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Refund PolicyThe ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate) Refund of Tuition Fees Policy is outlined in Section 14 of this form. Please ensure that you read and understand the conditions of this policy by signing in Section 24 – Declaration.

Please print clearly in English using BLOCK LETTERS. Tick boxes where appropriate.‘The applicant’ refers to the student applying for study. If the applicant is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must complete and sign this application form on behalf of the applicant.

1. Student DetailsFamily name:

Given name(s):

Date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY): Male Female Nationality:

Country of birth: Passport number:

City and country where the student visa application will be the lodged?

2. Parents’ or Legal Custodian’s DetailsFather’s family name: Mobile number:

Father’s given name(s): Email:

Will the child’s father be living in Australia?

Yes No

Primary visa applicant?

Yes No

Father’s passport number: Country of issue:

Visa subclass (3-digit number): Visa expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):

Mother’s family name: Mobile number:

Mother’s given name(s): Email:

Will the child’s mother be living in Australia?

Yes No

Primary visa applicant?

Yes No

Mother’s passport number: Country of issue:

Visa subclass (3-digit number ): Visa expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):

Residential address in Australia (no PO Box allowed):

Contact telephone: Fax: The ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to: Commonwealth Department of Home Affairs Minister for Education Commonwealth Department of Education OSHC Allianz Global Assistance

ACT Government Education Directorate2018 Application Form

Long Term Mainstream SchoolingCRICOS Registration Number: 00643J

Full address in home country (mandatory):

Home phone number:

3. Emergency Contact Persons’ DetailsFamily name: Contact number:

Given name(s): Email:


Family name: Contact number:

Given name(s): Email:


Parents/legal custodian are required to notify the registered provider of current contact details and changes to contact details and person to be contact in case of emergency while student is still studying in Australia. The IEU will notify the police and any other relevant agencies as soon as practicable if unable to contact the international student and there are concerns for the international student’s welfare.

4. Education DetailsWhat is the applicant’s level of competence in spoken English?

minimal below average average above average

What is the applicant’s level of competence in written English? minimal below average average above average

How many years have the applicant attended school? Primary school: years Secondary school: years

Name of the applicant’s last school:

Address of last school:

Please provide certified school reports and qualification for the applicant’s last academic school year. IELTS is not a prerequisite for admission into a Canberra Government School. International students English language proficiency and skills are assessed upon arrival and students are placed into the appropriate course.

The ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to: Commonwealth Department of Home Affairs Minister for Education Commonwealth Department of Education OSHC Allianz Global Assistance

5. Course PreferenceApplicant seeks admission to?

Kindergarten Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5

Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11

When does the applicant intend to commence studying in Australia? (Please refer to Section 28 for term dates)

Date: Month: Year:

When does the applicant intend to finish studying in Australia?

Date: Month: Year:

Note: Placement at any level is at the discretion of the ACT Government Education Directorate

Preferred school or location (List 3 schools in the applicant’s order of preference) See schools list at Section 26 and 27

1.

2.

3.

4. No preferred school - closest school to residential

address

What are the applicant’s future plans after completing school? University in Australia TAFE/CIT Return home University (other country) Private Not certain at this time

6. Special Circumstances and Relevant Previous Historya) Does the applicant have any disabilities, mental health or medical conditions?

Yes* No

*If Yes, please specify and provide details. Please attach any supporting medical documentation.

b) To your knowledge is there anything in the applicant’s history or circumstances (including medical history) which might pose a risk of any type to the applicant, other students, or staff at the school?

Yes* No

*If Yes, please provide a brief description of the applicant’s medical or other history.

c) Has the applicant had any past history of violent behaviour? Yes* No

*If Yes, please provide details:

Did this involve being suspended or expelled from any previous school? Yes* No

*If Yes, was this for (please tick relevant box): Actual violence to any person Threats of violence or intimidation of staff, students, or others at school Possession of a weapon or any item that may cause injury Illegal drugs

**Failure to disclose pre-existing conditions may result in cancellation of enrolment in Canberra Government Schools.


7. Accommodation and WelfareApplicants must nominate and select only one of the following accommodation and welfare

options. Note: Parents/legal custodian of students under 18 years of age who will not be residing with the applicant must nominate a responsible relative as guardian in Australia (A relative means a parent, spouse, brother or sister, grandparent, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew, step-parent/ grandparent/brother/sister/uncle/aunt/niece/nephew). The person nominated by a parent of the applicant must be aged at least 21 years of age and of good character and show this by providing a police clearance from the countries from which they have lived for more than 12 months in the past 10 years after the age of 16 and be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible to remain in Australia until the overseas students visa expires or the overseas student turns 18 years of age.

1. I nominate a Department of Home Affairs approved relative to provide accommodation, welfare and airport reception. If the applicant is applying for primary school, this option must be selected and the applicant must reside with a parent/legal custodian. The Directorate does not provide Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation/Welfare arrangement (CAAW).

If the Directorate becomes aware the overseas student is not being well looked after, the registered provider will contact Department of Home Affairs and other local agencies. The ACT Education Directorate requires the nominated guardian/legal custodian or eligible relative to meet with the IEU Manager shortly after course commencement.

2. I nominate a person over 21 years of age residing in the ACT to provide accommodation and airport reception. I request that the ACT Government Education Directorate approve these arrangements. The Directorate registers Department of Home Affairs non-approved relative/family friend in the ACT Government Family Friend and Relatives Program and provides CAAW. This option is only available for applicant over the age of 16.

3. I request that the ACT Government Education Directorate arrange accommodation, welfare and airport reception. Students will be placed in approved homestay accommodation. This option is only available for applicants over the age of 16. The Directorate provides CAAW.

Please note that in selecting this option, students must remain in ACT Government Accommodation until student turns 18 years old. Student turning or over 18 years old at the time of study commencement must remain in homestay for a minimum period of 6 months from arrival.

Student Full Name:

If option 1 or 2 is selected above, complete the following details:Name of relative/family friend: Relationship to student: If relative/family friend is an Australian visa holder, please provide visa subclass and Visa Grant Notice:

Visa expiry date:

Address in Canberra (no PO Box allowed): Postcode:

Home phone: Mobile phone: Email:

8. Airport Pickup (Arrival only on weekdays and at Canberra Airport) Does the applicant require airport pickup? Yes (this service is only available and must be chosen if

option 3 is selected) No (if option 1 or 2 is selected, please complete details

below)

Name: Residential address:

Mobile number: Relationship to student:


9. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)Has the applicant already arranged OSHC? Yes* No

*If Yes, please provide evidence (attach a copy of OSHC confirmation letter from the OSHC provider)

Name of provider: Expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):

10. Information SourceHow did the applicant first hear about Canberra Government Schools? (Tick one box only)

Friend or relative (home country) Friend or relative (Australia) Advertisement (home country) Advertisement (Australia) Internet Agent Other (please specify):

11. Important Information If the applicant is under 18 years of age, this application form will not be processed unless it is signed by the

parents/legal custodian. The application will not be processed until the application fee has been received. Completion and lodgement of this form does not necessarily guarantee the applicant a place in a Canberra

Government school.

12. Fees and Charges 2018Amount Payable with

Application Fee (non-refundable)

The application fee is valid for two offers only. Should additional offers be required, the application fee will be payable again

A$265 (GST inclusive) Initial application

Tuition and Administrative fee for Mainstream Schooling (based on one full academic year)

Years K-6 A$11,100* Acceptance of offer of place

Years 7-10 A$14,500* Acceptance of offer of place

Years 11-12 A$16,200* Acceptance of offer of place

*This fee covers school tuition plus Parental Voluntary Contribution, textbook hire and consumable charges. It does not include the costs of materials used by students to make items which they take away from the school, non-curriculum excursion costs, and the support and service fees that may be incurred by students with special needs.

Please note that late payment of tuition fees by returning students will incur a $640 surcharge (GST inclusive).

In Term four of each year, continuing students will receive an invoice from their school international coordinator for the following year’s tuition fees.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Allianz – average premium of between A$550 - $665/year (This fee is subject to change without notice.)

OSHC premium is not an ACT Government charge – To assist in reducing administrative burdens the Directorate may collect this fee. The Directorate has negotiated a sole provider arrangement with Allianz, which includes a commission payment to the Directorate. Students retain the right to choose their own insurance provider. For information on how to do this visit www.health.gov.au. OSHC must be purchased before a student visa is issued, and must cover the full length of the student visa.


http://www.health.gov.au/

Additional Fees (if applicable)Homestay Placement Fee A$210 (GST Inclusive) Payable before the student

arrives.Homestay Transfer Fee A$210 (GST Inclusive) Payable at each homestay

transfer.Full board Homestay with an Australian Family

Homestay is not available for students under 16 years of age.

A$300*/week (GST Inclusive) for students 16 years and over

Payable fortnightly in advance to Homestay family. Fee may be subject to change. Students will be notified in writing of any increase.

Airport Pickup Fee

Note: A minimum of 7 days advance notice is required for airport pickup service. Service is for Canberra Airport only and is not available on weekends or public holidays.

A$210 (GST Inclusive)

Payable before the student arrives.Non-refundable if service is requested not used.

International Baccalaureate – registration/examination fees (Optional)

A$2,200* (Approximately)

Payable in smaller amounts at the time of examinations to the program.

*These fees are current as of 23 October 2017, but may be subject to change without notice.

13. Payment Methods (No cash payments are accepted. All payments are to be made in Australian dollars only.)

Bank cheque / draft – payable to: ACT Government, Education and Training Directorate

Telegraphic Transfer – to the Directorate account. (Ask your bank to identify student’s name as paymentreference sent to the Westpac Banking Corporation. Please provide/attach proof of payment along withapplication form.)

Bank Name: Westpac Banking Corporation Branch Address: ACT Government Banking, Level 11/15 London Circuit, Canberra ACT 2601 Account Name: ACT Education and Training Directorate BSB: 032 - 777 Account Number: 000065 SWIFT Code: WPACAU2S

Credit Card – Fill in your card details below:

Student name:

Amount to be deducted: A$

Card type (please tick): Visa Mastercard

Card number: Expiry date (MM/YYYY):

Cardholder’s family name:

Given name(s):

Cardholder’s signature: Date (DD/MM/YYYY):


14. Refund of Tuition Fees Policy


Student Default1. The Directorate will refund all course fees if an application for a student visa is unsuccessful.The Manager, International Education Unit (IEU), should be informed in writing by the applicant if a visa application has been denied. The letter of rejection from the Australian Home Affairs must be included with the advice.

2. The Directorate must be advised in writing by the applicant of any decision to change the study arrangements in any ACT Government school.

3. The ACT Government Education Directorate will approve a refund of tuition fees when written evidence is provided that states:

arrangements have changed before the student visa is granted. family illness makes travel to Australia impossible. The issuing Department of Home Affairs office

must be advised that the visa should be cancelled and evidence of the cancellation must be provided to the ACT Government Education Directorate.

post arrival in Australia, the applicant is required to return to home country due to illness or other compelling circumstances. The issuing Department of Home Affairs office must be advised that the visa should be cancelled and evidence of the cancellation must be provided to the ACT Government Education Directorate.

post arrival in Australia the applicant is granted Australian Permanent Residency. after commencing study, the applicant has failed to transition successfully within the first academic

school term (10 weeks) after arrival. All mediation processes will have been exhausted and the final decision will be made by the ACT Government Education Directorate.

4. A request for a refund must be in writing, addressed to the Manager, International Education Unit (IEU), ACT Government Education Directorate, 51 Fremantle Drive, Stirling, ACT 2611. The ACT Government Education Directorate will refund the balance of fees owing within 28 days of receiving a written claim from the applicant or the person who paid tuition fees on behalf of any applicant under the age of 18 years.

5. For continuing students who elect not to complete a course in which they have enrolled, a refund is dependent on when advice of withdrawal from the course is received:

If written advice is received before 9am on the first day of the academic school term, 90% of the unused portion of the tuition fees will be refunded.

If written advice is received on or after the first day of the academic school term and before 5pm on the Friday of week four of the academic school term, 50% of the unused portion of the tuition fees will be refunded.

If written advice is received after 5pm on Friday of week four of the academic school term no refund is available.

Please note, there are four academic school terms per year and each is ten weeks in length.

6. Tuition fees are not refundable when the student’s enrolment is cancelled due to breaches of student visa requirements as imposed by the Australian government. This includes attendance falling below 90%, academic performance falling below the course requirements and non compliance with welfare conditions. Tuition fees are not refundable when the student’s enrolment is cancelled due to non compliance with the Terms and Conditions outlined in this offer letter.

7. The ACT Government Education Directorate is required to advise Department of Home Affairs of changes to all study programs. Withdrawal of an application may result in changes to the entitlement to enter or remain in Australia.

8. All fees must be paid in Australian dollars. Refunds will be reimbursed in Australian dollars in the form of Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). Please be advised that this process may take up to six weeks as it has to be processed by ACT Government Shared Services Finance.

Provider Default9. The ACT Government Education Directorate will approve a refund of course fees in the event of

default as legislated in the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 (the National Code) https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2017L01182

10. Provider default occurs where the ACT Government Education Directorate fails to provide a course or ceases to provide a course to a student. In the unlikely event of provider default, the ACT Government Education Directorate will arrange a place in an alternative course for the student at no cost to the student or provide a full refund of course fees. This will be finalised within 14 days after the default day and accepted in writing by the student.

11. The ACT Government Education Directorate’s Refund of Tuition Fees Policy does not remove the right to take further action under Australian consumer protection laws nor does the ACT Government Education Directorate’s dispute resolution process remove the applicant’s right to pursue other legal avenues.


https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2017L01182

15. DisclaimerExpectations of the ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate)

Canberra Government Schools will: Provide the applicant with the same level of instruction and educational services as provided to domestic students enrolled in mainstream studies at the same school enrolled at the same year level. Introduce the applicant to the school community. Provide a bridging or an orientation program for the applicant. Monitor the welfare of the applicant and provide counselling and ongoing support while the applicant is enrolled at the school. Provide two written school reports per year and send to parent(s) or guardian via agent if applicable. Appoint a qualified staff member as student coordinator to oversee the provision of student services and to attend to student pastoral care. Provide English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) support for the applicant at the school. Pay commission to the agent contracted with the Directorate. Receive commission from health service providers for the processing of students Overseas Student Health Cover fees. Provide applicant with a written agreement outlining student full course of studies.

Expectations of parents Parents must: Ensure the applicant obtains a valid passport and the appropriate student visa for entry into Australia for the

full length of study. Ensure requirements are met for appropriate accommodation and welfare arrangements for the applicant

under 18 years of age. Pay for the applicant’s return airfares and living expenses whilst undertaking studies in Australia. Pay the required tuition fees when an offer of placement is made and fees owing on receipt of invoice. Notify both the school that the applicant is enrolled in and the Directorate immediately if the applicant’s studies

are terminated or there are any changes to the applicant’s visa status. If acting as the applicant’s guardian in Australia, reside at all times with the applicant in Canberra for the full

length of the applicant’s enrolment period or until the applicant turns 18 years of age. Ensure the applicant resides at the nominated residence and/or the Directorate approved/arranged homestay

and notify the school and the Directorate in writing, within 3 days, of any changes to the applicant’s address or contact details.

Students and parents must attend an annual Parent Interview conducted by the ACT Government Education Directorate either in Canberra or their home country.

Expectations of studentsThe Student: Students are required to abide by their school’s Code of Conduct and the ACT Government Education

and Training Directorate Guidelines for Students on Student Visa Subclass 500 whilst enrolled in any Canberra Government School.

Students must comply with all Department of Home Affairs visa conditions and not engage in any activity that may endanger the safety of themselves or any other person or that could lead to police charges. Misbehaviour includes repeated breaches of the school’s Code of Conduct or repeated disregard of school and/or homestay standards of expected behaviour.

Such behaviour may constitute grounds for immediate suspension/cancellation of enrolment. Students are also expected to maintain satisfactory course progress and attendance (a minimum of 80%) as

required by their education provider.

No obligationThe ACT Government Education Directorate does not represent or guarantee that the student will: be accepted for enrolment at a preferred school. successfully complete studies undertaken. successfully complete ACT Year 10 or the ACT Senior Secondary Certificate. gain entry into a higher or tertiary institution.

16. Terms and Conditions

The applicant declares that all information provided with this application form and attachments to the form is true and that the applicant has read understood and agreed to be bound by the attached terms and conditions.

The applicant declares that details regarding all medical conditions and behaviour issues of the applicant have been disclosed.


https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/stud/more/visa-conditions/visa-conditions-students

https://www.education.act.gov.au/school_education/international_students/international_students_and_parents


The applicant agrees that the provision of false or misleading information may result in the cancellation of enrolment.

The applicant agrees that if the applicant is accepted for enrolment in mainstream studies at a Canberra Government School, the applicant must comply with the terms and conditions of enrolment.

The applicant authorises the ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate) to make appropriate arrangements or to monitor the applicant’s accommodation, support and general welfare whilst in Canberra.

Please be advised, should the ACT Government Education Directorate have the welfare responsibility for your child in either an ACT Government Homestay arrangement or residing with an approved family friend or relatives. It is mandatory that the student resides in Homestay from the first night of their arrival in Australia.

All students, for whom the Directorate assumes the Confirmation of Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW), must return to home country before the 24 December and return to Canberra not more than 7 days before the commencement of the following academic school year. Any queries regarding this process should be directed to [email protected].

Students for whom the ACT Government Education Directorate issues the CAAW, may not enter Australia prior to 7 days before course commencement unless accompanied by parents or legal custodians and must notify IEU of their arrival date. Please note that in such cases, students will not receive the initial arrival orientation information.

Student cannot access homestay accommodation before 7 days prior to commencement of first day of the agreed offered study period.

The applicant agrees to report to the Directorate any issues concerning the applicant’s schooling, homestay and general well being.

The applicant agrees to comply with the ACT Government guidelines for participants in the homestay program for International Fee Paying Students and will remain in the homestay arranged for the applicant by the Directorate until the applicant fulfils the requirements for moving into independent accommodation.

The applicant and/or parents/legal custodian agrees to inform the Directorate of any change of residential address in Australia or in home country within 3 days of doing so.

The applicant agrees to attend school in accordance with the Department of Home Affairs student visa regulations and comply with all student visa conditions and the applicant understands that if they fail to comply with any visa conditions the Directorate will report the applicant to Australian Department of Education and the Department of Home Affairs and the applicant’s student visa may be terminated. The applicant must comply with all Terms and conditions as outlined in the letter of offer.

Consent is given for the applicant to: attend and participate in school activities, including excursions and trips arranged by the school, and in the event of emergency, using ambulance transportation and/or receiving such medical or surgical treatment

as may be deemed necessary by medical practitioner(s). The applicant is responsible for any costs incurred in providing medical treatment and associated services for

the applicant. The applicant agrees that, if there is any difference in meaning of the provision of English version and/or any

translated version of this form or any other of the Directorate’s official documents, or the terms and conditions outlined in the offer of place, the English version is to prevail.

The applicant consents for the Directorate to obtain student Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) from Department of Home Affairs.

17. Visa breaches-issuing a Notice of Intention to Report for Non-Compliance

Students who are found to be in breach of their student visa conditions or conditions of enrolment will be issued with a letter titled ‘Notice of Intention to Report’ to the Department of Home Affairs for non-compliance with visa conditions and course requirements.

The notice explains the visa breach, actions undertaken and intervention strategies employed by the ACT Government Education Directorate to assist the student to comply with their student visa conditions.

The notice also explains the ACT Government Education Directorate’s intention to report the visa breach to Department of Home Affairs.

Students have a right to appeal the Notice of Intention to Report for non-compliance within 20 working days from the date of issue.

18. Student Deferral

A student may apply to the Directorate to defer their course of study in compassionate or compelling circumstances. Examples of such circumstances could include: serious illness, injury or trauma, bereavement of close family members, major political upheaval or natural disaster in the home country.

The Directorate will consider the impact on the student’s capacity and/or ability to progress through their course of study.

The deferral application should include evidence of the circumstances and be made in writing to:

Manager


mailto:[email protected]

International Education UnitACT Government Education Directorate51 Fremantle Drive Stirling ACT 2611 Australia

Please note that deferral of studies is for a maximum of six months and cannot be approved retrospectively. Deferral of studies may also impact on his/her student’s visa for study in Australia.

19. Suspension or Cancellation of Student Enrolment

Student enrolment may be suspended or cancelled: if tuition fees are not paid by the specified date on the invoice. if a student is found to breach Department of Home Affairs visa conditions. Examples of visa breaches include: student attendance is less than 80 per cent of scheduled hours student fails to meet course progress requirements student fails to adhere to school’s Code of Conduct and the ACT Government Education and Training

Directorate Guidelines for Students on Student Visa Subclass 500. Suspension or cancellation of enrolment may also impact on his/her student’s visa for study in Australia.

20. Appealing a Notice of Intention to Report for Non-Compliance

Students have the right of appeal and will be advised in writing of their appeal options. Students may be accompanied and assisted by a support person at any relevant appeal meetings.

Internal appeals must be lodged in writing via letter or email within ten working days of the internal appeal decision to:

DirectorInternational EducationACT Government Education DirectorateGPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601, [email protected]

The ACT Government Education Directorate will commence a review of the appeal through an internal appeals panel within ten working days of receipt of a written appeal.

Appellants will be provided with a written statement of the outcome of their internal appeal, including details and reasons for the decision within ten working days of the appeal panel meeting.

If students are unsuccessful with the internal appeals process they may lodge a further external appeal with the ACT Ombudsman to have their case heard at no cost. External appeals can be lodged online at http://www.ombudsman.act.gov.au/making-a-complaint or in writing within ten working days of receiving the internal appeal decision to:

ACT OmbudsmanGPO Box 442Canberra ACT 2601Australia

The ACT Ombudsman will advise the student of the outcome of their external appeal once a decision is made and implement any decision and/or corrective action as required.

Students who are unsuccessful with their internal appeal and who do not lodge a further external appeal within the specified time period will be reported to Department of Home Affairs for a breach of visa conditions.

21. General Complaints and Appeals Procedure

If the applicant has any complaint(s) about the conditions set out by the ACT Government Education Directorate (the Directorate) or the service provided by the Directorate, attempts should be made to resolve the problem with the International Education Unit (IEU) before lodging the complaint. Complaint(s) must initially be made in writing and sent to the Manager International Education Unit, GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601.

If the complaint is not resolved to the satisfaction of the student or parent, a copy of the written complaint together with the reasons for the applicant’s dissatisfaction with the outcome may be forwarded to the Director,


http://www.ombudsman.act.gov.au/making-a-complaint

http://www.ombudsman.act.gov.au/making-a-complaint




Learning and Teaching, GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601 for an internal review or appeal. Following any review, the Director will advise the applicant in writing of the review/appeal’s decision including the reason(s) for the decision. If the applicant is not satisfied with the solution arising from this process, the applicant may request an external appeal or review which is carried out through an independent body. The applicant will be provided with additional information as required.

This agreement does not remove the student’s or parent’s right to take further action under Australia’s consumer protection laws or to pursue other legal remedies.

22. Enrolment Procedures

To enrol in the ACT Government Education Directorate International Fee Paying Students Program, please follow the 3 steps below:1. Complete this application form. Send this form, student’s passport, certified copies of school reports and qualifications with the application fee to the address shown in section 25 of this form.

2. If the application is successful, an Offer of Place will be sent. To accept, return the signed Offer of Place and Welfare Consent with full fees and charges 90 days before study commencement. An official certificate of Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and receipt for payments received (including Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of the student visa) will be sent.

3. When the applicant receives the CoE, the applicant is able to apply for a student visa through Australia’s diplomatic mission in their home country. Information about other requirements is available from the diplomatic mission.

23. Checklist

Have you attached the following documents to this application? Please do NOT provide original documents.

Copy of the applicant’s passport Copies of the applicant’s school reports and qualifications for the last academic school year attended Copy of nominated relative/family friend’s Visa Grant Notice (if applicable – refer to Section 7.2) Evidence of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (if privately arranged) One passport-sized recent photograph Non-refundable application fee of A$265 (GST Inclusive) in bank cheque, or telegraphic transfer, or

credit card payment (please provide proof of payment)

24. DeclarationThe applicant has read and understood the Fees and Charges (12), Refund of Tuition Fees Policy (14), the Disclaimer (15), the Terms & Conditions (16) and the General Complaints and Appeal Procedure (21).Applicant’s name:

Signature: Date (DD/MM/YYYY):

Parent/guardian’s name:

Signature: Date (DD/MM/YYYY):

25. Correspondence (all correspondence and enquiries should be addressed to)

ACT Government Education DirectorateInternational Education Unit51 Fremantle Drive Stirling ACT 2611AUSTRALIA

Telephone: +61 2 6205 9178Email: [email protected]

Agent / Representative information



This application form is also available at www.education.act.gov.au

26. Snap Shot of Canberra Government SchoolsSecondary Colleges

Canberra College(Years 11 & 12)www.canberrac.act.edu.au

Gungahlin College(Years 11 & 12)www.gungahlincollege.act.edu.au

Melba Copland Secondary School(Years 11 & 12)www.mcss.act.edu.au

Dickson College(Years 11 & 12)www.dicksonc.act.edu.au

Hawker College(Years 11 & 12)www.hawkerc.act.edu.au

Narrabundah College(Years 11 & 12)www.narrabundahc.act.edu.au

Erindale College(Years 11 & 12)www.erindalec.act.edu.au

Lake Tuggeranong College(Years 11 & 12)www.ltc.act.edu.au

UC Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra

(Years 11 & 12)www.lakeonline.act.edu.au

High SchoolsAlfred Deakin High School (Years 7-10)www.adhs.act.edu.au

Caroline Chisholm School(Years P-10)www.chisholm.act.edu.au

Melba Copland Secondary School (Years 7 – 10)www.mcss.act.edu.au

Amaroo School (Years P – 10)www. amaroo s.act.edu.au

Gold Creek High School (Years 7 – 10)www. goldcreek .act.edu.au

Melrose High School (Years 7 – 10)www. melrose hs.act.edu.au

Belconnen High School (Years 7 – 10)www.blch.act.edu.au

Harrison School (Years P – 10)www. harrison .act.edu.au

Namadgi School(Years 7 -10)http://www.namadgi.act.edu.au/

Calwell High School (Years 7 – 10)www. calwell hs.act.edu.au

Kingsford Smith School (Years P-10)www.kss.act.edu.au

Stromlo High School (Years 7 – 10)www. stromlo hs.act.edu.au

Campbell High School (Years 7 – 10)www. campbell hs.act.edu.au

Lanyon High School(Years 7 – 10)http://www.lanyonhs.act.edu.au/

Telopea Park School (Years P – 10)www. telopea .act.edu.au

Canberra High School (Years 7 – 10)www. canberra hs.act.edu.au

Lyneham High School (Years 7 – 10)www. lyneham hs.act.edu.au

Wanniassa School (Years P – 10)www.wans.act.edu.au

UC High School Kaleen (Years 7 – 10)www. kaleen hs.act.edu.au


http://www.kaleenhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.wans.act.edu.au/

http://www.lynehamhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.canberrahs.act.edu.au/

http://www.telopea.act.edu.au/

http://www.lanyonhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.campbellhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.stromlohs.act.edu.au/

http://www.kss.act.edu.au/

http://www.calwellhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.namadgi.act.edu.au/

http://www.harrison.act.edu.au/

http://www.blch.act.edu.au/

http://www.melrosehs.act.edu.au/

http://www.goldcreek.act.edu.au/

http://www.amaroos.act.edu.au/

http://www.mcss.act.edu.au/

http://www.chisholm.act.edu.au/

http://www.adhs.act.edu.au/

http://www.lakeonline.act.edu.au/

http://www.ltc.act.edu.au/

http://www.erindalec.act.edu.au/

http://www.narrabundahc.act.edu.au/

http://www.hawkerc.act.edu.au/

http://www.dicksonc.act.edu.au/

http://www.mcss.act.edu.au/

http://www.gungahlincollege.act.edu.au/

http://www.canberrac.act.edu.au/

http://www.education.act.gov.au/

27. Snap Shot of Canberra Government Schools (continue)

Ainslie Primary School

Amaroo School

Aranda Primary School

Arawang Primary School

Bonner Primary School

Bonython Primary School

Calwell Primary School

Campbell Primary School

Caroline Chisholm School

Chapman Primary School

Charles Conder Primary School

Charnwood - Dunlop School

Curtin Primary School

Duffy Primary School

Evatt Primary School

Fadden Primary School

Primary and Early Farrer Primary School

Florey Primary School

Forrest Primary School

Franklin Early Childhood School

Fraser Primary School

Garran Primary School

Gilmore Primary School

Giralang Primary School

Gold Creek School

Gordon Primary School

Gowrie Primary School

Harrison School

Hawker Primary School

Hughes Primary School

Isabella Plains Early Childhood

Kaleen Primary School

Childhood SchoolsKingsford Smith School

Latham Primary School

Lyneham Primary School

Lyons Early Childhood School

Macgregor Primary School

Macquarie Primary School

Majura Primary School

Maribyrnong Primary School

Mawson Primary School

Miles Franklin Primary School

Monash Primary School

Mount Rogers Primary School

Namadgi School

Narrabundah Early Childhood

Neville Bonner Primary School

Ngunnawal Primary School

North Ainslie Primary School

O’Connor Cooperative School

Palmerston District Primary

School

Red Hill Primary School

Richardson Primary School

Southern Cross Early

Childhood School

Taylor Primary School

Telopea Park School

Theodore Primary School

Torrens Primary School

Turner School

Wanniassa Hills Primary School

Wanniassa School

Weetangera Primary School

Yarralumla Primary School

28. Term Dates and Public Holidays in Canberra

2018

Term 1Monday 5 February -

Friday 13 April

Term 2Monday 30 April - Friday 6 July

Term 3Monday 23 July -

Friday 28 September

Term 4Monday 15 October -Friday 21 December

Public Holidays (Please note airport pickup service is not available on these dates)

Monday 01 January Friday 26 JanuaryMonday 12 MarchFriday 30 MarchSaturday 31 MarchMonday 02 April

- New Year’s Day - Australia Day - Canberra Day - Good Friday - Easter Saturday - Easter Monday

Wednesday 25 April Monday 28 May Monday 11 June Monday 01 OctoberTuesday 25 December Tuesday 26 December

- ANZAC Day- Reconciliation Day- Queen’s Birthday- Labour Day- Christmas Day- Boxing Day

2019Term 1

Monday 04 February -Friday 12 April

Term 2Monday 29 April -

Friday 05 July

Term 3Monday 22 July -

Friday 27 September

Term 4Monday 14 October -Friday 16 December


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