WEST COAST INSTITUTE 2016 TAFE WESTERN AUSTRALIA INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

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1 WEST COAST INSTITUTE 2016 TAFE WESTERN AUSTRALIA INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

2 By choosing West Coast Institute you will be located in the rapidly expanding northern corridor of Perth. Our campuses are in close proximity to transport hubs, shopping centres, medical services, recreational facilities, dynamic entertainment and dining establishment and some of Western Australia s finest beaches enabling our students to enjoy a well rounded lifestyle of work, rest and play. West Coast Institute is located in Perth s northern suburbs in close proximity to Western Australia s pristine coastline. Boasting world-class facilities in Joondalup and Clarkson, the Institute offers over 120 nationally accredited courses across 27 industry areas in partnership with Education and Training International. Together we welcome students from over 50 countries to their training journey in Western Australia. Through our Council of Industry Partners and Advisory Boards we are able to ensure that the skills required by industry and enterprises are embedded in the training that we deliver. MICHELLE HOAD MANAGING DIRECTOR WEST COAST INSTITUTE With a reputation for high quality and innovative training delivery, your time at West Coast will be filled with hands on experience to ensure that you have the skills that you need to succeed in the workplace. Whilst at West Coast you will develop personal and professional networks, networks that will grow with you as you enter the working world and ascent up the corporate ladder of success. We look forward to welcoming you to our West Coast community. 2

3 WEST COAST INSTITUTE West Coast Institute (WCI) is the premier large training provider in Perth s northern suburbs and provides training to international students from over 50 countries. WCI currently offers courses in the following areas: > Business + Management > Community Services > Construction > Early Childhood Education and Care > Education > Environmental Studies > Health + Lifestyle > Hospitality + Events > Information Technology (IT) > Multimedia WCI also offers the Associate Degree in Education (Early Childhood). An Associate Degree can prepare you to enter the workforce as a highly-skilled or paraprofessional employee or provide you with a pathway into a Bachelor Degree program at Curtin University or Edith Cowan University. On completion of TAFE and university you will have two qualifications that are attractive to employers and that will give you a competitive edge in the global job market. Our Campuses WCI has three campuses in Perth s northern suburbs of Joondalup (2) and Clarkson (1). Getting to West Coast Institute WCI s main campus is situated in Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent), 25 kilometres north of Perth, or just a 27 minute train ride. It is located in the Joondalup Learning Precinct, which includes Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Western Australian Police Academy. All of WCI s campus locations are a short walk from public bus and train transport provided by Transperth. There is a free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus that operates within the Joondalup Central Business District (CBD) and learning precinct, which provides frequent services around the city. Specialist Training JOONDALUP Kendrew Campus Academy of Digital Technologies With a state-of-the-art learning environment featuring the latest in industry software, motion capture equipment and an animation studio the Academy of Digital Technologies (ADT) has a reputation for excellence in the delivery of high quality training and producing award winning graduates in a range of information technology industries and disciplines. The Academy is at the forefront of digital media including animation, 3D modelling, augmented reality and Computer Generated Imagery. Academy of Hospitality and Culinary Arts The award-winning West Coast Academy of Hospitality & Culinary Arts, partners with industry and offers a range of live and realistic training environments to prepare students for employment in the culinary and front of house service industries. The Academy is the only Australian education provider to date to be awarded the prestigious World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) award for excellence in culinary education. Facilities include two skills kitchen, pastry & baking kitchen, barista training room, beverage training bar, fully functioning training restaurant and function rooms. JOONDALUP Health and Wellness Training Campus Academy of Health Sciences Based at the Institute s Health and Wellness Training Campus on McLarty Avenue, the Academy uses a combination of online, classroom, simulated environments and on-the-job training, to deliver high quality and relevant skills training to students and health care professionals in the nursing and allied health industries. Academy students conduct practicums in a variety of interesting job placements in public and private hospitals, aged care facilities, GP clinics, mental health clinics and community health facilities. 3

4 Institute Profile CLARKSON Trades rth Trades rth, the Institute s face of trades training and is only a 10 minute drive from the Institute s main Joondalup campus (Kendrew). It is easily accessible via public transport from Joondalup and Clarkson train/bus stations. A $23m modern and environmentally friendly building, the campus has been designed to demonstrate green practices and draw on methods of energy efficiency, water efficiency and waste minimisation. With a green economy focus, environmental practices will be embedded into every course in order to prepare students for employment in an economy demanding environmentally conscious employees. Trades rth provides trade-training programs in the areas of brick/block laying, plastering, wall and floor tiling, carpentry and horticulture. International Support International students enjoy a high level of personal attention from experienced and committed staff members at the WCI International Student Centre that strongly focus on supporting students to ensure their learning experience is positive and rewarding. The friendly team can help you with: > Course information > Course entry requirements > Fees and charges > Application, enrolments and withdrawals > Scholarships > Learning support > Personal or study concerns > Accommodation > Student Visa queries > Social activities > Finding local facilities (shops, banks, post offices etc.) > University pathways Contact Information International Centre Ground Floor, Building D Joondalup Campus 35 Kendrew Crescent Joondalup WA [email protected] 4

5 Modern Facilities at West Coast Institute 5

6 PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY West Coast Institute delivers a range of courses that can assist you to gain entry into university. West Coast Institute has articulation arrangements with Western Australian universities that give Diploma and Advanced Diploma graduates entry to degree programs with very competitive advanced standing or credit transfers. Start your studies at TAFE West Coast Institute is a great option if you are aiming to enter university because: > West Coast Institute s courses provide an industry focused pathway to further study > West Coast Institute 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 West Coast Institute 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: unipathwayfinder Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) You can now access Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) arrangements for many courses offered by West Coast Institute. Under SVP arrangements, students can access faster, simpler visa processing. As an SVP student you will be expected to make a commitment to the full study pathway and meet all of the requirements associated with your student visa for the duration of your studies. Advanced Diploma If you apply for an Advanced Diploma course this will be assessed under SVP. This process will only apply to students who study a qualification with us that ends in an Advanced Diploma. You can commence your course at a lower level such as Certificate III or Diploma as long as your highest level qualification is an Advanced Diploma course. West Coast Institute Advanced Diploma courses can also provide entrance to and credit transfer into university courses. TAFE to University Packaging Students who package a TAFE course with an approved undergraduate degree course are assessed under SVP. If you are considering studying an undergraduate degree af ter your TAFE program, you have the option of packaging that course with Curtin University, Edith Cowan University (ECU), Murdoch University or the University of Western Australia (UWA). You can commence a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree pathway with TAFE and on completion, transfer to your chosen university to complete your degree program. When you apply for a packaged program you will receive a student visa for the whole period of your study. Packaged programs lock you into a university and a degree program and it is difficult to change your university and visa subclass once you have commenced. It is important that you discuss your options with an app roved ETI agent before making a decision to package your program. Students undertaking a packaged program should note that their principal course is the university program. There are strict immigration requirements that relate to changing provider or visa subclasses if you have opted for a streamlined visa. Please note: To submit an SVP appli cation with an agent, you must use a Registered Agent of the relevant University and Education + Training International (ETI). Your agent will assist you with the packaged application and guide you through the streamlined visa process. A list of Education Agents in your country can be viewed at au/agents Packages can only be arranged at the time of application. Student visas for these packages will be assessed by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection according to the relevant streamlined visa packaging agreement. For more information about applying for a SVP package and the requirements of the relevant University, please visit: 6

7 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, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Courses Year Semester Start Date End Date February 1 July July 9 December The application cut-off dates for 2016 are available on our website at: 7

8 COURSE TABLES Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN EDUCATION - EARLY CHILDHOOD Associate Degree in Education - Early Childhood CRICOS E 2 years $15,900 Yr 12 with an IELTS of 7.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower than 6.5 or equivalent OR relevant Certificate IV level qualification Joondalup February Yes ART, DESIGN + MULTIMEDIA Certificate III in Media Digital (CUF30107) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,740 $216 $675 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies (ICT40815) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,740 $324 Certificate III Information, Digital & Technology OR Certificate III in Media - Digital Joondalup Diploma of Digital Media Technologies (ICT50915) CRICOS Code: B 1 year $11,480 $202 $300 Certificate IV in Digital Media Technologies Joondalup Yes Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (CUF60107) CRICOS Code: E 1 year $11,480 $80 $175 Diploma of Digital Media Technologies Joondalup Yes 8

9 Building Design, Construction + Engineering Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? BUILDING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION + ENGINEERING Certificate III in Bricklaying / Blocklaying (CPC30111) CRICOS Code: F 2 years $24,600 $615 $250 Year 10 with passes in Maths Trades rth Clarkson Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30211) CRICOS Code: E 2 years $24,600 $768 $250 Year 10 with passes in Maths Trades rth Clarkson Certificate III in Solid Plastering (CPC31011) CRICOS Code: D 2 years $24,600 $615 $250 Year 10 with passes in Maths Trades rth Clarkson Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling (CPC31311) CRICOS Code: C 2 years $24,600 $615 $250 Year 10 with passes in Maths Trades rth Clarkson 9

10 Business + Management Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? BUSINESS + MANAGEMENT Certificate III in Accounts Administration ( FNS30315) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 $66 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate IV in Accounting (FNS40611) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 $46 Certificate III in Accounts Administration Joondalup Diploma of Accounting (FNS50210) CRICOS Code: B 6 months $5,740 $62 Certificate IV in Accounting Joondalup Yes Advanced Diploma of Accounting (FNS60210) CRICOS Code: B 6 months $5,740 $65 Diploma of Accounting Joondalup Yes Certificate III in Business (BSB30115) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate IV in Business (BSB40215) CRICOS Code: C 6 months $5,740 $72 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Business Joondalup Diploma of Business (BSB50215) CRICOS Code: A 6 months $5,740 $250 Certificate III in Business Joondalup Certificate IV in Human Resources (BSB41015) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,740 $77 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Business OR Certificate III in Business Administration Joondalup Diploma of Human Resources Management (BSB50615) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 $77 $250 Certificate IV in Human Resources Joondalup Yes Certificate IV in Frontline Management (BSB40812) CRICOS Code: J 6 months $5,740 $141 $250 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Business Joondalup Advanced Diploma of Management (BSB60407) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,740 $60 $250 Diploma of Business Joondalup Yes 10

11 Business + Management Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? Certificate IV in Marketing (BSB41315) CRICOS Code: C 6 months $5,740 $108 $250 Year 12 OR Certificate III in Business Joondalup Diploma of Marketing (BSB51215) CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,740 $85 $250 Certificate IV in Marketing Joondalup Yes 11

12 Children s + Community Services Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? CHILDREN S + COMMUNITY SERVICES Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care (CHC30113) CRICOS Code: C 6 months $6,000 $162 $50 Year 10 + IELTS of 6.0,no band lower than 5.5 Joondalup Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care (CHC50113) CRICOS Code: D 1 year $12,000 $215 Certificate III Early Childhood Education& Care + IELTS of 6.0, no band lower than 5.5 Joondalup Yes Certificate III in Education Support (CHC30213) CRICOS Code: J 6 months $6,000 $195 $102 Year 10 + IELTS of 6.0 Joondalup Certificate IV in Education Support (CHC40213) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $6,000 $209 Certificate III in Education Support + IELTS of 6.0, no band lower than 5.0 Joondalup Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40413) CRICOS Code: F 6 months $6,000 $219 Year 10 OR Certificate III in Community Services Work Joondalup Diploma of Youth Work (CHC50413) CRICOS Code: E 6 months $6,600 $210 $820 Certificate IV in Youth Work Joondalup Certificate III in Community Services Work (CHC30112) CRICOS Code: C 6 months $6,000 $156 Year 10 Joondalup & McLarty Certificate IV in Community Services Work (CHC40708) CRICOS Code: B 6 months $6,000 $219 $400 Certificate III in Community Services Work Joondalup & McLarty Diploma of Community Services Work (CHC50612) CRICOS Code: A 1 year $12,000 $130 $230 Certificate IV in Community Services Work Joondalup Yes 12

13 Health, Recreation + Lifestyle Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? HEALTH, RECREATION + LIFESTYLE Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (HLT32512) CRICOS Code: K 6 months $6,000 $239 $300 Year 10 with passes in Maths + IELTS Score of 6.0 with no band lower than 6 or equivalent Joondalup & McLarty Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (HLT32412) CRICOS Code: D 6 months $6,000 $242 $300 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate IV in Preparation for Nursing Education (52689WA) CRICOS Code: B 6 months $8,200 $148 Year 11 with passes in English and Maths + IELTS Score of 6.0 with no bands lower than 6.0 OR Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance OR Certificate III in Health Services Assistance Joondalup & McLarty Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled / Division 2 Nursing) (HLT51612) CRICOS Code: F 1.5 years $24,000 $403 Year 12 + Maths + Science + IELTS of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 or equivalent OR Certificate IV in Preparation for Nursing Education Joondalup & McLarty Yes Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SIB50110) CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,740 $793 Year 10 Joondalup 13

14 Hospitality + Tourism Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? HOSPITALITY + TOURISM Certificate III in Retail Baking Combined (FDF30710) CRICOS Code: G 1 year $14,760 $512 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30813) CRICOS Code: G 1 year $14,760 $625 $100 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40413) CRICOS Code: A 6 months $7,380 $615 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery Joondalup Certificate IV in Hospitality (SIT40313) CRICOS Code: F 1 year $14,760 $205 Year 10 Joondalup Diploma of Hospitality (SIT50313) CRICOS Code: E 6 months $7,380 $308 Certificate IV in Hospitality Joondalup Yes Advanced Diploma of Hospitality (SIT60313) CRICOS Code: D 6 months $7,380 $256 Diploma of Hospitality Joondalup Yes Certificate III in Events (SIT30612) CRICOS Code: A 6 months $5,740 $194 Year 10 Joondalup Diploma of Events (SIT50212) CRICOS Code: M 1 year $11,480 $87 Certificate III in Events Joondalup Yes 14

15 Information Technology Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Certificate II in Information, Digital Media & Technology (ICT20115) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 $286 $120 Year 10 + Maths Joondalup Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology (ICT30115) CRICOS Code: D 6 months $5,740 $637 Year 10 OR Certificate II Information, Digital Media + Technology Joondalup Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking (ICT40415) CRICOS Code: K 6 months $5,740 $274 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology Joondalup Diploma of Information Technology Networking (ICT50415) CRICOS Code: J 6 months $5,740 $408 Certificate IV InformationTechnology Networking Joondalup Yes Certificate IV in Programming (ICT40515) CRICOS Code: F 1 year $11,480 $188 Certificate III in Information, Digital Media & Technology Joondalup Diploma of Software Development (ICT50715) CRICOS Code: J 6 months $5,740 $425 Certificate IV in Programming Joondalup Yes 15

16 Science + Environmental Studies Course Details Duration Tuition Fees Resource Fees per Semester Material Fees per Semester Entry Requirements Campus + Intake Date Uni SVP? SCIENCE + ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Certificate II in Conservation & Land Management (AHC21010) CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,740 $430 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate III in Conservation & Land Management (AHC31410) CRICOS Code: G 6 months $5,740 $430 Certificate II in Conservation & Land Management Joondalup Certificate IV in Conservation & Land Management AHC40910) CRICOS Code: M 6 months $5,740 $410 Certificate III in Conservation & Land Management Joondalup Diploma of Conservation & Land Management (AHC51110) CRICOS Code: D 6 months $5,740 $389 Certificate IV in Conservation & Land Management Joondalup Yes Certificate II in Horticulture (AHC20410) CRICOS Code: E 6 months $5,740 $430 Year 10 Joondalup Certificate III in Horticulture (AHC30710) CRICOS Code: A 6 months $5,740 $430 Certificate II in Horticulture Joondalup Certificate IV in Horticulture (AHC40410) CRICOS Code: F 6 months $5,740 $410 Certificate III in Horticulture Joondalup Diploma of Horticulture (AHC50410) CRICOS Code: K 6 months $5,740 $430 Certificate IV in Horticulture Joondalup Yes 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. 16

17 UNIVERSITY WEST COAST INSTITUTE TAFE Qualification University University Qualification Credit Points SVP BUSINESS + MANAGEMENT FNS50210 Diploma of Accounting (S718) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 180 Yes FNS60210 Advanced Diploma of Accounting (S735) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 225 Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes BSB50215 Diploma of Business Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes BSB50615 Diploma Human Resources Management Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes BSB60407 Advanced Diploma of Management (D184) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 225 ECU Bachelor of Business 180 Yes BSB51215 Diploma of Marketing Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 Yes Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) Yes Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Internet Communications) Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes 17

18 University Pathways > Children s + Community Services TAFE Qualification University University Qualification Credit Points SVP CHILDREN S + COMMUNITY SERVICES CHC50612 Diploma of Community Services Work (J037) ECU Bachelor of Science (Psychology) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Work (South West Campus of ECU only) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Youth Work 90 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Community Work) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Children & Family Studies) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Counselling 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) 120 Yes Murdoch Bachelor of Arts in Community Development (B1316) 24 Yes CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care (J594) Curtin Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) 100 Yes ECU Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Children's & Family Studies) Double Major 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Science (Children & Family Studies) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Science 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Education (Primary) 90 Yes ECU Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Youth Work 90 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Science (Human Services) 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Social Work (South West Campus of ECU only) 105 Yes Murdoch Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood & Primary Teaching) (B1319) 6 Yes 18

19 University Pathways > Children s + Community Services TAFE Qualification University University Qualification Credit Points SVP CRS Associate Degree in Education (Early Childhood) (ADEC10) Curtin Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) 300 ECU Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Studies) 240 Yes CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work (J597) Murdoch Bachelor of Arts in Community Development (B1316) 24 Yes 19

20 University Pathways > Health, Recreation + Lifestyle and Hospitality + Tourism TAFE Qualification University University Qualification Credit Points SVP HEALTH, RECREATION + LIFESTYLE HLT51612 Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (J108) - with clinical experience HLT51612 Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (J108) - without clinical experience Curtin Bachelor of Science (Nursing) 300 Curtin Bachelor of Science (Nursing) 150 HLT51612 Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing (J108) ECU Bachelor of Science (Nursing) 120 Yes HOSPITALITY + TOURISM SIT50212 Diploma of Events (J452) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 Yes ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Events, Sport & Recreation Management 120 Yes Murdoch Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Events (B1316) 24 Yes SIT60313 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality (J628) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 225 ECU Bachelor of Business 180 Yes ECU Bachelor of Hospitality & Tourism Management 180 Yes SIT50313 Diploma of Hospitality (J627) Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Business 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management 120 Yes 20

21 University Pathways > Information Technology and Science + Environmental Studies TAFE Qualification University University Qualification Credit Points SVP INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ICT50915 Diploma of Digital Media Technologies Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Digital Design) Yes Curtin Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) Yes ICT50415 Diploma of Information Technology Networking Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Creative Industries 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Yes ICT50715 Diploma of Software Development Curtin Bachelor of Commerce 125 ECU Bachelor of Computer Science 120 Yes ECU Bachelor of Information Technology 120 Yes SCIENCE + ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES AHC51110 Diploma of Conservation & Land Management (D523) ECU Bachelor of Science 120 Yes Please note: these agreements are current as at 20 August For the most up to date information please go to 21

22 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. 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 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 costs 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. Please note the IELTS test is only valid for 2 years. 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 22

23 APPLICATION PROCEDURE 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 Find a Course You can choose from over 250 TAFE courses. Visit the course catalogue at for information on courses. 2. Check the Entry Requirements All applicants can study at TAFE in the calendar year that 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. Refer to the courses section in this guide and the Admission Requirements and English Language Requirements on page 22 for more details. Make sure that you can meet the entry requirements of your chosen course before you proceed to the next step in the application process. Application + Acceptance Deadlines Deadlines for submitting applications to Education and 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. You 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: 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 our 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: 23

24 Application Procedure Receive your Letter of Offer Once ETI receives 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. Please note your place is subject to availability at the time of acceptance and payment. You must 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 Letter of Acceptance 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 in your Letter of Offer. 5. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for your Student Visa Subject to the availability of places after you have signed and returned the Letter of Acceptance, made full payment and met any conditions, 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 your Institute 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. 24

25 ENROLMENT CONDITIONS 1. ESOS Act and National Code The Australian Government wants international students in Australia to have a safe, enjoyable and quality study experience. Australian laws promote quality education and consumer protection for overseas students. These laws are known as the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) framework and they include the ESOS Act and the National Code. For information about ESOS and your rights as an international student in Australia please go to the Australian Education International (AEI) website: 2. Code of Conduct Student Responsibilities International students should ensure that they: 1. Meet TAFE course requirements and meet the requirements of the Australian Government s Department of Education and Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration) Course Progress Policy. 2. tify the International Student Coordinator at their TAFE Institute of their residential address within seven days of arrival and of any change to their residential address within seven days of any change. 3. tify the International Student Coordinator at their TAFE Institute immediately if they want to terminate their studies, withdraw from their course, or there are any changes to their visa status. 4. Pay the required fees when an Offer of Placement is made or owing on receipt of invoice. 5. t engage in activities that contravene Australian law. Students who do so will be terminated and reported to Immigration. 6. t engage in plagiarism which is a serious offence and may result in cancellation of your enrolment. 7. Allow other students to learn in a safe and suitable environment. In the case of students who are under 18 years of age, the parent or guardian must ensure compliance with all of the above. Education + Training International and TAFE Institute Responsibilities: 1. Provide international students with the same level of instruction and educational services as normally provided to Australian students enrolled at TAFE. 2. Provide an orientation program for international students. 3. Monitor the welfare of students and provide counselling and ongoing support while enrolled at TAFE. 4. Appoint one or more staff members to act as the point of contact for students. 3. Changing Course and/or Campus If you decide you would like to change the course you are studying, or attend classes at a different campus of the Institute you are enrolled at, you should contact the International Centre at your Institute to discuss whether this is possible and how this may affect your visa. If you choose to proceed with a change of course or campus you will need to complete a Change of Course Application Form or a Change of Campus Request Form, which can be downloaded from current-students/policy-and-forms. You will be contacted by ETI via during this process and advised in writing of the outcome. 4. Transferring to a different Institute If you have not completed 6 months of study in your principal course* with ETI and wish to transfer to another provider, you must complete a Release Letter Request Form. *The principal course is defined as the highest qualification in a package of courses. Release from a course of study will only be granted in exceptional circumstances relating to your welfare. These circumstances are defined as a sudden change beyond your control that impact plans for on-campus study in Australia. Such circumstances must be supported by documentary evidence. If you are under 18 years of age you must provide a letter from your parent/guardian to support your application for release. Applications for release can be made by completing a Release Letter Request Form, which can be downloaded from: Your application must detail the reason(s) for early release, full details of the new Institute and course you will be enrolling into, and a valid offer of enrolment from the new Institute. If your release is approved you will be issued a release letter. You must then contact Immigration to notify them that you have changed provider, as this may affect your visa. If your release is refused you will receive a written reply outlining the reasons for refusal. You will have 20 days to appeal the decision. 25

26 Enrolment Conditions 5. Course Progress As an international student, if you do not achieve satisfactory course progress you may not be able to continue your studies. To show that you are making every effort to achieve satisfactory course progress, it is very important that you attend all scheduled classes. If you are unable to attend class, you should contact your lecturer and the International Centre at your Institute. If you do not attend classes and do not notify the International Centre, then your continuing enrolment and visa may be at risk. If you have not been attending classes and/or not completing assessments, then your lecturers are required to notify the International Centre that you are at risk of unsatisfactory course progress. A member of the International Centre staff will then contact you to discuss your progress and work with you to put in place a plan to help you to get your studies back on track. If you have made unsatisfactory progress, that is, achieved less than 50% of the course requirements in two consecutive study periods i.e. two consecutive terms; then your enrolment may be cancelled and a report sent to the Immigration which may affect your visa. 6. Attendance requirements - ELICOS Students If you are enrolled in an English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) program, you must attend 80% of all timetabled classes. If you do not attend, are more than 20 minutes late to class or you leave class before the scheduled finish time; then you will be marked absent. If you cannot attend for two or more days you must obtain a medical certificate and provide a copy to the International Centre at you Institute. If you attend less than 80% of your classes, you will be notified in writing by a member of the International Centre staff and you will be required to attend a meeting to discuss your unsatisfactory attendance. You may bring a support person with you to this meeting. If you have unsatisfactory attendance that is, attended less than 80% of all timetabled classes; your enrolment may be cancelled and a report sent to Immigration which may affect your visa. 7. Late Arrival Students must ensure that they arrive on or before the commencement date indicated on their Letter of Offer. Late starts will only be granted in exceptional circumstances, where evidence can be provided. Approval for a late start must be obtained and granted prior to your course commencement date. Students who cannot arrive on time may be required to defer their enrolment to the next available intake. 8. Deferral or Suspension of Study Your enrolment can be deferred or temporarily suspended for compassionate grounds or exceptional circumstances, such as: > severe medical illness to you or a member of your family; > death in your family; > medical condition while undertaking your studies including pregnancy; > a natural disaster which affects you or your family. Prior to lodging your application to defer it is recommended you contact the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) to discuss how this may impact your visa. Should you decide to proceed you must complete the Application to Defer, which can be downloaded from Your application must detail your reason(s) for requesting to defer or temporarily suspend your studies and include documents to substantiate exceptional circumstances. If you are under 18 years of age you must provide written support from your parent or legal guardian to support your application. When a deferral or temporary suspension is approved, you will be advised in writing of the deferral period and your new commencement date. Immigration will be informed of the change relating to your course of study. This may affect your visa status. Please note: Should you wish to defer one (1) commencement of your studies you will not be required to provide evidence of compassionate or exceptional circumstances. Deferral of your enrolment may result in an increase of Tuition, Resource and Material fees. If you defer your enrolment, you will be required to pay the fees which apply at your new commencement date. Confirmation of Enrolments (CoEs) for the revised period will not be issued until all additional fees and charges are paid in full. If the deferral or temporary suspension is refused, you will be advised in writing and you will have 20 days to lodge an appeal. Please refer to the Complaints and Appeals Policy on the website:

27 Enrolment Conditions 9. Refunds and Withdrawals After you have completed your enrolment your circumstances may change which means you may have to withdraw. To withdraw from your course, you must complete a Refund and Withdrawal Form, which can be downloaded from: current-students/policy-and-forms When you have completed the form and provided any supporting documentation it will be processed. Please note that processing of your withdrawal, and any fee refund you may be due can take up to 4 weeks. If you would like to view a copy of ETI s Refund Policy please visit: refund-policy All ETI refunds will be made in accordance with the refund table and conditions contained within this policy. 10. Complaints and Appeals Talk to someone at your TAFE Institute If you have a complaint about your course of study, you should try to resolve the problem by speaking with a staff member in the International Centre at your Institute. The staff member will discuss your complaint and possible courses of action with you. If you are unable to resolve your complaint, you may then make a formal complaint at your Institute. Your International Student Adviser will be able to help you with this. To find contact details for the International Office at your Institute, please go to the website and follow the links to find your Institute s profile page. Make a complaint to ETI If you have lodged a complaint with your Institute and are not satisfied with the outcome, you may take your complaint to Education and Training International (ETI). ETI will review the outcome and an independent judgement will be made. You will then be notified in writing of the outcome. This complaint should be lodged in writing and will be treated in confidence. Manager of Student Services and Compliance, ETI Student Services, Locked Bag 16, Osborne Park DC, WA ETI aims to resolve all complaints within 10 working days, and will keep your informed of the progress of your complaint should it need further investigation. If your issue is still not resolved: International Education Conciliation Service If you have tried to resolve your problem with your Institute/ETI and have not been able to come to a solution, you can get assistance from the International Education Conciliation Service at the Department of Education Services: ieconciliation The Conciliation Service is a free and independent service for international students which aims to help you find an appropriate solution. Western Australian Ombudsman The Ombudsman resolves complaints about the decision making of public authorities and aims to improve the standard of public administration. If you have lodged an internal appeal and are not happy with the outcome you have the right to access an external complaints and appeals process. The Western Australian Ombudsman will only consider whether ETI has followed its own policies and procedures and whether the handling of your complaint/appeal has been fair and reasonable. Complaints/Appeals must be made in writing to: Ombudsman Western Australia PO Box Z5386 St Georges Terrace PERTH WA [email protected] 27

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29 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT > APPLICATION FORM Please read and complete all sections of this form. Incomplete applications will delay processing times. Have you previously studied or applied to Education and Training International (ETI)? Yes If yes, please provide your ETI File Reference Number:... APPLICANT DETAILS Personal details: Print your name as it appears in your passport. Title (Mrs, Miss, Ms, Mr etc):... Date of birth (DD/MM/YY):... Gender M F Family name (as shown in your passport):... Given name(s):... Preferred name:... address:... (Applicants must provide their personal address.) Home country address: Number + Street:... Suburb/City:... Province/State:... Country:... Postcode/Zip code:... Telephone (country code/area code/number):... Mobile:... Local address in Western Australia: if known Number + Street:... Suburb/City:... Postcode:... Telephone:... Mobile:... Emergency: Name of emergency contact:... Relationship to applicant (husband, sister, mother etc):... Telephone number (include country and area codes):... Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 1 of 6

30 Parent/guardian details: If you are under 18 years of age, please complete the following: Parent/guardian s full name:... Number + Street:... Suburb/City:... Country:... Postcode:... Telephone (country code/area code/number):... Mobile:... address:... Equity + disability: The information below is used to assist in monitoring, supporting and improving services to students with medical/disability requirements. Do you have a disability, impairment or long-term medical condition which may affect your studies? Yes Please indicate the type/s of disability: Hearing Vision Learning Medical Mobility Other... Would you like to receive information on support services, equipment and facilities available that may assist you? Yes Please give brief details about your condition/disability: Passport + visa details: Country of birth:... Country of citizenship (as shown in passport):... Passport number:... Expiry date:... Do you hold a current Australian Visa? Yes If yes, what type of visa do you hold?... Expiry date:... If no, what type of visa will you be applying for?... Are you currently in Australia? Yes Are you transferring from a university or college in Australia? Yes If yes, name of Institution:... What is your principal* course of study?... Have you been studying your principal* course for longer than 6 months? Yes Are you currently applying, or have previously applied for Australian Permanent Residency Status? Yes If yes, please state your date of application (DD/MM/YY):... * The principal course is defined as the highest qualification for which you have been issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 2 of 6

31 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): Do you have current Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)? Yes If yes, who is your provider?:... Membership number:... Expiry date:... If no, do you need ETI to organise OSHC for you? Yes If yes, what type of OSHC do you need? Single Couples Family If you wish to use another provider, you will need to mak e your own payment arrangements and show evidence of the payment to ETI and the Department of Immigration and Border Protection. English level: Complete the following and provide evidence with your application. English is my first language? Yes English was the language of instruction during my secondary school or college studies? Yes If yes, did you gain a satisfactory pass in English? Yes I have undertaken an English course in Australia? Yes Course name:... English college:... Level of English course:... I have undertaken an English test? Yes Date:... Complete only the relevant fields. IELTS (overall band score):... Band scores: Reading... Listening... Writing... Speaking... TOEFL score:... Pearson (PTE) score:... Other English test:... Current or previous studies: A verified copy of all original transcripts and all official results must accompany this application. Please include grading system to enable interpretation of academic results. List any studies you have attempted, whether complete or incomplete. Secondary school studies Month/Year Commenced Month/Year Completed Year Level Achieved Name + Country of School Tertiary or post secondary studies Month/Year commenced Month/Year completed Title of Course Name + Country of Institution If you cannot provide academic results from your home country, we may be able to accept other relevant documents (e.g. resume, work references) as evidence. Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 3 of 6

32 Please complete relevant sections of PART A, B or C PART A: APPLYING FOR AN ENGLISH COURSE English courses provide a pathway into TAFE courses. Do you want to study an English language course? Yes If yes, approximate start date:... Please confirm your approximate English level. Please note, no courses are offered at Beginner level. Pre-intermediate I can understand and speak some English for daily activities. Advanced I can speak English fluently in most situations with a few mistakes. I have strategies for understanding new and unusual language. Intermediate I know and I can use most basic grammar and vocabulary. I can communicate successfully in a variety of situations, even if I make mistakes. Please select the relevant English course and Institute below: Central Institute of Technology Polytechnic West General English and English for Academic Purposes General and Academic English IELTS Plus IELTS Ready Preparation Number of weeks: Other:... English courses are also available at selected regional Institutes. If the English course that you would like to study is not listed above please provide details here: PART B: APPLYING FOR A TAFE COURSE Please list the highest level of course you wish to study. If you wish to enrol into a non-standard pathway please list each course in the pathway. Course Number Course Name Institute Campus I wish to commence my TAFE pathway in: Semester 1 (February) OR Semester 2 (July) Year Advanced Diploma courses are currently assessed under the Streamlined Visa Process (SVP) and you may be asked for additional information to complete the assessment of your application. Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 4 of 6

33 PART C: TAFE TO UNIVERSITY PACKAGE I would like to package my course with: Curtin ECU Murdoch UWA Please complete details for the TAFE and corresponding University course you want to package. Details of available pathways can be found on ETI s website on the University pathways page. To apply for a university package, please go to for further information, fees and university application forms. Students who would like to package must apply through a registered education agent. TAFE course Please list the highest level of course you wish to study. If you wish to enrol into a non-standard pathway please list each course in the pathway. Course Number Course Name Institute Campus I wish to commence my TAFE pathway in: Semester 1 (February) OR Semester 2 (July) Year University course Course Number Course Name University Campus PART D: FINALISING YOUR APPLICATION te: if you are under 18 this declaration must also be signed by your parent or guardian. Financial Declaration Do you have access to sufficient funds to support you and your dependants (if any) for the entire duration of your studies in Australia? This includes tuition fees, travel costs, living costs as outlined on the DIBP website: Agreement 1. I declare the information in this application and supporting documentation is true. 2. I acknowledge that the provision of incorrect information or documentation or the withholding of information or documentation relating to my application may result in cancellation of my enrolment. 3. I consent that my personal information may be made available to Australian Commonwealth and State agencies including the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act and the National Code. 4. I consent to ETI providing DIBP with any information about my status until I depart Australia. 5. I agree that ETI may disclose information in relation to my enrolment status, visa status, including any possible breach of visa conditions along with copies of my course progress and results to my parent/s, welfare carer, and/ or agent. Applicant s signature:... Date:... (DD/MM/YY) Parent/Guardian s signature:... Date:... (DD/MM/YY) (students under 18 years old only) Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 5 of 6

34 APPLICATION CHECKLIST Have you: Completed all sections of the Application Form Attached copies of all academic qualifications (including secondary school) Attached copies of your English language proficiency/test results Attached a copy of your passport Attached the University application forms if you are applying for a packaged program (see Part C for details) SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Please send your application to [email protected] and ensure that all attachments are under 6MB. Please note the outcome will be sent to the address you have supplied. AGENT S DECLARATION (if applicable) I declare that: > I have assessed the applicant as a Genuine Temporary Entrant and a Genuine Student as defined by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection. > All information and documentation to support this application has been sighted and verified to be true and genuine. Authorised signatory on behalf of education agent: Agency name:... Name of counsellor:... Signature:... Date:... (DD/MM/YY) Agent stamp (optional): Department of Training and Workforce Development - Customer Service Centre Education and Training International Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Tel: Fax: Web: [email protected] International Students Application Form CRICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723A RTO Provider Number: Issue Date: August 2015 Version: 1.9 Page 6 of 6

35 2015 Education + Training International Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this document is correct at the time of printing, however changes may have been made since that date. The most up-todate and accurate information is provided on the website at Education + Training International reserves the right to alter any course, fee, subject, admission requirement or other arrangement without prior notice. Registered Training Organisation Provider Number CRICOS Provider Code 00020G

36 Your Local Agent More information can be found on the Web Level 7, 3 Forrest Place, Perth WA 6000 Telephone: RTO Provider Number CRICOS Provider Code 00020G Issue Date: September 2015