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2016 International

Student Programs

GeelongGeelong is Victoria’s second largest city located on the shores of beautiful Corio Bay – only 55 minutes by car or train from Melbourne on the southwest coast.

Geelong is a vibrant university town offering international students a friendly, safe and enjoyable lifestyle. The city has exceptional facilities for its student population including an affordable cost of living, central and suburban shopping areas, restaurants catering to all budgets, and world-class cultural, recreational and sporting events.

The Geelong region is also the gateway to some of Victoria’s spectacular natural attractions such as the Great Ocean Road and bushland with kangaroos. With blue skies and world famous beaches, Geelong provides an authentic Australian experience.

International students will enjoy the city’s vibrant waterfront area, cinemas and theatres as well as local galleries and libraries conveniently located within a 15-minute walk from The Gordon’s City Campus.

Geelong enjoys relatively moderate weather throughout the year. Winter (June – August) is cool with an average temperature of 13 degrees (Celsius), while summer (December – February) is warm with an average temperature of 25 degrees.

Geelong has everything you need to make your Australian study experience enjoyable.

The GordonEstablished in 1887, The Gordon is one of Australia’s largest regional TAFE institutes, and is renowned for providing quality education which delivers real results.

We excel at hands-on learning and take pride in our graduates being work-ready. In fact, our graduates achieve a higher employment rate than the Geelong average.

Our international students gain real skills and experience that can lead to an exciting and rewarding career. We work closely with many employers in the region to provide work experience and networking opportunities for students.

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS)General English coursesOur General English course is designed to improve English fluency and language skills in a wide variety of situations. This course is divided into three levels – Elementary, Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate. Students have their English language level tested on the first day of class to ensure they are placed in the most appropriate level.

English for Academic Purposes coursesStrong English language skills are essential for success in all Gordon courses. Our English for Academic Purposes course provides the opportunity to improve English language proficiency in preparation for further study in Australia. This course is delivered at two levels: Upper-Intermediate and Advanced.

English for visitors and touristsFull–time and part–time English programs designed for tourists and non–student visa holders are also offered. These programs are a great way to learn English for work or travel while you explore Geelong and the surrounding regions.

ELICOS start dates2016 18 Jan, 22 Feb, 11 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 15 Aug, 3 Oct, 7 Nov

2017 23 Jan, 27 Feb, 18 Apr, 22 May, 17 Jul, 21 Aug, 9 Oct, 13 Nov

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Lila – Brazil“I came to Australia with an important aim: to improve my English and I achieved it but more than that I had the opportunity to meet new friends from a lot of countries. All of us, (teachers and students) had a really nice chance to learn more about each culture, people and manners.

Learning English at The Gordon was a great experience for me, because I learned more than grammar, listening, reading and speaking. This changed my understanding about life in this lucky country . Also as I had the opportunity to know more about different cultures, I can live wherever I want in the future.”

Lila M Calle, ELICOS

Course Name Volume of Learning Start Date/Intake

Additional Entry Requirements

Campus 1 Annual Tuition fee AUD$ 2

Annual Equipment Cost AUD$ 3Attendance

WeeksTerm break Weeks

Work Placement

Total Weeks

ADVANCED DESIGN AND BUILDING

Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 2268VIC 92 34 0 126 Feb - East 11,000 950

Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration MSF50213 59 13 0 72 Feb - East 11,000 1,200

Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50210 59 13 0 72 Feb - East 11,000 1,100

Certificate II in Building and Construction (Carpentry - Pre apprenticeship) 22216VIC

19 2 0 21 Feb and Jul - East 5,500 630

Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22138VIC 19 2 0 21 Feb and Jul - East 5,500 695

AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE AND CONSERVATION

Certificate III in Horticulture AHC31410 36 6 0 42 Feb - East 11,000 960

Certificate IV in Horticulture AHC40410 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert III in Horticulture

East 11,000 960

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management AHC40910 34 6 2 42 Feb - East 11,000 1,100

Diploma of Conservation and Land Management AHC51110 68 22 4 94 Feb - East 11,000 250

ART AND DESIGN

Diploma of Graphic Design CUV50311 56 16 0 72 Feb Folio City 11,000 1,310

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design CUV60411* 68 12 4 84 Feb Folio City 11,000 1,310

BUSINESS AND TRAINING

Certificate IV in Accounting FNS50210 ~ 19 2 0 21 Feb - City 5,500 580

Diploma of Accounting FNS60210 ~ 19 2 0 21 Jul Cert IV in Accounting

City 5,500 660

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Diploma of Community Services Work CHC50612 72 12 10 94 Feb IELTS 6.0 City 11,000 1,000

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50113 74 12 8 94 Feb IELTS 6.0 City 11,000 1,000

COOKERY – THE GORDON CULINARY SCHOOL

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30813 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul - City 11,000 1,460

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery SIT40413 18 7 0 25 Feb and Jul Cert III in Commercial Cookery

City 5,500 830

Certificate IV in Patisserie SIT40713 18 7 0 25 Feb and Jul Cert IV in Commercial Cookery

City 5,500 500

Entry requirementsTo enrol in The Gordon's certificate, diploma, or advanced diploma courses, you require:

• Successful completion of Year 12 or its equivalent; or

• Successful completion of Year 11 or its equivalent (for some certificate level courses); or

• Mature–aged applicants over the age of 20, who have been out of full-time secondary education for at least 12 months, and have relevant work experience.

• IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score below 5.0 or its equivalent; or

• The Gordon Upper–Intermediate English Certificate; or

• Evidence that English is the language of instruction for at least five years of previous studies

• To be aged 18 years or over at the time of enrolment

Additional requirements may apply for some courses.

Pathways and credit transfer to Australian universitiesThe Gordon has established Credit Transfer arrangements within Australia. These arrangements can reduce the amount of study time normally required to complete a degree by up to 18 months. On successful completion of a Gordon qualification and subject to the university rules and regulations, Gordon graduates can apply to study a related degree program at Australian universities.

In particular, The Gordon has established excellent guaranteed pathway programs into Deakin University with students able to gain credit for their studies at The Gordon. Information on Deakin University courses can be found at www.deakin.edu.au/study-at-deakin/apply-credit-for-prior-learning

Joint letter of offer with Deakin UniversityJoint Letter of Offers might be available for some courses, please contact The Gordon International for details.

Courses in 2016

Course Name Volume of Learning Start Date/Intake

Additional Entry Requirements

Campus 1 Annual Tuition fee AUD$ 2

Annual Equipment Cost AUD$ 3Attendance

WeeksTerm break Weeks

Work Placement

Total Weeks

ENGLISH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSES

English for Academic purposes (Upper–Intermediate or Advanced)

10 0 0 10 Multiple - City 3,000 per term

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General English (Elementary/ Pre-Intermediate/ Intermediate)

10 0 0 10 Multiple - City 3,000 per term

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HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY THERAPY AND MAKEUP

Certificate III in Hairdressing SIH30111 44 12 0 56 Feb - City 11,000 1,630

HEALTH AND SCIENCE

Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30212 11 3 6 20 Feb and Jul IELTS 6.0 City 5,500 580

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse) HLT51612 49 13 10 72 Feb and Jul IELTS 7.0 City 15,400 480

Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice HLT40312 36 6 0 42 Feb - East 11,000 1,100

Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert IV in Massage Therapy Practice

East 11,000 1,100

Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques MSL40109 36 6 0 42 Feb - City 11,000 420

Diploma of Laboratory Technology MSL50109 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert IV in Laboratory Techniques

City 11,000 300

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Certificate IV in Information Technology ICA40111 ~ 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul - East 11,000 960

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology ICA60111 ~ 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul Cert IV in Information Technology

East 11,000 600

Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering UEE60411 72 22 0 94 Feb and Jul - East 11,000 535

* Student enrols into a lower level qualification and graduates at the higher level listed.

1. Campus: City = Fenwick Street, Geelong. East = Boundary Road, East Geelong.2. Annual tuition fees are accurate at the time of printing. Courses for one year or less are actual fees.

For current fees, please refer to our website.

3. Annual equipment costs include textbooks, course equipment/materials, excursions, uniforms, printing, etc.

~ this course is subject to replacement.

Student services and facilitiesThe Gordon provides International students with the following free services:

• Homestay booking

• Airport welcome and transfer booking

• Health cover arrangement

• Orientation and enrolment

• 24 hour student help-line

• Careers advice and resume assistance

• Study support centre

• Library and internet facilities

• Complaints and appeals procedure

• Bookshops

• Cafeterias

• Student residence (on-campus accommodation)

• Prayer room

MigrationInformation on the skilled migration program is available from liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au.

How to apply?You can submit an online application to The Gordon International office or via an education agent.

Please visit our website for further details.

Living costsThe following table lists estimated expenses for one year based on 52 weeks for one person. The following example is intended as a guide only and will vary with your own needs and wants.

$AUD

Private share accommodation (shared by two) at $130 per week

$6,760

Utilities (gas, electricity and water) at $40 per week

$2,080

Public transport at $35 per week $1,820

Food and beverage at $80 per week $4,160

Entertainment/leisure at $40 per week $2,080

TOTAL $16,900

Additional costsPlease refer to the List of Courses table in this brochure for course fees and equipment costs.

Application/Enrolment fee Nil

Homestay arrangement service (20 weeks or more of study)

Homestay arrangement service (less than 20 weeks of study)

Nil

$285

Airport pickup service (20 weeks or more of study)

Airport pickup service (less than 20 weeks of study)

Nil

$285

Overseas student health cover - BUPA (single per annum) $530

Student amenities fee (per term) * $40

Additional course material feeSee each course for

details

* Student amenities fees contribute to the provision of the following student services: Counselling, Careers Resource Centre, Library and a wide range of student facilities.

Accommodation (AUD$ per week per person)

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Single full board (including meals)

$230 -

Twin share full board (including meals)

$200 -

Single half board (without meals)

-$125

(bond $500)

1. Homestay is arranged by a private organisation who specialise in providing accommodation placement services. Any personal student information given to this organisation by the Institute will remain strictly confidential.

2. Subject to availability.

Fees and charges

Vitor – Portugal“When I arrived in Australia in 2012 my communication skills were very basic. I enrolled in twenty weeks of English language classes and also began studying the Diploma of Building and Construction and a Diploma of Building Surveying. The course enabled me to familiarise myself with local laws and regulations, and prepared me to work in the Australian

construction industry. I was also able to further develop my interpersonal and leadership skills and develop some very close friendships.

Today I am working as a building supervisor and am tasked with managing all of the trades in multiple sites. Evidently, the skills and attributes that I learned at The Gordon have helped me. I started learning about the building industry when I was very young when I went to construction sites with my father during the school holidays, and now, in my thirties I am still continuing to learn and adapt to new situations and challenges.”

Vitor Catarino, ELICOS, Building & Construction and Building Surveying, 2012

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June 2015. The information contained in this brochure was accurate at the time of printing. As courses are constantly under review, details may change during the life of this brochure. Please refer to our website for current information. Various photographs courtesy of Geelong Otway Tourism.

Quality Training Guarantee

• The Gordon is a registered training provider. Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. CRICOS Provider No. 00011G

• Where a training product is replaced or is no longer ‘current’ within the training period, the learner will be offered the current or new training product within a mutually agreed time period. This symbol ~ indicates a course is subject to replacement and that the course code, title, units and content may change in 2016. Further information will be provided on the Gordon website, upon enrolment and or during the course of your training.

• This course list is aligned to The Gordon RTO Code 3044 scope of registration as listed on the national register and is correct as at the time of printing. The Gordon will not train or assess training products that are not specifically listed on the scope of registration.

• The Gordon does not guarantee the completion or workplace outcomes of any of its provided training and assessment.

• Some courses will use a mix of face-to-face, workplace and online learning strategies and resources.

• All testimonials and images have been used with the consent of their supplier.

The Gordon International

2 Fenwick St, Geelong

Victoria, Australia 3220

Contact Us

Ph: +61 3 5225 0920

Email: international@gordontafe.edu.au

Mail: Private Bag 1, Geelong Mail Centre

Victoria, Australia 3221

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