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CONTENTS
Associate Degrees ... 26
Animal Services
+ Marine Studies ... 36
Art, Design + Multimedia ... 40
Aviation ... 60
Building Design,
Construction + Engineering ... 65
Business + Management ... 80
Children +
Community Services ... 92
Health, Recreation
+ Lifestyle ... 102
Hospitality + Tourism ... 112
Information Technology ... 122
Maritime ... 130
Science +
Environmental Studies ... 134
English Language
Programs ... 142
Studying in Perth + Western Australia
Why Study in Western Australia?... 2Why Study with TAFE Western Australia? ... 2
TAFE Western Australia Institutes
Institute Profiles... 5Help + Advice
Student Support Services at your TAFE Institute ... 12Accommodation ... 13
Airport Reception ... 14
Employment ... 14
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) ... 14
Transport ... 15
Studying at TAFE
Industry Training ... 16Qualification Levels ... 16
Competency Based Training (CBT) + Assessment... 16
University Pathways
University Partners ... 18University Credits ... 18
Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) ... 19
Entry to TAFE
Admission Requirements ... 20English Language Requirements ... 22
Folio Requirements ... 22
Important Dates
TAFE Courses and English Language Courses (ELICOS) ... 23Application Dates ... 24
Course Information ... 25
Application Information
Application Process ... 143STUDYING IN PERTH + WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Why Study in Western
Australia?
It is a big decision to choose to study abroad. Your study experience is not just about the Institute and course you choose, but the location and lifestyle on offer.
As a strong resource rich state with low unemployment,
Western Australia is Australia’s strongest economy,
providing the opportunity for industry work experience and part time work while you study.
Western Australia is in the same time-zone as many Asian regions and is a direct flight away from a number of capital cities in Asia, Africa, and the Gulf States. This is important if you plan to return home during study breaks or if you have family who wish to visit you while you are studying.
Perth is one of Australia’s most dynamic and prosperous cities, and offers a mix of nightlife, restaurants, and cultural experiences, as well as clear blue skies, white beaches and beautiful parklands and gardens.
Western Australia can offer you amazing travel experiences and adventures of a lifetime. From the northern red desert to the southern green forests and sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian and Southern Oceans – there is so much to explore!
Why Study with TAFE
Western Australia?
> Government Owned + Operated
TAFE offers high quality, nationally recognised courses and is government backed and guaranteed.
> Practical Workplace Skills
TAFE qualifications provide you with practical experience and industry training that gives you skills employers need.
> Pathways to University
TAFE Institutes offer programs that have flexible entry requirements and provide opportunities for further study at university.
> Value for Money
You will receive high quality training and support at an affordable cost.
> Multiple Locations
TAFE Western Australia has Institutes throughout metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia. Image courtesy of Tourism West Australia
TAFE INSTITUTES IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Kununurra Broome Geraldton Bunbury Busselton Margaret River Denmark AlbanyTAFE Institutes in Regional Areas
DRIVING DISTANCES FOR
THE REGIONAL CAMPUSES
Perth - Bunbury > 173 kms Perth - Busselton > 222 kms
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
Section Headings
www.eti.wa.edu.au/central/
CENTRAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Overview
Winner of the prestigious ‘International Training Provider of the Year’ in 2014, 2013, 2011 and 2010, Central Institute of Technology (Central) trains more than 1,300 international students each year and has a total student population of over 29,000.
Whether you’re looking to study for a career, want a pathway to university or to improve your English language skills, Central offers over 110 courses to suit you.
Central offers a wide range of study options, including courses in:
> Engineering, Mining + Construction > Business + Management
> Health, Education + Community Services
> Creative Arts
> IT + Interactive Digital Media > Science + Environmental Studies > Travel and Tourism
English Courses
Central is a recognised leader in providing nationally accredited English
Studying at Central
Our campuses are located in the heart of the city, right in the centre of the multicultural and arts precinct, with the facilities you would expect of an innovative and progressive institution. All of Central’s campuses are a short walk from public transport, including the bus and train. The free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus operates within the Perth Central Business District (CBD), and provides frequent services around the city.
We concentrate on providing the occupational skills to make you job ready, and work with industry to make sure the skills you learn are the skills that employers want. You learn by practising your skills in real and simulated work environments. The skills you learn at Central are recognised internationally, giving you global career opportunities.
Pathways to University
Central has university pathway arrangements with Western Australian universities which means the course you complete at Central will give you credits towards a university degree. Starting your study at Central reducesboth practical and theoretical skills, as well as improving your English language level. If you choose this option, you also have the chance to work in Australia for two years after completing your degree, under the Department of Immigration and Border Protection’s post study work rights: www.immi.gov.au.
International Student Support
The International Centre is dedicated to the academic and personal needs of our international students. The staff offer friendly, specialised support and guidance for students from orientation through to graduation. We also have two qualified counsellors who can help with any issues students might have settling in Perth.Central’s international students are given English support throughout their studies.
Central also provides specialised job support that will help you find part time employment in Perth and help you prepare for your future career.
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
www.eti.wa.edu.au/challenger/
CHALLENGER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Overview
Challenger Institute of Technology is one of Western Australia’s most diverse training providers, offering international students more than 60 courses from Certificate II to Advanced Diploma at eight campuses.
Many of Challenger’s courses include work placements so that students are job ready when they graduate. A number of qualifications at the diploma or advanced diploma level provide higher education pathways to university. In 2012, Challenger Institute was named Australia’s large training provider of the year and it continues to be the preferred choice of more than 23,000 students each year.
Challenger Institute offers exciting and rewarding career paths in:
> Animal + Marine studies (Aquaculture) > Automotive Technology
> Business + Management > Construction + Engineering > Children’s + Community Services > Health, Recreation + Lifestyle > Hospitality + Tourism > Information Technology (IT) > Maritime
> Science + Environmental Studies
Our Campuses
Challenger’s campuses are located along the southern coastline of Perth - Fremantle (Maritime, e-Tech and Beaconsfield), Peel, Murdoch,
Rockingham, Kwinana and Munster (Australian Centre for Energy and Process Training - ACEPT).
Getting to Challenger
The main campuses of Challenger Institute are located in and around Fremantle, at the mouth of the Swan River, about 20 kilometres south of Perth. All of the campus locations are a short walk from public transport, provided by Transperth, including the bus and train. The free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus that operates within the Fremantle Central Business District (CBD) provides frequent services around the city.Specialist Training
Australian Centre for Energy and Process Training (ACEPT)
ACEPT is Australia’s leading provider of process operations training, offering qualifications for the oil and gas, mineral and chemical processing industries. It features a full-scale process plant, process control equipment and a state-of-the-art distillation column that ensure hands-on experience in a real-life industry environment.
Australian Centre for Applied Aquaculture Research (ACAAR)
Located alongside the School of Maritime, ACAAR is a world recognised facility for marine finfish research and development, training and consultancy.
School of Hospitality and Tourism
The School of Hospitality and Tourism
facility renowned for excellence in vocational programs. It has won Western Australia’s most prestigious tourism award, the Sir David Brand Award for Tourism, and its Quinlan’s Training Restaurant has won five Gold Plate Awards for dining excellence.
School of Maritime
Situated in the heart of Fremantle, Western Australia’s major port, the School of Maritime boasts a fleet of vessels and a state-of-the-art maritime simulator training suite, and offers a range of courses meeting state, federal and international maritime standards. It is the ideal training ground for real-world scenarios related to the maritime industry.
School of Health, Sport and Lifestyle
The School of Health, Sport and Lifestyle focuses on training needs for the beauty, massage, sport and fitness industries. The School has excellent facilities including a beauty and massage clinic (Visage Beauty Clinic).
International Support
The International Student Support Office helps international students adjust to life in Australia and offers academic and personal assistance, such as: an orientation program; academic study support; personal/wellbeing support; extra-curricular activities; mentor support; employment advice and support; and accommodation advice.
Section Headings
www.eti.wa.edu.au/polytechnicwest/
POLYTECHNIC WEST
Overview
Polytechnic West is one of Western Australia’s largest providers of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Higher Education (HE) courses. We offer more than 70 qualifications for onshore international students across a wide range of trade, technical and professional disciplines. We are government owned and operated with more than 30,000 students, including over 1000 international students from 70 countries studying with us each year. Polytechnic West works closely with industry to ensure that all of our courses include the skills that are in demand by employers today. Our students graduate with contemporary and relevant skills, taught by lecturers who are passionate about helping students to succeed.
Polytechnic West’s courses are designed to create pathways towards further study opportunities. Whether pursuing higher level study with Polytechnic West, or enjoying the partnerships we have with Western Australian universities, our students are afforded the opportunity to continue to build on their skills and knowledge.
Polytechnic West currently offers Higher Education qualifications in the following areas:
Vocational courses, ranging from Certificates to Advanced Diplomas are available in areas such as:
> Animal Management > Art, Design + Multimedia > Aviation
> Building Design, Construction + Engineering
> Business + Management > Children’s Services
> Health, Recreation + Lifestyle > Hospitality + Food Trades > Information Technology (IT) > English Language
Our Campuses
Education and training at Polytechnic West is delivered across six campuses in the Perth metropolitan area, located at Bentley, Balga, Carlisle, Midland, Jandakot and Thornlie.
Getting to Polytechnic West
The main campus of Polytechnic West is located in Bentley, near Curtin University; about 10 kilometres east of Perth. All of the Polytechnic West campus locations are a short walk from public transport options, including the bus and train.
The AeroSpace Training Centre can be accessed by public transport from the Murdoch Train Station, with connecting bus services to Jandakot Airport. Please check details on the Transperth website for the most current train and bus schedules.
Bentley Hospitality Institute
The Bentley Hospitality Institute includes training kitchens, a bakery and an award winning restaurant and bistro, the Bentley Pines.
Centre for IT Excellence
The Centre for Information Technology Excellence (CITE), based at our Thornlie campus, offers a wide variety of industry-leading IT qualifications and vendor certifications.
English Language Courses
Polytechnic West 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.
International Support
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
WEST COAST INSTITUTE
Overview
West Coast Institute (WCI) is the premier large training provider in Perth’s northern suburbs and provides training to international students from over 50 countries.
WCI currently offers courses in the following areas:
> Business + Management > Children’s + Community Services > Construction
> Environmental Studies > Health + Lifestyle > Hospitality + Events > Information Technology (IT) > Multimedia
WCI also offers the Associate Degree in Education (Early Childhood).
Our Campuses
WCI has two campuses in Perth’s northern suburbs, Joondalup and Clarkson.
Getting to West Coast
Institute
WCI’s main campus is situated in Joondalup, 25 kilometres north of Perth, or just a 27 minute train ride. It is located in the Joondalup Learning Precinct, which includes Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Western Australian Police Academy.
All of WCI’s campus locations are a short walk from public bus and train
transport provided by Transperth. There is a free Central Area Transit (CAT) bus that operates within the Joondalup Central Business District (CBD) and learning precinct, which provides frequent services around the city.
Please note: A number of our Health Sciences courses are delivered between the Joondalup (Kendrew Avenue) and Joondalup (McLarty Crescent) campuses. The free CAT bus is available to transport students from the train station to both Joondalup campuses.
Specialist Training
Trades NorthLocated in Clarkson, Trades North is the Institute’s face of trades training and is only a 10 minute drive from the Institute’s main Joondalup (Kendrew) campus. It is easily accessible via public transport from Joondalup and Clarkson train/bus stations.
Trades North provides trade training programs in the areas of brick/block laying, plastering, wall and floor tiling, carpentry and horticulture.
Academy of Hospitality and Culinary Arts
The award-winning West Coast Academy of Hospitality & Culinary Arts, partners with industry and offers a range of live and realistic training environments to prepare students for employment in the culinary and front of house service industries.
The Academy is the only Australian education provider to date to be awarded the prestigious World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) award for excellence in culinary education.
Academy of Digital Technologies
The Academy of Digital Technologies (ADT) has a reputation for excellence in the delivery of high quality training and producing award winning graduates in a range of information technology industries and disciplines. The Academy is at the forefront of digital media including animation, 3D modelling, augmented reality and Computer Generated Imagery. Students are provided with a state-of-the-art learning environment featuring the latest in industry software, motion capture equipment and an animation studio.
Academy of Health Sciences
WCI’s Academy of Health Sciences is a leading provider of specialised health sciences training including nursing, allied health and health services assistance.
International Support
International students enjoy a high level of personal attention from experienced and committed staff members at the WCI International Student Centre that strongly focus on supporting students to ensure their learning experience is positive and rewarding.
Section Headings
SOUTH WEST INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Overview
The South West Institute of Technology (SWIT) is located in the beautiful South West region of Western Australia. Since 2009 the Institute has welcomed over 500 students from 41 different countries who have contributed significantly to the multicultural composition of our campus and the Institute’s relaxed, student-friendly atmosphere that offers you a warm welcome, academic support and pastoral care.
Apart from the exceptional learning environment, you can enjoy the region’s balmy climate, breathtaking forests, pristine beaches, some of the most spectacular recreational areas in the country close to the City of Bunbury, and only 175km south of Perth.
South West Institute of Technology offers international student visa holders a choice of over 50 courses in study areas such as:
> Art + Design > Building Design
> Business + Management > Health, Recreation + Lifestyle > Children’s + Community Services > Hospitality
Courses range from Certificate to Advanced Diploma level with some diploma courses providing a fast-track pathway to university.
Our Campuses
The main campus of the South West Institute is located in Bunbury, with smaller campuses in Busselton and Margaret River.
Our unparalleled facilities enable us to add value to your learning journey, and training in our commercial kitchens, fully functional restaurant, industrial workshops, state of the art laboratories, purpose built beauty therapy salons or our horticultural hothouses will give you the practical, hands-on skills to perform effectively in the work environment and secure an independent future.
The Institute has an outstanding reputation for teaching quality and service delivery based on our innovative, flexible and relevant training to consolidate your learning experience and prepare you for employment in your chosen career.
Getting to SWIT
TransWA operates a long-distance train service from Perth to Bunbury. Bunbury has a bus service that
Accommodation
Accommodation at Edith Cowan University and Campus Living Villages is available for students studying full time at SWIT. This self-catered student accommodation is modern, comfortable, and secure and is conveniently located in the education precinct, adjacent to SWIT.
International Support
The International Centre staff aim to inspire you academically and support you during your stay with us and will take you through a comprehensive orientation program prior to you starting your course and maintain a personal interest in your progress.
Services and support include:
> Academic study support > Personal/social support
> Employment advice and support > Accommodation referral service.
www.eti.wa.edu.au/southwest/
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
DURACK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Overview
Named the West Australian Large Training Provider of the Year in 2010, and finalist in 2011 and 2012, Durack Institute of Technology is one of Western Australia’s leading vocational education and training providers.
Qualifications are offered in the
following industry areas: > Aquaculture
> Multimedia
> Business and Management > Children’s and
Community Services > Health
> Hospitality
> Information Technology
> Science and Environmental Studies
Our Campus
Durack delivers training for international students at it's Geraldton campus, located
approximately 450 kilometres north of Perth.
The Geraldton campus has the following services available for students: a client services team who provide a high level of personal attention to Durack student’s academic and personal well-being; a café; childcare facilities; free wireless internet access in all classrooms and common areas, a library, and; a learning resource centre including a computer lab with 24 hour access.
Accommodation
Durack is one of the few training institutes to offer international students accommodation on campus at Pepperell Village. Pepperell Student Village comprises 12 recently refurbished self-contained units.
www.eti.wa.edu.au/durack/
Experience regional Western Australia
Studying outside of a big city can provide students with a unique opportunity to experience life in a close community that is happy to welcome international students.
Experience the amazing natural beauty of Western Australia with its long stretches of perfect coastline along the mid-west, forests and mountains of the south-west, and tropical deserts and sandy beaches of the north – there are unlimited opportunities for fun and adventure!
Studying at a regional TAFE Institute can provide you with experiences and good friendships you will treasure for a lifetime, while earning a qualification that will provide excellent future career options.
TAFE Western Australian Institutes
Overview
Kimberley Training Institute is located in one of the world’s last great wilderness areas in the far north of Western Australia. International students are introduced to the lifestyle, culture and industry of the Kimberley through a variety of programs.
Courses are offered in areas such as:
> Aquaculture
> Children’s and Community Services > Horticulture
> Hospitality
of Perth. People come to the Kimberley to have an adventure, immerse themselves in the awesome landscape and experience the Aussie ‘outback’. Kimberley Training Institute students gain a unique experience and one that they will remember for a lifetime.
progressive aquaculture development in Australia and allows students to gain experience with finfish, mollusc and crustacean culture techniques. Special Note: Some courses may require work based training as part
KIMBERLEY TRAINING INSTITUTE
GREAT SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Overview
Every year, students from many countries around the world choose to study at Great Southern Institute of Technology, in the south of Western Australia.
The Institute’s first class educational facilities, supportive environment and
safe community are enhanced by the city’s enviable lifestyle offering stunning inland and coastal scenery, excellent sporting and leisure
opportunities and a temperate climate.
Great Southern Institute delivers qualifications in the areas of:
> Aquaculture
> Business and Management > Commerce and Accounting
> Conservation and Land Management > Drafting
> Graphic Design and Information Technology
> Health and Community Services > Horticulture
Our Campus
The Institute’s main campus is in Albany, 420 kilometres south of Perth. This campus offers an inclusive atmosphere, well- equipped classrooms and modern study facilities.
International Student Support
From initial contact to the completion of the course, students are offered all the support they need to succeed in their studies.
A friendly welcome awaits all international students at Great Southern Institute of Technology.
HELP + ADVICE
Student Support Services at
your TAFE Institute
TAFE International Offices
The International Office at your Institute provides a range of support services.
These may include:
> Academic study support > Personal/social support
> Employment advice and support > An accommodation referral service.
Institute staff will also be able to assist you with:
> Advice on courses and pathways
> Advice on changing your course/units/pathways > Updating your contact details (i.e. address, email,
mobile numbers)
> Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC) information > Information on public transport (buses and trains).
Orientation
When you arrive in Western Australia, you must attend an orientation session at your Institute.
At orientation you will:
> Receive your class timetable > Be given a tour of your campus
> Find out important information relating to your studies.
Facilities
Western Australian TAFE Institutes provide students with:
> Well equipped libraries with access to internet resources
> Cafeterias that offer a variety of hot and cold food and drinks
> Links to recreational, social, religious and other facilities that make students feel at home.
Student ID Card
At orientation, you will be provided with a student ID card that gives you access to discounted public transport and a wide variety of entertainment and sporting facilities.
Safety
Perth is generally a safe city but students should always take precautions particularly when out and about at night. International student advisors can provide students ongoing support and advice during your stay. The Western Australian Police can also provide you with assistance should you require it.
Religion
Although Australians are predominantly Christian, Australia does not have an official religion, and people are free to practise their religious beliefs, provided they do not break the law. When you arrive in Western Australia if you have any questions about culture and religion the International Student Coordinator at your Institute will be happy to assist you.
Help + Advice
Accommodation
TAFE Western Australian Institutes within the Perth metropolitan area do not offer on campus accommodation. However some of the regional campuses do have limited student accommodation available to rent.
If you are studying at a metropolitan Institute we
recommend that you book temporary accommodation for the first few weeks or homestay accommodation for the first month after you arrive in Western Australia.
Temporary Accommodation
There is a range of temporary accommodation on offer in Perth, which you can search for through the internet and book online. There are many backpacker hostels or budget hotels to choose from that range from $30 - $150 AUD per night depending on whether you require shared or single rooms.
Homestay
Homestay involves students living with an Australian family. This is very popular because you can make Australian friends, embrace the Australian lifestyle and improve your English. Homestay costs between $255 - $290 per week depending on age and level of service. There is also a Homestay placement fee of $230.
Bookings must be made at least two weeks in advance. Late bookings will incur additional fees. Homestay options are:
Full service > $290 per week, includes 3 meals per day. Half service > $255 - $270 per week which includes 2
meals per day.
The fee also includes laundry, snacks, electricity and gas. For more information about Homestay and to make a booking contact Australian Homestay Network (AHN) at: www.homestaynetwork.org.
Underage Students
All applicants can study at TAFE in the calendar year they are turning 18. For students under 18 years of age, once AHN has identified a homestay family they will give these details to ETI, who will issue the Welfare Letter
the student will need to include in their student visa application.
Sometimes parents have relatives or friends in Perth that they would like their child (under 18) to live with. For this to be approved parents need to provide evidence of a long-term family relationship with the proposed hosts. AHN will need to visit the home and ensure it is suitable and appropriate for the child, and all adults living in the home are required to provide Working with Children and Police Criminal Screening checks. This arrangement will need to be registered with AHN and fees do apply.
Rental Accommodation
Many students choose to share a rental house or apartment with other students as this reduces costs. The average rental price for a furnished room in shared accommodation is around $150 per week but can range from $120 - $180 per week. This cost does not usually include electricity, water or gas expenses. Be sure to arrive well in advance of your course starting to find good accommodation.
Some useful websites to search for rental accommodation are:
> www.realestate.com.au > www.reiwa.com.au > www.domain.com.au
You can also look in local newspapers such as The West Australian or The Sunday Times, where a large range of rentals are advertised. The International Student Centre at your TAFE Institute may also be able to provide assistance in identifying suitable accommodation in one of the local suburbs.
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
Airport Reception
Airport Pickup
Airport pickup can be arranged for students arriving in Western Australia at a cost of $115. Students will be taken directly to their homestay family or temporary accommodation. Please contact AHN at www.homestaynetwork.org to organise this service. A taxi from the airport to central Perth costs approximately $40. An airport bus costs approximately $15, and can drop passengers at central city hotels.
Employment
You may decide to find a part time job to increase your income and gain work experience whilst undertaking your studies. Your international student visa allows you to work while you are in Australia. International students are allowed to work up to 40 hours a fortnight during each semester and unlimited hours during semester breaks. You may be able to earn $15 - $20 per hour depending upon your skills and experience, but you should not rely on these earnings to pay tuition fees. You can discuss work options with the International Student Coordinator at your Institute after you have started your course so that you can assess them in relation to your course commitments and workload.
Sample Weekly Budget (AUD)
> Rent - shared accommodation (average) $150 > Gas, water, electricity, phone (landline) $80 > Food $100
> Public transport $40
> Clothing + entertainment $50 - $100
Total $420 - $470
Overseas Student Health
Cover (OSHC)
All international students studying in Australia are required to pay Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of their student visa.
Education and Training International (ETI) can arrange your OSHC cover or you can secure cover from another Health Care provider if you wish.
Health Cover Costs
ETI works with Allianz Global Assistance to provide OSHC for international students. The following table gives you a guide as to the cost of this cover as at September 2014 (subject to change). Months duration Single policy* Dual Family policy+ Multi Family policy# 6 $322 $850 $1,266 12 $594 $1,643 $2,396 18 $896 $2,662 $4,012 24 $1,198 $3,681 $5,628 30 $1,506 $4,594 $7,023 36 $1,815 $5,506 $8,417
* Singles - Covers only the valid student visa holder.
+ Dual Family - Covers one valid student visa holder plus either one adult spouse or recognised de-facto partner or one or more dependent children.
# Multi-family - Covers one student visa holder plus more than one dependent which can only include one adult spouse or recognised de-facto partner and one or more dependent children.
Help + Advice
Transport
Western Australia has a large network of public transport options. Perth Airport is the gateway to Western Australia and from the airport you can connect to a network of regional airports located across our large state.
Public Transport
Public transport in the Perth metropolitan area, including buses and trains, is provided by Transperth, part of the State Government’s Public Transport Authority (PTA).
Free Travel in Perth City
Perth has a free public transport service known as the Central Area Transit or CAT bus that is available within the Central Business Districts (CBD) of Perth, Joondalup and Fremantle. The CAT bus is free and provides frequent services throughout the day.
Discount Travel for Students
Students undertaking full time study at TAFE institutions are entitled to concessional travel entitlements on Transperth and regional town bus services with their Tertiary SmartRider.
To find out more about Smart Rider visit the Transperth website: www.transport.wa.gov.au.
The Transperth Train System Distances*
Perth > Clarkson = 36 minutes Perth > Joondalup = 27 minutes Perth > Fremantle = 28 minutes Perth > Rockingham = 31 minutes Perth > Mandurah = 49 minutes Perth > Midland = 21 minutes Perth > Armadale = 31 minutes Perth >Thornlie = 20 minutes
* These trip times are sourced from Transperth and are current at the time of printing.
For more information about public transport travel zones, routes and student discounts, visit the Transperth website: www.transperth.wa.gov.au.
Driving
To drive in Western Australia you will require a valid driver’s licence. You may be able to drive in Australia if you have a current licence from your home country. If your overseas licence is not valid you must apply for a West Australian licence if you wish to continue driving. The Department of Transport provides information regarding licensing and road rules in Western Australia. You can visit their website for more information: www.transport.wa.gov.au.
Taxis
Taxis are used throughout Perth and can be caught from a sign-posted taxi rank outside train stations, shopping centres, hotels, shopping and tourist areas. It is also possible to make a phone booking to order a taxi. Please note that catching a taxi on public holidays and at night, may have an additional charge.
Walking + Cycling around Perth
There are many great walking and cycling tracks around Perth. You will find these along the Swan River in Perth and in many of the outer suburbs. You may even be able to cycle or walk from your accommodation to your Institute. However please remember, in Australia you must wear a cycle helmet at all times and use lights if you cycle at night.
STUDYING AT TAFE
All courses offered by TAFE Institutes to international students are registered on the Australian Government Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and are full time. Full time study for international students at TAFE consists of 20 hours of training per week.
TAFE Institutes in Western Australia deliver a range of courses that are developed in consultation with industry and are reviewed regularly to ensure that students graduate with the skills and knowledge required for a successful employment outcome.
Where there is a note in the course information which indicates that a course is under review, this may mean a change in course number, change in course content and/or the introduction of new learning and delivery styles. The new course will continue to be industry focused and get students started on their career pathway.
Industry Training
All TAFE courses are designed in partnership with industry to ensure training programs meet the needs of employers. Because of this, TAFE courses involve more “hands on” activities and practical experience than university. These activities may include workshops and projects as well as work experience placement.
Qualification Levels
In each TAFE program area there can be multiple qualification levels. Each qualification level represents a combination of skills that enable the graduate to perform various job related tasks to a certain standard.
From lowest to highest, the qualification levels are:
> Certificate I > Certificate II > Certificate III > Certificate IV > Diploma
> Advanced Diploma, Higher Education Diploma, and Associate Degree.
Each qualification level takes a different length of time to complete.
ELICOS
Advanced Diploma, Higher Education Diploma, Associate Degree
University Diploma Certificate IV Certificate III Certificate II Year 12 Year 11 Year 10
The diagram above shows how School, TAFE and University are connected and the pathways between them. Please note that students may be required to start at a lower qualification level than years of schooling shown above. Please refer to the outline for your selected course in the courses section of this guide.
The years of schooling shown above refer to the Australian education system. For your country’s equivalent please see the Admission Requirements section on page 20.
Competency Based Training
(CBT) + Assessment
Training Packages + CBT
Training packages are used as the basis for most of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs delivered by TAFE Institutes throughout Australia. A training package is a set of nationally endorsed standards and qualifications for recognising and assessing people’s skills in a specific industry, industry sector or enterprise. They are developed by national Industry Skills Councils (ISCs) in consultation with industry and are not owned by an individual training provider.
Training package qualifications are made up of a set of core and elective units of competency. These units of competency outline the skills and knowledge students
Studying at TAFE
must acquire if they are to successfully complete a qualification. These competencies are delivered by qualified trainers using a Competency Based Training (CBT) approach. CBT places emphasis on what a person can do in the workplace as a result of completing a program of training.
Competency Based Assessment
Competency Based Assessment is the process of collecting evidence and making judgements as to whether a competency has been achieved. The purpose of assessment is to confirm that a student can perform to the standard expected in the workplace as outlined in the competency. The evidence may be collected by observing a student undertaking a task in the workplace, through a formal theory test, the completion of a project and so on. If students believe that they are already competent, they can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL is the term used to describe a number of assessment processes that formally recognise the competencies an individual has acquired through formal or non-formal learning, work experience and/or life experience. You can find more information about RPL on ETI’s website:
www.eti.wa.edu.au.
Results + Awards
After you have undergone assessment, you will receive one of the following results:
Result
code Result Definition
CO Competent You have met the requirements of the unit of competency.
H Hold You have not yet met the requirements of the unit of competency and may need to re-submit or re-sit an assessment. R Re-enrol You have not met the
requirements of the unit of competency and must re-enrol and undertake this unit again. Please note that fees are incurred when you re-enrol into a unit(s).
These results will be issued to you as a Statement of Attainmentat the end of each Semester of study. If you are deemed not yet competent in any units of
All students have the opportunity to appeal their results and, if necessary, be reassessed.
When you have been deemed competent in all of the units of competency in your qualification, you will be issued with an Award that is for example, if you have been studying a Diploma program, you will be issued with your Diploma Certificate.
UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS
These universities give selected Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Associate Degree graduates, entry into a wide variety of degree programs with very competitive advanced standing or credit transfers.
Many students choose to start their studies at TAFE, apply for university entrance towards the end of their Diploma/Advanced Diploma studies and then gain credit for the work they have done.
Students can also apply for a TAFE to degree package and therefore be eligible to apply for a 573 student visa for the entire duration of their TAFE and University programs.
TAFE to University pathways:
> provide an industry focused pathway to further study if you do not meet university entry requirements
> offer smaller class sizes with extra English and academic support
> provide practical, employment focused skills that will complement your degree
> may reduce your study load, course duration and fees when you enrol into your university degree
> may allow you to apply for streamlined visa processing (SVP)
> 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.
University Credits
In the course section of this guide, you will find information about advanced standing or credit transfer arrangements that TAFE Western Australia Institutes have with Western Australian Universities. Please note that a complete list of university credit arrangements can be found on our website
www.eti.wa.edu.au/university-pathways.
Credit Points
Each university has a different credit system where students need a certain number of credit points to be eligible for a Bachelor degree. Agreements between TAFE Institutes and the universities specify the credits that a student will receive on transfer from a Diploma or Advanced Diploma to Degree course. This credit transfer may reduce the duration and the cost of the
degree program.
To gain the equivalent of one year of advanced standing, you need the following credit points:
> Curtin University = 200 credit points;
> Edith Cowan University (ECU) = 120 credit points; > Murdoch University = 24 credit points
> University of Western Australia (UWA) = 48 credit points If you require more information about the duration and structure of the university partner degrees and credit arrangements please visit:
www.eti.wa.edu.au/university-pathways.
University Partners
TAFE Western Australia has advanced standing agreements with the following Western Australian Universities:
CRICOS Provider Code: 00125J CRICOS Provider Code: 00279B
University Pathways
Streamlined Visa
Processing (SVP)
Package your TAFE course with a
University degree
If you are considering studying an undergraduate degree after your TAFE program, you have the option of packaging that course with an approved undergraduate degree at Curtin University, Edith Cowan University (ECU), Murdoch University or the University of Western Australia (UWA).
SVP packages allow you to access faster, simpler visa processing particularly from Visa Assessment Level 3 countries.
Packages can only be arranged at the time of application. To apply for an SVP package you must appoint an education agent that has an agency agreement with both ETI and your preferred university. For a list of education agents in your country please visit:
XXXFUJXBFEVBVGJOEBOFEVDBUJPOBHFOU. Your agent will assist you with the packaged application and guide you through the streamlined visa process. You can commence a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree with TAFE and, on completion, transfer to your chosen university to complete your degree program. When you apply for a packaged program you will receive a student visa for the whole period of your study.
Packaged programs ‘lock’ you into a university and a degree program and it is difficult to change your university and visa subclass once you have commenced your program. It is important that you discuss your options with an approved ETI agent before making a decision to package your program.
Students undertaking a packaged program should note that their principal course is the university program and should also be aware that there are strict immigration requirements that relate to changing provider or visa subclasses if you have opted for a streamlined visa. For more information please visit: www.immi.gov.au/study/pages/ changing-courses.aspx.
Student visas for these packages will be assessed by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection according to the relevant streamlined visa packaging agreement. All packaging fees must be paid to ETI together with payment for your TAFE course and OSHC. For further information about the streamlined visa process and immigration rules please visit:
www.immi.gov.au/Study/Pages/Streamlined-student-visa-processing.aspx.
Approved TAFE courses
To find out which TAFE courses are approved for university packaging under SVP arrangements, please see the Course Information provided in the courses section of this guide. For more information about applying for a SVP package and the requirements of the relevant University, please visit:
ENTRY TO TAFE
Admission Requirements
If you have completed the equivalent of Australian Year 10 or 11, you will most likely begin your studies at Certificate III level. If you have completed the equivalent of Australian Year 12, you may start at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
Each industry area is different so please refer to the specific course information located in the courses section of this guide.
Find the admission requirements for your country in the table below.
Country Year 10/11 Equivalent Year 12 Equivalent
Brazil
Certificado de Ensio Medio (Year 10 or Year 11 equivalent)
Certificado de Ensio Medio from 2011 (year 12 equivalent)
** Certificado de Ensio Medio plus 1 year Diploma or Higher qualification (pre 2011)
Bangladesh
Secondary School Certificate – pass (DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
Higher Secondary Certificate (minimum GPA 3.5 or 60% in HSC first division pass )
GCE A-Level (2 subject passes)
Bhutan
Bhutan Middle Secondary School CertificateBhutan Higher Secondary School Certificate or Middle Secondary School Certificate plus
2 year relevant vocational diploma
Chile
Educacion Media (Year 10 or Year 11 equivalent)Educacion Media (Year 12 equivalent) Licencia de Educacion Media Tecnico-Profesional or Tecnico
China
Senior Secondary School Certificate (Year 11 equivalent) (DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
Senior Secondary School Certificate
Colombia
Bachillerato Upper Secondary Schooling (Year 11 equivalent)
(DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
Bachillerato plus Curso Tecnico or 1 year Diploma or Higher qualification
France
Upper Secondary School Certificate Baccalaaureat
Germany
Realschule or Hauptschule Gymnasium
Hong Kong
Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) or Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE) or Hong Kong Diploma of
Secondary Education (HKDSE)
India
All Indian Secondary School Certificate 10+1 (Minimum 50%)
Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Senior Secondary,
GCE O-Level (4 subject passes)
All Indian Senior School Certificate (Minimum 50%) 10+2 Indian School
Certificate (Minimum 50%) Senior Secondary Year 12 Examination
(Minimum 50%) GCE A-Level (2 subject passes)
Indonesia
Secondary School SMU 3 or SMK 3Senior Secondary School Certificate of Completion (ijazah/STTB SMA/STTB SMK/
STTB MA)
Japan
Completion of Kotogakko Year 1 Lower Secondary Leaving Certificate
Kotogakko Shomeisho / Upper Secondary School Certificate
Kenya
KCSE pass or GCE O-Level ( 4 subject passes)
Completion of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with C average or A- Level (2 subject passes) or A level (1 A and 2 AS level passes) or
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Malaysia
SPM or (4 subject passes) in O-Level (D Grade or Higher) or Senior Middle 2
STPM (2 subject passes) or GCE A- Levels (2 subject passes) or UEC
Entry to TAFE
Country Year 10/11 Equivalent Year 12 Equivalent
Mauritius
GCE O-level (4 subject passes)GCE A-Levels (2 subject passes) or A level (1 A and 2 AS level passes)
Myanmar
Matriculation/Basic Education High School (BEHS) (Completion of Year 10 or Year 11)
45% or higher or GCE O - Level (4 subject passes) (DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
Matriculation/Basic Education High School (BEHS) plus minimum completed 2 years at
Professional College or Secondary Technical College or
GCE A- Level (2 subject passes) or A level (1 A and 2 AS level passes)
Nigeria
Senior Secondary School (WAEC/NECO) examinations – pass gradeSenior Secondary School (WAEC/NECO) examinations (5 subjects passes C grade average)
Nepal
Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12)
Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12) (Minimum 55%)
Pakistan
Higher Secondary School Certificate/ Intermediate Certificate
Higher Secondary School (Intermediate) (D Grade Minimum)
Certificate Diploma (Polytechnic/Vocational)
Philippines
Completion of High School Diploma/ Certificate of Graduation (DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
High School Diploma/Certificate of Graduation/Certificate of Graduation + 2
Years University or 2 Years Community College or 2 Years Technician Training Institute
Singapore
GCE 0-Levels
(4 subject passes D grade or higher) GCE A-Levels (2 subject passes)
South Africa
National Senior Certificate / Senior Certificate Year 11/10
National Senior Certificate (Year12) Senior Certificate (Year 12) A- Level 2 Passes International
Baccalaureate Diploma
South Korea
11 years of school/10 years of schoolGeneral/Academic Senior High School Certificate/Diploma (Kodung Hakkyo
Choreupchang)
Sri Lanka
GCE 0 - Levels (4 subject passes)Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (3 passes) British GCE A-Level (2 passes)
Taiwan
Senior High School (1st or 2nd Year)Senior High School Diploma or Senior Vocational School Diploma
Thailand
Upper Secondary School (Matayom 5/ Matayom 4)
Upper Secondary School (Matayom 6 or Certificate in Vocational School)
UK
GCE O-Level (4 subject passes) GCE A-Levels (2 subject passes)
Venezuela
Educacion Media (10 years of secondary schooling minimum)
Educacion Media – Academic or Tecnico (Medio)
Vietnam
Upper Secondary schooling (Year 10 or 11 equivalent) (DIBP requires completion of Year 11)
Diploma of General Education or Vocational Education Graduation Diploma or
Vocational Training Diploma
Zambia
ZSC or GCE O- Level (4 subject passes)A - Level (2 subject passes) or A level (1 A and 2 AS level passes) or Diploma in
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
English Language Requirements
The basic level of English proficiency required for entry into most courses is the equivalent of Academic IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0. Some courses require a higher level of English i.e. IELTS 6.0 or 6.5. You can find this information under each course description in this guide.
Students who need to improve their English can package an English course with their TAFE program.
Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses Associate Degrees and other courses*
Password score of 5.5 Password score of 6.0 Eiken Grade Pre 1 Eiken Grade 1 TOEFL
55 (iBT)
TOEFL
60 – no band lower than 15 (iBT)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic – Minimum Level 43 Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic – 50 Successful completion of at least 2 years of study at an
acceptable grade in an English medium course completed within the previous 2 years.
OR
• GCE O Levels English with ‘C’
• ‘A or B in Malaysian SPM English or C in 1119 English • Kenyan KCSE English C
Successful completion of at least 2 years of study at an acceptable grade in an English medium course completed within the previous 2 years.
OR
• GCE O Levels English with ‘B’ • ‘A’ in Malaysian SPM
• English or a ‘C’ in English 1119 • Kenyan KCSE English B International Baccalaureate (IB) Minimum of 3 in
English A1 or A2
International Baccalaureate (IB) Minimum of 4 in English A1 or A2
Completion of the Cambridge First Certificate of English (FCE)
Completion of the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
Successful completion of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at Upper Intermediate Level or equivalent at Central Institute/Polytechnic West or a recognised English college
Successful completion of English for Academic
Purposes (EAP) at Pre-Advanced level or equivalent at Central Institute/Polytechnic West or a recognised English college
Please note: The Department of Immigration and Border Protection may require different or higher English levels for visa purposes. Please check the visa requirements for your passport nationality www.immi.gov.au.
Education and Training International reserves the right to alter any admission requirement without prior notice.
English Courses
If you would like to find out more about studying English at TAFE Western Australia as a pathway to higher study options view: www.eti.wa.edu.au/study-english.
Folio Requirements
If you would like to enrol into a Film + Televsion, Music, Photography, Radio or Digital Media course at Central Institute of Technology you will need to submit a folio of your work. If you want to continue into the Diploma or Advanced Diploma level in these areas, you may also be required to submit folios.
Prospective students are required to submit a folio for the following courses:
> Diploma of Screen + Media – Film + Television (CUF50107) > Diploma of Screen + Media – Radio (CUF50107)
> Diploma of Screen + Media – Animation (CUF50107) > Certificate III in Music (CUS30109), Diploma of Music (CUS50109), and Diploma of Sound Production (CUS50209) > Diploma of Photoimaging (CUV50411)
> Diploma of Mass Communication (52512WA)
Please see: www.eti.wa.edu.au/folio-requirements for detailed information about Folio Requirements.
IMPORTANT DATES
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 at
www.eti.wa.edu.au/semester-dates.
TAFE Courses
Certificate and Diploma Courses
Associate Degrees
Year Semester Start Date End Date Year Semester Start Date End Date
2015 1 Monday 2 February Friday 3 July 2015 1 Monday 16 February Friday 3 July 2015 2 Monday 20 July Friday 11 December 2015 2 Monday 20 July Friday 4 December
* Your Institute will confirm your end date.
English Language Courses (ELICOS)
Central Institute of Technology
Central Institute of Technology breaks their academic year into 5 blocks of 10 weeks, commencing in February and
finishing in January. Orientation and placement testing is held every Friday before classes begin.
Year Semester Start Date End Date
2014/15 5* 17 November 23 January 2015 1 9 February 17 April 2015 2 20 April 26 June 2015 3 29 June 4 September 2015 4 7 September 13 November 2015/16 5* 16 November 22 January
* In Block 5, EAP and IELTS courses consist of 25 hours per week over 8 weeks while General English consists of 20 hours per week over 10 weeks as usual.
Please note - This includes a 2 week holiday for all courses over the Christmas and New Year period.
Polytechnic West
Polytechnic West breaks their academic year into 4 terms of 10 weeks duration from February to December and a
summer school in January for 1 month. You can enrol every Monday up to week 6 in each term. Orientation and placement testing takes place on the Monday you start classes.
TAFE Western Australia International Course Guide 2015
Application Dates
Please see below to view the application cut-off dates for 2015.
Students NOT in Australia
Semester 1, 2015
TAFE Associate Degree SVP
Applications CoE’s Applications CoE’s Applications CoE’s
Level 1 and 2 (plus Philippines)
19th Dec 9th Jan 2nd Jan 16th Jan 5th Dec 2nd Jan
Level 3
Non-Agent 28th Nov 12th Dec 1st Dec 29th Dec N/A N/A Agent 12th Dec 19th Dec 19th Dec 2nd Jan 5th Dec 2nd Jan
Semester 2, 2015
TAFE Associate Degree SVP
Applications CoE’s Applications CoE’s Applications CoE’s
Level 1 and 2 (plus Philippines)
12th June 26th June 19th June 5th July 22nd May 19th June
Level 3
Non-Agent 15th May 5th June 15th May 12th June N/A N/A Agent 29th May 12th June 5th June 19th June 22nd May 19th June
Students ALREADY IN Australia
Semester 1, 2015
TAFE Associate Degree SVP
Applications CoE’s/Payment Applications CoE’s/Payment Applications CoE’s/Payment 10th Jan 17th Jan 17th Jan 24th Jan N/A N/A
Semester 1, 2015
TAFE Associate Degree SVP
Applications CoE’s/Payment Applications CoE’s/Payment Applications CoE’s/Payment 26th June 3rd July 5th July 12th July N/A N/A
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> Maritime Operations - Marine Engineering
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TAFE Western Australia Course Guide > Course Information > Associate Degrees
Aviation (Aeronautics)
Course Name
+ Duration Intakes + Locations Pathway
CRICOS Code Pathway Duration Tuition Fee Minimum Entry Requirements Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics) Course Code: H400 Duration - 2 years (Direct Entry) February Polytechnic – Aerospace Centre - Jandakot
Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics)
Course Code: H400
062156M 2 years $30,400 Year 12 with passes in English and Maths
plus an IELTS of 6.0 (Academic Version) overall with no band lower
than 5.5 Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics) Course Code: H400 Duration - 3 years February Polytechnic – Aerospace Centre - Jandakot
Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics)
National Code: H400
Certificate IV in Aviation (Ground Operations & Service)
National Code: AVI40408 TAFE ID: S636
074309M 1 year $15,500 Year 11
062156M 2 years $30,400
Description
The aim of this course is to provide a non-licensed qualification that equips students with the underpinning technical and theoretical knowledge for a career in the airline industry. Graduates will have a sound knowledge of aircraft operations for modern airline transport aircraft. Additional business units expand the range of employment opportunities in the field of aviation management.
Graduates will apply underpinning technical and theoretical knowledge in the field of Aviation to the level of Air Transport Pilot. They will acquire specialist knowledge in aeronautics that will enable them to undertake paraprofessional work in the industry, a possible pathway for additional learning about a career as a professional pilot, or further studies at higher educational institutions.
Career Opportunities
By studying an Associate Degree of Aviation (Aeronautics), graduates will have the opportunity to work in roles within the air transportation industry.
Possible roles available to the graduate include:
> Dispatch Coordination > Flight Planning > Crewing
> Airline Operations
> Aviation Safety Management.
Additional Costs
Resource fees - $375 per semester Uniform fee - $350 (one-time fee) Text Books – $850 per year
approximately
More information on additional costs will be provided at orientation.
Additional Information
1. Students must have completed Year 11 equivalent for the non-direct entry pathway into this course.
2. Class-based study will be conducted at the AeroSpace Training Centre Facilities at Jandakot Airport. There may be a requirement for attendance at lectures across other Polytechnic West campuses or industry facilities.
3. The AeroSpace Training Centre can be accessed by public transport from the Murdoch Train Station, with connecting bus services to Jandakot Airport. Please check details on the Transperth website for the most current train and bus schedules. 4. The pathways listed for this Associate
Degree are based on students studying the courses at Polytechnic West only. Students entering the Associate Degree course after completing the pathway at an alternative Institution may not receive the same credits as students who have completed their full studies at Polytechnic West. Please contact ETI for more information.
5. This course is registered with DIBP as a Higher Education course which means that all students will be required to apply for the Higher Education Sector Visa (subclass 573). Please refer to www.immi.gov.au for further information.
Work Placement
This course has no work placement.
University Pathways
TAFE Institute University Qualification Credit