INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

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1 INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE 2016 COURSES JOB-FOCUSED TRAINING UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS STUDENT SATISFACTION

2 CONTENTS AL INFORMATION BRISBANE & SKILLSTECH...4 GOLD COAST...6 CAPE YORK EAST COAST...8 NORTH...10 SOUTH WEST...26 UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS28 HOW TO ENROL AT 29 STUDY AREAS 30 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS...32 ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS..32 APPLYING FOR YOUR STUDENT VISA...32 ACCOMMODATION: YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME 33 LOOKING AFTER YOUR HEALTH 33 ACADEMIC CALENDAR PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 33 NORTH CAIRNS STUDENT JOURNEY 34 ORIENTATION...34 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT...34 ACCESS SUPPORT AND FACILITIES...35 LEARNING ENVIRONMENT...35 GRADUATION...35 MOUNT ISA LONGREACH 2

3 WELCOME THE DIVERSITY OF OUR S PROVIDES A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENTS TO CHOOSE WHERE THEY WOULD MOST LIKE TO EXPERIENCE THEIR INTERNATIONAL STUDY JOURNEY. This map indicates the Queensland locations around the state. Please note, not all qualifications are delivered at every campus. JODI SCHMIDT CEO NORTH BEING A STUDENT IS ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING AND EXCITING TIMES OF YOUR LIFE. IT S A TIME TO EMBRACE INDEPENDENCE, CHOOSE YOUR PATH, AND TRY NEW THINGS. AUSTRALIA SOUTH EAST There are significant benefits to completing your studies in another country. You will make new friends and business connections, and enjoy the extraordinary experience of living in another culture. Queensland offers a varied, personalised experience that lets you choose your own international study adventure. WE TRAIN MORE THAN 125,000 STUDENTS FROM OVER 90 COUNTRIES IN MORE THAN 600 DIFFERENT COURSES EACH YEAR. We have locations in coastal, regional and metropolitan areas across Queensland. Our students live and learn in exciting communities that are safe, vibrant and supportive. SOUTH WEST MACKAY TOOWOOMBA ROCKHAMPTOM GLADSTONE SKILLSTECH EAST COAST BRISBANE GOLD COAST Practical, job-focused training is at the core of everything we do. Our teachers have close links within their industries, so they teach real-world skills that you can use immediately. We have more than 270 formal pathways to university, giving you the opportunity to take your education further. Our connections with Australia s top universities offer our students unique higher education options. Do uni differently with degrees that offer the best of both worlds; university thinking, with hands-on learning. We are committed to providing quality education and outstanding services to our international students and their families. The Queensland International team will be right by your side on every step of your journey to ensure you get the most out of your time with us. We welcome your interest in undertaking your vocational and educational training with us. Thank you for choosing Queensland to make your international study dreams a reality. 3

4 BRISBANE RELAXED RIVERSIDE CITY LIFESTYLE AS THE CAPITAL OF, THE SUNSHINE STATE, BRISBANE OFFERS YOU WARM, SUNNY DAYS AND MILD NIGHTS WITH A TROPICAL AMBIENCE THAT S PERFECT FOR SOAKING UP THE CITY S OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE. ES: CABOOLTURE, GROVELY, LOGANLEA, MOUNT GRAVATT AND SOUTH BANK SKILLSTECH THE TRADE EDGE ES: ACACIA RIDGE, BRACKEN RIDGE AND EAGLE FARM 4

5 AL INFORMATION ABOUT THE Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland, with a metropolitan population of 2.3 million, making it the third-largest city in Australia. The city is situated along the Brisbane River, and its eastern suburbs line the shores of Moreton Bay. The greater Brisbane region is on the coastal plain east of the Great Dividing Range. Brisbane s metropolitan area sprawls from Caboolture in the north to Beenleigh in the south, and across to Ipswich in the south west. THE CITY IS SITUATED ALONG THE BRISBANE RIVER AND ITS EASTERN SUBURBS LINE THE SHORES OF MORETON BAY. THINGS TO SEE AND DO Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA), South Bank s innercity beach, Brisbane International Film Festival, sporting events at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane Openair Cinema, Botanic Gardens, Kangaroo Point cliffs, trips to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. GETTING AROUND There is a well-serviced public transport system in Brisbane which is known as Translink. There are three main types of public transport; train, bus and river ferry (boat). Brisbane has both a domestic and international airport, with transport between the airport and city via the Airtrain or Airport bus. translink.gov.au bne.com.au airtrain.com.au BRISBANE HAS EVERYTHING A BIG CITY SHOULD OFFER, WITH THE RELAXED PACE OF A BIG, FRIENDLY, COUNTRY TOWN. 5

6 GOLD COAST LIFE S A BEACH THE GOLD COAST IS ONE OF THE WORLD S MOST POPULAR HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS, BUT IT S MORE THAN A GREAT PLACE TO COME FOR A BREAK. IT S THE PERFECT PLACE TO LIVE AND STUDY! ES: ASHMORE, COOMERA AND SOUTHPORT 6

7 AL INFORMATION ABOUT THE The Gold Coast is a coastal city in south-east Queensland on the east coast of Australia. It is the second most populous city in the state with a population of 591,000. Located only one hour from Sydney by air and just 45 minutes from Brisbane by road, students from all around the world choose to live, work and study on the Gold Coast. THINGS TO SEE AND DO WELL-RENOWNED FOR ITS BEACH LIFESTYLE, GLITTERING NIGHTLIFE AND ABUNDANT ENTERTAINMENT, THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING EXCITING TO DO AND SEE Commonwealth Games host city, beaches, rainforest hinterland, theme parks, national parks. GETTING AROUND The Gold Coast has its own airport (which is actually in two states as the runway is in both New South Wales and in Queensland) with international flights direct to Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China and India just to name a few. Public transport buses operate to all campuses from all areas of the Gold Coast, and trains link the major centres. translink.gov.au airtrain.com.au WITH BRISBANE LESS THAN AN HOUR S DRIVE NORTH, YOU ARE EVEN MORE SPOILED FOR CHOICE. 7

8 EAST COAST BEACHSIDE LIVING ENJOYS 300 DAYS OF SUNSHINE A YEAR, SO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE WEATHER AND STUDY BY THE BEACH! ES: BUNDABERG, HERVEY BAY AND SUNSHINE COAST (MOOLOOLABA, MAROOCHYDORE, NAMBOUR AND SIPPY DOWNS) 8

9 AL INFORMATION ABOUT THE Just north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is one of Australia s most popular destinations, with beautiful beaches, lush hinterland and national parks. It has a pleasant, subtropical climate, which is comfortable all year round. The Wide Bay region stretches from Bundaberg in the north to Gympie in the south, incorporating the Fraser Coast region of Hervey Bay and Maryborough. This beautiful region offers a relaxed lifestyle and beautiful climate year round. Think long sandy beaches, island retreats, abundant marine life and pristine World Heritage national parks. LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE SUNSHINE COAST AND THE WIDE BAY, OUR EAST COAST S WILL PUT YOU IN A GREAT POSITION TO EXPERIENCE COASTAL LIFE. THINGS TO SEE AND DO Australia Zoo, beaches, Sunshine Coast hinterland, Eumundi Markets, Ettamogah Pub, whale-watching in Hervey Bay, Bundaberg Rum Distillery, Fraser Island. GETTING AROUND Transport: Bus, train, Bundaberg Regional Airport, Hervey Bay Airport (domestic) with regular transfers from the Sunshine Coast to Brisbane International Airport. SUNSHINE COAST sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au sunbus.com.au HERVEY BAY widebaytransit.com.au THIS IS HOME TO SOME OF AUSTRALIA S MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, AS WELL AS HERVEY BAY; THE WHALE- WATCHING CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA. 9

10 NORTH LIFE IN THE TROPICS THE LOCALS CALL IT PARADISE BEAUTIFUL ONE DAY; PERFECT THE NEXT. YOUR POSTCARDS HOME WILL BOAST THE GREAT BARRIER REEF AND WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS AS YOUR LOCAL PLAYGROUND. ES: TOWNSVILLE (NORTH), CAIRNS (FAR NORTH) AND CANNONVALE (WHITSUNDAYS) 10

11 AL INFORMATION ABOUT THE North Queensland covers a vast area of more than 117,000 square kilometres. Townsville is the region s unofficial capital, and is a major port for mining and agriculture exports. Cairns is the gateway to one of Australia s biggest tourist destinations, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Whitsundays offer year-round access to stunning island getaways. With more than 242,000 residents, North Queensland s population makes up just over five per cent of Queensland s total population. YOU CAN EXPLORE THIS GREAT NATURAL WONDER FROM TOWNSVILLE, CAIRNS OR CANNONVALE (WHITSUNDAYS). THINGS TO SEE AND DO Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, Whitsunday islands, Daintree rainforest. GETTING AROUND North Queensland is well serviced by buses and ferries, with state-wide and interstate rail connections also available. Townsville and Cairns both have domestic/ international airports, while major airlines fly into Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine just 30 minutes from Airlie Beach. TOWNSVILLE townsville.qld.gov.au sunbus.com.au CAIRNS cairns.qld.gov.au sunbus.com.au THE WHITSUNDAYS whitsundaytransit.com.au sunbus.com.au 11

12 SKILLSTECH THE TRADE EDGE ES: ACACIA RIDGE, BRACKEN RIDGE AND EAGLE FARM SINCE I WAS A KID I ALWAYS LIKED CARS. MY FAVOURITE THING I VE LEARNT IS ENGINES. ENGINES ARE LIKE THE HEARTS OF CARS; THEY ARE VERY COMPLICATED AND PRECISE. I REALLY LIKE THE PRACTICAL STUFF. GIVES US THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO PRACTICAL PLACEMENT IN A REAL WORKSHOP. AS A STUDENT HERE, YOU GET TO DO LOTS OF REALLY GREAT THINGS RATHER THAN JUST SITTING INSIDE READING BOOKS. HAS A REALLY GOOD REPUTATION. I HEARD FROM A LOT OF PEOPLE IT HAS THE BEST EDUCATION FOR AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING. THE FACILITIES ARE CLEAN AND NEW AND THEY MAINTAIN THEM REALLY WELL. BRISBANE IS A PEACEFUL PLACE. IT S QUIET AND I CAN RELAX AND I REALLY LIKE THE WEATHER. DANIEL JEONG KOREAN STUDENT 12

13 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES ARTS, DESIGN AND ENTERTAINMENT ARTS, DESIGN AND ENTERTAINMENT GRAPHIC DESIGN Diploma of Graphic Design Certificate IV in Design South West Springfield Toowoomba C D CUV50311 CUV40311 $17,250 1 year Diploma of Graphic Design Brisbane South Bank B CUV50311 $16,000 1 year Diploma of Graphic Design East Coast Nambour A CUV50311 $15,000 1 year Diploma of Graphic Design Gold Coast Coomera K CUV50311 $14,100 1 year INTERACTIVE DIGITAL MEDIA Diploma of Interactive Digital Media Gold Coast Coomera D CUF50207 $14,400 1 year Diploma of Interactive Digital Media Brisbane South Bank A CUF50207 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (Games) Brisbane South Bank A CUF50207 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (Games and Animation) East Coast Mooloolaba M CUF50207 $8,500 6 months INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECORATION Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration Brisbane South Bank A MSF50213 $25,500 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration East Coast Nambour A MSF50213 $24,000 2 years Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration Gold Coast Coomera J MSF50213 $18,200 1 year 6 months (3 PHOTOGRAPHY Diploma of Photo Imaging Brisbane South Bank D CUV50411 $16,000 1 year SCREEN AND MEDIA Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (Games and Animation) East Coast Mooloolaba B M CUF60107 CUF50207 $17,000 1 year Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media East Coast Mooloolaba B CUF60107 $8,500 6 months Diploma of Screen and Media Brisbane South Bank G CUF50107 $14,000 1 year SOUND PRODUCTION Diploma of Sound Production Brisbane South Bank F CUS50209 $16,000 1 year Diploma of Music Brisbane South Bank K CUS50109 $16,000 1 year Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

14 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES ARTS, DESIGN AND ENTERTAINMENT / BUSINESS AND COMMERCE ARTS, DESIGN AND ENTERTAINMENT (CONTINUED) VISUAL ARTS Diploma of Visual Arts Brisbane South Bank D CUV50111 $16,000 1 year BUSINESS AND COMMERCE BUSINESS Diploma of Business Certificate IV in Business Brisbane South Bank D B BSB50215 BSB40215 $16,000 1 year Diploma of Business Certificate IV in Business North Cairns D G BSB50215 BSB40215 $12,000 1 year Diploma of Business East Coast Maroochydore F BSB50215 $6,000 6 months Diploma of Business North Cairns D BSB50215 $6,000 6 months Diploma of Business Certificate IV in Business Gold Coast Southport G M BSB50215 BSB40215 $14,100 1 year 24/01/2017 Diploma of Business Gold Coast Southport G BSB50215 $7,050 6 months Certificate IV in Business Brisbane South Bank B BSB40215 $8,000 6 months Certificate IV in Business Gold Coast Southport M BSB40215 $7,050 6 months Certificate IV in Business North Cairns G BSB40215 $6,000 6 months 24/01/ /01/2017 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Diploma of Business Certificate IV in Business Administration East Coast Maroochydore F B BSB50215 BSB40515 $12,000 1 year Certificate IV in Business Administration East Coast Maroochydore B BSB40515 $6,000 6 months Certificate III in Business Administration Gold Coast Southport G BSB30415 $6,400 6 months 24/01/2017 MARKETING Diploma of Marketing Certificate IV in Marketing Brisbane South Bank J F BSB51215 BSB41315 $16,000 1 year Certificate IV in Marketing Brisbane South Bank F BSB41315 $8,000 6 months 14 International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

15 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION / EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION BUILDING DESIGN Diploma of Building Design Brisbane South Bank G CPP50911 $28,000 2 years Diploma of Building Design East Coast Nambour G CPP50911 $20,000 2 years Diploma of Building Design Gold Coast Coomera J CPP50911 $19,950 1 year 6 months (3 CONSTRUCTION Certificate III in Carpentry SkillsTech Acacia Ridge M CPC30211 $22,000 2 years Certificate III in Joinery SkillsTech Acacia Ridge E CPC31912 $22,000 2 years Certificate III in Bricklaying/ Blocklaying SkillsTech Acacia Ridge A CPC30111 $22,000 2 years Certificate III in Painting and Decorating SkillsTech Acacia Ridge M CPC30611 $22,000 2 years EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Brisbane South Bank G CHC50113 $21,000 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care East Coast Mooloolaba F CHC50113 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Gold Coast Southport K CHC50113 $18,000 1 year 6 months (3 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Brisbane South Bank Loganlea B CHC30113 $7,000 $6,000 6 months Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) J CHC30113 $6,500 1 year Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

16 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES (ELICOS) ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES (ELICOS) GENERAL ENGLISH English for Academic Purposes EAP Brisbane South Bank M FFS288 $3, weeks 21/03/ /09/2016 English for Academic Purposes EAP - Nursing Brisbane South Bank M FFS288-1 $3, weeks 04/04/ /09/2016 General English (Elementary to Advanced) Brisbane South Bank M FFS286 $270/wk Minimum 2 weeks Any Monday ELPIS - English for Academic Purposes EAP Gold Coast Southport K N/A $3, weeks Any Monday ELPIS - General English (Elementary to Advanced) Gold Coast Southport K N/A $270 p/w for 10 weeks $260 p/w 11 to 20 weeks $250 p/w 20+ weeks Minimum 4 weeks Any Monday IELTS PREPARATION Preparation Program for the IELTS Examination Brisbane South Bank G FFS280 $270/wk Minimum 2 weeks Any Monday ELPIS - IELTS Prep Gold Coast Southport K N/A $270 p/w for 10 weeks $260 p/w 11 to 20 weeks $250 p/w 20+ weeks Minimum 1 week Any Monday Preparation Program for ISLPR Testing Brisbane South Bank K NACC00002 $270/wk 4-6 weeks 04/01/ /03/ /05/ /10/2016 LITERACY AND NUMERACY Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English - Further Studies South West Toowoomba K 10365NAT $4,700 6 months 11/04/2016 Certificate III in Spoken and Written English South West Toowoomba M 10364NAT $4,700 6 months Certificate II in Spoken and Written English South West Toowoomba A 10363NAT $4,700 6 months Certificate I in Spoken and Written English South West Toowoomba B 10362NAT $4,700 6 months 11/04/ /04/ /04/2016 Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English South West Toowoomba C 1036NAT $4,700 6 months 11/04/2016 Certificate II in Core Skills for Employment and Training - Communication Certificate I in Core Skills for Employment and Training - Communication Course in Core Skills for Employment and Training - Communication (Intermediate) Course in Core Skills for Employment and Training - Communication (Basic) Course in Core Skills for Employment and Training - Communication (Preliminary) East Coast Bundaberg G 39283QLD $4, weeks Rolling East Coast Bundaberg A 39282QLD $3, weeks Rolling East Coast Bundaberg M 39281QLD $3, weeks Rolling East Coast Bundaberg A 39280QLD $4, weeks Rolling East Coast Bundaberg G 39279QLD $5, weeks Rolling 16 International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

17 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES ENGINEERING, MINING AND GAS ENGINEERING, MINING AND GAS ENGINEERING Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Brisbane South Bank A HED001 $32,000 2 years Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical SkillsTech Eagle Farm E UEE60211 $24,000 2 years SkillsTech Eagle Farm D UEE62111 $24,000 2 years Advanced Diploma of Engineering incorporating Diploma of Engineering - Technical SkillsTech Acacia Ridge D E MEM60112 MEM50212 $24,000 2 years 15/02/ /07/2015 Diploma of Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering Diploma of Instrumentation and Control Engineering SkillsTech Bracken Ridge E UEE51211 $29,600 2 years SkillsTech Eagle Farm K UEE50511 $18,000 1 year 6 months (3 SkillsTech Eagle Farm E UEE51011 $18,000 1 year 6 months (3 Certificate IV in Engineering Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade East Coast Bundaberg B J MEM40105 MEM30305 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Engineering Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) East Coast Bundaberg B G MEM40105 MEM30205 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Engineering Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade SkillsTech Acacia Ridge G G MEM40105 MEM30305 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Engineering Gold Coast Ashmore E MEM40105 $17,995 2 years Certificate IV in Engineering East Coast Bundaberg B MEM40105 $7,000 6 months 23/01/2017 Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting and Turning) East Coast Bundaberg G MEM30205 $19,000 1 year 6 months (3 Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade East Coast Bundaberg J MEM30305 $19,000 1 year 6 months (3 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

18 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES ENVIRONMENT AND HORTICULTURE / FASHION ENVIRONMENT AND HORTICULTURE CONSERVATION AND LAND MANAGEMENT Diploma of Conservation and Land Management East Coast Nambour M AHC51110 $10,000 1 year HORTICULTURE Diploma of Horticulture Certificate III in Horticulture Certificate II in Horticulture Brisbane Grovely F G A AHC50410 AHC30710 AHC20410 $20,500 2 years Certificate III in Horticulture Certificate II in Horticulture Brisbane Grovely G A AHC30710 AHC20410 $10,250 1 year Certificate III in Horticulture North Townsville (Bohle) Certificate II in Horticulture North Townsville (Bohle) M AHC30710 $6,000 6 months A AHC20410 $6,000 6 months FASHION FASHION Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology East Coast Mooloolaba F LMT50307 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 Brisbane Mt Gravatt M LMT50307 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 18 International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

19 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY / HEALTH HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY BEAUTY Diploma of Beauty Therapy Brisbane South Bank D SHB50115 $19,500 1 year Diploma of Beauty Therapy Gold Coast Southport K SIB50110 $16,500 1 year 24/01/2017 Diploma of Beauty Therapy North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) G SIB50110 $16,500 1 year Diploma of Beauty Therapy South West Toowoomba D SIB50110 $16,790 1 year 6 months (3 Certificate III in Beauty Services South West Toowoomba F SIB30110 $5,000 6 months (1 Semester) 23/01/2017 HAIRDRESSING Certificate III in Hairdressing East Coast Mooloolaba B SIH30111 $15,000 1 year Certificate III in Hairdressing Gold Coast Southport F SIH30111 $15,500 1 year Certificate III in Hairdressing South West Bundamba B SIH30111 $13,800 1 year 3 months (2 semesters, 1 term) Rolling 24/01/ /01/2016 HEALTH AGED CARE Certificate III in Aged Care Certificate III in Home and Community Care South West Toowoomba D C CHC30312 CHC30312 $7,000 6 months Certificate III in Aged Care Brisbane South Bank Loganlea Caboolture F CHC30212 $7,500 $6,500 $6,500 6 months Certificate III in Aged Care Gold Coast Southport F CHC30212 $7,000 6 months Certificate III in Aged Care North Townsville (Pimlico) M CHC30212 $5,500 6 months Certificate III in Aged Care East Coast Mooloolaba G CHC30212 $6,000 6 months Certificate III in Health Services Assistance North Cairns E HLT32512 $5,500 6 months COMMUNITY SERVICES Certificate IV in Community Services Work Brisbane South Bank G CHC40708 $7,000 6 months Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

20 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES HEALTH / HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM HEALTH (CONTINUED) DENTAL SERVICES Diploma of Dental Technology Brisbane South Bank M HLT50512 $32,000 2 years Diploma of Laboratory Technology Brisbane South Bank C MSL50109 $17,000 1 year Certificate III in Dental Assisting Brisbane South Bank A HLT31812 $8,000 6 months NURSING Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) Certificate III in Aged Care Gold Coast Southport E F HLT51612 CHC30212 $28,500 2 years Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) Brisbane South Bank Loganlea G HLT51612 $24,000 $21,000 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) Certificate III in Aged Care East Coast Sippy Downs (Diploma only) Mooloolaba (Certificate III only) B G HLT51612 CHC30212 $26,000 2 years Diploma of Nursing Certificate III in Aged Care North Townsville (Pimlico) G M HLT51612 CHC30212 $23,000 2 years Diploma of Nursing Certificate III in Health Science Services Assistance North Cairns G E HLT51612 HLT32512 $23,000 2 years Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) East Coast Sippy Downs Bundaberg B HLT51612 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Enrolled Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) South West Toowoomba G HLT51612 $24,200 1 year 6 months (3 Gold Coast Southport E HLT51612 $21,500 1 year 6 months (3 04/05/ /01/ /07/ /01/2017 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing) North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) G HLT51612 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM EVENTS Diploma of Events South West Toowoomba G SIT50212 $14,875 1 year Diploma of Events Brisbane South Bank M SIT50212 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Events East Coast Mooloolaba D SIT50212 $13,000 1 year 04/07/ International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

21 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM (CONTINUED) HOSPITALITY Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Brisbane South Bank A D SIT60313 SIT40413 $28,000 2 years 15/02/2016 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Brisbane South Bank A SIT60313 $25,500 1 Year 6 months (3 Diploma of Hospitality Diploma of Events Certificate IV in Hospitality South West Toowoomba K G G SIT50313 SIT40313 SIT50212 $19,375 1 year 6 months (3 04/07/2016 Diploma of Hospitality Diploma of Business East Coast Mooloolaba F F SIT50313 BSB50215 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Hospitality Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Certificate III in Commercial Cookery East Coast Mooloolaba F D E SIT50313 SIT40413 SIT30813 $21,500 2 Years Diploma of Hospitality Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) D G SIT50313 SIT40413 $25,000 2 years Diploma of Hospitality Certificate III in Commercial Cookery North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) Cannonvale D A SIT50313 SIT30813 $22,000 2 years Diploma of Hospitality Certificate III in Hospitality North Cairns D M SIT50313 SIT30713 $20,000 1 year Diploma of Hospitality North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) Cannonvale D SIT50313 $16,000 1 year Diploma of Hospitality (Cookery or Food and Beverage) Gold Coast Ashmore G SIT50313 $14,700 1 year 24/01/2017 Diploma of Hospitality Brisbane South Bank B SIT50313 $14,000 1 year Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Certificate III in Commercial Cookery East Coast Mooloolaba D E SIT40413 SIT30813 $17,000 1 Year 6 Months (3 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Brisbane South Bank D SIT40413 $25,500 1 year 6 months (3 15/02/2016 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) Cannonvale G SIT40413 $19,500 1 year 6 months (3 Certificate III in Hospitality North Cairns M SIT30713 $7,000 6 months Certificate III in Commercial Cookery Gold Coast Ashmore C SIT30813 $16,450 1 year Certificate III in Commercial Cookery East Coast Mooloolaba E SIT30813 $14,000 1 year Certificate III in Commercial Cookery South West Toowoomba M SIT30813 $11,000 1 year 24/01/ /07/2016 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) A SIT30813 $16,000 1 year Certificate III in Patisserie Brisbane South Bank F SIT31113 $14,000 1 year 15/02/2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

22 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM (CONTINUED) TRAVEL AND TOURISM (CONTINUED) Diploma of Travel and Tourism Diploma of Events East Coast Mooloolaba E D SIT50112 SIT50212 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Travel and Tourism Certificate III in Travel Brisbane South Bank M A SIT50112 SIT31312 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Travel and Tourism Certificate III in Travel East Coast Mooloolaba E K SIT50112 SIT31312 $12,000 1 year Diploma of Travel and Tourism Certificate III in Travel North Cairns J J SIT50112 SIT31312 $12,000 1 year Diploma of Travel and Tourism East Coast Mooloolaba E SIT50112 $6,000 6 months Diploma of Travel and Tourism North Cairns J SIT50112 $6,000 6 months Certificate III in Travel Gold Coast Southport G SIT31312 $7,500 6 months Certificate III in Travel East Coast Mooloolaba K SIT31312 $6,000 6 months Certificate III in Travel North Cairns J SIT31312 $6,000 6 months 24/01/2017 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Advanced Diploma of Information Technology Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) Certificate III in Information Digital Media and Technology Brisbane South Bank J A D ICT60115 ICT50415 ICT30115 $28,000 2 years Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) Certificate III in Information Digital Media and Technology Brisbane South Bank A D ICT50415 ICT30115 $23,000 1 year 6 months (3 Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) Gold Coast Coomera G ICT50415 $14,100 1 year Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) North Cairns Townsville (Pimlico) J ICT50415 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Information Technology (Networking) East Coast Mooloolaba M ICA50415 $13,000 1 year Diploma of Information Technology (System Administration) Certificate III in Information Digital Media and Technology Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology South West Toowoomba A ICA50311 $10,050 6 months Brisbane South Bank D ICT30115 $7,000 6 months North Cairns F ICT30115 $5,500 6 months South West Toowoomba G ICT30115 $6,500 6 months 22 International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

23 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY / SENIOR SCHOOLING / SPORT AND FITNESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CONTINUED) SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Diploma of Software Development Gold Coast Coomera C ICT50715 $14,100 1 year WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT Diploma of Website Development Certificate IV in Web-Based Technologies Brisbane South Bank C G ICT50615 ICT40315 $16,000 1 year SENIOR SCHOOLING SENIOR SCHOOLING Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation Brisbane South Bank B 10397NAT $8,000 6 months Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation Gold Coast Southport G 10397NAT $8,500 6 months Certificate III in Employment and Training Brisbane South Bank A 10091NAT $7,000 6 months 27/01/ /07/2017 SPORT AND FITNESS FITNESS Diploma of Fitness Certificate IV in Fitness Certificate III in Fitness Brisbane South Bank C K D SIS50213 SIS40210 SIS30313 $14,000 1 year (2 terms and 1 semester) Certificate IV in Fitness Certificate III in Fitness Brisbane South Bank K D SIS40210 SIS30313 $7, weeks (2 terms) Certificate III in Fitness Brisbane South Bank D SIS30313 $3,000 7 weeks (1 term) Diploma of Sport Development Certificate IV in Sport Development Brisbane South Bank G J SIS50612 SIS40612 $14,000 1 year Diploma of Sport Development (Surf Stream) East Coast Mooloolaba C SIS50612 $22,500 1 year Diploma of Sport Development (Golf Stream) East Coast Mooloolaba C SIS50612 $22,500 1 year 22/01/ /07/ /01/ /07/2016 Diploma of Sport Development (Sport Stream) East Coast Fraser Coast (Hervey Bay) C SIS50612 $15,900 1 year 22/01/ /07/2016 Diploma of Sport Development (Fitness Stream) East Coast Mooloolaba C SIS50612 $15,900 1 year 22/01/ /07/2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C International Tuition Fees

24 INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES TRADES TRADES TRADES Diploma of Automotive Management Certificate IV in Automotive Management South West Toowoomba J K AUR50112 AUR40112 $19,000 1 year Diploma of Automotive Management Gold Coast Ashmore K AUR50112 $10,000 1 year 23/01/2017 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology SkillsTech Acacia Ridge G K AUR40212 AUR30612 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology East Coast Bundaberg D F AUR40212 AUR30612 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology SkillsTech Acacia Ridge G G AUR40212 AUR31212 $24,000 2 years Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis East Coast Bundaberg D AUR40212 $12,000 9 months (1 semester and 1 term) Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology Gold Coast Ashmore F AUR30312 $16,450 2 years 20/01/ /07/ /01/2017 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology East Coast Bundaberg F AUR30612 $15,000 1 year 3 months (2 semesters and 1 term) Gold Coast Ashmore B AUR30612 $16,450 2 years South West Toowoomba M AUR30612 $20,000 1 year 6 months (3 10/07/ /01/2017 Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction Gold Coast Coomera F MEM30705 $17,995 2 years 23/01/ International Tuition Fees 2016 Queensland Brisbane RTO No No E Queensland Gold Coast RTO No No G Queensland East Coast RTO No No B Queensland SkillsTech RTO No No M Queensland North RTO No No B Queensland South West RTO No No C

25 NATALIE KARLSSON (SCANDINAVIA) FITNESS I VE ALWAYS BEEN INTERESTED IN FITNESS TRAINING AND TRAVELLING. I SPOKE TO A FORMER STUDENT WHO LOVED HER TIME HERE AND I THOUGHT, IT S THE PLACE TO BE! THE TEACHERS ARE SO EXPERIENCED, THEY REALLY KNOW WHAT THEY RE DOING. THE IS IN A REALLY GOOD. IF YOU HAVE A LONG BREAK YOU CAN GO DOWN TO THE BEACH AND HAVE A SURF AND A SWIM. THERE ARE A LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES HERE. I M NOW WORKING FOR ONE OF MY TEACHERS AS A GROUP TRAINER. I LOVE THE PEOPLE AND THE CULTURE. IT S PARADISE AND IT FEELS LIKE HOME. 25

26 SOUTH WEST LIFE IN THE COUNTRY IF YOU RE SEEKING TO EXPERIENCE AUSTRALIA S COUNTRY LIFESTYLE, THIS OFFERS PICTURESQUE FARMLANDS AND ROLLING HILLS DOTTED WITH WINERIES, SCENIC HISTORICAL TOWNS AND PLENTY OF BUSHWALKING OPPORTUNITIES. ES: BUNDAMBA (IPSWICH), TOOWOOMBA AND SPRINGFIELD 26

27 AL INFORMATION SW ABOUT THE Ipswich enjoys a subtropical climate and is a safe, friendly and multicultural city. Toowoomba is Australia s second largest inland city, with a population of 100,000 residents. It is renowned for being one of the most liveable cities in Australia with world-class facilities, gardens and parks and beautiful tree-lined streets. THINGS TO SEE AND DO Vineyards and wineries, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Ipswich Show, Ipswich Australian V8 Supercars Series, art galleries, horse racing, cinemas, shopping. YOU WILL EXPERIENCE THE TRUE ESSENCE OF IN THE SOUTH WEST. THE COUNTRY LIFE WITH CITY LIGHTS NOT TOO FAR OUT OF SIGHT. GETTING AROUND You can travel to Toowoomba from the Brisbane International Airport via the Air Train and Greyhound Bus, or on the Airport Flyer. You can catch a train from Brisbane to Bundamba Station and walk to in five minutes. translink.gov.au airtrain.com.au greyhound.com.au airportflyer.com.au WITH BRISBANE LESS THAN A TWO HOUR DRIVE AWAY, SOUTH WEST PROVIDES THE PERFECT BALANCE BETWEEN COUNTRY AND CITY LIVING. 27

28 UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS HAS HUNDREDS OF POSSIBLE PATHWAYS TO SOME OF AUSTRALIA S BEST UNIVERSITIES. THAT MEANS YOU CAN GET CREDIT FOR YOUR QUALIFICATION TO FAST- TRACK YOUR DEGREE. OUR DEGREE S AND PATHWAYS COMBINE UNIVERSITY THINKING WITH HANDS-ON LEARNING, SO OUR STUDENTS GET THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS. Under this arrangement you can start your studies with us in a diploma level course and move straight into a second year of a bachelor degree at university. EDUCATIONAL PATHWAY OPTIONS English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Queensland Diploma programs UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS 2nd year Bachelor programs UNIVERSITY PARTNERS *Disclaimer: Not all university partners are associated with Queensland s regional locations. Please enquire with Queensland International to research your university pathway options. 28

29 HOW TO ENROL WITH US A SUCCESSFUL STUDY JOURNEY BEGINS WITH CONFIDENCE IN YOUR ENROLMENT DECISION. Choose the program you want to study. See page 30 of this guide. Talk to your agent in your home country For a full list of international agents visit tafeqld.edu.au/international/agents Talk through your study options with an International Officer on topics such as course selection, university pathways, payment options, workload strategies and more. To book an appointment, go to our website tafeqld.edu.au/international or call APPLY 3 FEES SEND YOUR APPLICATION To apply please complete the Application Form located on the Queensland International website: Attach certified copies of the following: Passport Educational certificate and academic records English language test results Evidence of employment history (if applicable) Ensure that your current name is added to copies obtained under your former names and that certified translations accompany documents that are not in English. WHEN SHOULD I APPLY? Apply as early as possible to ensure that a place in your preferred course is available. You need to keep in mind the time it takes to apply for a student visa. PAY THE FEES Before the Letter of Offer expires, you should: Pay tuition fees as stated in your Letter of Offer Pay Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) as stated in your Offer, or arrange your own OSHC for the duration of your visa. Payment of the amount should be made in Australian dollars via bank cheque international bank draft credit card direct deposit or telegraphic transfer to the Institute s account which will be specified in the Offer of Place letter. If you pay by direct deposit or telegraphic transfer, you must provide proof of payment (such as a receipt). When we have received your fees you will receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (ecoe). TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FREE INFORMATION SERVICES AND RESEARCH ALL AVAILABLE STUDY OPTIONS SO THAT YOU CAN MAKE AN INFORMED DECISION THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU. 2 OFFER 4 VISA RECEIVE YOUR LETTER OF OFFER If your application is successful, you will be sent a Letter of Offer. This may be a conditional offer made on the condition that you meet certain requirements. To accept the offer, complete and sign the Acceptance of Offer and return it together with your payment. Send the required documentation to show that conditions have been met (if your offer is conditional). APPLY FOR YOUR STUDENT VISA When you receive your ecoe, take it to an Australian Diplomatic Mission in your home country, along with your Letter of Offer, and all other Australian Government Visa requirements. We advise that you seek assistance from your agent or the Department of Immigration and Border Protection: To find the Australian Diplomatic Mission nearest you visit: 29

30 STUDY AREAS EMBARKING ON AN INTERNATIONAL STUDY JOURNEY IS EASY AT, WITH OVER 180 COURSES TO CHOOSE FROM ACROSS 15 STUDY AREAS. ARTS, DESIGN AND ENTERTAINMENT Become a graphic or web designer, illustrator or animator; develop your writing and editing skills or get behind the scenes with lighting set up, vision and sound recording and camera rigging. BUSINESS AND COMMERCE There is a huge demand for employees in this sector, so now is the time to fast-track your career in the industry and enrol in a course that s an investment for your future. BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION Get practical hands-on skills in furniture making, plumbing or a range of construction trades. The programs provide the foundation for a wide range of occupations. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE Kickstart your rewarding career teaching and caring for young children with our certificate course. Learn policies and procedures to provide care to children. ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES Prepare yourself for further study with one of our English Language Program courses that involves basic comprehension, reading and writing skills to the the more complex elements such as syntax and grammar. ENGINEERING, MINING AND GAS Get all the skills you need to build a career in engineering. Learn about fabrication, mechanical, production and technical areas of manufacturing. ES BRISBANE SKILLSTECH GOLD COAST 30

31 ENVIRONMENT AND HORTICULTURE Learn while enjoying the great outdoors and watch your work come to life! Use your horticulture skills in plant care, landscape management, propagating, pruning and fertilising. FASHION Become a trend setter and create the latest looks with a career in fashion. Bring your creativity and originality. HAIRDRESSING AND BEAUTY Fashion your own style and launch your career in retail, skin care or photographic makeup that could see you working on photo shoots, film sets and catwalk shows. HEALTH Enjoy a rewarding career in the health services industry. Become an aged care professional, dental technician or follow the pathway to university with a Diploma of Nursing. HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Feel the rush of what it s like to work in the fast-paced hospitality and tourism industry. Develop skills in communications, planning, organisation and management. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY There is a huge demand for employees in this sector, so now is the time to fast-track your career in the industry and enrol in a course that s an investment for your future. SENIOR SCHOOLING SPORT AND FITNESS TRADES You will gain the skills needed for successful tertiary study including time management and problem solving. Energise your career with a course in fitness. Get the skills to organise and complete daily work activities and undertake client health assessments. Rev up your career with a course in automotive. Learn about cars, engines, and vehicle components. Please note, not all qualifications are delivered at every campus. EAST COAST NORTH SOUTH WEST 31

32 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS In general, entry to certificate III programs requires successful completion of the equivalent of Year 10 in Australia, certificate IV, diploma and advanced diploma courses require the equivalent of Year 12. Some courses may have further requirements such as proficiency in specific areas for example, science, art or mathematics or portfolios relevant to the course. Mature age entry is usually offered as an alternative to Years 10 or 12 levels of study. For mature age entry, you must be at least 21 years of age and have some relevant work experience. Please visit our website for information about entry requirements specific to your country, or call us if you have any concerns about the eligibility of your education level for a particular program. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS If English is not your first language, the required minimum English language level for entry to most Queensland courses is one of the following: IELTS 5.5 with no individual score less than 5.0 (Academic) Successful completion of weeks IELTS Preparation at Queensland with results certified to course entry level TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) ibt score of 69 or better overall International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR) minimum score of 2+ for reading, writing, listening and speaking Successful completion of Queensland s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Queensland Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English First Cambridge Certificate of English, C Grade Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) score 162 or above Successful completion of a vocational course of Australian Qualifications Framework Level 3 or higher, in which the medium of instruction is English (min 18 weeks in duration) Sound achievement in a Year 12 Board English in an Australian school Pearson Test of English Academic: score of 44 or above WAHYUDI (INDONESIA) HOSPITALITY I LOVE THE TEACHERS AT BECAUSE THEY ARE FULL OF EXPERIENCE. THEY ARE VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT THEIR INDUSTRY AND VERY CARING. BECAUSE ENGLISH IS MY SECOND LANGUAGE IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE. YOU REALLY GET THE SUPPORT YOU NEED AT AS WELL AS LOTS OF FLEXIBILITY. I WOULD TOTALLY RECOMMEND TO PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE GLOBE BECAUSE IT IS THE BEST. ALWAYS CHECK THE SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR CHOSEN. YOU CAN DO THIS ON OUR WEBSITE. APPLYING FOR YOUR STUDENT VISA For information on student visas and how to apply, go to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website The Australian Embassy must see your: 32 Proof of tuition fee payment ecoe (electronic Confirmation of Enrolment) Letter of Offer from Queensland MORE INFORMATION ABOUT APPLYING FOR YOUR STUDENT VISA CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE.

33 ACCOMMODATION ACADEMIC CALENDAR SEMESTER 1 27 January 2016 SEMESTER 2 11 July 2016 Please note, semester start dates are subject to change. YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME Each region offers different accommodation options to suit every lifestyle and budget, including temporary accommodation such as hotels, motels and youth hostels upon arrival and permanent rentals for long term living. Homestay is also an option. It is one of the best ways to learn about Australians and their way of life. YOUR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICER (ISSO) CAN HELP YOU FIND THE BEST OPTION FOR YOUR NEEDS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Queensland campuses will be closed for all national public holidays and for two weeks over Christmas. Regionally, there are additional public holidays to enjoy. New Year s Day 1 January 2016 Australia Day 26 January 2016 Good Friday 3 April 2016 Easter Monday 6 April 2016 ANZAC Day 25 April 2016 Queen s Birthday 8 June 2016 Labour Day 5 October 2016 Christmas break 15 December January 2017 If dependent children accompany you to Australia, you must enrol them in school. International tuition fees will apply. Go to the Education Queensland International website, eqi.com.au for more information. LOOKING AFTER YOUR HEALTH The Australian Government requires that all international students in Australia maintain medical cover through an approved Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) provider for the full period of their student visa. Your OSHC will help to pay for any medical or hospital care you may need while studying in Australia. It also contributes towards the costs of most prescription medicines and ambulance expenses in case of an emergency. Queensland can organise this on your behalf or you may choose your own health care organisation. If you need medical help in Australia, you should go to a doctor s surgery that can send the bill directly to your OSHC insurance provider. 33

34 STUDENT JOURNEY STUDYING ABROAD CAN BE BOTH EXCITING AND DAUNTING, SO WE WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE EQUIPPED WITH ALL THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO MAKE YOUR TRANSITION TO LIFE AS AN AUSTRALIAN STUDENT AS SEAMLESS AS POSSIBLE. ORIENTATION A COMPREHENSIVE ORIENTATION TO THE AND YOUR CHOSEN TAKES PLACE BEFORE STUDY COMMENCES EACH SEMESTER. You will receive information about living in Queensland including sun safety, legal matters, beach awareness, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) medical insurance. Attendance to your orientation is compulsory. Orientation date details will be outlined in your Letter of Offer. Your teacher will give you your class timetable on the first day of your course. Classes may be scheduled three to five days per week (Monday to Friday) and some students may have to attend evening classes. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT A student support officer will ensure that you have access to appropriate guidance and facilities to help you succeed, no matter what your educational background, cultural heritage, or skill level may be. OUR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT ADVISORS (ISSAS) ARE ON HAND TO PROVIDE SUPPORT AND WILL HELP YOU ACCESS THE SUPPORT SERVICES AVAILABLE TO ASSIST YOU WITH YOUR STUDIES. 34

35 ACCESS SUPPORT AND FACILITIES OUR COUNSELLING SERVICES ARE FREE, CONFIDENTIAL AND HERE TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR STUDY GOALS. THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT ADVISOR WILL HELP YOU MAKE AN APPOINTMENT IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE FROM OUR SUPPORT SERVICES. Our disability services assist students with a disability to achieve their training and education goals by helping to identify support needs and providing adaptive equipment. All of our campuses are designed with an engaging student experience in mind, featuring plenty of space to enjoy the Queensland weather all year round. At most of our campuses you will have access to free WIFI, so if you re feeling homesick, you can Skype your family and friends or stream your favourite TV shows from back home. Other facilities* that will enhance your overall study experience include: Assistive technology rooms Libraries Student accommodation and administration Book stores Child care Restaurants and cafes Fitness centres On-campus WIFI Parking ATMs Green open spaces *Facilities vary between campuses LEARNING ENVIRONMENT While you study with us, we want your campus to be your home away from home. We ve made sure each campus is welcoming and lively and that the education you receive is personalised and supportive. We want you to reach your full academic potential, while having fun at the same time. From purpose-built classrooms and studios to simulated work environments, our intimate tutorial-style classes are the perfect place for students to spend more time with their teachers and get a better understanding of their course content. While you re studying with us, you ll participate in industry panels, hear from guest lecturers and consult with industry representatives. You ll also participate in field days and studio workshops. You ll learn through a range of individual and group-based tasks, in environments that simulate real-world situations. GRADUATION Graduation is a special time for our Queensland students. The successful completion your studies is a milestone to be celebrated. You will have the opportunity to accept your qualification during a formal ceremony witnessed by your fellow students, proud family and friends, teachers and industry representatives. More information about your graduation ceremony will be made available to you as the event draws near. 35