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Student Fees

International students in Australia need to pay course fees and budget for compulsory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), accommodation and living expenses.


Course Fees 2009

Pathway to Monash University

  • English for Academic Preparation (EAP)

  • English Language Bridging Program (ELBP)

  • Introductory Academic Program (IAP)


Program

Tuition Fee per week (A$)

Total (A$) ^

Administration Fee
(A$)
English for Academic Preparation (EAP) - 5 to 50 weeks

$370

$1,850 to $18,500
depending on duration

$200
ELBP for Monash College Diploma Part 1 and Diploma Part 2 - 10 weeks

$430

$4,300

$200
ELBP for Monash College Diploma Part 1 and Diploma Part 2 - 15 weeks

$430

$6,450

$200
ELBP for Monash University Undergraduate & Postgraduate studies - 10 weeks

$430

$4,300

$200
ELBP for Monash University Undergraduate & Postgraduate studies - 15 weeks

$430

$6,450

$200
IAP for Monash University - 5 weeks

$370

$1,850

$100

^ Please add $20.00 if paying by telegraphic transfer



Pathway to Professions

  • English for International Business Communication (EIBC)

  • Preparation for the Workplace English (PWE)

  • Internships


Course Duration

Tuition Fee per week (A$)

Total (A$) ^

Administration Fee (A$)
English for International Business Communication (EIBC) - 5 to 10 weeks, 20 hours per week

$370

$1,850 to $3,700
depending on duration

$250
Preparation for Workplace English (PWE) - 5 to 10 weeks, 5 hours per week

$80

$400 to $800
depending on duration

$250
Professional Internship *
  • 1 to 6 weeks
  • 13 to 26 weeks
  • 7 to 12 weeks
  • 27 to 52 weeks

$1,450 (total fee)
$1,785 (total fee)
$2,200 (total fee)
$2,780 (total fee)

  

$350
(a non-refundable deposit that is part of the total fee stated to the left)

^ Please add $20.00 if paying by telegraphic transfer
* For further details on internships, see the Professional Pathways Australia website.


Note: Internship candidates must complete a minimum of 5 weeks combined EIBC and PWE, depending on language level on arrival. The above components (courses and internships) are not offered separately for students intending to undertake an internship.

Pathway to International Test Preparation Courses

  • IELTS Preparation

  • TOEFL iBT Preparation


Course Duration

Tuition Fee per week (A$)

Total (A$) ^

Administration Fee (A$)
IELTS Preparation - 5 to 30 weeks

$370

$1,850 to $11,100
depending on duration

$200
TOEFL iBT Preparation - 5 to 10 weeks

$370

$1,850 to $3,700
depending on duration

$200

^ Please add $20.00 if paying by telegraphic transfer

Note: IELTS Preparation course prices are inclusive of an IELTS test at the MUELC IELTS Testing Centre.


Other programs

  • General English (GE)

  • English for International Business Communication (EIBC)


Course Duration

Tuition Fee per week (A$)

Total (A$) ^

Administration Fee (A$)
General English (GE) - 5 to 45 weeks

$370

$1,850 to $16,650
depending on duration

$200
English for International Business Communication (EIBC) - 5 to 10 weeks, 20 hours per week

$370

$1,850 to $3,700
depending on duration

$250

^ Please add $20.00 if paying by telegraphic transfer


Notes:

  • GE, EAP, IELTS Preparation, TOEFL iBT Preparation and EIBC programs are offered in five weeks modules.
  • All fees are payable in advance and must be paid before a Confirmation of Acceptance Advice Form is issued.
  • Fees are payable in Australian dollars.
  • Requests for refunds or transfers must be in writing.
  • Administration fees are not refundable.

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Telegraphic transfer details

Monash University English Language Centre (MUELC) provides the option of Telegraphic Transfer. To ensure the successful receipt of funds please complete the following:

1. Transfer the funds to:

Account name : Monash University Fees Account
Bank name : Westpac Banking Corporation
SWIFT code : WPACAU2S
Branch : Union Building, Monash University Clayton Vic 3800
BSB : 033 289
Account no. : 63-0732


2. Upon completing the telegraphic transfer, please ask the bank to include your name and Monash ID number on the telegraphic transfer documents.

3. Please fax the telegraphic transfer document (which you received from the bank) and the copy of your acceptance documents to:

International Recruitment Services
Fax No. +61 3 9903 4778

Please allow a minimum of seven (7) working days for the transaction to be processed by Monash University.

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Homestay

Homestay fees are payable to Homestay Accommodation Services who will contact you directly.

  • Homestay non-refundable placement fee of A$250 if you apply online or A$300 if you apply offline.
  • Homestay weekly fee A$266

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Monash University English Language Centre Student Fees Refund and Transfer Policy and Procedure

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance to students and staff in relation to refund and transfer of fees.

This policy is applicable to students who are currently studying at Monash University English Language Centre (MUELC). It states the circumstances under which students may transfer fees or obtain a full or partial refund.

Definitions

Formal Award Course: A program of study formally approved/accredited by a higher education provider, such as a University or TAFE, or any other relevant accreditation authority and which leads to an academic award.
Course: The total period of study for which tuition fees have been paid.

Policy Statement

MUELC undertakes to ensure that its student policies and procedures are fair and transparent and written inline with Commonwealth legislation and ELICOS accreditation requirements.

In the event that the student or fee paying party wishes to contest MUELC’s rejection of their request for a refund, the student or fee paying party may access the Centre’s dispute resolution procedures The availability of complaints and appeals processes does not remove the right of the student to take further action under Australian consumer protection laws.

All requests for refunds or transfer of fees must be submitted on the Refund / Transfer of Fees Request Form along with supporting documents. Timeframes for requests and conditions for refunds and transfer of fees are set out in the Student Fees Refund and Transfer Policy and Procedures document.

Transfer of Fees

  • Tuition fees are only transferable to formal award courses. Evidence of acceptance into the award course by the new institution must be provided when transfer of fees is requested.
  • No transfers will be made to another ELICOS Centre or to another student.
  • MUELC will retain no more than 30% of the cancelled portion of fees paid.
The administration fee will not be transferred.

Full Refund

MUELC agrees to a full refund of tuition fees paid in Australian dollars to the original fee paying party within 28 days:

  • of MUELC refusing the application for enrolment;
  • on presentation of certified evidence that the Australian immigration authority has rejected the student’s application for a student visa;
  • where written notice of cancellation is received more than 28 days prior to commencement of the course; or
  • where MUELC is unable to provide the course.

Partial Refund

MUELC agrees to refund in Australian dollars to the original fee paying party, within 28 days of receipt of written notice of cancellation by the student, all tuition fees paid less the amounts to be retained as detailed in the circumstances below:

  • If written notice of cancellation is received less than 28 days prior to the commencement of the course, MUELC will retain a non-refundable amount equivalent to 5 weeks of the tuition fee.

No Refund

The administration fee will not be refunded.
A refund will not be given if:
  • written notice of withdrawal is received after enrolment or the commencement date of the course; or
  • the student fails to enrol.

Refund of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

Where a student has not arrived and has never resided in Australia, Monash University Fees Unit will claim the OSHC refund from the insurer on behalf of the student. Monash University Fees Unit will forward the OSHC refund to the student upon receiving the refund from the insurer.

Procedure for Requesting Transfer or Refund of Fee

All requests must be made on the Transfer of Fees / Refund Form and must be accompanied by supporting documentation.

Complaints and Appeals

In the event that the student or fee paying party wishes to contest MUELC’s rejection of their request for a refund, the student or fee paying party may access the Centre’s dispute resolution procedures.

This agreement, and the availability of complaints and appeals processes, does not remove the right of the student to take further action under Australian consumer protection laws.

In the unlikely event that MUELC is unable to deliver your course in full, you will be offered a refund of all the course money you have paid to date. The refund will be paid to you within 2 weeks of the day on which the course ceased being provided. Alternatively, you may be offered enrolment in an alternative course by MUELC at no extra cost to you. You have the right to choose whether you would prefer a refund of course fees, or to accept a place in another course. If you choose placement in another course, we will ask you to sign a document to indicate that you accept the placement. Finally, should MUELC be unable to provide a refund or place you in a suitable alternative course, the ESOS Assurance Fund Manager will attempt to place you in a suitable alternative course or if this is not possible, you will be eligible for a refund as calculated by the Fund Manager.

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Compulsory Overseas Student Health Cover

While in Australia, International students must have a visa-length Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). Immediate family members who join you must also be covered. Your OSHC fee must be paid before your visa can be issued and must cover the duration of the visa.

Duration

Single (A$)

Family (A$)
Up to 3 months

$93

$186
Up to 6 months

$185

$370
Up to 9 months

$278

$556
Up to 12 months

$370

$740

Costs provided by OSHC World care

For more up to date information visit, www.oshcworldcare.com.au

Living Expenses

A student will need between A$1,400 and A$1,850 per month to live in Melbourne. This does not cover costs for tuition fees, textbooks, class excursions or other incidental expenses that may arise. The amount will depend on choice of accommodation, but should cover the costs of:

  • Accommodation
  • Local travel
  • Personal expenses
  • Entertainment
  • Food (lunch and a drink)

See also: Cost of living

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Accommodation and Schooling

International students will need to find accommodation while studying in Australia. There is a wide range of accommodation options available, but costs vary considerably depending on the type, quality and location of accommodation you seek.

If you are under 18 years of age, check the guide for under 18 students for information on approved accommodation and welfare arrangements.

Schooling

Students with school-aged dependants accompanying them to Australia must ensure that their children attend school and be aware that they will be required to pay full fees if the children are enrolled either in a government or a non-government school.

See also:

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ESOS Framework

Information on the ESOS framework which governs student visa conditions is available here.

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Regulations

Placement and attendance

A student will be assessed on arrival and placed in a class.
The Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship requires that at least 70% of classes be attended.

Under 18 years of Age

Australian law requires students under the age of 18 to have a guardian appointed in Australia before a student visa can be issued.  Students who will be under the age of 18 at the time they commence study must provide evidence of this at the time of acceptance of offer.  Information regarding guardianship can be obtained from an Australian diplomatic post or at: http://www.dfat.gov.au/missions/index.html.
Additional information will be provided by MUELC when an offer is made.

Visa

In some countries students are required  to complete Pre-Visa Assessment procedures before applying for a visa. Please read the Australian Government requirements for issuing student visa, or check with  the Australian Embassy or High Commission in your country.

Medical and travel insurance

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is compulsory for all international students while they are in Australia on a student visa.

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