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POLYTECHNIC WEST2014 INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE

www.eti.wa.edu.au/polytechnicwest/

Polytechnic West (PWA) is Western Australia’s largest publicly funded dual sector provider of vocational education and training, and higher education.

PWA began delivering to international students in 1994 and now delivers over 70 nationally accredited courses including ELICOS courses and recognised qualifications to international students in partnership with Education and Training International.

As one of our graduates, you will be respected for your practical, industry relevant skills and our nationally recognised qualification will provide the chance to take your career anywhere you wish.

JILL JAMIESONMANAGING DIRECTOR, THE POLYTECHNIC OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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POLYTECHNIC WESTOverview

Polytechnic West (PWA) is Western Australia’s largest publicly funded dual sector provider of English Language Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS), Vocational Education and Training (VET), and Higher Education (HE).

PWA currently offers Associate Degrees in the following areas:

> Business

> Fashion Business

> Hospitality Management

> Network Technology

> Software Development

Other courses on offer range from Certificate to Advanced Diplomas including:

> Animal and Equine Management

> Art, Design and Multimedia

> Aviation

> Building Design, Construction and Engineering

> Business and Management

> Children’s Services

> Health, Recreation and Lifestyle

> English Language

Our Campuses

Education and Training at PWA is delivered across seven campuses in the Perth metropolitan area: Armadale, Balga, Bentley, Carlisle, Midland, Jandakot and Thornlie.

Getting to Polytechnic West

The main campus of Polytechnic West is located in Bentley, next to Curtin University, about 10 kilometres east of Perth. All of the campus locations are a short walk from public transport, provided by Transperth, including the bus and train.

Specialist Training

Aerospace Training Centre

The Aerospace Training Centre in Jandakot includes a 1,500 square metre hangar facility that houses our very own, static, Boeing 737 training aircraft.

Please note: The Aerospace Training Centre in Jandakot offers a range of programs to suit aspiring aviation professionals. As the training centre is located out of the city and there is limited public transport available, it is recommended students have their own personal transport.

Bentley Hospitality Institute

The Bentley Hospitality Institute includes training kitchens, a bakery and an award winning restaurant and bistro, Bentley Pines.

Equine Training Centre

The Equine Training Centre in Armadale, has purpose built classrooms, stable complex, large all-weather demonstration area, training ring, pacing and racing track, track room and associated facilities.

English Language Courses

PWA offers English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS). Our English Language Centre is officially accredited by the National English Language Training Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) and we are current members of English Australia (EA), the peak professional body for all accredited English language (ELICOS) centres in Australia.

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International Support

PWA’s International Centre has a team of dedicated staff able to work across all campuses. They have extensive experience and are able to monitor your progress and provide you with a variety of services to enable you every opportunity to succeed in your chosen field of study.

Our Services

Polytechnic West’s International Centre has helped thousands of students from over 83 countries to achieve their academic goals. International Centre staff are available to assist international students from all Polytechnic West campuses with course orientation and information, course attendance and progress issues as well as pastoral care support. The Centre ensures that the organisation abides by the guidelines and regulations set by Education and Training International (ETI), Department of Education and Training and the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration).

Our International Student Services Coordinators can help you with the following:

> Advice on courses and pathways available for International students

We can provide students with various options and pathways that are available to achieve their individual goals including guidance on University entry requirements

> Student orientation

At the beginning of each semester, new international students who have been accepted into Polytechnic West to study will be provided with all the necessary information on adjusting to life in Perth. Orientation packs will contain information on Student ID cards, transportation (Smart Rider Cards), Overseas Health Insurance and more. International Student Handbook which contains information that will make your studying at Polytechnic West easier. At the orientation, students will also be introduced to the friendly staff in the International Centre who can provide ongoing support, unique to international students during their time of study at Polytechnic West.

> Change of course / campus queries

We can provide students with information regarding relevant campus locations for a particular course being offered and facilitate change of course enrolment after six months of their study.

> Student records management - personal and academic information

The International Centre is responsible for maintaining the latest students’ personal and academic information in order to facilitate various

student communications and engagement during your time at Polytechnic West. Be sure to advise the International Centre of your updated personal contact details, especially your mobile phones and email addresses as these are used to contact you.

> Payment of course fees via EFTPOS and cheque

Students have the convenient option of paying their fees at Polytechnic West, Bentley campus via EFTPOS, cheque or credit cards.

> Advice on refund of course fees

Our International Student Coordinators can provide detailed explanations on how the course refund policy works and assist students to make decisions in a timely manner.

> Overseas student health care information

The International Centre will distribute the Health cover cards to students in the first week of term/semester. For students who do not receive cards, they assist in tracking them down and mailing it to their home addresses. The staff also provides advice on how to claim their refunds. For the convenience of students, a Health care representative visits the Centre once a week to provide personal advice on one-on-one basis. Students are notified of their visit schedule.

> Student counselling referral

Students are provided with information on doctor’s surgeries and if necessary, refer them to counselling agencies.

> Student academic progress monitoring

In accordance with the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, international students are expected to attend regularly and progress in their chosen courses within their visa duration. The International Centre provides a coordination role, including receiving evidence from students’ for not attending particular classes (i.e. medical certificate) and provide advice on the consequences of poor attendance and progress which may result in termination of student visas.

Contact Information

International Student Centre Polytechnic West Level 1, B Block Bentley Campus Hayman Road Bentley WA 6102 Australia

Telephone: +61 8 9442 8332/9442 8331Email: [email protected]

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PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY

Polytechnic West delivers a range of courses that can assist you to gain entry into university. Polytechnic West has arrangements with Western Australian universities that give Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree graduates, entry to degree programs with very competitive advanced standing or credit transfers.

Polytechnic West is a great option if you are aiming to enter university because:

> Polytechnic West courses provide an industry focused pathway to further study if you do not meet university entry requirements

> Polytechnic West offers smaller class sizes with extra English and academic support

> You have the opportunity to work part time using your vocational skills while completing your degree

> Completion of a Polytechnic West course means that you will 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 and that will give you a competitive edge in the global job market

To search a complete list of university pathway agreements, please go to ETI's website (www.eti.wa.edu.au/universitypathways).

International students are able to package their Polytechnic West course with an approved undergraduate degree at Curtin University, Edith Cowan University (ECU) or Murdoch University. University packaging is available to international students under streamlined visa processing (SVP) arrangements. SVP was implemented by the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration) in 2012, and allows for quicker processing of student visas because all international students who have a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) from an approved university are assessed by Immigration as though they are from an Assessment Level 1 country regardless of their country of birth.

For detailed information about applying for a university package and to find out which Polytechnic West courses are approved for university packaging under SVP arrangements, please go to ETI's website (www.eti.wa.edu.au).

For more information about Assessment Levels and SVP, please go to Immigration’s website (www.immi.gov.au).

UNIVERSITY PACKAGING


Students 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 (www.eti.wa.edu.au).

Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Courses

Year Semester Start Date End Date

2014 1 Monday 3rd February Friday 4th July

2014 2 Monday 21st July Friday 12th December

Associate Degrees

Year Semester Start Date End Date

2014 1 Monday 17th February Friday 20th June

2014 2 Monday 28th July Friday 28th November

English Language Courses (ELICOS)

Year Block Start Date End Date

2014 Summer Friday 3rd January Friday 24th January

2014 1 Monday 3rd February Friday 11th April

2014 2 Monday 28th April Friday 4th July

2014 3 Monday 21st July Friday 26th September

2014 4 Monday 6th October Friday 12th December

Other important dates such as cut off dates for Applications, Acceptances and Confirmation of Enrolment (COE)requests are available on our website at www.eti.wa.edu.au

IMPORTANT DATES

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COURSE TABLES

Course Details DurationTuition

Fees

Additional

CostsEntry Requirements

Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

ASSOCIATE DEGREES

H409 Associate Degree

of Business

CRICOS Code: 076029C

2 years $29,600$500

per year

Equivalent to Australian

Year 12. Students are also

required to have an IELTS

of 6.0 (Academic Version)

overall with no band lower

than 5.5 or Completion of

the Diploma of Business or

Diploma of Management

(Commerce)

Bentley

February or JulyYes


of Fashion Business

CRICOS Code: 076032G

2 years $29,600$500

per year


Year 12 with an IELTS of

6.0 (Academic Version)


than 5.5 or Completion

of the Certificate IV

in Applied Fashion or

equivalent Certificate IV

in a relevant Industry

(Creative Industry or

Business)

Bentley

February or JulyYes

6430 Associate Degree of

Hospitality Management

CRICOS Code: 058368M

2 years $29,600$500

per year






the Advanced Diploma of

Hospitality Management

Bentley

February or JulyYes

H407 Diploma of Network

Technology (Higher

Education Diploma)

CRICOS Code: 076031J

1 year $14,800 $700

Equivalant to Australian

Year 12 or successful

completion of a Certificate

IV in any Information

Technology, Media

or Electrotechnology.

Students are also



overall with no band

lower than 5.5

Thornlie

February or JulyYes


of Network Technology

CRICOS Code: 073580D

2 years $29,600$700

per year






the Diploma of Information

Technology Networking

Thornlie

February or JulyYes


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Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

H408 Diploma of

Programming (Applications)

(Higher Education Diploma)

CRICOS Code: 076030K

1 year $14,800 $700


Year 12 or successful

completion of a Certificate

IV in any Information

Technology, Media

or Electrotechnology.

Students are also



overall with no band

lower than 5.5

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

H406 Associate Degree of

Software Development

(Mobile Applications)


2 years $29,600$700

per year






the Diploma of Software

Development Business

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

ANIMAL, EQUINE MANAGEMENT + MARINE

ACM30410 Certificate III in

Companion Animal Services


1 year $10,900 $870 Year 10Bentley

February or JulyNo

RGR30108 Certificate III

in Racing - Trackrider


1 year $10,900 $490Year 10 or

Certificate II in Equine

Armadale

FebruaryNo

RGR30208 Certificate III

in Racing - Advanced

Stablehand


1 year $10,900 $490 Year 10Armadale

FebruaryNo

ACM40410 Certificate IV

in Veterinary Nursing

CRICOS Code: 000241E

1 year $12,500 $1,350

Certificate III Companion

Animal Services or

Certificate III in Racing -

Trackrider or Certificate

III in Racing - Stablehand

or Year 12 with passes in

maths & science

Bentley

FebruaryNo

ART, DESIGN + MULTIMEDIA

CUF40207 Certificate IV in

Interactive Digital Media


6 months $5,450Certificate III in

Media - Digital

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

LMT41007 Certificate IV

in Applied Fashion

Design & Technology


1 year $10,900$400 per

semesterYear 10

Bentley

FebruaryNo

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Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

LMT50307 Diploma of Applied

Fashion Design & Technology


1 year $10,900$335 per

semester

Certificate IV in

Applied Fashion

Design & Technology

Bentley

FebruaryYes

LMT60307 Advanced

Diploma of Applied Fashion

Design & Technology


1 year $10,900$340 per

semester

Diploma of

Applied Fashion

Design & Technology

Bentley

FebruaryYes

CUF30107 Certificate III

in Media - Digital


6 months $5,450

Certificate II in

Information, Design

Media & Technology

or Year 11

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

CUF40207 Certificate IV in

Interactive Digital Media


6 months $5,450Certificate III in

Media - Digital

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA40811 Certificate IV in

Digital Media Technologies


6 months $5,450

Certificate III Information,

Digital & Technology or

Certificate III in

Media - Digital

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA50911 Diploma of

Digital Media Technologies

CRICOS Code: 076417B

1 year $10,900Certificate IV Digital Media

Technologies

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

AVIATION

AVI40408 Certificate IV in

Aviation - Ground

Operations & Service


1 year $15,000 $4,050Equivalent to Year 11 and

IELTS Score of 5.5

Jandakot

February or JulyNo

52322 Diploma of

Aeronautics - Airline

Operations - Theory only


1 year $15,000 $4,050

Equivalent to Year 12

with passes in Maths and

Physics plus an IELTS

Score of 6.0 with no band

lower than 5.5

Jandakot

February Yes

52322 Diploma of

Aeronautics - Airline

Operations - Theory + Flying


1.5 years $104,000

$4,050 plus

optional

flying

training

$89,000

Equivalent to Year 12 and

IELTS Score of 6.0

Jandakot

February Yes

52392 Diploma of

Airport Management


1 year $15,000 $1,800 Year 11Jandakot

February or JulyYes




Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

BUILDING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION + ENGINEERING

CPC40110 Certificate IV

in Building &

Construction - Building

CRICOS Code: 071962F

1 year $12,500Year 11 with

passes in Maths

Balga

February or JulyNo

CPC50210 Diploma

of Building &

Construction - Building


1 year $12,500Certificate IV in

Building & Construction

Balga

February or JulyYes

CPC30211 Certificate III

in Carpentry


2 years $23,400 $6,550Year 10 with

passes in Maths

Midland

February or JulyNo

AUR30612 Certificate III in Light

Vehicle Mechanical Technology


1 year $15,000$1,700 per

semester

Year 11 with IELTS of 5.5

(Academic version)

Carlisle

FebruaryNo

AUR40212 Certificate IV

in Automotive

Mechanical Diagnostics

CRICOS Code: 080820A

6 months $7,500 $1,700

Certificate III in

Light Vehicle

Mechanical Technology

Carlisle

FebruaryNo

AUR50212 Diploma of

Automotive Technology


6 months $7,500 $1,700

Certificate IV in

Automotive Mechanical

Diagnostics

Carlisle

JulyNo

MEM30505 Certificate III in

Engineering - Technical


6 months $6,750 $350 Year 10 Carlisle

JulyNo

UEE40111 Certificate IV

in Computer Systems


1.5 years $18,750$200 per

semester

Year 10 with passes in

English & Maths

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

UEE50111 Diploma of Computer

Systems Engineering


6 months $6,250$200 per

semester

Certificate IV in

Computer Systems

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

UEE40711 Certificate IV

in Electronics &

Communications


1.5 years $18,750$200 per

semester

Year 10 with passes in

English & Maths

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

UEE50511 Diploma of

Electronics &

Communications Engineering


6 months $6,250$200 per

semester

Certificate IV in Electronics

& Communications

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

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Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

MEM50212 Diploma of

Engineering -Technical


1 year $13,500$350 per

semester

Certificate III in

Engineering - Technical or

Year 12 + English & Maths.

Students enrolling at

Polytechnic West Carlisle

must have the Year 12

entry requirement

Carlisle

February No

MEM60112 Advanced

Diploma of Engineering


1 year $13,500$350 per

semester

Diploma of Engineering -

Technical or the

Diploma of Civil

Construction Design

Carlisle

February Yes

BUSINESS + MANAGEMENT

FNS30311 Certificate III in

Accounts Administration


6 months $5,450 $250 Year 10Thornlie

February or JulyNo

FNS40611 Certificate IV

in Accounting


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate III in

Accounts Administration

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

FNS50210 Diploma

of Accounting


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate IV

in Accounting

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

BSB20112 Certificate II

in Business



February or JulyNo

BSB30112 Certificate III

in Business


6 months $5,450 $250 Year 10

Bentley and

Thornlie

February or July

No

BSB40212 Certificate IV

in Business


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate III in

Business or Year 12

Bentley, Thornlie

and Armadale

February or July

No

BSB50207 Diploma

of Business


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate IV

in Business

Bentley and

Thornlie

February or July

Yes

BSB30412 Certificate III in

Business Administration



February or JulyNo

BSB40507 Certificate IV in



6 months $5,450 $250

Certificate III in Business

Administration

or Year 12

Thornlie

February or JulyNo



Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

BSB50407 Diploma of



6 months $5,450 $250Certificate IV in Business

Administration

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

BSB41013 Certificate IV

in Human Resources


6 months $5,450 $250

Certificate III in Business or

Certificate III in Business

Administration

or Year 12

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

BSB50613 Diploma of Human

Resources Management


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate IV in

Human Resources

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

BSB40812 Certificate IV in

Frontline Management


6 months $5,450 $250Certificate III in Business

or Year 12

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

BSB51107 Diploma of

Management - Commerce


1 year $11,400 $250Certificate III in Business

or Year 12

Bentley

February or JulyYes

BSB51107 Diploma

of Management


6 months $5,450 $250

Certificate IV

in Frontline Management

or Certificate IV

in Business

Bentley and

Thornlie

February or July

Yes

CHILDREN + COMMUNITY SERVICES

CHC30712 Certificate III

in Children's Services


1 year $11,400 $110 Year 10 + IELTS of 6.0 Thornlie

February or JulyNo

CHC41212 Certificate IV

in Children's Services

(Outside school hours care)


6 months $5,700 $110Certificate III in Children's

Services

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

CHC50908 Diploma of Children's

Services (Early Childhood

Education and Care)


1 year $11,400 $110Certificate III

Children's Services

Thornlie

February or JulyYes

CHC30812 Certificate III

in Education Support


6 months $5,700 $143Year 10 plus

IELTS of 6.0

Armadale

February or JulyNo

CHC41712 Certificate IV

in Education Support


6 months $5,700$143

per year

Certificate III in

Education Support

Armadale

February or JulyNo


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Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

HEALTH, RECREATION + LIFESTYLE

52401WA Certificate IV in

Health Science Foundations


6 months $7,000

Certificate III Aged Care

or Year 11 with Maths &

Science & IELTS of 6.0 or

equivalent

Bentley

February or JulyNo

SIH30111 Certificate III

in Hairdressing


1 year $12,000$750 per

semesterYear 10

Balga

February or July No

SIH40111 Certificate IV

in Hairdressing


6 months $6,000 $750

Completion of the

Certificate III in

Hairdressing

Balga

February or July No

SIB50210 Diploma of

Salon Management


6 months $6,000 $750

Completion of the

Certificate IV in

Hairdressing

Balga

February or JulyNo

HOSPITALITY + TOURISM

SIT40713 Certificate IV

in Patisserie


1.5 years $21,000 $2,510 Year 10Bentley

February or JulyNo

SIT30913 Certificate III

in Asian Cookery


1 year $14,000 $1,890 Year 10Bentley

February or JulyNo

SIT30812 Certificate III

in Commercial Cookery



February or JulyNo


in Commercial Cookery


6 months $7,000 $1,265Certificate III in

Commercial Cookery

Bentley

February or JulyNo


in Hospitality



February or JulyNo

SIT50312 Diploma of Hospitality

CRICOS Code: 080554C6 months $7,000 $1,200 Certificate IV in Hospitality

Bentley

February or JulyYes

SIT60312 Advanced

Diploma of Hospitality


6 months $7,000 $1,200 Diploma of HospitalityBentley

February or JulyYes



Fees

Additional


Campus +

Intake DateSVP?

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

ICA20111 Certificate II

in Information, Digital

Media & Technology


6 months $5,450 Year 10 + MathsThornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA30111 Certificate III

in Information, Digital

Media & Technology


6 months $5,450

Year 10 or Certificate II in

Information, Digital Media

& Technology

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA40411 Certificate IV

in Information



6 months $5,450

Certificate III in


& Technology

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA50411 Diploma of

Information Technology

Networking


6 months $5,450Certificate IV Information


Thornlie

February or JulyYes


in Programming


6 months $5,450

Certificate III in

Information, Digital

Media & Technology or

Year 12 equivalent

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA50711 Diploma of

Software Development


6 months $5,450Certificate IV

in Programming

Thornlie

February or JulyYes




6 months $5,450

Certificate III in


Media & Technology

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA50111 Diploma of



6 months $5,450

Certificate IV in


or Certificate IV in Web

Based Technologies

Thornlie

February or JulyYes


in Information

Technology Support


6 months $5,450

Certificate III in


Media & Technology

Thornlie

February or JulyNo


Web Based Technologies


6 months $5,450

Certificate III in


& Technology

or Year 12 equivalent

Thornlie

February or JulyNo

ICA50611 Diploma of

Website Development


6 months $5,450Certificate IV

Web Based Technologies

Thornlie

February or JulyYes


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Why study English?

> To improve your English language skills

> To prepare for your TAFE studies

> To develop your English skills to help with future job opportunities

Why choose a TAFE English course?

The TAFE Western Australia English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Centres are government owned and operated. You can be confident you have selected a professional and financially secure institute.

Fully Accredited ELICOS Centres

The ELICOS Centres have the following accreditation and memberships:

Accredited by NEAS Australia for the provision of the highest quality English language teaching programs.

English Australia (EA) membership: the peak professional body for all accredited English language (ELICOS) centres in Australia.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS

What English courses can I study?

A range of English courses are available through the ELICOS (English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students) Centre at Polytechnic West’s (PWA) Bentley Campus:

General and Academic English

General English courses will help you to develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You will improve your English language skills for general everyday travel work in an English speaking country, or for further academic study.

Academic English courses will help you develop the basic skills necessary for successful study in certificate and diploma courses.

IELTS Ready Preparation

This course is for students who wish to improve their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in order to take the IELTS test. You will receive feedback from experience lecturers, some of whom are experienced IELTS assessors.

Vocational English Courses

Certificates I - IV in Spoken and Written English:

> Certificate I in Spoken and Written English is a foundation course for people who need to develop their basic language skills

> Certificate II in Spoken and Written English is a post beginner course giving students the English language skills to satisfy their everyday needs

> Certificate III in Spoken and Written English is an intermediate course which develops the skills to satisfy basic social needs, and the requirements of routine business and recreational situations

> Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English (Further Study) will develop the English skills necessary for further education


Professional Teachers and Quality Programs

Polytechnic West’s fully qualified English Language instructors have years of experience working with students from all backgrounds. Programs and teaching methods are customised to suit the needs of students and learning resources including text books, visual media and web-based materials are used. To ensure that all students are given the assistance they require, ELICOS classes at PWA have an average of 18 students.

There are no entry requirements for PWA’s English courses as programs suitable for all levels from basic through to advanced. At the beginning of class, all students will be given a proficiency test to ensure you are placed in the correct class at the correct level. Regular assessments are taken during your course to assess progress and a final test (normally at the end of the term) determines your successful completion.

Recognised Qualifications

All students who successfully complete one of PWA’s English Programs will receive a Certificate of Completion which specifies their English language level according to the percentage band. This is recognised by NEAS Australia and education institutions throughout Australia. Other specialised courses also have their own individual certificates upon completion.

Bentley Campus

All ELICOS English classes are delivered at PWA’s Bentley campus. If you plan to continue your studies at Polytechnic West or Curtin University, English language classes at Bentley are ideally located to familiarise students with the location. To travel to Bentley Campus, the 98 or 99 Transperth circle bus route travels through many of Perth's suburbs, picking up many students and continues to all Perth's five main universities. Shopping and entertainment facilities are close by in the adjoining suburbs of Victoria Park, Como, Karawara and South Perth.

What can I study after I finish my English Language Course?

VET Courses

PWA’s English courses provide you with a pathway to further studies in Australia. Students can select from a wide range of courses at Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree level.

PWA currently offers Associate Degrees in the following areas:

> Business

> Fashion Business

> Hospitality Management

> Network Technology

> Software Development

Other courses on offer range from Certificate to Advanced Diplomas including:

> Animal and Equine Management

> Art, Design and Multimedia

> Aviation

> Building Design, Construction and Engineering

> Business and Management

> Children’s Services

> Health, Recreation and Lifestyle

> English Language

ELICOS and TAFE course studies can be packaged. To view the full range of TAFE courses available visit the Education and Training International (ETI) website www.eti.wa.edu.au

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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.* For entry into Associate Degree courses, the equivalent of an IELTS (academic) score of 6.0 with no band score less than 6.0 is required.*

* Please note: some courses require higher levels of English for entry.

Tuition Fees

$300 (AUD) per week

Course Dates

Polytechnic West breaks their academic year into a 1 month Summer School in January and then 4 terms of 10 weeks duration from February to December. You can enrol every Monday up to week 6 in each term. Orientation and placement testing takes place on the Monday you start classes.

Year Block Start Date End Date

2014Summer School

Friday 3rd January Friday 24th January

2014 1 Monday 3rd February Friday 11th April

2014 2 Monday 28th April Friday 4th July

2014 3 Monday 21st July Friday 26th September

2014 4 Monday 6th October Friday 12th December

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS continued

Approximate weeks of ELICOS to achieve required IELTS equivalent (depending on individual band score)

Entry to TAFE (for most courses)5.5

5.0

4.5

10 weeks

20 weeks

4.0

3.5

30 weeks

40 weeks


1. Find a Course

You can choose from over 250 TAFE courses. Visit the online course catalogue: www.eti.wa.edu.au for information on courses.

2. Check the Entry Requirements

All applicants can study at TAFE in the calendar year they are turning 18. There are no English or Academic entry requirements to begin our English (ELICOS) programs. However, all of our Certificate and Diploma courses have specific Academic and English proficiency requirements. You can find out about these requirements by going to ETI's website (www.eti.wa.edu.au).

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 ETI for admission to TAFE programs depend on the assessment level of the countries that students are applying from and whether or not students are applying on or offshore. Level 3-4 offshore applications should apply early for places, as visa processing can take more time.

Students should also be aware that there are deadlines for accepting offers and making fee payment. 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: www.eti.wa.edu.au

3. Submit your Application

You can apply to study at a TAFE Institute by completing your application online at www.eti.wa.edu.au or by completing the application form in the back of this guide and submitting it:

> By Email: [email protected]

> By Post: Education and Training International, Level 2, 123 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, Western Australia, 6004

You can apply directly to Education and Training International (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 (www.eti.wa.edu.au).

APPLICATION PROCESS SUMMARY

Apply for your

student visa

Receive your visa

and come to Australia to start your

studies

Find a course

Check the entry

requirements

Submit an application

Accept your offer and pay

1 2 3 4 5 6

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4. Receive your Letter of Offer

Once we have received your application and supporting documentation, we will assess your eligibility to study your selected course(s). If eligible and there are places available we will send you a 'Letter of Offer'. This letter will be sent to you directly or through the education agent you have nominated according to your instructions on the application form.

If we have not received all of the required supporting documentation from you, for example certified copies of certificates etc, then your Letter of Offer will have conditions listed noting the information you still need to provide.

There is no deadline for accepting an offer, which is completed by meeting any conditions listed on your Letter of Offer and making payment. However, there are many high demand courses that fill up very quickly, so you should consider returning your acceptance and payment as promptly as you can.

Your place is not confirmed until payment is made, conditions are met, and you have returned and signed the acceptance letter.

You will also need to allow sufficient time before your program starts to obtain your visa and make arrangements to come to Western Australia. Usually at least 3 - 6 months is needed to do this.

5. Accept your Offer

To accept your Offer, you must return your signed Acceptance Form with:

> Supporting documentation that you were requested to supply, in your Letter of Offer (i.e. conditions)

> Payment of your tuition fees, as indicated on your schedule of fees

> OSHC cover letter, where applicable

6. Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for your Student Visa

Once you have met any conditions and made the minimum initial payment required, we will provide you with a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) which you will need in order to apply for a Student Visa at the Australian High Commission or Embassy in your country. You must have a student visa in order to enter Australia and commence your studies.

The latest and most accurate information on obtaining your student visa can be found on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection’s website: www.immi.gov.au

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.

7. 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 and to make the most of your time in Western Australia.

Please also note that 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.


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 (www.aei.gov.au).

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 Industry, Innovation, Climate Change, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIICCSRTE) - Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration) Course Progress Policy

2. Notify 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. Notify 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. Not engage in activities that contravene Australian law. (Students who do so will be terminated and reported to the Immigration)

6. Not engage in plagiarism, or cheating, which are serious offences 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.

Provider Responsibilities

Education and 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 www.eti.wa.edu.au. You will be contacted by ETI via email during this process and advised in writing of the outcome.

4. Transferring to a different Institute

If you decide that you would like to transfer to another Institute, then you must apply for a Release. Release from a course of study will only be granted in exceptional circumstances relating to your welfare. 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 ww.eti.wa.edu.au.

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 the Department of 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.

ENROLMENT CONDITIONS

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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 achieve satisfactory course progress, you must have passed or demonstrated competency in 50% or more of the units you are enrolled into each semester.

To show that you are making every effort to achieve satisfactory course progress, it is very important that you attend all scheduled classes, unless you are ill or have a personal issue that needs urgent attention. 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 Department of Immigration and Border Protection (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 your 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 need the assistance of an interpreter, one will be provided for you.

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 the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (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; and

> a natural disaster which affects you or your family.

You must apply in writing to the ETI Manager, Student Services and Compliance at 123 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth WA 6004 or email [email protected]

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. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (Immigration) will be informed of the change relating to your course of study, this may affect your visa status. You will be advised of this when your application is processed.

If the deferral or temporary suspension is refused, you will be advised in writing and you will have 20 days to lodge an appeal. (Refer to Complaints and Appeals Policy on the website: www.eti.wa.edu.au).



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 www.eti.wa.edu.au.

When you have completed the form and uploaded 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.

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 www.eti.wa.edu.au and follow the links to find your Institute’s information 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.

You can make a formal complaint directly to ETI if you are unable to solve the issue by informally discussing the matter with a staff member in the International Centre at your Institute. This complaint should be lodged in writing and will be treated in confidence.

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 www.des.wa.gov.au/international_education/Disputes The International Education Conciliation Service is a free and independent service for international students which aims to help you find an appropriate solution to your problem.

Western Australian Ombudsman

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. Complaints/Appeals must be made in writing to:

Ombudsman Western Australia PO Box Z5386 St Georges Terrace PERTH WA 6831

Email - [email protected]

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.


INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS > APPLICATIOn FOrm

International Student Application FormCrICOS Provider Code: 00020G/01723ArTO Provider number: 52395Issue Date: August 2013Version: 1.0 Page 1 of 4

Education + Training International

Ground Floor, 123 Adelaide Tce, East Perth WA 6004 Tel: +61 8 9218 2100 Fax: +61 8 9218 2170 Web: www.eti.wa.edu.au Email: [email protected]

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS > APPLICATIOn FOrm

PRINT YOUR NAME AS IT APPEARS IN YOUR PASSPORT. Please use BLOCK LETTERS. All fields must be completed.

Title (mrs, miss, ms, mr etc): .................................. Date of birth (DD/mm/YY): ................................... Gender (male/Female)

Family name (as shown on your passport): ..................................................... Given names: .....................................................

Preferred name: ............................................................. Email address: ..................................................................................... (applicants must provide their personal email address).

number + Street: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

Suburb/City: ................................................................. Country: ..................................................... Postcode: ...........................

Telephone (country code/area code/number): ................................................................... mobile: ..............................................

number + Street: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

Suburb: ........................................................................................................ Postcode: ................................................................

Telephone: ................................................................................................... mobile: ....................................................................

name of Emergency Contact: .......................................................................................................................................................

relationship (husband, sister, mother etc): ...................................................................................................................................

Telephone number (include country and area codes): ...................................................................................................................

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: ..............................................

Email address:................................................................................................................................................................................

Home Country Address:

Emergency:

Parent/Guardian Details:

Personal Details:

Local Address in Western Australia:

if known

PART A: APPLICANT DETAILS

AGENT’S STAMP (in English including address, phone)

Counsellor’s name:

Email address:




Country of Birth: ............................................................................................................................................................................

Country of citizenship (as shown on passport): .............................................................................................................................

Passport number: ........................................................................... Expiry date: .........................................................................

Do you hold a current Australian Visa? Yes no Visa expiry date: .......................................................................................

If Yes, what type of visa do you hold? ...........................................................................................................................................

If no what type of visa will you be applying for? ...........................................................................................................................

In which country will you be applying for your Visa? .....................................................................................................................

Have you studied in Australia previously? Yes no

If Yes, Institute: ............................................................................... Duration: ..............................................................................

Are you currently enrolled at another College/University in Australia? Yes no

Have you applied for Australian permanent residency status? Yes no If Yes Date of application: ....................................

Please note: If you obtain Australian permanent residency at any stage during the application process, you need to advise ETI immediately.

Do you have current Overseas Student Health Cover? Yes no

If Yes, who is your provider?: .........................................................................................................................................................

membership number: ................................................................ Expiry Date: .............................................................................

If no, do you need Family or Single cover? Single Dual Family multi Family

COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING AND PROVIDE EVIDENCE WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

English is my first language

English was the language of instruction during my secondary school or college studies and I gained a satisfactory pass in English

I have undertaken an English Course

Course name: .......................................... English College: .......................................... Level of English Course: ........................

I have undertaken an IELTS test Date: ................................................. Overall Band Score: ..........................................

Band scores: Listening: ............................................................. reading: ..........................................................

Writing: ................................................................ Speaking: ........................................................

I have undertaken a TOEFL test Date: ................................................. TOEFL Score: ....................................................

I have undertaken a Pearson test Date: ................................................. Score: ...............................................................

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 no

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 no

Please give brief details about your condition/disability.

.......................................................................................................................................................................................................

.......................................................................................................................................................................................................

English Level:

Passport + Visa Details:

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC):

Equity + Disability:




Course Number Course Name Institute Campus

Course Pathway:

TAFE Course:

University Course:

TAFE Course:

Month/Year Commenced

Month/Year Completed

Year Level Achieved Name + Country of School

Month/Year commenced

Month/Year completed

Title of Course Name + Country of Institution

PART B: APPLYING FOR A TAFE COURSE

PART C: TAFE TO UNIVERSITY PACKAGE (UNDER STREAMLINE VISA PROCESSING ARRANGEMENTS)

Previous Studies:

English Course:

A certified copy of original transcripts of 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

Tertiary or post secondary studies

Do you intend to undertake English language studies? Yes no If Yes approximate start date: .......................................

Course name: ................................................................................ Campus: ...............................................................................

number of weeks: 5 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 Other: ...................................................

Please complete details of the TAFE course you want to enrol into:

Course number: ............................................................................. Course name: ......................................................................

Institute name: ............................................................................... Campus: ..............................................................................

I am applying for admission in: Semester 1 (February) Or Semester 2 (July) Year 20.....

Do you wish to package this application with a University Degree? Yes no

If Yes, which University would you like to package with? Curtin ECU murdoch

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 www.eti.wa.edu.au on the University packaging page.

I am applying for admission in: Semester 1 (February) Or Semester 2 (July) Year 20.....

To apply for a university package, please go to www.eti.wa.edu.au/universitypackaging for further information, fees and university application forms.




YOU MUST ATTACH CERTIFIED COPIES OF AWARD CERTIFICATES AND FULL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS,

INCLUDING KEYS TO THE GRADING SYSTEM USED. ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE IN ENGLISH; IF NOT,

PLEASE INCLUDE CERTIFIED ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS.

Have you:

Completed all sections of the Application form

Attached certified copies of all academic qualifications (including secondary school)

Attached certified copies of your English language proficiency

Attached a certified copy of your passport (if available)

Attached the University application forms you must complete if you are applying for a packaged program (see part C for details)

NOTE: IF YOU ARE UNDER 18 THIS DECLARATION MUST ALSO BE SIGNED BY YOUR PARENT OR GUARDIAN.

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 Immigration pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act and the national Code.

Applicant’s Signature: ......................................................................... Date: .................................... (DD/MM/YY)

Parent/Guardian’s Signature: .............................................................. Date: .................................. (DD/MM/YY) (If student is under 18).

Please note that the notification of the outcome of this application, will be sent to you and your agent (if applicable); at the email address listed in Part A of this form. It is important that you supply a current email address so that we are able to keep in contact with you throughout the application process.

Education +Training International

Address: Ground floor, 123 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth Western Australia 6004

Postal address: PO Box 6830, East Perth BC Western Australia 6892

Tel: (+61 8) 9218 2100 (press 2)

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.eti.wa.edu.au

This application form can be completed in writing. When you have completed all details and attached all required documentation, please submit to ETI’s Admissions Team at [email protected] or by post ETI Admissions, PO Box 6830, East Perth BC, Western Australia 6892. You may choose instead to complete and submit your application online, go to www.eti.wa.edu.au and click on the Apply now link.In some countries you may find it helpful or convenient to seek the assistance of one of our Education Agents. They are available to assist you with your application and visa. Please go to www.eti.wa.edu.au for details of your nearest agent.

Declaration + Agreement:

Application Checklist:

PART D: FINALISING YOUR APPLICATION

OFFERS:

ETI CONTACT DETAILS:

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION:

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