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STUDYING  WITH  US
Our Premises

Information for International Students

 

It's great to hear that you're interested in studying in Australia!

 

Our country offers a warm and welcoming environment for students from all over the world. In addition to your studies, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore and experience the beauty of Australia, from the Blue Mountains to Bondi Beach.

 

Just remember to abide by your Student Visa conditions and commit to academic excellence. We look forward to welcoming you to our country!

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ESOS Framework

Training Organisations who appear on the CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutes and Courses for Overseas Students) Register are governed by the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) Framework which consists of legislation including the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice for Registration Authorities and Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students.

 

These laws are in place to protect overseas students and to uphold high quality standards of education within Australian Education Institutes.

Government Recognition

Overseas students can be assured that their training is being conducted by an organisation that is on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

 

Inter-Continental Colleges Pty Ltd is registered as an RTO with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).   Our CRICOS number is 02214C.   This means that the College is registered to provide courses to people studying in Australia on student visas.

Selection, Enrolment, Orientation

Selection and enrolment with our College is carried out in an ethical and responsible manner and we encourage people to apply for enrolment through a variety of avenues, such as: directly to us, through authorised agents or electronically.

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We ensure that our selection processes are undertaken without any form of discrimination. Individual interviews are conducted either by College staff or by our agents who strictly monitor the requirements for entry and ensure that applicants:

  • meet all the requirements,

  • are well informed and

  • provide us with the opportunity to identify any special requirements the applicant may have.

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Students should ensure they familiarise themselves with the terms and conditions of enrolment which are on the enrolment form. Students must have a satisfactory English-language level and the College reserves the right to test students on commencement of their course (if necessary, e.g English language enrolments) to determine appropriate English language skills.

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All successful applicants complete an orientation program during the first week of the course to familiarise them with the College’s services, facilities and procedures. You will be advised of the exact date and time for your induction upon enrolment. You will also be told about what to bring to your orientation session (such as a pen and notepaper, passport with visa, original copies of all documentation).

Please note that you will be required to purchase any text books and equipment before your first class.

 

Prospective students should check out further detailed information about our Pre-Enrolment Policy and Unique Student Identifier (USI) Policy in the Policies section of this website.

 

Students studying with us also have the advantage of the support facilities and resources available through our sister college, Focal Holdings Pty Ltd (RTO ID 90191,  CRICOS 01497F).   See for further information regarding the facilities described at www.tibc.nsw.edu.au.

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English Language

International students who wish to study in vocational courses in Australia must be able to speak English unless you enrol in an English course (see brochures relating to English Language Courses).

 

If English is not your first language and you are not enrolling in an English course, you may be required to be tested in your English language proficiency or you will be required to enrol in an English language course with our College.

 

For prospective vocational students, your score must be to the IELTS level of 6.0 or TOEFL level of 64 iBT or equivalent English standard if you are from an Assessment Level 3, 4 or 5 country. Testing is available in your country.
 

Attendance, course progress and transfers

Students must attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled course contact hours and achieve satisfactory course progress in order to complete their qualification.  A student who is absent from class due to illness must provide a Doctor’s certificate. If circumstances arise which are making it difficult for you to successfully attend classes, the College has student support staff who may be able to assist.

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Students should note that they cannot change their College until they have completed 6 months of their principal course of study without a written letter of release from their College and satisfying the College’s policy on student transfers.  If you are experiencing difficulties in meeting the College’s attendance requirements, please contact one of our friendly Student Support Staff who can assist you. They may suggest an Intervention Strategy to assist you.

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For further detailed information about the College’s course progress requirements and related information, please read the relevant policies under the "Policies' tab on this website.​

Course Details

A number of our courses have pre-requisites which you must have if you wish to enrol in those courses.   For example, our Diploma level courses require you to have the equivalent of Year 12 level Australian schooling (e.g., Higher School Certificate). or are a mature-age student.  

Pre-Enrolment Information - International Students

We believe that it is important for students to have a clear of their responsibilities and obligations when enrolling with us. Our website provides relevant information about various areas that will affect your study options.  We also offer excursions and assistance to help you assimilate to the Australian way of life.   Additionally, students on Study Visas are allowed to work for up to 48 hours per fortnight during term and unrestricted hours during vacation periods.   Clicking on the Pre-Enrolment link here will provide prospective students with a clear idea of what to expect at our College.

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We’d like you to remember that we are here to help you, but we require that our students comply at all times with their relevant visa conditions.  Our friendly staff can provide assistance with giving you advice about living conditions in Australia, who to turn to for help, referrals to various religious and cultural organisations and – most importantly – provide moral support when students are homesick.

We’ve selected the following extract from the Australian Government’s website to help students understand what life in Australia is going to be like – we hope it helps you understand what we at the College expect and what the general Australian community expects.

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Australian Values – extract from the Australian Government’s booklet “Life in Australia”

“As part of the visa application process, many visa applicants must confirm that they will respect Australian values and obey the laws of Australia.

Australian values include respect for the equal worth, dignity and freedom of the individual, freedom of speech, freedom of religion and secular government, freedom of association, support for parliamentary democracy and the rule of law, equality under the law, equality of men and women, equality of opportunity and peacefulness. They also include a spirit of egalitarianism that embraces fair play, mutual respect, tolerance, compassion for those in need and pursuit of the public good.

It is also important to understand that English is the national language and is an important unifying element of Australian society.

These values provide the basis for Australia’s free and democratic society. They include:

  • respect for the equal worth, dignity and freedom of the individual

  • freedom of speech

  • freedom of religion and secular government

  • freedom of association

  • support for parliamentary democracy and the rule of law

  • equality under the law

  • equality of men and women

  • equality of opportunity

  • peacefulness

  • a spirit of egalitarianism that embraces tolerance, mutual respect and compassion for those in need.

There is a strong community spirit in Australia and Australians seek to enhance and improve the society in which they live.  Many Australians contribute to the community in their daily lives. They may demonstrate this through caring for the environment, lending a hand and working together in times of need in pursuit of the public good.

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Australia has a strong tradition of ‘mateship’, where people provide help to others voluntarily, especially those in difficulty. A mate is often a friend but can also be a spouse, partner, brother, sister, daughter or son.  A mate can also be a total stranger. There is also a strong tradition of community service and volunteering.

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The values outlined above have been promoted and discussed by Australians over many years. They have helped Australia to welcome and integrate successfully millions of people from many ethnic groups and cultural traditions.

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Australia’s cultural diversity is a strength which makes for a dynamic society. Within the framework of Australia’s laws, all Australians have the right to express their culture and beliefs.

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But at the same time, all Australians are asked to make an overriding commitment to Australia – its laws, its values and its people.”

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Intending students are encouraged to read the full version of the booklet – it will make it a lot easier for you when you apply for the relevant visa to study in Australia.  The booklet is available online at https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/support-subsite/files/life-in-australia/life-in-australia.pdf.   The booklet has also been translated into numerous languages to make it easier for intending visitors and students to Australia to read and understand.  The booklet is well worth reading if you are considering Australia as a study destination as it gives an invaluable insight into life in Australia which can be quite different from the life you are used to in your home country.  Intending overseas students should note that there is a “Values Statement” which the Australian Department of Home Affairs (or its successors) may require you to sign prior to the issue of a visa.

Steps to Enrol

Students should download and carefully read the document titled 'Steps to Enrol' to make sure they follow the correct procedure for enrolling with our Colleges.

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Unique Student Identifier

What is a Unique Student Identifier (USI)?

In Australia, every student must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).   A USI is your individual education number for any course you undertake in Australia.   It also gives you a comprehensive online record of your vocational education and training (VET) undertaken in Australia. 

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If you're at university, TAFE or doing other nationally recognised training, you need a USI.  Without one, you can't get your qualification or statement of attainment.

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There are four steps to  having a USI.  These are:

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  1. Create a USI

  2. Keep a record of your number

  3. Enrol with a provider

  4. Access your VET transcript

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Click on the link for Unique Student Identifier in the Information Links tab on our website to find our more information about USI's.

Recognition of prior learning and course credit

Students or prospective students may apply for course credit (which is also referred to as recognition of prior learning). To apply, a written application needs to be made to the College with supporting evidence.

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For more information about how to lodge an application for course credit, please read our Course credit policy.

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If your application for course credit is granted, it may affect your course duration and, as a consequence, your student visa. If you have any questions about your student visa, you should visit the Australian immigration website at the Department of Home Affairs..

Experience Gained

As a participant works through the RPL process, the following questions are addressed:

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  • What experience has been gained that has developed the knowledge and skills of the participant?

  • Which aspects of that experience are relevant to the assessment criteria of the course?

  • How can the participant prove that the assessment criteria can be met?

  • What evidence can be presented?

Evidence

Any evidence that can be provided as proof should be submitted as part of the RPL application. It can include:

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  • Examples of one-to-one training in the workplace

  • Written feedback from clients or employees

  • Written reports on workplace assessment

  • Brief details of projects worked on in relation to training

  • Examples of promotion of training

  • Written evidence of ongoing work

  • Performance appraisal reports that relate to training or assessment

  • Performance awards

  • Courses or training programs relevant to the competencies completed successfully work reports

  • Testimonials

  • Documentation relating to courses attended

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Participants should consider the experience gained in each of the three categories listed below:

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  • Work experience including paid and unpaid, full-time and part-time

  • Education and Training including accredited and informal, training gained through work

  • Life Experience including leisure, recreation and hobbies

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All information should be documented and participants should be able to verify that any documents submitted are their own. This may require supporting documentation from another person. Any experience that has enabled the participant to develop knowledge and skills which relate to the assessment criteria should be considered, as it could be relevant to the application.

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What matters is whether the knowledge and skills gained help meet the assessment criteria, not where or how they were gained.

Our Agents

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Inter-Continental Colleges Pty Ltd understands and acknowledges the important work performed by our Educational Agents for the benefit of international students.  We invite education consultants worldwide to become part of our network of representative agencies.  Our college offers highly progressive programs of exceptional quality so your clients will not be disappointed.  Join us in promoting education excellence!

 

At Inter-Continental Colleges Pty Ltd, we value our Agent representatives around the world and work closely with them in the student recruitment area.  We ensure that all enquiries from our representatives are promptly addressed and provide regular updates via email. Our goal is to establish a strong alliance with our representatives, delivering effective communication and reliable customer service for the mutual benefit of their agencies and our college.   We provide our Agents with the Australian Government's Agent's Code of Ethics so that our Agent colleagues understand our expectations from the outset and we can work closely together for the mutual benefit of both organisations.

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We invite you and/or your company to become a registered student recruitment agency for our Colleges.  To apply, please download and fill out the Agent Application Form below and send it back to us via email, fax or mail along with the necessary documents.  If you have any queries that you would like to discuss prior to completing the form, please feel free to ring us on +61 2 9791 6555 and we will be happy to have a chat.  Once you have submitted your Application Form, our marketing representative will contact you within 24-48 hours to confirm your application and process the Agent's Contract Agreement.

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We look forward to hearing from you.

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