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International Students, Introduction & Course Fees

Melbourne is recognised as Australia's capital of fashion and fine dining. Hosting famous houses of Hair and Beauty and International Cuisines, Melbourne offers the most secure study environment for you. With the largest number of restaurants per population than any other city, Melbourne is renowned as a city of world-class events, exceptional fashion, food & wine and a fabulous arts scene.

 

Melbourne hosts thousands of international students in Vocational, Trades and Tertiary Education every year. And Home to some of the best shopping and nightlife in Australia, a non-stop program of film and food festivals, renowned dining, major art exhibitions and musical extravaganzas, Melbourne is one of the most enlightened and liveable cities in the world.

 

Students choosing periodical payment Options are required to make first payment on or prior to course commencement. Overseas Student Health for the first 12 months. Fees and charges include a tool box with relevant equipment for each student and the full use of Academia Hair Products for hairdressing courses and high quality food materials for all culinary practicals.

 

Overseas Student Health Cover Premiums:

 

Australian Health Management (AHM) Overseas Student Health Cover Premiums.

 

Will I be allowed to study in Australia?

You provide a Letter of Offer from us, to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) ( DIAC website: http://www.immi.gov.au/ ) by enrolling in one of our courses.

Please refer to our VISA page for more details.

 

School of English Courses:

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Qualifications Program Outcome Duration Materials Fee Tuition Fee
General English, Beginner to Upper-Intermediate CRICOS Code 064318D English for General Purposes.  Designed for students ranging in level from complete beginners to upper-intermediate.. 2 - 50 Weeks# AU$10
(per week)
AU$250.00#
(per week)
English for Academic Purposes, Intermediate to Advanced CRICOS Code 064320K Designed for students hoping to attend further studies in Australia at the University or Vocational level 5 - 20 Weeks AU$10
(per week)
AU$250.00
(per week)
English for IELTS Preparation Intermediate to Advanced CRICOS Code 068514A IELTS preparation courses prepare students to take the IELTS test and raise
their score by .5..
5 - 20 Weeks AU$10
(per week)
AU$250.00
(per week)
Certificate II in Spoken and Written English 90993NSW CRICOS Code 064155G The Certificate in Spoken and Written English II is a general English course designed for students, who wish to improve their English language proficiency for study, work or travel. The flexible nature of the Certificate enables students to focus on general English skills development or to focus on particular areas such as listening, speaking, reading or writing, depending on the needs of the individual studentt 23 Weeks*

 

 

 

AU$10
(per week)
AU$3,750.00#

 

 

 

The CSWE III is a general English course designed for students, typically IELTS level 4, who wish to improve their English language proficiency for study, work or travel. The flexible nature of the Certificate enables students to focus on general English skills development or to focus on particular areas such as listening, speaking, reading or writing, depending on the needs of the individual student. 23 Weeks** AU$10
(per week)
AU$3,750.00#
Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English (Further Education) 90990NSW CRICOS Code – 064157E The CSWE IV Further Education is designed specifically for students who want to continue their studies at tertiary level and/or wish to sit for an IELTS exam. A typical entry level would be IELTS 5.0 and above. The focus is on equipping students with the skills required to study at a tertiary institution in any English speaking country. The course covers academic writing and reading, which includes planning and writing of essays, correct referencing convention, critical evaluation and research skills. Students also study note taking, oral presentation and exam techniques.  23 Weeks* AU$10
(per week)
AU$3,750.00#
*The duration of 23 weeks covers actual 15 weeks of tuition and a maximum of 8 weeks break.  Depending on the commencement date, the CoE duration may be less than 23 weeks.  Contact us for further information

 

School of Business, Commerce and Information Technology:       

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 Accounting Courses:

Qualifications ( CRICOS # ) Program Outcome
Duration
Materials Fee Tuition Fee
Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical) FNS303047
CRICOS Code 070589G
This optional preparatory course offers students knowledge and skills in Accounting fundamentals as an entry into Academia International's Accounting stream of courses.
26 Weeks
AU$450
AU$5,000.00
Diploma of Accounting FNS50204
CRICOS Code 070590D
This course offers you with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in the areas of finance departments, accounts management and financial control
38 Weeks
AU$960
AU$7,500.00
Advanced Diploma of Accounting FNS60204
CRICOS Code 070591C
This course prepares you for management duties including: Financial Accounting Officer, Corporation Law Assistant, Financial Costing Projects Manager, Income Tax Professional , Financial Controller
50 Weeks
AU$960
AU$10,000.00
Accounting Qualification Package:
Diploma of Accounting FNS50204
 

Followed by the:

Advanced Diploma of Accounting FNS60204
This course package offers you the best foundation in Accounting for employment in the Commerce and Finance industries or a pathway to University.
76 Weeks
AU$1250

AU$15,000.00

 

         

 Business, Management & Marketing Courses:

Qualifications ( CRICOS # ) Program Outcome
Duration
Materials Fee Tuition Fee
Certificate III in Business BSB30107
CRICOS Code 070592B
This option preparatory course offers students knowledge and skills in Business fundamentals as an entry into Academia International's Business stream of courses
26 Weeks
AU$480
AU$5,000.00
Certificate IV in Business BSB40207
CRICOS Code 070593A
This course offers you the basic skills required to successfully meet entry job level requirements across a number of industries as a clerical or administrative officer.
28 Weeks
AU$480
AU$5,000.00
Diploma of Business BSB50207
CRICOS Code 070594M
The Diploma of Business is a single semester (six month) course that follows the Certificate IV of Business and can be delivered together over 1 year full time study
28 Weeks
AU$480
AU$5,000.00
Diploma of Management BSB51107
CRICOS Code 070596J
A Diploma of Management develops the knowledge and skills required for students engaged to supervise or manage the work of others or to review and improve work practices across a wide variety of industries
28 Weeks
AU$480
AU$5,000.00
Diploma of Marketing BSB51207
CRICOS Code 070595K
This course provides you with knowledge and skills in Marketing principles across a wide variety of industries
28 Weeks
AU$480
AU$5,000.00
Business
Certificate IV in Business BSB40207
followed by

Diploma of Business BSB50207 or
Diploma of Management BSB51107 or
Diploma of Marketing BSB51207

This package offering allows the student to attain a Diploma in Business or major in a specialisation of Diploma of Management or a Diploma of Marketing

 

Note: these qualifications can be enrolled into separately

50 Weeks
AU$960
AU$10,000.00
         

 Information Technology Courses:

Qualifications ( CRICOS # ) Program Outcomee
Duration
Materials Fee Tuition Fee
CRICOS Code 070600G This option preparatory course is designed for students with no prior experience to information technology terms and basic fundamentals.  Designed to familiarise the student with Information Technology basic concepts and commonly used acronyms
144 Weeks
AU$250
AU$2,800.00
CRICOS Code 070601F PC and Server installation and support, Web Page Design and Development, Networking Assistant, Programming Assistant..
38 Weeks
AU$600
AU$7,500.00
CRICOS Code 070602E PC and Server Design and Installation, Support, Advanced Programming, Advanced Web Page design, Database Management.
38 Weeks
AU$600
AU$7,500.00
Information Technology Qualification Package:
Certificate II in Information Technology ICA20105

and

Certificate IV in Information Technology (General) ICA40105

followed by

Diploma of Information Technology (General) ICA50105

This package for students with NO prior IT competencies, allowing them to attain a Diploma of Information Technology covering all major areas of computing.  This course can provide you with technical ICT support roles in : PC and Server design installation and support, Advanced programming, Advanced web page design, Database Management, Work group and client/server networking

 

Note: these qualifications can be enrolled into separately

96 Weeks
AU$1,200
AU$17,500.00
         
Certificate IV in Information Technology (General) ICA40105

 

followed by

Diploma of Information Technology (General) ICA50105

This package is for students having a Certificate II or III in Information Technology or equivalent learning or work experience, allowing the student to attain a Diploma of Information Technology covering all major areas of computing.  This course can provide you with technical ICT support roles in : PC and Server design installation and support, Advanced programming, Advanced web page design, Database Management, Work group and client/server networking

 

Note: these qualifications can be enrolled into separately

76 Weeks
AU$1,200
AU$15,000.00
         

 

School of Hospitality Courses::       

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Qualifications ( CRICOS # ) Program Outcomee
Duration
Tuition Fee
CRICOS Code 070597G Trade qualification for a Kitchen Hand
28 Weeks
AU$5,000.00*
Certificate III in Hospitality ( Commercial Cookery ) SIT30807
CRICOS Code 068070B
Trade qualification for a Qualified Cook
50 Weeks
AU$14,000.00*
Certificate III in Hospitality ( Patisserie ) SIT31107
CRICOS Code 068071A
Trade qualification for a Pastry Cook..
50 Weeks
AU$14,000.00*
CRICOS Code 068072M Includes Cert III in Commercial Cookery. Trade qualification for a qualified chef
78 Weeks
AU$18,000.00
Certificate IV in Hospitality ( Patisserie ) SIT40707
CRICOS Code 068073K
Includes Cert III in Patisserie. Trade qualification for a Patissier / Chef de partie
78 Weeks
AU$18,000.00
Diploma of Hospitality SIT50307
( Major in Commercial Cookery )
CRICOS Code 068074J
Major in Commercial Cookery, includes Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery with management and business skills taught for Manager, Chef and Sous Chef
102 Weekss
AU$22,000.00
Diploma of Hospitality SIT50307CRICOS Code 068074J Major in Patisserie, includes Certificate IV in Patisserie with management and business skills taught for Manager, Chef and Sous Chef
102 Weekss
AU$22,000.00
*In addition to the tuition fee above a Materials fee of $910 is required to fund the text literature and trade tools required for undertaking studies at Academia International.

 

School of Food Processing Courses: 

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Qualifications ( CRICOS # ) Program Outcomee
Duration
Tuition Fee
Certificate III in Food Processing (Retail Baking - Bread) FDF30603
CRICOS Code 070598G
Trade qualification for a Baker
42 Weeks
AU$9,000.00*
Certificate IV in Food Processing FDF40103
CRICOS Code 068512C
Includes Certificate III in Food Processing (Retail Baking – Bread). Trade qualification for a Food Processing Supervisor (major in Bakery - Bread)
78 Weeks
AU$18,000.00
Diploma of Food Processing FDF50103
CRICOS Code 068513B
Major in Retail Baking – Bread, includes Certificate III & IV in Food Processing with management and business skills taught for Managers of Bakeries or Food Manufacturers..
102 Weeks
AU$22,000.00
*In addition to the tuition fee above a Materials fee of $910 is required to fund the text literature and trade tools required for undertaking studies at Academia International.

 

School of Hairdressing Courses (Package Pricing):

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 Hairdressing Course Packages:

Qualifications
( CRICOS # )
Program Outcomee Pre-requisite courses Duration Tuition Fee
Certificate III Package.  This package of contains the Certificate III in Hairdressing.

Certificate III in Hairdressing
WRH30109
CRICOS Code 070671C

Trade Qualification for Salon Hairdresser..

None

49 Weeks

AU$14,000.00*

   

Total

49 Weeks  
Certificate IV Package. This package of courses combines the Certificate III and Certificate IV Hairdressing.

Certificate III in Hairdressing
WRH30109
CRICOS Code 070671C

andd

Trade Qualification for Salon Hairdresser.

 

NOTE: this qualification can be enrolled into alone, see below

None

49 Weeks

 

Certificate IV in Hairdressing
WRH40109
CRICOS Code 070672B

Offering advanced skills taught in Hair extensions and the ability to train and assess others.

 

NOTE: this qualification can be enrolled into alone, see below

Certificate III in Hairdressing WRH30109 or equivalent

27 Weeks

 
   

Total

76 Weeks

AU$21,000.00*

Diploma Package. This package of courses combines the Certificate III, Certificate IV Hairdressing and Diploma Salon Management.

Certificate III in Hairdressing
WRH30109
CRICOS Code 070671C

and

Trade Qualification for Salon Hairdresser.

 

NOTE: this qualification can be enrolled into alone, see below

None

49 Weeks

 

Certificate IV in Hairdressing
WRH40109
CRICOS Code 070672B

andd

Offering advanced skills taught in Hair extensions and the ability to train and assess others.

 

NOTE: this qualification can be enrolled into alone, see below

Certificate III in Hairdressing WRH30109 or equivalent

27 Weeks

 

Diploma of Hairdressing
Salon Management
WRH50109
CRICOS Code 070673A

Provides management skills for the Company Director, Retail/Wholesale products manager and training provider Executive..

 

NOTE: this qualification can be enrolled into alone, see below

None, but does not qualify you as a Hairdresser without a Certificate III qualification

31 Weeks

 
   

Total

107 Weeks

AU$24,000.00*

*In addition to the tuition fee above a Materials fee of $910.00 is required to fund the text literature and trade tools required for undertaking studies at Academia International.

 

School of  Hairdressing Courses (Individual Pricing):

 

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 Hairdressing Courses - Individual Pricing

Qualifications
( CRICOS # )

Program Outcome

Pre-requisite courses

Duration

Tuition Fee

Certificate III in Hairdressing
WRH30109
CRICOS Code 070671C

Trade Qualification for Salon Hairdresser.

None

49 Weeks

AU$14,000.00*

 

Certificate IV in Hairdressing
WRH40109
CRICOS Code 070672B

Offering advanced skills taught in Hair extensions and the ability to train and assess others.

Certificate III in Hairdressing WRH30109 or equivalent

27 Weeks

AU$7,000.00*

 

Diploma of Hairdressing
Salon Management
WRH50109
CRICOS Code 070673A

Provides management skills for the Company Director, Retail/Wholesale products manager and training provider Executive..

None, but does not qualify you as a Hairdresser without a Certificate III qualification

31 Weeks

AU$7,000.00*

*In addition to the tuition fee above a Materials fee of $910.00 is required to fund the text literature and trade tools required for undertaking studies at Academia International.

 

School of Beauty Courses:

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Qualifications Program Outcome Duration Tuition Fee
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
( WRB40105 )

CRICOS Code 057193D
Designed for those seeking employment co-ordinating or managing the services within a small beauty salon, or section or department within a larger store.
53 Weeks
AU$12,000.00*
Diploma of Beauty Therapy ( WRB50105 )
CRICOS Code 057194C
Includes Cert IV in Beauty. The programme applies to those who will be co-ordinating or managing services within a small beauty salon, or department of a larger store.
60 Weekss
AU$13,560.00*
*In addition to the tuition fee above a Materials fee of $910.00 is required to fund the text literature and trade tools required for undertaking studies at Academia International.

 

 

 

Vacation Period ( School holidays ):

The school holidays are between these dates and inclusive of:

Refer to Intake and Term Dates for the vacation periods.

 

Visas:

The Visa requirements for international students are explained on our International Student Visas page.

 

Last updated: 23 Apr 2010


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