CURTIN
IN 2009/10
Pre-Departure Guide
Preparation Guide for
International Students 2009/10
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Welcome
to Curtin
Contents
international.curtin.edu.au/depart
Congratulations on being offered a place at Curtin
University of Technology. This guide will provide you with
the information you need to accept your offer, prepare
to leave home and begin your studies at Curtin. More
information can also be found on the Curtin website at
www.international.curtin.edu.au
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Pre-Departure Checklist
Accept Your Offer
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Important Terms
Country Assessment Levels
Conditions of Offer
Students Under 18 Years of Age
Submitted Documents
How to Make Payments
Fixed Term Deposits
Sending Living Expenses With Tuition Fees
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Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
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Who Are The Approved Providers?
When Does Membership Begin?
What Does My OSHC Cover?
How Long Can I Purchase OSHC For?
How Do I Get Help With My OSHC?
How Much Is It?
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Apply For Your Visa
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Passport Expiry Date
Visa Expiry Date
Visitor’s Visa to Student Visa
Transferring Students
Permanent Resident Status
Census Dates
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Book Your Airline Ticket
Airport Reception
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Airport Reception Service & Temporary Accommodation
How Do I Book Airport Reception?
How Do I Know If My Booking Has
Been Confirmed?
Temporary Accommodation
What Happens When I Get Off the Plane?
Spouse, Dependant or Family Member
What If My Flight Details Change?
Prepare to Leave Your Home Country
What to Bring
Quarantine Guide
Excess Baggage
Plan Your Finances
Establishment Costs
Sending Living Expenses from Overseas
Transferring Money to Perth
Living Expenses
Costs for School Aged Dependants
Suggested Weekly Budget
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Masters and PhD Students
School Fees Motor Vehicle Expenses
Incidental and Other Fees and Charges
Text and Reference Books
Parking Fees
Student Employment
Permission to Work
Tax File Number
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When You Arrive
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Experience Curtin
Keep in Contact
Driving in Perth
Public Transport
What Is a SmartRider Card?
Student Concession
Public Transport to and from Curtin
Key Bus Routes
Medical Services
Internet Access
Prep Week and Orientation
Your Enrolment
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International Student Services
Academic Support Curtin Student Guild
What You Need to Know
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Student Responsibilities
Health Sciences Students – Health Screenings
Change of Contact Details
Study Load
Approval to Reduce Study Load
Tuition Fees
Refund Agreement
Policies and Procedures
Privacy Act – Release of Academic
Results and Student Information
Students with Disabilities
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Sponsored Students (Non-AusAID)
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Who Is a Sponsored Student?
How to Apply as a Sponsored Student
Payment of Tuition Fees
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Once in Australia
On Arrival
Sponsorship Varications
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Important Dates/Academic Calendar
Important Contacts
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Pre-Departure Checklist
Accept Your Offer
Below is a tool to guide you through the steps of accepting your
offer and preparing to study at Curtin.
The first step in coming to study at Curtin is to accept the offer
outlined in your Letter of Offer.
Purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) pg 7
To accept your offer, you will need to complete and sign
the Acceptance of Offer form, provide a photocopy of
your passport details, pay a deposit on your tuition fees
and pay Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) fees in
advance. Before you accept your offer or pay your fees,
you must:
Return the signed Acceptance of Offer pg 5
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Meet all conditions on the Letter of Offer –
these must be met before payment is made,
disregarding the due date of the deposit.
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Find out your country Assessment Level
(see advice below).
1. Accept your offer pg 5
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Ensure all conditions on your offer are met pg 5
Pay deposit on your tuition fee pg 5
Provide a Pre-Visa Assessment (PVA) Approval
(for Assessment Level 3 and Level 4 countries only) pg 5
2. Apply for your student visa pg 9
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Receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) pg 9
Contact your nearest Australia High Commission/Embassy or Curtin overseas representative pg 9
Lodge an application for your student visa pg 9
3. Book your airline ticket pg 9
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Remember to arrive in Perth in time for Prep Week pg 20
4. Complete the airport reception form pg 11
As conditions apply, please check if you are eligible
5. Prepare to leave your home country pg 13
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If you are paying directly to the University, payment must
be made by bank draft or cheque addressed to Curtin
University of Technology, and sent to the University Fee
Centre, see page 6.
Upon payment of your deposit and the OSHC fee,
you will receive an eCoE document from the
International Office. This eCoE is required for your
student visa application.
Decide what to bring pg 12
Read about Australian Customs and Quarantine regulations pg 12
Plan your finances pg 15
Note: the University will only process OSHC payments
for OSHC Worldcare, Curtin’s preferred provider. See
page 7 for more information.
Read about what to expect when you arrive pg 19
Become familiar with Curtin’s regulations and procedures pg 23
6. Get informed about Curtin’s academic calendar pg 30
Payment of your deposit and the OSHC fee can be
made directly to the University or through a Curtin
overseas representative and should be accompanied
by the signed Acceptance of Offer. The University will
not be able to issue your Electronic Confirmation of
Enrolment (eCoE) document unless the acceptance of
offer is signed.
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Take note of Prep Week and O Week dates pg 30
Remember important academic dates pg 30
7. Get informed about services and facilities pg 19
Find out about what is available on and near the Bentley Campus pg 19
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Country Assessment Levels
Before paying your deposit and submitting your
Acceptance of Offer form, you should check with your
nearest Australian High Commission/Embassy or the
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
to see which Assessment Level your country falls
under. Please visit the DIAC website for a listing of
Assessment Levels at www.immi.gov.au/study/visas
subclasses_assessment.htm
Students from Assessment Levels 3 and 4 countries
(e.g. China and India) will be required to undergo a
Pre-Visa Assessment (PVA) before accepting their
offer and paying fees. These students will also need to
lodge evidence of the appropriate International English
Language Testing System (IELTS) score in order for a
student visa to be processed. Please DO NOT make
any payments until the PVA has been approved.
Once you have been advised that your PVA has been
successful, you will be required to pay the deposit
and OSHC fee to Curtin. You will also need to submit
your PVA letter, Acceptance Form and a copy of
your passport.You will then receive an Electronic
Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) document from
the International Office, which is required for student
visa application.
Conditions of Offer
Some students may have conditions listed on their
Letter of Offer. Payment of the deposit should NOT be
made until all conditions of the offer have been met.
For example, if you have a condition on your offer that
states “Evidence of completion of a course currently
being undertaken must be provided”, you should
not pay the deposit until you have provided evidence
of completion.
Important Terms
Letter of Offer
The letter of offer is your official notification that you
have been offered a place in a particular course at
Curtin. Please bring it with you to Curtin, as you will
not be able to enrol without your Letter of Offer.
Student Number
In your Letter of Offer you will be allocated a
student number that you should quote in ALL
correspondence with Curtin.
Signing the Acceptance of Offer shows that you
have read and fully understood the International
Student Refund Agreement, which is provided to
you with the Letter of Offer, see page 26.
Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE)
The Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) is
an important document that you will receive after
you have sent through your Acceptance of Offer.
You will need this document to apply for your visa.
Acceptance of Offer
The Acceptance of Offer accompanies the Letter of
Offer and should be completed, signed and returned to
Curtin with payment of your deposit and OSHC fees.
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Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Accept Your Offer (cont.)
If you have not met the conditions of your offer and
need to request an extension of payment, contact
Curtin or your overseas representative for advice.
Students Under 18 Years of Age
If you are under 18 years of age when you commence
your mainstream studies at Curtin, you will need to
nominate an approved carer before you can accept
your offer. You are also required to provide carer
information to the relevant Australian authorities
in order to obtain your student visa to enter
Australia. Your carer will have responsibility for your
welfare in Australia until you turn 18, after which
you are considered an adult by Australian law.
The International Office at Curtin will require you
to complete a Local Carer Form nominating your
carer arrangements. You will need to return the
Local Carer Form to the International Office in
order for your eCoE to be generated. The form can
be downloaded from the International Students
website www.international.curtin.edu.au/forms.cfm
You will also need to complete the carer
documentation required by the relevant Australian
authorities when you apply for your Australian student
visa. For further information about under 18 student
requirements, visit the Department of Immigration and
Citizenship (DIAC) website at www.immi.gov.au
Nominated carers, who are not DIAC approved blood
relatives, must provide evidence of a Working with
Children Check (WWC). See www.international.curtin.
edu.au/forms for more information.
Submitted Documents
Please be aware that supporting documentation
and certified documents submitted at the
time of application will be held on file and are
the property of Curtin. Please do not send
original documents. If you require a copy of any
submitted documents this may incur a fee.
How to Make Payments
Payment to the University can be made by sending
an overseas bank draft, made payable to:
University Fees Centre
Curtin University of Technology
GPO Box U1987
Perth, Western Australia 6845
Please allow enough time for the clearance of bank
drafts as some bank drafts can take up to eight weeks
to process.
Fixed Term Deposits
Inability to pay fees on time due to money being held
in a fixed term deposit account will not be accepted as
a reason for late payment.
Sending Living Expenses with Tuition Fees
International students should inform their
parents that living expenses should not be sent
with tuition fee payments, as the University
does not refund student living expenses.
Note: the documentation required for under 18
students can take up to six weeks and if the correct
documentation is not provided students will not be
able to enroll at Curtin.
The Australian Government requires international students to be
covered by health insurance for the length of their student visa.
What Does My OSHC Cover?
Students must purchase Overseas Student
Health Cover (OSHC) from a registered health
provider, approved by the Australian Government
Department of Health and Aged Care. You will
need to purchase OSHC to be granted a student
visa. OSHC must be paid before you come to
Australia in order to cover you when you arrive.
OSHC providers allow students to claim 100 percent
of the government set fee for a standard medical
consultation. OSHC does not cover dental treatment,
optical treatment or physiotherapy. It is strongly
recommended that students take out additional Private
Health Cover directly with their provider to cover these
services. OSHC Worldcare can provide you with an
‘extras’ product known as ‘StudentPlus’. You can
visit the OSHC Worldcare website or talk to an OSHC
Worldcare on campus representative to find out more
information about this product. It is important to note
that a qualifying period may apply for some services.
Students should be aware that if they renew their visa
offshore, or take a leave of absence from their studies
and a new visa is issued from abroad, they will again
be subject to a qualifying period for some services.
Who Are the Approved Providers?
There are four providers:
> OSHC Worldcare
www.oshcworldcare.com.au
> Medibank Private
www.medibank.com.au
> BUPA Overseas Student Health Cover
www.overseasstudenthealth.com
> Australian Health Management Group
www.oshc.com.au
Curtin will only process payments for OSHC
Worldcare. If students wish to use another
provider, they will need to make their own payment
arrangements and show evidence of payment to the
International Office and to immigration upon arrival for
visa application. For further information regarding all
OSHC Government-approved providers, visit
www.international.curtin.edu.au/visa
Students are advised to look into alternative OSHC
providers to find one that suits their budget and needs.
When Does the Membership Begin?
How Long Can I Purchase OSHC For?
It is a Curtin requirement that international students
pay program-length OSHC. Program-length OSHC
ensures that students will not have to pay any
premium increase for the length of their course,
subject to Goods & Services Tax (GST). Students will
be entitled to a refund of any outstanding balance
if they leave Australia prematurely, provided there
is at least one month before their health cover
expires. Premiums for program-length cover should
be paid when accepting an offer of a place.
How Do I Get Help with My OSHC?
OSHC will be activated from when you land in
Australia.
OSHC Worldcare has a representative on campus
located at Student Central (Building 100). This
representative is able to assist with any enquiry and
also process your claims of up to $100 in value.
Note: students with OSHC Worldcare as their health
provider – Your policy number is your student number
(as quoted on the Letter of Offer) followed by CU.
Get info:
Students from over 105 countries
Over 17,000 international students
– 8,800 of these are studying in
Australia
How Much Is It?
OSHC Worldcare Fees for 2009/2010 (AUD$)
Additional campuses located
in regional Australia, Malaysia,
Singapore and Sydney
Period of Authorised Stay in Australia
Single
6 months
$190
$380
Links with nearly 400 institutions in
over 40 countries
12 months
$380
$760
24 months
$722
$1,444
36 months
$1,077
$2,154
Student & Family
OSHC fees quoted in this guide are correct at time of printing, but may be subject to change.
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Apply for Your Visa
International students require a student visa to study in Australia.
The visa is:
> Entered into your passport or emailed to you if you
apply online and enables you to re-enter Australia
for the duration of your course.
> Issued for the duration of the course of study or
full duration of a study package. The fee for a
student visa application is AUD$450. This fee is
subject to change.
international.curtin.edu.au/visa
Contact a Curtin overseas representative or your
nearest Australian High Commission/Embassy to
lodge an application for your student visa.
There is some documentation which you will need to
present when lodging your application, visit
www.immi.gov.au/students/students/chooser
for more information.
If you are currently studying in an institution in
Australia (other than Curtin) and hold a student visa,
you will be required to obtain your eCoE document
for visa renewal or to apply for a new visa under a
different subclass. Staff at the International Office will
be able to assist you with this.
Passport Expiry Date
Students are advised to check their passport expiry
date before departure, as renewing a passport in
Australia can take some time.
Visa Expiry Date
If you return home during the semester break please
check the visa expiry date as stamped in your
passport. If you return home and your student visa
expires during this period you will need to apply for
an extension of your student visa from overseas
and this may delay your return to Australia.
Visitor’s Visa to Student Visa
Get info:
Perth city centre is just 12 kilometres
from the beach
Western Australia is the largest state
in Australia – over 2,500,000 square
kilometres
Population of Western Australia –
2,100,000
Perth has more hours of sunshine than
any other Australian capital
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2009 Census Dates
> Semester One/Research Term One:
31 March 2009
> Semester Two/Research Term Two:
31 August 2009
> Non-standard periods: refer to
www.students.curtin.edu.au/administration/
dates/index.cfm
2010 Census Dates
> Semester One/Research Term One:
31 March 2010
> Semester Two/Research Term Two:
31 August 2010
> Non-standard periods: refer to
www.students.curtin.edu.au/administration/
dates/index.cfm
Students who arrive on a visitor’s visa are not
permitted to study in a CRICOS (Commonwealth
Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas
Students) registered course at the University. Students
must hold a valid student visa to study at Curtin.
Please note that only students from Assessment Level
1 countries are allowed to transfer from a visitor’s
visa to a student visa while in Australia. Students
from Assessment Levels 2, 3 and 4 countries are
required to travel offshore before updating their visa.
Transferring Students
International students must complete at least six
calendar months of their primary course before
transferring to another institution. If a student visa
has been issued for two or more courses as part
of a package, the student must complete the first
course and six months of the principal course before
transferring to another institution. Students enrolled
at an Australian institution other than Curtin and who
wish to transfer to Curtin prior to completing their
first six months of study must obtain a release letter
from their current institution before withdrawing.
Permanent Resident Status
An international student who obtains permanent
resident status before the relevant census date
becomes eligible to apply for a Commonwealth
Supported place and must pay the applicable Student
Contribution amount in accordance with the Higher
Education Support Act (HESA) guidelines. Permanent
resident status is determined by the date stamped
on the student’s passport, not the date on which the
application for permanent residency was made.
Undergraduate students who obtain permanent
resident status before the relevant census date must
lodge a completed Request for Commonwealth
Support and HECS-HELP Form prior to the date.
Postgraduate students who obtain permanent
resident status before the relevant census date
must lodge a completed Request for FEE-HELP
Assistance Form prior to the date. Please lodge
the applicable form, together with your passport,
to your Faculty Student Services Centre.
A student who has obtained permanent resident
status prior to the census date and has submitted
the appropriate form by this date may be eligible
for a refund, depending on the new fee liability.
The student will need to complete the Application
for Refund Form to apply for a refund.
An international student who obtains permanent
resident status after the census date will remain an
international student for that semester, but must apply
to be transferred to a Commonwealth Supported
place for enrolment in subsequent semesters.
A New Zealand permanent resident is classified as an
international student and must pay international tuition
fees unless they obtain Australian permanent resident
status, in which case the above paragraphs apply.
Book Your
Airline Ticket
Book an airline ticket as soon as you have
accepted your place at Curtin, as seats are in
heavy demand prior to the commencement
of semester. Please ensure that you allow
sufficient time for your visa application to be
processed so that you can arrive at Curtin in
time to attend Orientation. Students must be
present for the full duration of the Orientation
program. See page 20 for dates.
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Airport Reception
The University provides an airport reception service for international
students who are commencing their first semester at Curtin.
Airport Reception Service &
Temporary Accommodation
international.curtin.edu.au/depart/airport.cfm
Conditions apply to this service including the student
must be on a student visa and the service is only
available during peak periods.
Refer to www.international.curtin.edu.au/depart/
airport.cfm for more details.
Students who need to be transported to private
accommodation or a friend’s house must make
separate arrangements. Students who are not
commencing their first semester at Curtin must make
their own arrangements.
How Do I Book Airport Reception?
To use the airport reception service you must complete
the online Airport Reception Booking Form at
www.international.curtin.edu.au/depart/
airportBookingForm.cfm
Remember:
> Confirm your flight number, arrival time and Curtin
student number before completing this form,
as your application will not be processed without
these details.
> Requests will not be processed on the weekend
(Saturday & Sunday) or public holidays. Any Airport
Reception Booking Forms sent on a weekend will
be processed within five working days.
How Do I Know if My Booking
Has Been Confirmed?
Once the Airport Reception Booking Form is received
you will receive confirmation via the email address you
supplied on the form within five working days. Airport
Reception cannot be provided unless the Airport
Reception Booking Form is received five working days
prior to arrival.
Temporary Accommodation
Temporary hotel accommodation costs
approximately AUD$105-175 per room per night.
Students are responsible for the payment of their
own accommodation upon check-in. Temporary
accommodation is located in the city centre of Perth
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and is on main bus routes. After your arrival, you will
be met the following working day in the hotel lobby
and transported to the Curtin Bentley campus (free
of charge) where Housing Services will assist you in
finding permanent accommodation.
If you wish to book temporary accommodation,
click the appropriate box on the Airport Reception
Booking Form. If you book a room and find you no
longer require it, please send an email requesting
a cancellation 48 hours before the check in date,
otherwise one night’s accommodation cost will
be charged.
For further information on permanent housing options,
please refer to the Curtin Housing Services brochure
provided to you with your Letter of Offer.
What Happens When I Get Off the Plane?
Your host will be carrying a Curtin sign. It is important
that you look for this sign so your host can identify
you. The airport will be very busy and it can be easy
to miss your host, so please look carefully. Your
airport host will provide you with a Welcome Pack
that contains information about Orientation and
other activities at Curtin. You will be directed to the
accommodation you selected on your booking form.
Spouse, Dependant or Family Member
The airport reception service is only available to Curtin
students. If a family member is travelling with a Curtin
student, they will need to make their own
arrangements for transport to accommodation.
What If My Flight Details Change?
If you change your flight details please notify us
immediately and at least three working days before
your scheduled departure date. Please email your
new flight details to airport@vc.curtin.edu.au. You will
receive confirmation of the amended details within
48 hours. If your flight details change less than two
working days before your scheduled departure date,
call the Airport Reception Coordinator on +61 8 0401
103 003 or +61 8 0401 103 028 if overseas, or 0401
103 003 or 0401 103 028 from within Australia.
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Prepare to Leave Your Home Country
What to Bring
Clothing:
For everyday wear, students favour comfortable,
casual clothes. Men tend to wear jeans and t-shirts,
while women generally choose jeans, t-shirts and
skirts. September to February are the warmer months,
with average temperatures ranging from 18 to 30
degrees Celsius. In summer months, most people
wear lightweight t-shirts and shorts. March to August
are generally colder months with average temperatures
ranging from 7 to 19 degrees Celsius. A warm
waterproof jacket is necessary for the winter months.
Equipment:
Most accommodation, except home stay, will not
include cooking utensils, sheets, blankets, etc. All
required products can be easily purchased from a
wide variety of stores and second-hand household
items are available at cheap prices.
Note: electricity in Perth is 240v 50 cycles AC.
Adaptors are readily available in Perth.
Medicines:
Pharmaceutical products in Perth can be quite
expensive compared to other countries.
Medications such as antibiotics and antihistamines
will require a doctor’s prescription and may cost
approximately AUD$20 for a course (a course of
antibiotics usually runs for five days). Some milder
antihistamines may be bought over the counter and
may cost around AUD$12. A pain relief tablet such
as paracetamol or aspirin may be purchased at
supermarkets without a prescription.
Documents:
You must bring the following documents with you to
Curtin when you arrive:
> Letter of Offer – The Letter of Offer is very
important, as you will need to present it at the time
of enrolment; please do not lose this document
> Original or certified copies of your qualifications
> Driver’s licence (if any)
> Medical history or prescriptions required for
on-going medication.
Quarantine Guide
Australia has a unique environment that is free from
many of the pests and diseases found elsewhere in the
world. If you are visiting Australia, you must be aware
of Australian quarantine laws.
It is extremely important that all items of an animal or
plant nature are declared upon arrival in Australia.
No matter how small or trivial your items may seem,
they may be potentially harmful to Australian flora
and fauna.
Upon entry to Australia by plane or ship, students
are required to complete an Incoming Passenger
Card. This card must be read carefully and completed
truthfully. It is important to remember that the
Incoming Passenger Card is a legal document and any
false declaration can lead to prosecution resulting in a
heavy fine or imprisonment, or both.
If you are carrying AUD$10,000 or more cash, or the
equivalent in foreign currency, with you to Australia
you MUST declare the money on your Incoming
Passenger Card. You are also required to declare
the money to any Australian Customs Officials
if questioned upon arrival. Failure to declare this
money may result in the money being taken from
you and you may also be arrested and prosecuted.
Note: it is not an offence to bring large amounts of
money into Australia. The offence is not declaring it.
All animal and plant products, including food items,
must be declared for inspection and will be returned in
most cases.
All drugs and medicines should be declared for
inspection, especially products:
> containing substances which are prohibited without
a permit (these include narcotics, amphetamines,
hallucinogens, barbiturates, vaccines, anabolic
and androgenic steroids, growth hormones, and
erythropoietin [EPO]).
> regarded as performance enhancers in sport.
Medicines that should be declared include prescribed
medications; non-prescription, complementary,
alternative, herbal and traditional medicines; vitamins
and mineral preparations; and nutritional and
dietary supplements.
Do not carry illicit substances into or out of Australia.
Penalties for drug offences in Australia are severe and
could result in a jail term.
Students should also check with the Australian
Diplomatic Mission in their home country prior to
departure for any further updates.
For more information about Australian quarantine
laws, please contact the Australian High Commission/
Embassy in your country, or visit the AQIS website.
If you have any doubts about quarantine laws when
you arrive in Australia, ask to speak to a Quarantine
Officer after you have collected your baggage.
You will find them helpful and understanding.
Please note that this information is intended as a
guide only.
Excess Baggage
All economy class passengers have a baggage limit
of 20 kilograms. Further information regarding excess
baggage requirements is available from travel agents.
Health-related examinations may be required in order
to enter Australia.
For more information, please visit the Customs
website at www.customs.gov.au.
Students are advised to visit the following websites
prior to departure to obtain information on health
regulations that may affect international students
entering Australia:
> Department of Health
www.health.wa.gov.au
> Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS)
www.daff.gov.au/aqis
customs.gov.au
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Plan Your Finances
immi.gov.au
Establishment Costs
Costs for School Aged Dependants
We recommend that you arrive in Australia with at
least AUD$700 and have easy access to a further
AUD$2,000 for your first week in Australia. It is not
advisable to carry substantial amounts of cash on you.
Use traveller’s cheques, bankdrafts or money orders. It
may be useful to have a credit card to allow access to
funds for establishment costs.
Dependants of international students can attend
school in Western Australia. A visa for the
dependant(s) will have to be obtained through the
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) or
a representative www.immi.gov.au
You may require the AUD$2,000 to pay for costs
associated with obtaining permanent housing, for
example, bond money, rent in advance (usually two
weeks) and utility connections such as power, gas and
telephone connection.
Sending Living Expenses from Overseas
International students should inform their parents
that living expenses should not be sent with tuition
fee payments, as the disbursement of student living
expenses is not a service offered by the University.
Transferring Money to Perth
Students wishing to transfer money from overseas will
need to:
> Complete either a telegraphic transfer or bankdraft
> Know and include the SWIFT code, account number
and BSB number of the account they wish to
deposit into. Bankdrafts take 6-8 weeks to process
unless the draft is in Australian dollars and drawn
in an Australian bank. There may be fees involved
with both transactions. Students arriving in Australia
who need to open a bank account will need to visit
a bank branch, taking with them their passport for
identification. Students are not able to open an
Australian bank account while overseas.
There are different schooling arrangements and costs
for dependants of undergraduate, postgraduate,
Masters, PhD students and the King Abdullah
Scholarship students. While the majority of
international students are required to pay full school
fees, Masters and PhD students are only required to
pay the minimum school fees.
For more information read the relevant sections below
or visit www.international.curtin.edu.au/forms and
download our Dependant Schooling Information sheet.
School aged dependants may be enrolled in either
government or non-government schools in Western
Australia. A list of government (public) schools is
available at www.det.wa.edu.au/education/parents.asp.
A list of non-government (private) schools is available
at www.des.wa.gov.au
Note: if your child is enrolled in a public school and
requires English as a Second Language (usually
not relevant for children 6 years of age and under),
learning difficulty or disability support, please be
aware that these extra educational needs may cost
AUD$2,000 or more per child, per year (this will be
an additional charge over and above the tuition fees).
Costs will vary. It is recommended that your child
commences English language training prior to arrival
in Perth.
Living Expenses
A student can expect to pay, on average, around
AUD$310 (single) and AUD$650 (family) per week for
living expenses. Living expenses vary depending upon
financial resources, tastes and interests. Students and
parents are advised to set out a budget according to
individual student needs. To begin with, this should be
flexible enough to allow for changes.
Suggested Weekly Budget – This table is intended as a guide only
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Service/Commodity
Single AUD$
Family (of 4) AUD$
Rent furnished residence – average
$140
$350
Services – gas, water & electricity
$20
$30
Food
$90
$170
Public transport
$15
$30
Clothing, toiletries & entertainment
$45
$70
Total
$310
$650
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Plan Your Finances (cont.)
Masters and PhD Students
ato.gov.au
School aged dependants of these students are
entitled to be placed in the government school system
in Western Australia under the same conditions as
Australian students while studying in Perth. Minimum
school charges may apply, ranging from approx
AUD$60 (primary schools) and AUD$500 (secondary
schools) per year per child however you do not have to
cover to cost of the full tuition fees.
Email issu@curtin.edu.au for assistance with visa
processes and enrolment.
Note: all King Abdullah Scholarship students, including
those studying a Masters or PhD, are required to
pay full school fees and should read the School Fees
section for more information.
School Fees (Not Applicable to Masters and
PhD Students)
It must be noted that the fee structure is the
same for all government schools, but varies
considerably for non-government schools. The
tuition fees for government (public) schools are
(applicable per child and are payable per year
or part thereof and correct at time of print):
Kindergarten and Part-Time Pre-Primary
AUD$3,000 (aged 4 by 30 June)
Full-Time Pre-Primary
AUD$5,600 (aged 5 by 30 June)
Primary: Years 1-7
AUD$5,600 (aged 6 by 30 June)
Secondary School: Years 8-10
AUD$6,500 (aged 13)
Upper Secondary: Years 11 – 12
AUD$7,500 (aged 16)
For contacts regarding visa processing and enrolments
go to www.international.curtin.edu.au/forms and
download our Dependant Schooling Information sheet.
Motor Vehicle Expenses
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Australian currency unit – the
Australian Dollar (AUD$)
Access to banking facilities on
campus
Affordable food outlets on and
close to campus
Students on a study visa are also
able to work part-time – maximum
of 20 hours per week
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Students intending to purchase a motor vehicle
will incur additional expenses such as petrol,
insurance and licence costs. It is also advisable to
purchase motor vehicle insurance in the event of
an accident or theft. Goods and Services Tax (GST)
may apply to some of the items listed above.
Incidental and Other Fees and Charges
Some university courses require payment
for retainable materials and/or courserelated fees. These fees may include:
> the purchase of laboratory coats
> protective clothing or uniforms
> travel and accommodation costs
while on field placement
Please refer to the International Student Prospectus
for course related incidental fees. For other fees and
charges, please contact your relevant teaching area or
visit www.fees.curtin.edu.au/otherfeescharges.cfm
Text and Reference Books
Students also need to budget around AUD$150 –
AUD$400 for text and reference books per semester.
Some books are available at the Curtin Student Guild’s
Second-hand Bookshop and also from students who
advertise on notice boards around campus.
Parking Fees
Students who plan to drive to Curtin will
need to purchase a student parking permit
upon arrival. The annual fee for a student
parking permit is AUD$105 (for 2009).
Student Employment
International students can apply for working visa
permits to work up to 20 hours per week during
semester and unlimited hours during course breaks.
Students can obtain work in restaurants and retail
outlets although competition for such work is strong.
Students are advised that part-time employment may
distract them from their studies and they should not
rely on part-time work to pay for their tuition fees or
other living expenses.
Note: DIAC may cancel a student’s work rights if
academic performance declines.
Permission to Work
Visas issued after 26 April 2008 will already have
permission to work included with the visa saving the
student time and money. Students are not allowed to
work until they have started their course and can only
complete a total of 20 hours a week during semester,
and unlimited hours during semester breaks.
Family members of the student are also allowed
to work 20 hours per week at all times. For more
information please visit www.immi.gov.au/students/
students/working_while_studying/index.htm
Tax File Number
The Australian Federal Government requires anyone
working in Australia or with an Australian bank account
to have a Tax File Number. Banks must be provided
with a Tax File Number to ensure that the correct tax is
charged on any interest earned on an account.
Tax File Number application forms are available
from Student Central. Forms must be lodged at the
Australian Taxation
Office (ATO) and students must take their passport
and Student ID Card with them. You may also apply
online via the ATO website at www.ato.gov.au
> completion of a first aid certificate.
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When You Arrive
Experience Curtin
Student Concession
Visit our website and discover the services and
facilities available on and near the Bentley campus.
Head to www.international.curtin.edu.au/onarrival/map
to discover more.
As a full-time Curtin student you are entitled to
Transperth concession fares. Students must complete
a Tertiary SmartRider form and authorise it at Student
Central (Building 101) before presenting the form at an
authorised sales outlet. The closest retail outlet is the
Curtin Bookshop.
Students must be in possession of the concession
card when travelling on public transport.
Keep in Contact
international.curtin.edu.au/onarrival/map
Remember to contact your family and friends back
home and let them know that you have arrived safely.
Inform them of your travel details and where you
are staying and how they can contact you by phone
or post. Be sure to keep them updated if you move
house during your studies as Curtin is unable to
release information about your address to your family
and friends.
Driving in Perth
You can drive in Western Australia on an overseas
driver’s licence for as long as it remains valid in the
country of issue. If your overseas licence ceases to
be valid, or expires, you must apply for a Western
Australian licence if you wish to continue driving.
When driving in Western Australia you must carry
your overseas drivers licence and produce it for
inspection at the request of any member of the Police.
If your overseas licence is not written in English,
it is advisable to carry your International Driving
Permit or an approved English translation of your
licence with you when you drive. If you are driving
with an international licence, you should ensure that
your insurance policy covers you in the event of an
accident. Some students have had insurance claims
rejected by their insurance company because they
have not had a Western Australian Driver’s Licence.
Public Transport
Buses, trains and ferries in Perth are operated by
Transperth, the Western Australian Government’s
transport system. Full-time students are eligible for
significant concessions on bus and train fares.
Tickets are interchangeable on buses, trains and
ferries and are valid for one and a half hours from time
of purchase. Students are advised to carry the correct
amount in change or purchase a SmartRider card,
which are widely available from news agencies.
Costs vary, depending on the number of travel
zones covered.
What is a SmartRider Card?
Public Transport to and from Curtin
A range of bus and train services are available
between Curtin and Perth city centre, as well as
surrounding areas.
Timetables are available at www.transperth.com.au
or at Guild reception (Building 106F).
For further information, call the Transperth InfoLine
on 13 62 13 or visit the Transperth website
www.transperth.wa.gov.au and use the Journey
Planner to plan your journey.
Key Bus Routes
Curtin to Perth city centre – 72 and 75
Curtin to Cannington Train Station – 34 and 72
Curtin to Canning Bridge Train Station – 100 and 101
Medical Services
While living in Australia, you will have easy access to
high quality medical services and facilities. You will
receive a rebate from your Overseas Student Health
Cover for the services covered under you policy.
If you are sick, you can make an appointment to visit
a General Practitioner (GP). You will need to book an
appointment in advance, however some surgeries
have appointments available if you ring early in the
morning (8-8.30am).
There are GPs located on Curtin’s main Bentley
campus (Building 109) as well as physiotherapists and
counsellors. There is also an on campus pharmacy
where you can purchase both prescribed and over the
counter medicines.
Around Perth there are many hospitals and medical
facilities that specialise in health issues. Curtin’s
medical centre can provide you with more information.
Please visit www.healthservices.curtin.edu.au for
more information.
The Transperth SmartRider Card is a multiple use
electronic ticket that you can use on all forms of public
transport within the Perth metropolitan area. You can
purchase a card from Transperth InfoCentres and any
authorised SmartRider retail sales outlets for a fee of
AUD$5 for concession users or AUD$10 for standard
users. A minimum of AUD$10 must be added when
you first purchase the card.
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International Student Services
When You Arrive (cont.)
Internet Access
While studying at Curtin you will have access to
computer and internet facilities. The main Bentley
campus has a wide selection of computer labs
where you can study, browse the internet and
access your email. Across the campus there are
free wireless zones where you can log on to the
internet using your own laptop or PDA. You will have
your own account with personal login details.
Prep Week and Orientation
Orientation is a fun and informative way of preparing
you for university and life in Western Australia. It is a
compulsory event and covers topics such as opening
up your bank account, English language support,
IT skills, personal safety, organising a place to live,
public transport, applying for your student ID Card,
and much more. Orientation runs over two weeks.
The first week, Prep Week, is specifically designed
for international students, whilst the second week, O
Week, is for both international and domestic students.
During Orientation a series of activities and events
will be available. There are two types of events
available to students. The Central events are
campus-wide events, while the Faculty events are
specific to you and your area of study. All these
can be found at www.oweek.curtin.edu.au
Remember! Faculty orientations are held in O
Week and if you miss them, you will be missing
vital information to get you off to the best start. We
suggest you use the online O Week timetable to
schedule both your Central and Faculty events so
you have a complete Orientation timetable overview.
Your Enrolment
On your arrival you will need to attend an
enrolment briefing relevant to the Faculty you are
entering. You will receive important information
about how to enroll in your course. Remember to
bring your Letter of Offer and original or certified
copies of qualifications for Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL) application if applicable.
International Office
International Student Advisers
The International Office (Building 103) has specialist
staff who can assist international students with:
> course information
> eligibility for entry into University courses
> the application process
> course changes
> study options.
International Student Advisers are located within the
START Team located in Building 102, Hayman Hall.
We are available to assist students with personal or
academic issues that may impact their studies at
Curtin. No matter how big or small the problem,
we are a confidential service aiming to support
students while they are away from home and settling
into a new country.
You can email, phone or you can come into the office
for an appointment.
isadviser@curtin.edu.au or phone 9266 2434
Student Central
Once international students are enrolled in their
course, they should contact Student Central (Building
101) for matters relating to:
> OSHC registration/renewals
> visa renewals
> tuition fees
> study skills
> academic support.
Housing Services
The Housing Services Office is located in Building
103 with the International Office. Housing Services
provides students with impartial information about on
and off campus housing alternatives. Visit the Housing
Services website at www.housing.curtin.edu.au
Academic Support
UniEnglish
The Learning Centre
UniEnglish is a free online tool for you to use to
learn about your English language strengths and
weaknesses. It will help you decide whether you
would benefit from additional English language
support. UniEnglish covers three sections: Use of
English/Reading, Listening, and Writing. To access
UniEnglish, once you have enrolled, log in to OASIS,
click on the links to UniEnglish and follow the
instructions. For all queries contact Katie Dunworth
on +61 8 9266 4227 or k.dunworth@curtin.edu.au
The Learning Centre (TLC) is situated on the first
floor of the library. The Centre offers a wide variety of
learning support programs designed to enhance the
academic performance of students at all stages of
their university studies. These programs cover areas
including preparing research papers; general grammar
and punctuation; writing for various academic
modules; note taking and critical reading skills.
For more information about the programs available,
contact TLC:
Tel: +61 8 9266 3825
Fax: +61 8 9266 3051
Email: tlc@vc.curtin.edu.au
Web: www.learningcentre.curtin.edu.au
Curtin Student Guild
The Curtin Student Guild is a group of elected
students who represent Curtin students on all
major university boards and committees. The
Guild ensures that student voices are heard and
their rights are represented at all levels through
the University’s decision-making process.
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Over 70 clubs, representing international, religious,
sports, academic and special interest groups are
registered with the Guild and there is a club to suit
everyone’s interests and needs. You can find out
more about the benefits of joining clubs and societies
at the Guild website www.guild.curtin.edu.au
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What You Need to Know
Before you arrive at Curtin, there are a few important details that you
need to know. Please read the following information carefully.
It is the student’s responsibility to:
It is also the student’s responsibility to
ensure that:
>
Inform themselves of, and comply with, all
relevant laws, University Statutes, rules,
by-laws, the University’s Guiding Ethical
Principles, policies and procedures relating
to their rights and responsibilities as a
student. Visit www.students.curtin.edu.au/
rights/ for more information.
>
They arrive in Perth in time to settle into
permanent accommodation, attend Prep
Week and ‘O’ Week and enrol in classes.
Failure to do so may result in enrolment
being delayed until the following semester,
the payment of a late fee or being sent
home at the student’s own expense.
>
Participate constructively in
the learning experience.
>
>
Be aware of information on course
requirements, unit requirements and
academic progress.
Tuition fees are paid by the due date.
Failure to pay tuition fees will incur an
enrolment sanction.
>
All enrolment details are correct.
>
The University is informed of a local
address within seven days of arrival
in Australia.
>
The University is informed of any change
in address. The University must be able to
contact students to inform them of any
events in which the students must participate.
Student Responsibilities
students.curtin.edu.au/rights/
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>
Behave in an appropriate manner within
the learning environment, showing respect
for both staff and fellow students.
>
Act at all times honestly and responsibly
in relation to academic matters and the use
of University facilities.
>
Recognise that cheating, plagiarism and
fabrication or falsification of data are
not acceptable.
>
The student visa remains current. The visa
should reflect the specified length of the
course in which the student is enrolled in.
>
Adhere to the proper use of
copyright material.
>
>
Act at all times with respect for the rights
of others, and to be sensitive to and
embrace diversity.
Course requirements are satisfied and a
valid enrolment is maintained. These are
conditions of the student visa.
>
Health cover is maintained and paid by the
due date. If health cover expires, benefits
payable will be suspended. It is also a
violation of the student visa if OSHC lapses.
>
They are available during the examination
period. Any travel arrangements should be
scheduled for after the examination period.
>
Mobile phones are switched off during
lectures, tutorials and when in the library.
>
They access OASIS (the online student
portal) regularly and check the Official
Communications Channel (OCC).
Research opportunities across all
Faculty areas
Multi-million dollar investments in
research facilities and centres
Links with 77 major research
institutes and centres
Scholarships and support available
for research students
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What You Need to Know (cont.)
Health Sciences Students – Health Screenings
fees.curtin.edu.au
As a condition of access to Health Department
facilities, all clinical/laboratory students in the
Faculty of Health Sciences must be screened and
vaccinated against a range of infectious diseases.
Without full vaccination, students may be excluded
from clinical practice and therefore unable to finish
their studies. For information about these vaccinations
and to download the relevant forms, visit
www.healthsciences.curtin.edu.au/current_students/
immunisation/
Change of Contact Details
It is an Australian Government requirement that
international students maintain up to date contact
details, including Australian residential address and
phone number, with the University.
Change of address details must be lodged with the
University within seven days.
Study Load
In order to meet student visa requirements,
international students must undertake and maintain a
full-time study load, in each study period.
The normal study load of a full-time student is 100
credits per semester. Students must pay for 100
credits per semester.
New international students are required to pay the full
amount indicated in the Letter of Offer, as part of the
requirement of accepting the offer. Students should
be aware that if they fail a unit they may not be able
to satisfy the full-time study load, as not all units are
available each semester.
Approval to Reduce Study Load
In special circumstances international students
are able to reduce their study load with approval.
However, students should be aware that a reduced
study load may result in an extended course duration
which will incur additional visa and living costs.
Reduced study loads may be approved for the
following special circumstances:
> Students are undertaking a reduced study load as
support programs (intervention strategies) are in
place, which will enable them to achieve satisfactory
course progress.
> Where a prerequisite unit is not available in the
required study period.
> Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) prohibits fulltime study being undertaken as not all units are
available in each study period. If a student has been
granted approval to enrol in less than 100 credits
per semester, they must complete a Request to
Enrol in Less than 100 Credit Points in the Current
Semester Form. This is available from Student
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Central and Faculty Student Services Offices. All
forms should be submitted for approval at your
Faculty Student Services Office. Claims based on
medical grounds should be submitted together
with supporting documentation such as a medical
certificate. Financial hardship will not be considered
as an exceptional circumstance.
Tuition Fees
Semester tuition fees are calculated for students
undertaking a normal full-time study load of 100
credits per semester. Where an international student
is enrolled in an additional study load (more than 100
credits per semester), additional tuition fees will be
charged. For further information on tuition fees please
visit www.fees.curtin.edu.au
Fee Calculation – Taught Units
Tuition fees are calculated and charged per unit, per
study period. Units conducted over a full year are
calculated and charged in full in the first semester
of study. A student should expect that the indicative
semester course fee, as shown on the Letter of Offer,
may vary from the actual tuition fee depending on
the units (subjects) that are being undertaken in that
study period.
The indicative fee is only a guide and the actual tuition
fee is not calculated until enrolment is completed.
If the indicative fee is higher than the actual fee,
any excess credit remaining after enrolment will be
transferred to the following semester. If there is money
owing to Curtin after enrolment, an invoice will be
sent to the student’s contact address, and must be
paid by the stipulated due date on the invoice. A late
payment fee will apply and a student’s enrolment may
be cancelled if outstanding tuition fees are not paid by
the due date.
Students may wish to browse the units available for
their specific course online at www.handbook.curtin.
edu.au
Students can then type the unit title or code into
www.fees.curtin.edu.au/estimation.cfm for a more
accurate idea of what they will pay upon arrival at
Curtin. Please note that this is a guide for general use
only and unit fees may change.
Fee Calculation – Research Fees
Masters by Research and Doctoral students may enrol
at any time during the academic year and submit a
thesis for examination at any time.
A research student’s tuition fee is charged based on
study load. The research fee is charged twice per year
and the full enrolment period fee must be paid by the
due date indicated on the invoice.
Initial and final determination of tuition fees for
research students will be based upon the date of
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What You Need to Know (cont).
enrolment and the date of submission of the thesis.
Fees will be recalculated after the thesis is submitted
and students will be able to apply for a refund if credit
is available.
Tuition fees will be refunded in accordance with
these Agreements. Please note that it is the student’s
responsibility to ensure that the appropriate withdrawal
from a course/unit form has been lodged with the
University when requesting a refund.
Refund Agreement
The categories under which the University Fees Centre
will assess an application for refund are laid out in the
university’s International Students Refund Agreement.
The Agreement stipulates the circumstances that
determine the levels of reimbursement a student
applying for refund is eligible to receive.
The agreement is supplied to you with your Letter of
Offer or you can access it online at
www.fees.curtin.edu.au/refunds_forms.cfm
For more information please visit the website
www.fees.curtin.edu.au/refunds.cfm
Policies and Procedures
Diversity Policy
Curtin recognises, respects and values the diversity
of its students and staff and the Curtin community.
The University’s Diversity Policy and supporting
procedures outline its commitment to valuing diversity
and cultural sensitivity in teaching and all other areas
of the University’s operation. It recognises and builds
on the many different cultures and backgrounds that
make up the Curtin community. If at any time students
feel disadvantaged on the basis of difference due to
diversity, they can discuss their concerns confidentially
with staff in Ethics, Equity and Social Justice.
Privacy Act – Release of Academic Results and
Student Information
Under government law, Curtin cannot disclose
academic performance details, enrolment information
or personal details to any unauthorised persons,
including family members unless the student has
given written consent. Also, academic results cannot
be released to students until the official release date.
Students with Disabilities
Prospective students with disabilities or medical
conditions are advised to discuss their individual
needs with University Counselling staff before
accepting their offer.
counselling.curtin.edu.au
Students with disabilities or medical conditions will
be examined by the Department of Immigration and
Citizenship (DIAC) when student visa applications
are processed. The visa conditions also require
international students to have Overseas Student
Health Cover (OSHC). Most standard OSHC
premiums do not cover treatment for pre-existing
disability/medical conditions during the first 18 months
of membership.
Students with disabilities or medical conditions who
are granted student visas may therefore have to
obtain additional health insurance, or have extra funds
available to cover medical expenses.
Equal Opportunity Policy
International students with disabilities or medical
conditions who have been issued with a student visa,
or those who become disabled whilst studying in
Western Australia, are provided with support from the
University. The University has committed confidential
support services for students with disabilities and
medical conditions. Please contact University
Counselling Services, telephone +61 8 9266 7850, or
visit the website www.counselling.curtin.edu.au
The University complies with equal opportunity
legislation set in place by the Government of Western
Australia, and is committed to ensuring that all
students are treated fairly while studying at Curtin.
Note: that student visa applications require disclosure
of pre-existing disabilities/medical conditions.
Nondisclosure may result in subsequent cancellation
of visa.
Grievance Procedures
Curtin University of Technology has official procedures
to assist students in resolving concerns about
academic issues and other matters. For example,
the University has formal appeal procedures for
students who wish to have an assessment grade
reviewed. These procedures are set out in the Curtin
Courses Handbook.
Curtin has a Grievance Resolution Officer located
in Building 100 on Curtin’s Bentley campus. The
Grievance Resolution Officer is available to assist all
Curtin students and staff with any grievance.
Step-by-step details of the grievance procedure are
available from the University Counselling website
www.counselling.curtin.edu.au
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Easy access to public transport
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Sponsored Students (Non-AusAID)
Who Is a Sponsored Student?
A sponsored student is an individual who receives
money towards their studies from a private
organisation or foreign government.
Individuals who receive money from a relative
are not sponsored students.
How to Apply as a Sponsored Student
If you are being sponsored for your studies at Curtin,
you must indicate this on your International Application
for Admission form. A Sponsored Student Information
Form (to be completed by your sponsor) will be sent
with your Letter of Offer. Please follow the instructions
on this form for admission and visa processing. This
form is also available at
www.international.curtin.edu.au/forms.cfm
Payment of Tuition Fees
It is the responsibility of the student to provide
the sponsor with a copy of their Letter of Offer,
Acceptance of Offer and the Sponsored Student
Information Form so the sponsor can make the first
payment of the semester’s tuition fees as well as the
Overseas Student Health Cover payment. Thereafter,
the University will send all invoices for the tuition fees
to the sponsor. Sponsored students should inform
their sponsors that living expenses should not be sent
with tuition fee payments, as the University does not
disburse student living expenses.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
It is a student visa requirement that students have
OSHC before arriving in Australia. If the sponsor is
paying for your OSHC, it will be indicated on the
student electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE)
that the University will arrange OSHC membership.
The University will organise OSHC membership with
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OSHC Worldcare, Curtin’s contract provider. Payments
for OSHC need to be paid to Curtin by the student
or the sponsor before the student or family arrives
in Australia. Please refer to the payment instructions
attached to your Acceptance of Offer.
Once in Australia
If the student completes or ceases/defers their studies
and is no longer an international student in Australia,
it is the responsibility of the student to claim and
reimburse any OSHC refund for the sponsor.
international.curtin.edu.au/sponsors/students.cfm
It is the student’s responsibility to renew their OSHC
membership. The student will need to liaise directly
with the sponsor for reimbursement costs
associated with:
(i) OSHC membership renewal
(ii) arrangements of changing OSHC provider.
Refer to page 7 for further information on OSHC.
On Arrival
Please note that when you arrive at Curtin it is
important that you make an appointment with the
International Sponsored Student Unit (ISSU) in the
International Office, Building 103. You will meet
with your designated support officer who will be
communicating with your sponsor during your studies
at Curtin. Email: issu@curtin.edu.au
Sponsorship Variations
If a student wishes to change course, they must first
seek approval from the sponsor. A New Sponsored
Student Information Form must be completed and
returned to the International Office. Copies of this form
are available on the web at www.international.curtin.
edu.au/forms.cfm
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Important
Dates
Important
Contacts
international.curtin.edu.au
Semester Two 2009
13 July
International Student Enrolment
Briefing
13 - 17 July
International Student Prep
Week*
20 - 24 July
‘O’ Week
27 July
Start of Classes
27 July - 21 Aug
4 Teaching Weeks
24 - 29 Aug
Tuition-Free Week
31 Aug - 26 Sep
4 Teaching Weeks
28 Sep - 2 Oct
Tuition-Free Week
5 - 30 Oct
4 Teaching Weeks
2 - 6 Nov
Study Week
9 - 20 Nov
Examinations
Important Dates and Academic Calendar
There are a number of important dates and activities
that new students should be aware of before they
start at Curtin. Most courses at Curtin operate on a
semester mode. The first semester commences in
February and ends in June, while the second semester
starts in July and runs through to the end of November.
A mid-year break separates the two semesters.
While the majority of Curtin courses commence in
the first semester, there are some courses that offer
second semester enrolments.
Note: there are also courses that operate on an
academic calendar other than the semester mode
outlined below, for example, trimester – an accelerated
study program (3 trimesters per year).
Please check your Letter of Offer to verify the study
mode of your course.
To meet current students, view videos, photos and
panoramas of the Curtin campus, Perth and Western
Australia visit www.international.curtin.edu.au and view
the Virtual Tour.
International Office (Further information for future
international students)
Tel: +61 8 9266 7331
Fax: +61 8 9266 2605
+61 8 9266 4013
Email: international@curtin.edu.au
Web: www.international.curtin.edu.au
Student Central (Student services for all
enrolled students)
Health Services (Consulting doctors)
www.counselling.curtin.edu.au
University Counselling Services (Personal &
academic matters and disabilities)
www.counselling.curtin.edu.au
Muslim Visitors Guide to WA
www.westernaustralia.com/en/Destinations/
Travel_Brochures
Tel: +61 8 9266 3399
Fax: +61 8 9266 4108
Email: customer-service@curtin.edu.au
Web: www.students.curtin.edu.au
Curtin English Language Centre (English
Language Bridging Course and ELICOS)
Student Guild
www.gunada.curtin.edu.au
Tel: +61 8 9266 2900
Email: reception@guild.curtin.edu.au
Web: www.guild.curtin.edu.au
Housing Services (Accommodation)
www.housing.curtin.edu.au
www.celc.curtin.edu.au
Centre for Aboriginal Studies
Curtin Business School (CBS)
www.business.curtin.edu.au
Health Sciences
www.healthsciences.curtin.edu.au
Humanities
www.humanities.curtin.edu.au
Science and Engineering
Semester One 2010
Semester Two 2010
15 Feb
International Student Enrolment
Briefing
19 July
International Student Enrolment
Briefing
15 - 19 Feb
International Student Prep
Week*
19 - 23 July
International Student Prep
Week*
22 - 26 Feb
‘O’ Week
26 - 30 July
‘O’ Week
1 Mar
Start of Classes
2 Aug
Start of Classes
1 - 26 Mar
4 Teaching Weeks
2 - 27 Aug
4 Teaching Weeks
29 Mar - 9 Apr
2 Tuition-Free Weeks
30 Aug - 3 Sep
Tuition-Free Week
12 Apr - 4 June
8 Teaching Weeks
6 - 24 Sep
3 Teaching Weeks
26 Apr
Anzac Day
27 Sep - 1 Oct
Tuition-Free Week
7 - 11 June
Study Week
4 Oct - 5 Nov
5 Teaching Weeks
14 - 25 June
Examinations
8 - 12 Nov
Study Week
15 - 26 Nov
Examinations
www.scieng.curtin.edu.au
The above dates are correct at time of printing but may be subject to change.
*During Prep Week, students receive specific information about enrolment and classes. Attendance is compulsory.
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