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Selection, Enrolment & Orientation Selection and enrolment at Cambridge College International is carried out in an ethical and responsible manner and we encourage people to apply for enrolment without discrimination through a variety of means. Individual interviews are conducted to ensure applicants meet the entry requirements, are well informed and provide us with the opportunity to identify any special requirements the applicant may have. All successful applicants complete an orientation program the first day of the course to familiarise them with the College’s services, facilities and procedures. And will be provided with the copy of the Orientation Guide. Please read student handbook prior to the enrollment. To view student handbook for VET courses click here. To view student handbook for English courses click here.
Student Visa Requirements All students should be aware of the following student visa requirements: · Students must study a full-time course which is a minimum of 20 contact hours per week · Student must attend a minimum of 80% of all scheduled classes · Student must follow Course Progress Policy · Student must provide current and accurate contact details to the education provider. If contact details change, students are required to give a change of details form to the college. · Student are able to work up to 20 hours per week while the course is in session · School-aged dependents accompanying you to Australia are required to pay full fees if they are enrolled in either a government or non-government school (for fees for dependants of overseas students seeking enrolment in NSW government schools please see www.det.nsw.edu.au ) For more information about visa conditions visit www.immi.gov.au Overseas Student Health CoverAll international visitors to Australia under a Student Visa are required by law to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). Students are required to pay for this cover prior to arriving in Australia. Students are covered by the OSHC from the day they arrive in Australia, until the end date of their visa. · On enrolment all international students must pay a fee for health insurance in accordance with the length of their course. · Cambridge College International forwards payment and application on behalf of new students to Australian Health Management (for policy information please see http://www.ahm.com.au/7323/OSHC) · AHM can take up to 4 weeks to process applications and send student AHM Cards back to Cambridge College International. · If you have any health problems before receiving your card you are still covered. When you go to the doctor and pay for your consultation, you must ask for a receipt. AHM will reimburse your money provided you produce the receipt. Remember you are covered from the day you arrive Australia (even though you may not have your card). Accommodation and leaving expensesEstimated living expenses for an international student are approximately A$12,000 to A$20,000 a year. This covers food, accommodation, travel, entertainment and clothing Suggested weekly budget (Remember figures are in Australia dollars and accurate in July 2007):
1 . Home stay– Our Home stay services provide an opportunity to stay with an Australian family and experience the Australian culture and lifestyle. If you need a home stay, we ask our students to fill out accommodation form. We need at least 4 weeks before the arrival date to arrange it. Minimum Stay – 4 weeks; for home stay fees please refer to our price list, fees includes meals, laundry, your own room and student desk are provided. 2. Student House – Located only 10 minutes away from college. Facilities include free Foxtel, BBQ, DVD player, garden, tennis. To book student house we ask our students to fill out accommodation form at least 2 weeks before arrival date. Minimum Stay –2 weeks; for fees please refer to our price list. 3. Hostel accommodation is a popular option for international students, especially in the first months of their arrival. A small, furnished room is provided with access to a shared bathroom, laundry, lounge and recreational activities. Some hostels also provide computer access. It is recommended that students considering Hostel accommodation options look at two or three properties prior to making a decision. Many hostels are privately run and as such come under the Rooming House Act. Please note, if the student signs a lease, they are covered by the Residential Tenancies Act. 4. Apartment/flat rental varies greatly in cost and conditions. For long term arrangements, it is strongly advised that the student is familiar with the suburb or area. For purposes of bond payment and moving arrangements the student must be available to sign agreements. For this reason international students are advised to secure short term accommodation upon arrival so that flat and apartment hunting may be started after they have settled in and begun to seek out areas they would like to live in. ESOS Framework Cambridge College International is a Registered Training Organisation, registered by the Vocational Education & Training Advisory Board (VETAB) under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). Cambridge College International is also registered on CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutes and Courses for Overseas Students). Training Organisation who appear on the CRICOS Register are governed by the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas students) Framework which consists of a number of pieces of legislation including the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice 2007 for Registration Authorities and Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students. These laws are in place to protect overseas student and to uphold high quality standards of education within Australian Education Institutes. For further information please refer to www.deewr.gov.auProvider Default If Cambridge College International does not offer a course on the advertised start date, terminates a course after the course start date or before the course completion or does not provide a course as advertised due to sanctions by any authority Cambridge College International will pay a full refund to the student within 2 weeks after the default date. Please refer to our full Cancellation and Refund Policy.Student Complaints & Appeals Procedure Cambridge College International is committed to create a positive learning environment and provide student support services which are free of coercion, unfair treatment or harassment of students. Students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through the provision of valid learning and assessment tools and strategies that are most suited to the students' diverse needs. Cambridge College International has a fair and open Complaints Policy to address any student complaints or appeals and provides that outcomes are recorded in writing. For more information please refer to Student Appeals and Grievance Procedure.Student Deferral, Suspension & Cancellation of Enrolment Student enrolment can be deferred, suspended or cancelled in limited circumstances by Cambridge College International or by the student. When deferral, suspension or cancellation of enrolment is initiated by Cambridge College International students have the right to appeal the decision. For further information refer to Student Deferral, Suspension & Cancellation Policy.Disciplinary Procedures All students enrolled in and participating in programs or using the services of Cambridge College International are expected to maintain appropriate standards of conduct at all times. Where behaviour is deemed to be improper or inappropriate, Cambridge College International will take appropriate action as outlined in the Student Deferral, Suspension & Cancellation Policy.Provision for Language, Literacy and Numeracy Support Language, literacy and numeracy needs of all individuals are important and to support students in this area Cambridge College International provides a range of English Language courses. When necessary and appropriate, adjustments are made to methods of delivery and assessment, to suit the needs of individuals so that they will have a reasonable chance of success in their course.Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) As part of the enrolment process Cambridge College International encourages students to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Applicants are required to complete a RPL Request Form and will be assisted by an admissions staff member to ensure guidance is provided on the type and amount of evidence to be gathered to support the request. Requests are assessed by appropriately qualified staff within 7 days and written notification on the outcome is provided to the applicant. Cambridge College International follows a policy of mutual recognition and accepts the academic qualifications of other Australian Institutions and overseas institutions based on consultation with NOOSR. RPL is available on the basis of previous academic qualifications or work/life experience. For further information please contact our admissions staff.Personal Information and Privacy Personal information provide by any student may be made available to Commonwealth and State agencies, in accordance with legislative requirements. In addition the college is required to provide information about the attendance, academic performance and address of students, and any breaches of student visa conditions.Access and Equity Cambridge College International follows Access and Equity principles in all student and staff selection, registration (employment) and inductionProtection of Student Fees Cambridge College International protects student’s fees through the ESOS Assurance Fund.Refunds In line with AQTF2007 and ESOS regulations Cambridge College International will issue refunds as per condition outline in Cancellation and Refund Policy.
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