build on their skills and knowledge. Polytechnic West currently offers Higher Education qualifications in the following areas: > Aviation > Business > Fashion Business > Hospitality Management > Network Technology > Software Development Vocational courses, ranging from Certificates to Advanced Diplomas are available in areas including: > Animal Management > Fashion + Multimedia > Aviation > Building Design, Construction + Engineering > Business + Management > Children s Services > Hospitality + Food Trades > Information Technology (IT) > Health + Lifestyle > English Language Our Campuses Education and training at Polytechnic West is delivered across six campuses in the Perth metropolitan area, located at, Balga, Carlisle, Midland, Jandakot and. Getting to Polytechnic West The main campus of Polytechnic West is located in, next to Curtin University, about 10 kilometres east of Perth. All of the Polytechnic West campus locations are a short walk from public transport options, including the bus and train. Specialist Training Aerospace Training Centre The Aerospace Training Centre in Jandakot located at Jandakot Airport, has a huge range of facilities including a 1500 square meter hangar that houses Polytechnic West's own static Boeing 737 aircraft. Other facilities include mechanical and electronic labs as well as various light aircraft. The AeroSpace Training Centre can be accessed by public transport from the Murdoch Train Station, with connecting bus services to Jandakot Airport. Please check details on the TAFE-Services/Polytechnic-West Transperth website for the most current train and bus schedules. Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts The Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts, located on Campus, delivers courses in areas including hospitality management, commercial cookery, Asian cookery and patisserie. The centre includes the multiple Gold Plate Award winning Bentle y Pines restaurant, open to the public. The centre is accredited to issue a range of qualifications from City & Gui lds, a leading vocational education and training organisation recognised in over 80 countries around the world. Centre for Automotive Training The Centre for Automotive Training, based at Carlisle campus, delivers a range of automotive qualifications. The facilities include fully-operational mechanical workshops, electronics laboratories and current vehicles, making the centre a popular choice for local automotive employers to utilise for training. 1

4 INSTITUTE PROFILE continued Centre for Construction The Centre for Construction is based at the Balga and Midland campuses, with facilities designed to closely replicate real work environments. Students studying in areas such as carpentry, bricklaying and wall & floor tiling have access to an impressive construction training facility where the skills required for our qualifications can be put into practice under the guidance of our experienced lecturers. Centre for Business & Information Technology The Centre for Business & Information Technology includes study areas such as business, management, commerce, multimedia, network technology, software development, programming and web development. The centre is home to state-of-the-art information technology facilities, and is accredited to deliver and assess C isco and Microsoft vendor certifications. Centre for Engineering & Mining The Centre for Engineering & Mining offers qualifications applicable to many sectors. Courses on offer include technical engineering, involving the use of computer technology to construct drawings and plans for the engineering industry. Refrigeration and air conditioning courses are taught from Western Australia's premier training delivery centre for the industry. Centre for Fashion & Hairdressing The Centre for Fashion & Hairdressing delivers a range of fashion design and hairdressing / salon management courses. Fashion training is delivered at the industryrespected 'Western Australian Institute of Fashion & Textiles' at campus. Hairdressing courses are delivered with the use of an operating hair salon at the Balga campus. Centre for Animal Services The Centre for Animal Services, based at the campus, delivers courses in the areas of animal studies and veterinary nursing. The centre operates a fully functioning veterinary clinic, open to the public, to enable students to obtain hands on experience working with a wide range of animals. Centre for Education & Foundation Skills The Centre for Education & Foundation Skills is well recognised in the Western Australian community, offering English language and ELICOS courses to students at Polytechnic West's campus. The centre is officially accredited by the National English Language Training Accreditation Scheme (NEAS), and is a member of English Australia (EA), the peak professional body for all accredited English language centres in Australia. Centre for Community Services & Health The Centre for Community Services & Health delivers courses including children's services and health science at and campuses. Students studying these courses enjoy learning environments and equipment designed to prepare them for the situations encountered in the workp lace. International Student Support Polytechnic West s International Centre has a team of dedicated staff able to work across all campuses. They have extensive experience and are able to monitor your progress and provide you with a variety of services to enable you every opportunity to succeed in your chosen field of study. Our Services Polytechnic West s International Centre has helped thousands of students to achieve their academic goals. International Centre staff are available to assist international students from all Polytechnic West campuses with course orientation and information, course attendance and progress issues as well as pastoral care and support. The International Centre ensures that the organisation abides by the guidelines and regulations set by Education and Training International (ETI), Department of Training and Workforce Development and the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration). Our International Student Services Coordinators can help you with the following: > Advice on courses and pathways available for International students We can provide students with information about the various options and pathways that are available, including guidance on University entry requirements. > Student orientation At the beginning of each semester, new international students who have been accepted into Polytechnic West to study will be provided with all the necessary information on adjusting to life in Perth. Orientation packs contain information on Student ID cards, transportation (Smart Rider Cards), overseas health insurance as well as the International Student Handbook which contains information that will make studying at Polytechnic West easier. At the orientation, students will also be introduced to the friendly staff in the International Centre who can provide ongoing support, unique to international students during their time at Polytechnic West. > Change of course / campus queries We can provide students with information regarding relevant campus locations for a particular course being offered and facilitate changes to course enrolment after six months of study. 2

5 INSTITUTE PROFILE continued > Student records management - personal and academic information The International Centre is responsible for maintaining students personal and academic information in order to facilitate various student communications and engagement during your time at Polytechnic West. Be sure to advise the International Centre of your updated personal contact details, especially your mobile phone number and addresses as these are used to contact you. > Payment of course fees via EFTPOS and cheque You have the convenient option of paying their fees at Polytechnic West, campus via EFTPOS, cheque or credit card. > Advice on refund of course fees Our International Student Coordinators can provide detailed explanations on how the course refund policy works and assist students to make decisions in a timely manner. > Student counselling referral You will be provided with information on the location of surgeries and if necessary, can be referred to counselling agencies. > Overseas student health care information The International Centre will distribute the health cover cards to students in the first week of term/semester. For students who do not receive their cards, the Centre will assist in locating and mailing them to their home addresses. The staff also provide advice on how to claim refunds. For the convenience of students, a health care representative visits the Centre once a week to provide personal advice on a one-on-one basis. > Student academic progress monitoring In accordance with the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, international students are expected to attend classes regularly and make progress in their chosen courses within their visa duration. The International Centre provides a coordination role including receiving evidence when you are not able to attend particular classes (e.g. medical certificates) and providing guidance on the consequences of poor attendance and progress, which may result in cancellation of student visas. Contact Information International Student Centre Polytechnic West Level 1, B Block Campus Hayman Road WA 6102 Australia PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY Polytechnic West delivers a range of courses that can assist you to gain entry into university. Polytechnic West has arrangements with Western Australian universities that give Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree graduates, entry to degree programs with very competitive advanced standing or credit transfers. Polytechnic West is a great option if you are aiming to enter university because: > Polytechnic West courses provide an industry focused pathway to further study > Polytechnic West offers smaller class sizes with extra English and academic support > You have the opportunity to work part time using your vocational skills while completing your degree > Completion of a Polytechnic West course means that you may have a reduced study load, course duration and fees when you enrol into your university degree > On completion of TAFE and university you will have two qualifications that are attractive to employers that will give you a competitive edge in the global job market If you require more information about the duration and structure of the university partner degrees and credit arrangements please visit: UNIVERSITY PACKAGING International students are able to package their Polytechnic West course with an approved undergraduate degree at Curtin University or Edith Cowan University (ECU). Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) packages allow you to access faster, simpler visa processing particularly from Visa Assessment Level 3 countries. Packages can only be arranged at the time of application. To apply for an SVP package you must appoint an education agent that has an agency agreement with both ETI and your preferred university. For a list of education agents in your country please visit: For detailed information about applying for a university package and to find out which Polytechnic West courses are approved for university packaging under SVP arrangements, please visit ETI's website: For more information about Assessment Levels and SVP, please go to Immigration s website: / internationalcentre@polytechnic.wa.edu.au 3

6 IMPORTANT DATES You must be ready to join classes on the dates indicated below. Orientation takes place one week prior to the commencement of classes - details will be outlined in your Letter of Offer and can also be found on the website: TAFE Courses Certificate and Diploma Courses Year Semester Start Date End Date February 3 July July 11 December Associate Degrees Year Semester Start Date End Date February 3 July July 4 December English Language Courses (ELICOS) at Polytechnic West Year Block Start Date End Date 2015 summer 5 January 27 January February 10 April April 26 June July 25 September October 11 December The application cut-off dates for 2015 are available on our website at: 4

7 COURSE TABLES Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? ASSOCIATE DEGREES H400 Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics) CRICOS Code: M 2 years $30,400 $375 $350 uniform fee, $850 text books per year Year 12 with passes in English and Maths + an IELTS of 6.0 overall with no band lower than 5.5 Polytechnic Aerospace Centre - Jandakot February H401 Associate Degree of Aviation (Operations Management) CRICOS Code: K 2 years $30,400 $375 $250 uniform fee, $850 text books per year Year 12 + an IELTS of 6.0 overall with no band lower than 5.5 Polytechnic Aerospace Centre - Jandakot H409 Associate Degree of Business CRICOS Code: C 2 years $30,400 $500 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Dip Business or Dip Management (Commerce) H405 Associate Degree of Fashion Business CRICOS Code: G 2 years $30,400 $500 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Cert IV in Applied Fashion OR any Cert IV in a relevant industry (Creative Industry or Business) Associate Degree of Hospitality Management CRICOS Code: M 2 years $30,400 $500 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Adv Dip Hospitality Management H406 Diploma of Network Technology (Higher Education Diploma) CRICOS Code: J 1 year $15,200 $350 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of any Cert IV in Information Technology, Media or Electrotechnology H404 Associate Degree of Network Technology CRICOS Code: D 2 years $30,400 $700 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Dip Information Tech (Networking) 5

8 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? H408 Diploma of Programming (Applications) (Higher Education Diploma) CRICOS Code: K 1 year $15,200 $350 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Cert IV in any Information Technology, Media or Electrotechnology. H407 Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) CRICOS Code: D 2 years $30,400 $700 per year Yr 12 with an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 5.5 or equivalent OR Completion of Dip Software Development ANIMAL MANAGEMENT ACM30410 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services CRICOS Code: G 1 year $11,200 $285 $150 Year 10 ACM40412 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing CRICOS Code: D 1 year $12,800 $500 $350 per year Year 12 with passes in maths and science OR Completion of Cert III Companion Animal Services February FASHION + MULTIMEDIA CUF30107 Certificate III in Media (Digital) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,600 Year 11 + IELTS score of 5.5, with no band less than 5.0 Campus Certificate IV in Digital Media and Technology CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 Year 11 + IELTS score of 5.5, with no band less than 5.0 Campus LMT41007 Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design & Technology 1 year $11,200 $400 Year 10 February CRICOS Code: C LMT50307 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology CRICOS Code: G 1 year $11,200 $335 Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design & Technology February LMT60307 Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology CRICOS Code: G 1 year $11,200 $340 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology February ICA20111 Certificate II in Information, Digital Media & Technology 6 months $5,600 Year 10 + Maths CRICOS Code: C 6

9 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? ICA30111 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 > Year 10 OR Completion of Cert II Info, Digital Media + Technology CUF40207 Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Completion of Certificate III Media - Digital CUF50207 Diploma of Interactive Digital Media CRICOS Code: D 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV in Interactive Digital Media IICA40911 Certificate IV in Digital & Interactive Games CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Media - Digital ICA50211 Diploma of Digital & Interactive Games CRICOS Code: G 1 year $11,200 Certificate IV in Digital & Interactive Games ICA50911 Diploma of Digital Media Technologies CRICOS Code: B 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV Digital Media Technologies AVIATION AVI30208 Certificate III in Aviation (Flight Operations) CRICOS Code: M 1 year $13,500 $425 Year 10 + IELTS score of 5.5, no band lower than 5.0 Jandakot February AVI40408 Certificate IV in Aviation - Ground Operations & Service CRICOS Code: M 1 year $15,500 $600 $600 Year 11 with a pass in Maths + IELTS Score of 5.5 Jandakot 52647WA Diploma of Aeronautics Commercial - Theory only CRICOS Code: K 1 year $15,500 $575 $510 Year 12 with passes in Maths and Physics plus an IELTS Score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 Jandakot February 52647WA Diploma of Aeronautics - Airline Operations - Theory + Flying CRICOS Code: K 1.5 years $15,500 (Theory) + $89,000 (Flying) $575 Purchase of required professional equipment will be responsibility of students doing flying component - $1350 approx. Year 12 with passes in Maths and Physics plus an IELTS Score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 Jandakot February 52694WA Diploma of Aviation Management CRICOS Code: D 1 year $15,500 $550 $500 Year 11 Jandakot 7

10 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? AVI30208 Certificate III in Aviation - Flight Operations (Cabin Crew) CRICOS Code: M 1 year $13,500 $425 Year 10 + IELTS score of 5.5, with no band lower than 5.0 Jandakot February BUILDING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION + ENGINEERING CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building & Construction - (Building) 1 year $12,800 $100 Year 11 with passes in Maths Balga CRICOS Code: F CPC50210 Diploma of Building & Construction - Building CRICOS Code: E 1 year $12,800 $100 Certificate IV in Building & Construction - Building Balga $250 CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling CRICOS Code: C 2 years $24,000 $650 uniform + protective clothing, $300 tools Year 10 with passes in Maths Balga CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying / Blocklaying CRICOS Code: F 2 years $24,000 $650 $250 uniform, $300 tools Year 10 with passes in Maths CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry CRICOS Code: E 2 years $24,000 $750 $100 Year 10 with passes in Maths Midland AUR30612 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology 1 year $16,000 $1,700 $550 Year 11 with IELTS of 5.5 (Academic version) Carlisle February CRICOS Code: E AUR40212 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnostics CRICOS Code: A 6 months $8,000 $1,700 $550 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology Carlisle February AUR50212 Diploma of Automotive Technology CRICOS Code: M 6 months $8,000 $1,700 $550 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnostics Carlisle July MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical CRICOS Code: C 6 months $6,900 $350 $300 Year 10 Carlisle July UEE40111 Certificate IV in Computer Systems CRICOS Code: J 1.5 years $19,200 $200 Year 10 with passes in English & Maths 8

11 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? UEE50111 Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering 6 months $6,400 $200 Certificate IV in Computer Systems CRICOS Code: G UEE40711 Certificate IV in Electronics & Communications 1.5 years $19,200 $200 Year 10 with passes in English & Maths CRICOS Code: A UEE50511 Diploma of Electronics & Communications Engineering CRICOS Code : G 6 months $6,400 $200 $250 Certificate IV in Electronics & Communications MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering Technical CRICOS Code: C 1 year $13,800 $350 $300 Year 12 + English & Maths Carlisle February MEM60112 Advanced Diploma of Engineering CRICOS Code: G 1 year $13,800 $350 $300 Diploma of Engineering - Technical Carlisle February MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering Technical (HVAC) Refrigeration + Air Conditioning CRICOS Code: C 1 year $13,800 $350 Certificate III in Engineering - Technical OR Year 12 with passes in English and Maths + IELTS score of 5.5, with no band score less than 5.0 Carlisle February MEM60112 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (HVAC) Refrigeration + Air Conditioning 1 year $13,800 $350 Diploma of Engineering (HVAC) Refrigeration + Air Conditioning Carlisle February CRICOS Code: G BUSINESS + MANAGEMENT FNS30311 Certificate III in Accounts Administration CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 * Year 10 FNS40611 Certificate IV in Accounting CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 * Certificate III in Accounts Administration FNS50210 Diploma of Accounting CRICOS Code: B 6 months $5,600 * Certificate IV in Accounting BSB20112 Certificate II in Business CRICOS Code: E 6 months $5,600 * Year 10 BSB30112 Certificate III in Business CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,600 * Year 10 and 9

12 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? BSB40212 Certificate IV in Business CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 * Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Business and BSB50207 Diploma of Business CRICOS Code: E 6 months $5,600 * Certificate IV in Business and BSB30412 Certificate III in Business Administration CRICOS Code: K 6 months $5,600 * Year 10 BSB40507 Certificate IV in Business Administration CRICOS Code: C 6 months $5,600 * Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Business Admin February or July BSB50407 Diploma of Business Administration CRICOS Code: D 6 months $5,600 * Certificate IV in Business Administration BSB41013 Certificate IV in Human Resources CRICOS Code: A 6 months $5,600 * Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Business OR Cert III Business Admin BSB50613 Diploma of Human Resources Management CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,600 * Certificate IV in Human Resources BSB40812 Certificate IV in Frontline Management CRICOS Code: J 6 months $5,600 * Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Business BSB51107 Diploma of Management - Commerce CRICOS Code: M 1 year $11,700 * Year 12 OR Completion of Cert III Business BSB51107 Diploma of Management CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,600 * Certificate IV in Frontline Management or Certificate IV in Business and CHILDREN'S SERVICES CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care 1 year $11,700 $200 Year 10 + IELTS of 6.0, no band lower than 5.5 CRICOS Code: C CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CRICOS Code: D 1 year $11,700 $110 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care + IELTS of 6.0, no band lower than 5.5 * Students may be required to purchase text books and other equipment such as calculator for these courses ($250 per semester). More information on additional costs will be provided at study area specific inductions held at Polytechnic West. 10

13 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? HEALTH + LIFESTYLE 52401WA Certificate IV in Health Science Foundations CRICOS Code: M 6 months $7,200 $250 Year 11 with Maths & English & IELTS of 6.0 with no bands lower than WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Nursing Education CRICOS Code: A 6 months $8,000 $270 Year 11 + IELTS score of 6.0, with no band lower than 6.0 SIH30111 Certificate III in Hairdressing CRICOS Code: F 1 year $12,300 $750 Year 10 Balga SIH40111 Certificate IV in Hairdressing CRICOS Code: G 6 months $6,150 $750 Certificate III in Hairdressing Balga SIB50210 Diploma of Salon Management CRICOS Code: M 6 months $6,150 $750 Certificate IV in Hairdressing Balga HOSPITALITY + TOURISM SIT40713 Certificate IV in Patisserie CRICOS Code: K 1.5 years $21,600 $900 $600 Year 10 SIT30913 Certificate III in Asian Cookery CRICOS Code: M 1 year $14,400 $900 $630 Year 10 SIT40513 Certificate IV in Asian Cookery CRICOS Code: J 6 months $7,200 $580 $630 Certificate III in Asian Cookery SIT30813 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery CRICOS Code: G 1 year $14,400 $1,120 $600 Year 10 SIT40413 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery CRICOS Code: A 6 months $7,200 $580 $600 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT40313 Certificate IV in Hospitality CRICOS Code: F 1 year $14,400 $520 $600 >Year 10 OR Completion of Cert III Patisserie OR Cert III Asian Cookery OR Cert III Commercial Cookery SIT50313 Diploma of Hospitality CRICOS Code: E 6 months $7,200 $360 $600 Completion of Cert IV Hospitality OR Cert IV Patisserie OR Cert IV Asian Cookery OR Cert IV Commercial Cookery 11

14 COURSE TABLES continued Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Additional Costs Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date SVP? SIT60313 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality CRICOS Code: D 6 months $7,200 $360 $600 Diploma of Hospitality SIT50212 Diploma of Events CRICOS Code: M 1 year $11,200 $420 Year 10 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ICA40411 Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Information, Digital Media& Technology ICA50411 Diploma of Information Technology Networking CRICOS Code: J 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV Information Technology Networking ICA40511 Certificate IV in Programming CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology ICA50711 Diploma of Software Development CRICOS Code: A 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV in Programming ICA40111 Certificate IV in Information Technology CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology ICA50111 Diploma of Information Technology CRICOS Code: C 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV in Information Technology ICA40211 Certificate IV in Information Technology Support CRICOS Code: K 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology ICA40311 Certificate IV in Web Based Technologies CRICOS Code: C 6 months $5,600 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology ICA50611 Diploma of Website Development CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,600 Certificate IV Web Based Technologies This course list is an Information document for prospective students of TAFE Western Australia. Every effort has been made to ensure that the Information is correct at the time of printing. Education and Training International (ETI) reserves the right to alter any course, fee, subject, admission requirements, intake dates or other arrangements without prior notice. 12

15 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST Each higher education provider has a different credit system where students need a certain number of credit points to be eligible for their selected course. Agreements between TAFE Institutes and the universities specify the credits that a student will receive on transfer from a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree to a Degree course. This credit transfer may reduce the duration and the cost of the degree program. Polytechnic West also has internal credit agreements between selected Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas to related Associate Degrees. To gain the equivalent of one year of advanced standing, you need the following credit points: > Polytechnic West = 24 credit points (8 units) > Curtin University = 200 credit points > Edith Cowan University (ECU) = 120 credit points TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP FASHION + MULTIMEDIA LMT60307 Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Fashion Business 24 Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Fashion) Associate Degree of Fashion Business (H405) Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Fashion) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 300 LMT50307 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design & Technology (W391) Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Fashion) AVIATION H400 Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics) ECU Bachelor of Science (Aviation) 180 ECU Bachelor of Aviation 120 H401 Associate Degree of Aviation (Operations Management) ECU Bachelor of Science (Aviation) 150 ECU Bachelor of Aviation 90 13

16 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP BUILDING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION + ENGINEERING CPC50210 Diploma of Building & Construction - Building (W741) Curtin Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management and Economics) MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering - Technical (J367) ECU Bachelor of Engineering 120 ECU Bachelor of Technology 120 Curtin Bachelor of Engineering 150 Curtin Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) 150 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) 180 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic & Computer Systems) 180 MEM60112 Advanced Diploma of Engineering (J368) ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) 180 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Instrumentation Control & Automation) 180 ECU Bachelor of Technology (Motorsports) 180 ECU Bachelor of Technology (Aeronautical) 180 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) 180 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Power)

17 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP BUSINESS + MANAGEMENT Associate Degree of Business (H409) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 300 ECU Bachelor of Business 240 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Business 12 BSB50207 Diploma of Business (D164) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Business 6 BSB50407 Diploma of Business Administration (D166) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business 120 BSB50613 Diploma of Human Resources Management (J520) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business 120 BSB51107 Diploma of Management - Commerce (D173C) Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Business 24 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 200 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Business 12 BSB51107 Diploma of Management (D173) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Business 12 FNS50210 Diploma of Accounting (S718) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business

18 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP CHILDREN'S SERVICES Curtin Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 100 Curtin Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) 100 ECU Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) 120 ECU Bachelor of Education (Primary) 90 CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care (J594) ECU Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) & (Children & Family Studies) Double Major 120 ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Children and Family Studies) 120 ECU Bachelor of Social Science 120 ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) 120 ECU Bachelor of Social Work 105 ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work) 90 HOSPITALITY + TOURISM Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Hospitality Management 24 SIT60313 Adv Dip Hospitality (J628) ECU Bachelor of Business 180 ECU Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management 180 Associate Degree of Hospitality Management (6430) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce

19 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP ECU Bachelor of Business 120 SIT50313 Dip Hospitality (J627) ECU Bachelor of Hospitality & Tourism Management 120 SIT50212 Diploma of Events (J452) ECU Bachelor of Business 120 ECU Bachelor of Event, Sport & Recreation Management 120 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Systems Major) 200 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Information Technology Major) 225 Associate Degree of Network Technology (H404) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Systems & Business Information Technology Double Major) 100 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) 90 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 180 ECU Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) 90 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 180 Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) (H407) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Systems Major) 200 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Technology Major) 250 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Technology and Systems Major)

20 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP ICA50211 Diploma of Digital & Interactive Games (D568) ECU Bachelor of Computer Science (Games Programming) 60 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 3 Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Digital Design) Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications) ICA50911 Diploma of Digital Media Technologies (D575) Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Systems Major) 125 Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications) ICA50111 Diploma of Information Technology (D567) ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Network Technology 6 ICA50411 Diploma of Information Technology Networking (D570) Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 3 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce

21 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP CUF50207 Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (D202) ECU Bachelor of Arts 120 ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Network Technology 24 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Technology Major) 150 Diploma of Networking Technology (Higher Education) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Systems Major) 150 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce (Business Information Technology and Systems Major) 50 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Diploma of Programming - Applications (Higher Education) Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 24 Curtin Bachelor of Commerce Diploma of Programming - Applications (Higher Education) ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Network Technology 3 ICA50711 Diploma of Software Development (D573) Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 6 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology

22 HIGHER EDUCATION POLYTECHNIC WEST TAFE Qualification Higher Education Provider Higher Education Qualification Credit Points SVP Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 3 ICA50611 Diploma of Website Development (D572) Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications) ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Network Technology 6 Polytechnic West Associate Degree of Software Development (Mobile Applications) 3 ICA50411 Diploma of Information Technology Networking (D570) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Please note: these agreements are current as at 30th October For the most up to date information please go to

23 ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Why study English? > To improve your English language skills > To prepare for your TAFE studies > To develop your English skills to help with future job opportunities Why choose a TAFE English course? The TAFE Western Australia English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Centres are government owned and operated. You can be confident you have selected a professional and financially secure institute. Fully Accredited ELICOS Centres The ELICOS Centres have the following accreditation and memberships: Accredited by NEAS Australia for the provision of the highest quality English language teaching programs. English Australia (EA) membership: the peak professional body for all accredited English language (ELICOS) centres in Australia. What English courses can I study? A range of English courses are available through the English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Centre at Polytechnic West s Campus: General and Academic English General English courses will help you to develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You will improve your English language skills for general everyday travel work in an English speaking country or for further academic study. Academic English courses will help you develop the basic skills necessary for successful study in certificate and diploma courses. IELTS Ready Preparation Vocational English Courses This course will take you through the structure of the IELTS test using official IELTS practice tasks. You will receive constructive feedback from experienced lecturers, some of whom are experienced IELTS assessors. Certificates I - IV in Spoken and Written English: > Certificate I in Spoken and Written English is a foundation course for people who need to develop their basic language skills. > Certificate II in Spoken and Written English is a Post Beginner course giving students the English language skills to satisfy their everyday needs. > Certificate III in Spoken and Written English is an intermediate course which develops the skills to satisfy basic social needs, and the requirements of routine business and recreational situations. > Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English (Further Study) will develop the English skills necessary for further education. 21

24 ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS continued Professional Teachers and Quality Programs Polytechnic West s fully qualified English Language instructors have years of experience working with students from all backgrounds. Programs and teaching methods are customised to suit the needs of students and learning resources including text books, visual media and web-based materials are used. To ensure that all students are given the assistance they require, ELICOS classes at Polytechnic West have an average of 18 students. There are no entry requirements for Polytechnic West s English courses as programs are suitable for all levels from basic through to advanced. At the beginning of class, all students will be given a proficiency test to ensure you are placed in the correct class at the correct level. Regular assessments are taken during your course to assess progress and a final test (normally at the end of the term) determines your successful completion. Recognised Qualifications All students who successfully complete one of Polytechnic West s English Programs will receive a Certificate of Completion which specifies their English language level according to the percentage band. This is recognised by NEAS Australia and education institutions throughout Australia. Other specialised courses also have their own individual certificates upon completion. Campus All ELICOS English classes are delivered at Polytechnic West s campus. If you plan to continue your studies at Polytechnic West or Curtin University, English language classes at are ideally located to familiarise students with the location. To travel to Campus, the 98 or 99 Transperth circle bus route travels through many of Perth's suburbs, picking up many students and continues to all Perth's five main universities. Shopping and entertainment facilities are close by in the adjoining suburbs of Victoria Park, Como, Karawara and South Perth. What can I study after I finish my English Language Course? VET Courses Polytechnic West s English courses provide you with a pathway to further studies in Australia. Students can select from a wide range of courses at Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree level. Polytechnic West currently offers Higher Education qualifications in the following areas: > Aviation > Business > Fashion Business > Hospitality Management > Network Technology > Software Development Vocational courses, ranging from Certificates to Advanced Diplomas are available in areas such as: > Animal Management > Fashion + Multimedia > Aviation > Building Design, Construction + Engineering > Business + Management > Children s Services > Hospitality + Food Trades > Information Technology (IT) > Health + Lifestyle > English Language ELICOS and TAFE course studies can be packaged. To view the full range of TAFE courses available visit the Education and Training International website: Tuition Fees $300 (AUD) per week Course Dates Polytechnic West breaks their academic year into a 1 month Summer School in January and then 4 terms of 10 weeks duration from February to December. You can enrol every Monday up to week 6 in each term. Orientation and placement testing takes place on the Monday you start classes. The ELICOS course dates are found in the Important Dates section on page

25 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR TAFE COURSES English Language Requirements for Entry to TAFE Programs ETI accept a range of tests and evidence of English language equivalency for entry into TAFE courses. For entry into most Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses, ETI require the equivalent of an IELTS (academic) score of 5.5 with no band score less than 5. Please note: some courses require higher levels of English for entry. For entry into Associate Degree courses, the equivalent of an IELTS (academic) score of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5 is required. Please note ETI reserves the right to require any student, whose actual English performance is found not to be consistent with the IELTS scores they presented with their Application form, to sit an independent English test as determined by ETI. The student will be required to meet all the cost of undertaking this independent test should the score not be consistent with that provided to ETI on application. If the student has not met the necessary IELTS standards they will be required to undertake an ELICOS course of study. All costs involved: course fees, visa extension if required etc. are to be met by the student. Where a recognised English Test score is not available students may be able to sit the ETI English Language Placement Test which will indicate how long they may need to study English in order to meet the required English language level. For the full list of tests and evidence of English language equivalency that are accepted, please visit the ETI website: Approximate weeks of ELICOS to achieve required IELTS equivalent (depending on individual band score) 5.5 Entry to TAFE (for most courses) weeks weeks weeks weeks 23

26 APPLICATION PROCEDURE APPLICATION PROCESS SUMMARY Find a course Check the entry requirements Submit an application Accept your offer and pay Apply for your student visa Receive your visa and come to Australia to start your studies 1. Find a Course You can choose from over 250 TAFE courses. Visit the online course catalogue at for information on courses. 2. Check the Entry Requirements All applicants can study at TAFE in the calendar year they are turning 18. There are no English or Academic entry requirements to begin our English (ELICOS) programs. However, all of our Certificate and Diploma courses have specific Academic and English proficiency requirements. You can find out about these requirements by going to ETI's website Make sure that you can meet the entry requirements of your chosen course before you proceed to the next step in the application process. 3. Submit your Application You can apply to study at a TAFE Institute by completing your application online at You can apply directly to ETI or you can apply through one of ETI s approved education agents. You pay the same fees whether you apply directly to us or through one of ETI's education agents. Many students choose to apply directly, especially as they can use this guide and the ETI website to find all the information they need and submit their applications online. Other students choose to use education agents to assist them in preparing and submitting their study and visa applications. If you do not already have an agent, you can find an approved ETI agent on our website: Application + Acceptance Deadlines Deadlines for submitting applications to Education + Training International (ETI) for admission to TAFE courses depend on the assessment level countries students are applying from and whether or not students are applying on or offshore. Level 3 offshore applications should apply early for places, as visa processing can take more time. Students should also be aware that there are deadlines for accepting offers and making fee payment. Confirmation of Enrolments (CoEs) will not be issued after the cut-off date, this is to ensure that students leave a reasonable time to get their visa and arrive in time for orientation and the start of classes. Visit the website for information on important dates and deadlines:

27 APPLICATION PROCEDURE continued Receive your Letter of Offer Once we have received your application and supporting documentation, we will assess your eligibility to study your selected course(s). If eligible and there are places available we will send you a 'Letter of Offer'. This letter will be sent to you directly or through the education agent you have nominated according to your instructions on the application form. If we have not received all of the required supporting documentation from you, for example certified copies of certificates etc., then your Letter of Offer will have conditions listed noting the information you still need to provide. There are many high demand courses that fill up very quickly, so you should consider returning your acceptance and payment promptly. Your place is not confirmed until payment is made, conditions are met, and you have returned and signed the Acceptance Letter. You will also need to allow sufficient time before your course starts to obtain your visa and make arrangements to come to Western Australia. Usually at least 3-6 months is needed to do this. 4. Accept your Offer and Pay To accept your Offer, you must return your signed Acceptance Letter with: > Supporting documentation that you were requested to supply, in your Letter of Offer (i.e. conditions). > Payment of your schedule of fees, as indicated on your Letter of Offer. 5. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for your Student Visa Once you have met any conditions and made the minimum initial payment required, we will provide you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) which you will need in order to apply for a Student Visa at the Australian High Commission or Embassy in your country. You must have a student visa in order to enter Australia and commence your studies. The latest and most accurate information on obtaining your student visa can be found on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection s website: If you need help obtaining your visa and other aspects of moving to Australia, which may be best provided in your own country or language, then you might like to use the services of one of ETI s approved education agents. 6. Receive your Visa and come to Australia to commence your studies When your student visa has been granted, you are ready to come to Western Australia to begin your course. Please take note of the Orientation dates for Polytechnic West as you will be provided with important information that you need to know to successfully complete your course of study and to make the most of your time in Western Australia. You must arrive in Australia prior to the commencement of your course or your enrolment may be deferred to the next available intake and you may have to return home. 25