Study in Australia: Gold Coast

Information for International Students

International Student's generally require a Student Visa to enable them to study in Australia. In order to obtain a Student Visa an international student must enrol in a CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) Registered Course.

Institutions, such as ourselves, that have CRICOS approval comply with the ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) legislative framework to protect international students and allow student's to obtain a Student Visa.

The Australian Government's Department of Immigration and Citizenship provides comprehensive information about student visa requirements and the application process, as well as application document checklists to assist you with your application. Visit www.immi.gov.au/students/index.htm for the latest information.

Some Helpful Websites for Prospective International Students

• http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/
• www.immi.gov.au/students/index.htm
• http://cricos.deewr.gov.au

CRICOS Approved Courses

Registered Provider Name: Australian Institute of Fashion Design Pty Ltd

CRICOS Provider #: 02937A

* International Students may only undertake the courses at the campuses listed in the table

About Living on the Gold Coast

Click here to view the college's campus location.

Gold Coast City's climate is sub-tropical with 287 days of sunshine annually.

• Average Summer Temperatures: 19 to 29 degrees Celsius (66 to 83 degrees Fahrenheit)
• Average Winter Temperatures: 9 to 21 degrees Celsius (48 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit)

(quoted form the Gold Coast City Council Website: Facts and Figures page: http://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/t_standard.aspx?PID=255)

Surfers Paradise

The Gold Coast is known for it's beautiful beaches, but is also known for the beautiful Gold Coast Hinterland's rainforests and is one of Australia's fastest growing regions. One unique fact you may not know about the Gold Coast is that its extensive waterways are larger than Venice and Amsterdam's waterways combined.

Burleigh Heads

To find out more about living on the Gold Coast, you may like to visit some of the following websites:

• http://www.verygc.com
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gold_Coast,_Queensland
• http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/gold-coast/gold-coast_home.cfm
• http://www.bestofthegoldcoast.com.au/
• http://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/

The college campus is located within 5 minutes drive from the Robina Town Centre shopping centre (http://www.robinatowncentre.com.au/) and also the Robina Train Station. The Varsity Lakes train station is currently under construction, and is located within 5-10 minutes walking distance from the campus.

Within one hour's drive or train ride from the Gold Coast is Queensland's capital city - Brisbane. When coming to the Gold Coast, you may either fly in to the Brisbane Airport or the Gold Coast Coolangatta Airport (approximately 20 minutes drive from the campus). Trains run from the Brisbane Airport to the Robina train station.

View of Surfers Paradise from the Circle on Cavill Building, facing south down to Burleigh Heads.

View from the 'Circle on Cavill' Building facing north towards Southport.

Accomodation

The Australian Institute of Fashion Design Pty. Ltd. can assist students in finding suitable home-stay accommodation in the local area. Students may also choose to find rental accommodation themselves. You can expect to pay between $120 - $250 per week rent for an average size apartment or shared accommodation.

You may like to visit http://www.realestate.com.au and search for rental properties in Varsity Lakes or some of the following surrounding areas: Robina, Burleigh Heads, Merrimac, Mudgeeraba, Andrews, Reedy Creek, and Miami.

Course Entry Requirements:

International students are eligible to apply to the college if they fall into one of the following categories:

• Have successfully completed their secondary schooling, or equivalent, or;
• Are adults with previous training or work experience, or;
• Are special creative applicants that pass the entry exam.

AND:

• Must be 18 years of age or older, and;
• Demonstrate proficiency in English to the following levels:

IELTS* Band Score (overall)

* IELTS test conducted not more than 24 months before the day on which the application is made.

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• A signed agreement that all policies and conditions have been understood and accepted on the Student Pre-Enrolment Checklist.
• A completed International Student Application Form;
• Certified transcripts of academic records from last two years of schooling;
• Certified evidence of date of birth;
• Letter(s) of recommendation from teacher(s);
• Copy of passport details;
• Copy of English language test/evidence of English language proficiency;
• A statement that should include a brief history of their involvement in any related creative activities;
• A 200 word hand written statement in English describing:
  • Reasons for wishing to follow a career in their chosen field;
  • Short and long term career goals;

Interview

Each applicant is interviewed prior to being offered placement in the course. In the case of international students this can be undertaken via teleconference or Internet (using programs such as SKYPE).

At the interview, applicants are required to talk generally about their interests and reasons for their application to this course.

No applicant will be refused entry on the basis of gender, age, marital status, pregnancy, race, colour, ethnic background or religious beliefs. The Australian Institute of Creative Design is an equal opportunity employer and tranining organisation, and actively implements non-discriminatory policies in all its operations.

Please submit applications to:

The application procedure normally takes about four to six weeks. AICD will advise applicants in writing whether your application is successful. Students who have met all the requirements above will receive a Letter of Offer to study at the AICD.

Accepting an Offer

If you wish to accept the offer and secure your place at AICD, please complete and return the Enrolment Form along with:

• Payment for the course deposit - this should be made by cheque or electronic funds transfer in Australian Dollars to the Australian Institute of Fashion Design Pty Ltd.
• Proof of Overseas Student Health Cover initial premium payment/proof of current cover.

Overseas Health Cover Providers

The Australian Institute of Creative Design allows students to select the health cover provider of their choice. We recommend AHM (Australian Health Management) Overseas Student Health Cover.

It is a condition of your visa that you have acceptable health insurance cover for the period of your intended stay in Australia and you will be required to provide evidence that you have paid for your Overseas Student Health Cover before you are permitted to commence your course with us.

Information of the OSHC (including details of OSHC providers) at  http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/StudyCosts/OSHC.htm

Financial Information

Please consider your financial responsibilities as a full time overseas student, before applying for a course at AICD. The below link may be useful in helping you to determine the costs of living and studying in Australia.

Study Costs: http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/StudyCosts/StudyCosts.htm

Make sure you read our Refund Policy in the International Student Handbook before applying for your course.