STUDENT PROSPECTUS Student Prospectus

STUDENT PROSPECTUS

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Contents

IDAT Institute ... 2

Introduction to IDAT Institute ... 2

About Perth – Western Australia ... 3

EDUCATION SERVICES FOR OVERSEAS STUDENTS (ESOS) FRAMEWORK ... 4

The ESOS framework – providing quality education and protecting your rights ... 4

Protection for overseas students ... 4

Your rights ... 4

Your responsibilities ... 5

Contact details ... 5

Employment... 6

Course Entry Requirements ... 6

English and Academic Requirements ... 6

Table 1.1 – English Language Entry Requirements ... 7

Table 1.2 – Academic Entry Requirements ... 8

Courses ... 12 Supporting documentation: ... 12 Facilities ... 13 Campus Location ... 13 Computer Area ... 13 Classroom ... 13 Trainers ... 14 Refunds Policy ... 15 Visa Refusal ... 16

Withdrawal from Course ... 17

Procedure ... 18

Deferral prior to commencement ... 18

Suspending your enrolment... 18

Cancelling your enrolment... 19

Local Information ... 20

State Library of Western Australia ... 20

The State Library is located less than 15 kilometres from IDAT Institute ... 20

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List of Dentists in the City of Perth ... 21

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)... 22

Accommodation Arrangement ... 22

Bringing My Family ... 23

Child Care... 24

Schools... 25

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IDAT Institute

Introduction to IDAT Institute

IDAT Institute provides a number of training services to a wide range of clients including nationally recognized training courses. Our aim is to assist our students in in achieving their career goals. IDAT Institute focusses on training that is regarded or will assist is development of individuals who are either in or looking to be part of defence & aerospace arenas. IDAT Institute is a small, intimate campus that looks to deliver quality outcomes to target clients and students.

IDAT Institute employs dedicated and experienced staff who are engaged to assist and support your education whilst at the Institute. The staff members at IDAT Institute understand there are many complex challenges facing international students studying away from home and are committed to making the transition to study at IDAT Institute as seamless as possible.

Through regular interaction with our clients and students IDAT Institute gathers feedback and information and works continuously to ensure that each student is receiving the education and experiences they are looking for and to exceed all expectation of a quality learning environment. We pride ourselves in providing a supportive environment that works towards helping each student achieve their best results.

Advantage of studying at IDAT Institute  Easy Public Transport access  Stimulating Learning environment

 Committed and technically experienced staff  Nationally accredited and recognized qualifications  Small groups ensuring proper attention from Trainers

 Academic support services to assist students to succeed in their studies  Friendly staff and learning environment

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About Perth – Western Australia

Perth is a growing city with a wonderful climate and welcoming people. This city of 'Sunshine and Surf' is the capital of Western Australia - vast and scenic, and Australia's largest state. Situated on the banks of the Swan River, Perth offers the best of city and country life, with restaurants, entertainment, business ventures and tourist attractions as well as beautiful scenery, parks, mountains and clean, modern living. Perth has a population of approximately 1.5 million people spread across 2,500,000 square kilometres. It boasts Kings Park, one of the largest city parks in the world, which overlooks the city from Mt Eliza. From there you can see the glowing Perth city skyline, parks lining the banks of the Swan River and even the Darling Ranges in the distance. The Premier of Western Australia is the head of the executive government in the Australian State of Western Australia. He or she performs the same functions in Western Australia as the Prime Minister of Australia does at the national level.

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EDUCATION SERVICES FOR OVERSEAS STUDENTS (ESOS)

FRAMEWORK

The ESOS legislative framework is designed to ensure that Australia’s reputation for delivering quality education services is maintained and that the interests of overseas students are protected. It sets minimum standards and provides tuition and financial assurance. Together with Australian immigration law, the ESOS framework also imposes visa related reporting requirements on both students and educational institutions. The Department of Education has produced an Easy Guide to ESOS.

What is an International Student?

If a student is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, then they are an International Student.

Does the ESOS framework apply to all International Students?

The ESOS framework only applies to those International Students who have Student Visas. The ESOS Act refers to these students as Overseas Students.

The ESOS framework – providing quality education and protecting your

rights

The Australian Government wants overseas students in Australia to have a safe, enjoyable and rewarding place to study. Australia’s laws promote quality education and consumer protection for overseas students. These laws are known as the ESOS framework and they include the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code 2007.

Protection for overseas students

As an overseas student on a student visa, you must study with an education provider and in a course that can be found on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) at http://cricos.deewr.gov.au. CRICOS registration guarantees that the course and the education provider at which you study meet the high standards necessary for overseas students. Please check carefully that the

Your rights

The ESOS framework protects your rights, including:

fore enrolling, current and accurate information about the courses, fees, modes of study and other information from your provider and your provider’s agent. If you are under 18, to ensure your safety, you will be granted a visa only if there are arrangements in place for your accommodation, support and welfare.

to be provided, fees payable and information about refunds of course money. You should keep a copy of your written agreement.

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The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) is a placement and refund service for international students, which is activated in the event that your provider is unable to teach your course. Visit the TPS website for more information, at www.tps.gov.au.

The ESOS framework sets out the standards Australian providers offering education and training services to overseas students must meet. These standards cover a range of information you have a right to know and services that must be offered to you, including:

 orientation and access to support services to help you study and adjust to life in Australia  who the contact officer or officers is for overseas students

 if you can apply for course credit

 when your enrolment can be deferred, suspended or cancelled

 what your provider’s requirements are for satisfactory progress in the courses you study and what support is available if you are not progressing well

 if attendance will be monitored for your course  a complaints and appeals process.

One of the standards does not allow another provider to enrol a student who wants to transfer to another course but who has not completed six months of the final course of study in Australia. If you want to transfer before you have completed six months of your final course you need your provider’s permission.

Your responsibilities

As an overseas student on a student visa, you have responsibilities to:  satisfy your student visa conditions

 maintain your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the period of your stay  meet the terms of the written agreement with your education provider

 inform your provider if you change your address  maintain satisfactory course progress

 if attendance is recorded for your course, follow your provider’s attendance policy, and  if you are under 18, maintain your approved accommodation, support and general welfare

arrangements.

Contact

details

Who? Why? How?

Your provider For policies and procedures that affect you

 Speak with your provider  Go to your provider’s

website

Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE)

For your ESOS rights and responsibilities

 www.aei.gov.au

 ESOS Helpline +61 2 6240 5069

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Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)

For visa matters  www.immi.gov.au

 Phone 131 881 in Australia  Contact the DIAC office in

your country

Employment

Students should refer to Department of Immigration and Border Protection (www.immi.gov.au) for advice on their work rights .Generally students are allowed to work part time during their study.

Course Entry Requirements

The Australian Government requires international students to meet minimum academic standards before they can obtain a student visa. In addition, international students must be enrolled in full time study to satisfy visa requirements.

Age: Above 18 years of age only. Students under the age of 18 are not eligible to enrol with the IDAT Institute Students may require an additional English test and if necessary a short course in English to lift their standard prior to commencing their enrolled course. Past educational and vocational qualifications should be added to a student’s course entry application. Where a student believes they may have course credits, a request for a Recognition of Prior Learning application should be included in the student application.

Please check the specific course information for any specific eligibility requirements

English and Academic Requirements

Students must meet minimum academic and appropriate English proficiency level requirements to be accepted into IDAT Institute courses. The academic requirements vary according to country and course level chosen.

Entry requirements are assessed by IDAT Institute during the application process. Please refer to Table 1.1 for English requirements and Table 1.2 for Academic Requirements.

Note: The Australian Government requires international students to meet minimum academic standards

before they can obtain a student visa. In addition, international students must be enrolled in full time study to satisfy visa requirements.

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Table 1.1 – English Language Entry Requirements

English Level Certificate I to II Certificate III & IV Advanced Diploma & Diploma

IELTS 4.5 5.0 5.5

TOEFL (paper) 450 500 525

TOEFL (computer) 150 175 195

TOEIC 500 600 700

Cambridge FCE “C” FCE “C” FCE “C”

O-levels English D8 D7 C6

A-levels English D8 D8 D7

HKCEE Syllabus D D C

HKALE D D D

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Table 1.2 – Academic Entry Requirements

Country Certificate I to II Certificate III to IV Advanced Diploma & Diploma

Australia Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of

Year 10 Completion of Year 12

Argentina Bachillerato Bachillerto Completion of Year 12

Bangladesh Senior School Certificate with average 50%

Senior School Certificate with average 50%

Completion of Higher Secondary School with average 55%

Bahrain Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Secondary School Leaving Certificate & equivalent Certificate IV

Brazil Equivalent of Australian Year 9

Equivalent of Australian

Year 10 Equivalent of Australian Year 12

Brunei Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Secondary

education Completion of GCE ‘A’ level

Canada Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of

Year 10 Completion of Year 12

Chile Bachillerato Bachillerato Completion of Year 12

China Year 9 pass grades Year 11 pass grades Year 12 pass grades

Colombia Bachillerato Bachillerato Completion of Year 12

Czech Republic Completion of Year 9 Completion of Year 10 High School Leaving Certificate (Maturita)

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Country Certificate I to II Certificate III to IV Advanced Diploma & Diploma

Hong Kong Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Secondary education

HKALE with passes in 2 academic subjects

India Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Higher Secondary School Standard XII

Indonesia Completion of SMU I Completion of SMU II Completion of SMU III

Iran Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Secondary education

High School Diploma and Certificate IV or Pre-University Certificate

Japan Year 9 Kotogakko pass or Year 9 superior grades

Year 10 Kotogakko pass or

Year 10 superior grades Year 12 Kotogakko

Kenya, Tanzania Completion of Secondary education Completion of Secondary education

Secondary Education good grades in 8 major subjects or GCE ‘A” level exam pass grades in 2 major subjects

Korea Year 9 Kodung Hakkyo pass/Year 9 good grades

Year 10 Kodung Hakkyo pass/Year 11 very good grades

Year 12 Kodung Hakkyo very good grades

Kuwait General Secondary School Certificate

General Secondary School Certificate

General School Certificate &Certificate IV

Lebanon Baccalaureate General Baccalaureate General Baccalaureate Certificate & equivalent Certificate IV

Macau Successful completion of Form 4 or Senior 1

Successful completion of Form 5 or Senior 2

Successful completion of Senior Middle 3

Malaysia Completion of Secondary education

Completion of Secondary education

STPM pass grades in 2 major subjects, or MICSS UEC good grades in 4 major subjects or SACE, or OSSD (OAC subjects)

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Country Certificate I to II Certificate III to IV Advanced Diploma & Diploma

New Zealand Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of

Year 10 Completion of Year 12

Norway Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of Year 10

Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate pass

Oman Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Secondary School Leaving Certificate and equivalent Certificate IV

Poland Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of Year 10

Successful completion of High School Leaving Certificate (Matura) Russia Successful completion of Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Successful completion of Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Successful completion of Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat)

Saudi Arabia General Secondary School Certificate

General Secondary School Certificate

General Secondary School Certificate and equivalent Certificate IV

Singapore Completion of Secondary education

GCE ‘O’ level pass grades in 4 academic subjects

GCE ‘A’ level pass grades in 2 academic subjects

Sweden

Successful completion of Leaving Certificate from compulsory education (Slutbetyg fran Grundskola)

Successful completion of Leaving Certificate from compulsory education (Slutbetyg fran Grundskola)

Successful completion of Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Switzerland

Successful completion of

Year 9 or equivalent Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent

Successful completion of Federal Maturity Certificate or equivalent

Taiwan Successful completion of Senior Year 1

Successful completion of Senior Year 2

Successful completion of Senior Year 3

Thailand Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of

Year 10 Year 12 Matayom 6 good grades

Turkey Successful completion of Year 9 or equivalent Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent Successful completion of a course equivalent to international Baccalaureate or first year University in Turkey

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Country Certificate I to II Certificate III to IV Advanced Diploma & Diploma

United Arab Emirates

General Secondary School Certificate

General Secondary School Certificate

General Secondary School Certificate and Certificate IV

Vietnam Successful completion of Year 9

Successful completion of Year 10

Successful completion of Diploma of General Education (Bang Tu Tai)

Note:

1) Not all qualifications are listed and students with other qualifications should send their details to the Student Administration Manager

2) Mature age students (21 years of age and over) may be admitted without meeting the formal academic requirement.*

3) If a student intends to subsequently apply to vocational college and university for further studies, Australian vocational colleges and universities expect applicants to have completed senior secondary education (or equivalent). Such students should also consider their selection of study carefully, as academic pathways to universities often require studies with similar areas.

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Students with a grade below this level may require an additional English test and if necessary a short course in English to lift their standard prior to commencing their enrolled course. Past educational and qualifications should be added to a student’s course entry application. Where a student believes they may have course credits, a request for a Credit Transfer/Recognition of Prior Learning application should be included in student’s application.

Courses

IDAT Institute will provide hands on training approach and assessments that will include observations, written test, presentations, tasks and class activities. Students will be assessed according to industry standards that will equip students with the essential skills and knowledge to enable them to have firm footing in chosen field of study. Students who have successfully completed their course will be awarded with a qualification which is nationally recognized in Australia and internationally.

IDAT is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority, to award Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) qualifications and statements of attainment in the following courses in accordance with its scope of registration:

 BSB40812 Certificate IV in Frontline Management  TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

A limited amount of courses are run each year with classroom sizes of approx. 10 persons. Places are limited and will be on a first come, first served basis.

Supporting documentation:

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Facilities

Campus Location

ADDRESS: IDAT Institute

Unit 8, 224 Balcatta Road, Balcatta, WA 6021

TELEPHONE: Phone: + 61 8 6201 4012

WEBISTE: www.idat.aero

EMAIL: [email protected]

Computer Area

IDAT Institute appreciates the importance that Internet plays in the life of an international student. As well as keeping in touch with family and friends back home, students also use the institute’s computers for assignments and research purposes.

This area has been designed to create the ideal environment for maximizing learning so the students can make the most of ‘hands on experience’, practical experience that is required by future employers. Practical Class sizes are kept to a minimum, ensuring every student receives individual attention from their trainer.

Classroom

Classrooms are fully air-conditioned, and are equipped with white boards. No food or drinks are permitted in any classroom at any time.

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Trainers

While the trainers are the backbone of any educational institution, exemplary training methods are fundamental to the success of educational outcomes at any level. At IDAT Institute, we believe in utilizing a mix of traditional and innovative training methods in order to engage both, the trainers and students in their learning.

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2014 Tuition Fees List

COURSE DURATION Fee Mode of

Delivery

BSB40812 Certificate IV in Frontline Management 20 weeks $13,000.00 Full time

TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment 20 weeks $13,000.00 Full time

Tuition Fees for 2015 Courses are:

COURSE DURATION

Fee Mode of Delivery

BSB40812 Certificate IV in Frontline Management 20 weeks $13,650.00 Full time TAE40110 Certificate IV in Training & Assessment 20 weeks

$13,650.00 Full-time

All of the above courses are accredited Nationally Recognised Training by Australian Skills Quality Authority.

Breakdown of Fees

Item 2014 2015

Application Fee (non-refundable) $230.00 $241

Resources Fee (per semester) $500.00 $525

Course Fee $12,270 $12,884

TOTAL Tuition Fees $13,000 $13,650

Fees are in Australian Dollars

Refunds Policy

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 Payment of course fees & resources fee is due when a Letter of Offer and Acceptance is sent to the student

 Payment of course fees are paid in advance by one semester  All requests for refunds must be in writing

 All refunds will be paid within 4 weeks of receiving written claim

Visa Refusal

 All fees will be refunded except the NON REFUNDABLE registration fee of $230, proof of Visa refusal must be provided

 However, no refund will be given on fees if a Visa is cancelled due to breach of Visa conditions by the student after the student has commenced studies.

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Withdrawal from Course

 All withdrawals must be in writing and signed by the student

 If a student has a student visa and withdraw from his/her formal course for any reason, excluding initial visa rejection:

For Withdrawals excluding initial Visa rejection

Description Applicable Refund

1 Withdraw more than 10 weeks before the semester

Full refund of the first semester Tuition Fees if paid less an administration fee of AU$800

2 Withdraw more than 4 weeks but less than 10 weeks before the semester

70% of the first semester Tuition Fees if paid less an administration fee of $800. Full refund of any subsequent Tuition Fees if paid

3 4 weeks or less before semester commences

40% of the first semester Tuition Fees if paid less an administration fee of $800. Full refund of any subsequent Tuition Fees if paid

4 After semester commences and during the first 4 weeks

30% of the first semester Tuition Fees if paid less an administration fee of $800. Full refund of any subsequent Tuition Fees if paid

5 After the fourth week No Refunds

Supporting documentation

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DEFERRING, SUSPENDING OR CANCELLING A STUDENT’S

ENROLMENT

Procedure

Student initiated deferral, suspension or cancellation

Students wishing to defer, suspend or cancel enrolment must meet one of the following conditions:  Unavailability of the course

 Visa delay

 Compassionate and compelling circumstances – these are generally beyond the control of the student and have an impact on the student's course progress or wellbeing. These could include but are not limited to:

o Serious illness or injury, where medical certificate states that the student was or will be unable to attend classes;

o Bereavement of close family members such as parents or grandparents (where possible death certificates should be provided);

o Major political upheaval or natural disaster in the home country requiring emergency travel and this has impacted on the student's studies; or

o Traumatic experience which could include: involvement in, or witnessing of a serious accident; or witnessing or being the victim of a serious crime, and this has impacted on the student (these cases should be supported by police or psychologists' reports)

Deferral prior to commencement

Students may request a deferral prior to course commencement. Student must complete “Student request to defer, suspend or cancel a course" form and submit to the Student Administration Manager. When the deferral is processed the student will receive a revised Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

Suspending your enrolment

Students wishing to suspend their enrolment must complete a "Student request to defer, suspend or cancel a course" form with all supporting documentation attached. All applications should be submitted at least 14 days prior to suspension date. The maximum suspension period is six (6) months. Approval will only be given in the limited circumstances described above. The student will receive notification in writing of the result of the request.

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Cancelling your enrolment

Students wishing to cancel their enrolment must complete a "Student request to defer, suspend or cancel a course" form with all supporting documentation attached. The student will receive notification in writing of the result of the request. If the student has not completed the first six months of their principal course they must provide a letter of offer from an alternative provider therefore complying with the conditions of Standard 7 of the National Code. See policy on Transfer between Providers.

IDAT Institute initiated deferral, suspension or cancellation.

IDAT Institute may defer commencement of a course when a course is not offered. IDAT Institute may suspend a student enrolment for -

 misconduct – where behaviour of a student: o has been in serious breach of a Institute rule o is in breach of enrolment conditions

o is considered to provide a threat to the well-being of other students or staff IDAT Institute may cancel a student enrolment for:

 a serious breach of a Institute rule  breach of enrolment conditions

 where a student is considered to provide a threat to the well-being of other students or staff  serious misconduct

 failing to meet the requirements of the course progress policy

 failing to meet the requirements of the course Attendance policy (ELICOS)  non-payment of tuition fees

 Non re-enrolment

Where suspension or cancellation is initiated by IDAT Institute, students will receive a notice of Intent to Defer, Suspend or cancel Enrolment. This notice will clearly identify that a student will be given 20 days to access the IDAT Institute’s internal complaints and appeals process.

When the appeals process is initiated, IDAT Institute will maintain the student's enrolment until the internal appeals process is complete. IDAT Institute reserves the right to not provide learning opportunities during this process should it be deemed appropriate.

Applicants will be informed that deferring, suspending or cancelling his or her enrolment may affect his or her student visa.

The suspension or cancellation will be notified to the Secretary of Department of Educationvia the Provider Registration and International Student Management System (PRISM) as required under section 19 of ESOS Act where the student’s enrolment is deferred, temporarily suspended or cancelled on completion of the 20 days or at the end of the appeals process if the appeal is not upheld.

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Local Information

Cost of Living

IDAT Institute students in Australia typically spend between $250 to $500 a week on accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, and telephone and incidental costs. The following chart is only a guide to help you understand the breakdown of costs.

Accommodation $250 - $300 / week Food $100 - $200 / week Public Transport $20 - $ 50 / week Entertainment/movies $13 per ticket

Please note that this is only a guide and it is important to remember that individual circumstances will vary by location, course and lifestyle. Some people spend a lot more than this and others spend less. To live more cheaply, you could share a room, cook for yourself and shop at the markets.

As an approximate guide international students will require approximately AU$20,000 – AU$30,000 for living expenses per year.

Transport

IDAT Institute is located in Balcatta in Perth city. Most students will live in suburbs further away and will need to catch a bus or train. Trains run regularly throughout peak hours.

Information about Perth’s public transport is available at this website: www.transperth.wa.gov.au for trains and buses.

State Library of Western Australia

The State Library is located less than 15 kilometres from IDAT Institute

Its located on:

 25 Francis Street, Perth, WA  Telephone: +61 8 9427 3111

Medical and Dental Services

If you cannot find a doctor locally, you can go to Outpatients of any public hospital.

In an emergency call 000 and ask for an ambulance

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 Telephone: +61 8 9224 2244

Choosing a doctor

Your health insurance allows you to consult the doctor of your choice, but it may be difficult for you to choose a doctor. If you cannot find a doctor you might wish to see one close to National Australia Institute. These doctors are listed below.

List of Doctors in the City of Perth

List of Dentists in the City of Perth

Please be aware that your health insurance does not cover you for dental visits

6.5 Useful Contacts

CBD West Medical Centre and Corporate Health

1st floor, 847, Hay Street, Perth, WA

6000 Phone: + 61 8 9486 4556

Perth Medical Centre 713 Hay Street Mall, Perth, WA 6000 Phone: + 61 8 9481 4342

Mill Street Medical Practice 5 Mill Street, Perth, WA 6000 Phone: + 61 9322 4788

Central City Medical Centre 420 Wellington Street, Perth, WA

6000 Phone: + 61 8 9221 4747

Perth LifeCare Dental Upper Walkway Level, Forrest Chase, 419

Wellington Street, Perth, WA 6000 + 61 8 9218 8942

MI Dental 1st Floor, 553, Hay Street, Perth, WA 6000 + 61 8 9221 5454

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Department of Immigration and Border Protection

City Central, 411 Wellington Street, Perth, WA

6000 Phone: 131 881

Allianz OSHC https://www.oshcallianzassistance.com.au/ 13 OSHC (13 6742)

Medibank 111 St George’s Terrace, Perth, WA 6000 Phone: 132 331

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

International students in Australia must have acceptable health insurance cover by paying the OSHC for student and accompanying family unit members. Norwegian students with Norwegian National Insurance Scheme cover and Swedish students with international cover arranged through the National Board of Student Aid (CSN) are covered and do not need to take up OSHC.

IDAT Institute assist to arrange your private health insurance for the duration of your studies. The estimated 2014 annual premiums for OSHC are $500 for single student cover and $1000 for family cover.

Information about OSHC and providers is available from the internet www.health.gov.au

Student Support Services

Prior to course commencement, IDAT Institute staff will provide an Orientation Program that is designed to provide information concerning the course you are enrolling in. IDAT Institute’s Student Administration Manager and Student Services Officer are available for any concerns that you may have with regard to study or education information.

Airport Pickup Service

International students on their arrival in Perth will be charged for pick up and transfer to their accommodation upon request by the student in their application form .Students should notify the institute by email, two weeks in advance giving relevant arrival details.

Accommodation Arrangement

Students may state one of following type of accommodation in their application form, according to their requirements

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 Home stay  Rented Rooms

 Private Rental Accommodation  Backpacker Hostel

IDAT Institute provides a free accommodation placement service to assist students in locating suitable accommodation, with the exception of some homestay placements where students will pay an AUD$220 placement fee. This fee is payable to a homestay agency (not the Institute) and is subject to change.

Homestay: It means accommodation in a private home with a host family. Furnished bedroom with

study space is provided for students in Homestay. Meals are provided, but the student must pay for their own travel, telephone calls, entertainment and personal needs. The approximate weekly cost is AUD$245 to AUD$275 per week. Students must pay two weeks in advance.

Rented Rooms: Students can rent a room in a private house. Meals are not normally provided, but

students have access to the kitchen to cook their own meals. Rent varies from AUD$150 to AUD$220 per week and may or may not include gas, electricity costs and other bills.

Private Rental Accommodation: Most popular choice is renting an apartment or house which can be

arranged through real estate agents. Rental costs do vary depending on type of property, number of bedrooms and location. Rent varies from AUD$290 upwards per week. Two weeks rent in advance and a bond equivalent to one month's rent is required while you rent a property. To rent a property from a real estate agent you need to put an application and they may require a reference letter and financial and identification proof.

Backpacker Hostel: Nice clean single or double rooms are provided. Self cooking facilities are available

as well as air conditioning in all the rooms and access to the swimming pool. Hostel locations are mainly in the centre or near to the city. Facilities such as supermarkets, a post office, a bank or a medical centre are usually nearby.

Costs: $ 35 - 55 per person/night

Accommodation usually takes two to four weeks to arrange, depending on the type of accommodation required. Permanent accommodation cannot be arranged prior to arriving in Australia.

These costs are indicative only and are correct as at 2014 and subject to change.

Students must inform IDAT Institute 4 weeks in advance, prior to arrival if they require accommodation service

Bringing My Family

Most student visas allow you to bring your family members to Australia as your dependants (check your individual circumstances with the Department of Immigration and Border Protection See:

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children. Before bringing your spouse or children to Australia, you will have to prove that you can support them financially. The cost of supporting a family in Australia is very high. You may have to consider and discuss many issues with your family. Rather than bringing your family together with you to Australia, some students may find it useful to arrive first, settle into studies, find appropriate accommodation, adjust to living in Australia and then arrange for their family to join them. Before making a decision to bring your family to Australia it is important to consider the following issues:

 The cost of airfares for your family to and from Australia;  Possible higher rent for a larger home;

 Limited employment opportunities for your spouse;  Extra costs for food, clothing and other necessities;

 The effect on you and your studies if your family is not happy in Australia;  Whether your children will adjust to school in Australia;

 Waiting lists for child care centres; and

 Whether to come alone to Australia first and arrange things for your family, or whether to all come at the same time.

For more information visit: www.immi.gov.au

Child Care

Finding suitable childcare in Australia requires patience and planning. Waiting lists for places in most childcare centres are long.

Many schools offer before- and after-school care programs (usually 7:30am-8:45am and 3:30pm-6:00pm). Children who need these programs must be registered with the school.

The child care centres around IDAT Institute are:

Perth Long Day Care West Perth Long Day Care North Perth Long Day Care East Perth Long Day Care Leederville Long Day Care Mount Lawley Long Day Care Subiaco Long Day Care Menora Long Day Care

Mount Hawthorn Long Day Care South Perth Long Day Care

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Schools

If you would like to bring your children to Australia with you, you must be aware of the following schooling issues:

It is an immigration policy that school-age dependants of international students undertake formal schooling while they are in Australia. You will need to provisionally enrol your child in a school before you leave your home country and you will normally have to pay the school fees one semester in advance. The school will issue an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment Form (eCoE) stating the program and its duration, so that you can obtain the appropriate visa for your child.

The Diplomatic Mission in your country can tell you which State schools are registered to take international students. Fees are payable by international students at all State schools unless you:

 Are in receipt of sponsorship or scholarships from the Australian Government (e.g. the Australian Development Scholarship, IPRS);

 Hold a higher institution or approved non-government scholarship. These scholarships must be approved by the State government for the dependants to be exempt from school fees. You will be responsible for school fees and other costs including school uniforms, books, excursions and stationery.

When choosing the most appropriate school for your child, it is best to ask questions about the school's curriculum, size, extra-curricular activities and the size of individual classes.

You should also take into consideration the distance from the school to your education institution, the suburb in which you intend to live and the method of transport you plan to use.

For further information, contact Department of Education, Western Australia

P: (08) 9264 4111 or Website: www.det.wa.edu.au

STUDENT PROSPECTUS

Dealing with Problems

It may be difficult for you at first when you moved to a new country, culture and maybe away from your family for the first time so it is normal to have some problems in settling down. Sometimes the problem is because you do not really understand the way things are done in this new country, but the best way to deal with any problem is to talk about it. So if you have a problem, the first person to contact is your trainer unless the problem is one with your trainer. Remember we have a student counsellor who is trained to help you with personal problems and below is a list of staff best approached for specific problems.

Problems IDAT Institute contact person

Any academic problems that you face Your trainer

You do not get on with your trainer Student Administration Manager Unhappy with your home stay Student Services Officer

Medical problem Student Administration Manager / Student Administration Officer

Visa problem Student Administration Manager Financial problem Student Administration Manager Personal problem…

- homesickness, loneliness - harassment, bullying

Student Services Officer / Student Administration Officer

The information contained in this brochure is current at the time of printing in March 2014 and is subject to change without notice.