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PRE-DEPARTURE GUIDE 2019 For Australia Awards Scholarship students Make tomorrow better. curtin.edu/australia-awards
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curtin.edu/australia-awards
Congratulations on
receiving an Australia
Awards Scholarship (AAS).
CONTENTS
We hope you enjoy your
Academic calendar.............................................…..2 What you need to know........................................10
time in Perth and wish you
International Sponsored Student Unit...................3 AAS contract.................................................................10
success with your study Contact the ISSU............................................................3 Living expenses.............................................................10
at Curtin University. This Before you leave your home country.....................4 Suggested weekly budget............................................10
guide aims to make it What to bring .................................................................4 Medicines.......................................................................10
easier for you to prepare On your flight to Perth...................................................4 Parking fees...................................................................10
for your journey to Western Excess baggage ..............................................................5 Text and reference books.............................................10
Australia and your life as a Quarantine guide ...........................................................5 Vehicle expenses...........................................................10
Curtin student. Please read Your arrival...............................................................6 Transferring money to Perth......................................10
Immigration....................................................................6 Overseas Student Health Cover .................................12
it carefully. You can access
Airport reception.............................................................6 Returning home during studies..................................12
further information from
What happens when I arrive at the airport? ..............6 Returning home during semester break....................12
the government’s What happens if my airport host is not there? .........6 Private travel to another country..............................12
AAS website: What happens when I leave the airport? ....................6 Work and study............................................................12
australiaawards.gov.au What happens if my flight details change? ...............6 Tax file number.............................................................12
Family members.............................................................6 Public transport............................................................13
Important information:
Temporary accommodation.........................................6 Driving in Perth.............................................................13
You must bring the
Safety on campus...........................................................6 Your family.............................................................14
following documents with Housing services.............................................................7 Family health cover......................................................14
you to the University when Your finances..................................................................7 Family reunion..............................................................15
you arrive: Getting started.........................................................8 Dependant schooling...................................................15
• your driver’s licence Introductory Academic Program ................................8 Childcare........................................................................15
(if any) Orientation week.............................................................8 What to bring................................................................15
Enrolments......................................................................8 Guidelines and support.........................................16
• your passport The Learning Centre ......................................................9 Students with disability...............................................16
UniEnglish........................................................................9 Policies and procedures...............................................16
• a copy of your e-visa
Privacy Act…………………..................................... ………17
if your visa is not in Student responsibilities…………………............... ………17
your passport.
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ACADEMIC INTERNATIONAL SPONSORED
CALENDAR STUDENTS UNIT
Please read the academic calendar carefully and Please note: there are also courses that operate on The International Sponsored Students Unit (ISSU) is CONTACT THE ISSU:
familiarise yourself with the key dates and activities. a trimester timetable (an accelerated study program a team of dedicated staff who support and manage
ISSU mobile: +61 423 026 262
Most courses at Curtin operate on a two-semester with three trimesters per year). AAS students and act as intermediaries between the
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), AAS Email: issu@curtin.edu.au
timetable. The first semester commences in February AAS students enrolled in trimester study mode will
and ends in June, and the second semester starts in have a different academic calendar. students and Curtin. Web: curtin.edu/australia-awards
July and ends in November. As AAS student contact officers (SCO), the ISSU
staff have specialised roles to ensure students are Ms Julie Craig (AAS SCO) Manager, ISSU
While the majority of Curtin courses commence in the
first semester, there are some courses that can start provided with quality support during their course Tel: +61 8 9266 2437
in second semester. and complete their studies within the specified time
Email: J.M.Craig@curtin.edu.au
frame stated in their scholarship placement offer.
The ISSU is also responsible for DFAT reporting and
SEMESTER ONE 2019 SEMESTER TWO 2019 Ms Raquel Iliano (AAS SCO)
academic monitoring for Curtin students.
14-18 Jan Arrive in Perth 17-21 Jun Arrive in Perth The ISSU can assist you with any queries you may Sponsored Students Coordinator
21 Jan Introductory Academic 24 Jun Introductory Academic have before you arrive in Australia. These could Tel: +61 8 9266 1941
Program commences* Program commences* include questions about accommodation, specific Email: Raquel.Iliano@curtin.edu.au
18-22 Feb Orientation week 22-26 Jul Orientation week course information, living in Perth, visa requirements
for you and your family, dependant schooling and Mr Ian Tsen (AAS SCO)
25 Feb Classes commence 29 Jul Classes commence the cost and availability of childcare. When you
25 Feb – 22 Mar Four teaching weeks 29 Jul – 23 Aug Four teaching weeks arrive, the ISSU will provide you with documents and Sponsored Students Coordinator
brochures to help you familiarise yourself with Perth Tel: +61 8 9266 1192
25 -29 Apr Tuition-free week 26–30 Aug Tuition-free week
and Curtin. Email: I.Tsen@curtin.edu.au
1-18 Apr Three teaching weeks 2–27 Sep Four teaching weeks
22-26 Apr Tuition-free week 30 Sep - 4 Oct Tuition-free week FIND US ON CAMPUS:
29 Apr – 31 May Five teaching weeks 1 Oct - 2 Nov Four teaching weeks Curtin International, Building 101
Curtin University
3-7 Jun Study week 4-8 Nov Study week Kent Street Bentley WA 6102
10-21 Jun Examinations 4-8 Nov Examinations
10 July Results released 11 Dec Results released CONTACT SECURITY
Curtin Security: +61 8 9266 4444
Please note: the above dates are correct at time of printing but may be subject to change.
*Attendance is compulsory for AAS students.
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EXCESS BAGGAGE Drugs and medicines
BEFORE YOU LEAVE Many economy class passengers have a baggage
limit of 20 kilograms. We recommend you ask a travel
All drugs and medicines should be declared for
inspection, especially products that:
YOUR HOME COUNTRY agent or your airline for more information on
baggage regulations.
• contain substances that are prohibited without
a permit (including narcotics, amphetamines,
hallucinogens, barbiturates, vaccines, anabolic
WHAT TO BRING Copies of important documents: we recommend QUARANTINE GUIDE and androgenic steroids, growth hormones, and
Medical history and prescriptions: required for photocopying documents such as your passport. You Australia has a unique environment, free from many erythropoietin (EPO))
ongoing medication. can give copies to your family for safekeeping or pack of the pests and diseases found elsewhere in the
one in your luggage as a standby. • are regarded as performance enhancers in sport.
world. If you are visiting Australia, you must be aware
Funds: we recommend you arrive in Australia with at Medicines that should be declared include prescribed
Laptop (optional): you may want to bring your of Australian quarantine laws.
least AUD$800 in cash. medications; non-prescription, complementary,
laptop, along with any webcam attachments, so you When you arrive in Australia, you will need to
Clothing: students generally wear comfortable, can contact home via Skype. alternative, herbal and traditional medicines;
complete an Incoming Passenger Card. This card vitamins and mineral preparations; and nutritional
casual clothes such as jeans, t-shirts and skirts.
Other: it would be helpful to bring some of the must be read carefully and completed truthfully. It and dietary supplements. Do not carry illicit
Everyday wear is acceptable clothing for classes at
following items, which will be useful for group work is important to remember the Incoming Passenger substances into or out of Australia. Penalties for drug
Curtin. September to March are the warmer months,
during your Introductory Academic Program: Card is a legal document and any false declaration offences in Australia are severe and could result in a
with average temperatures ranging from 12 degrees
can lead to prosecution resulting in a heavy fine or jail term.
Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius. In summer months, • postcards/DVDs of your country
imprisonment, or both.
most people wear lightweight t-shirts and shorts. • a map of your country Learn more
April to August are generally colder months with Food, plant and animal material
• a t-shirt featuring a map of your country For more information about Australian quarantine
average temperatures ranging from 8 degrees Celsius All animal and plant products, including food items, laws, please contact the Australian High Commission
to 26 degrees Celsius. A warm, waterproof jacket is • music from your country in any format must be declared for inspection and will be returned or embassy in your country or visit the Biosecurity in
necessary during these months. Visit the Australian • an example of your national dress, or small piece of in most cases. No matter how small or trivial your Australia website at agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity
Bureau of Meteorology website at bom.gov.au for traditional weaving/craft as a conversation starter, items may seem, they are potentially harmful to
more information. a song or dance to perform, or one that others can Australian flora and fauna. Please note: this information is intended as a guide
perform with you only.
Equipment: most accommodation, except Currency
homestay, will not include equipment such as • the knowledge of how to cook a few recipes unique
There is no limit to the amount of currency you
cooking utensils, sheets and blankets. You may to your country.
can bring into Australia, however you must declare
choose to bring some of these items with you.
Alternatively, products can be purchased from a wide ON YOUR FLIGHT TO PERTH amounts of AUD$10,000 or more in Australian
currency or foreign equivalent.
variety of stores. Secondhand household items are If you have special dietary needs (for example, Halal),
also available at cheap prices. please remember to contact your airline before you
Please note: electricity in Perth is 240V 50Hz. leave your home country to order your special meals.
Adaptors are readily available in Perth.
References: work references, housing references
(from previous landlords if you have rented a property
before) and personal references will be useful.
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YOUR ARRIVAL
If you have any doubts about quarantine laws when The following working day, a Curtin representative
you arrive in Australia, ask to speak to a quarantine will meet you in the hotel lobby and take you to
officer after you have collected your baggage. You will Curtin’s main campus at Bentley (free of charge),
most likely find them helpful and understanding. where you will meet the ISSU/SCO. Please bring your
passport and a copy of your e-visa letter.
IMMIGRATION Please note: if you are staying at a private, off-
When you land in Perth, you will be asked to campus location (with family and friends, for
complete an immigration form that asks you to give example) you must make your own way to Curtin
your contact address. If you do not know the address International on the first business day after you
of your temporary accommodation, you can give arrive.
the University’s contact details (refer to the ISSU
contacts on page 3). What happens if my flight details change?
If you change your flight details prior to your
AIRPORT RECEPTION scheduled departure, or you miss your flight, please
The AAS post in your country will inform the ISSU contact the ISSU (refer to page 3 for contact details).
if you need airport reception, so we can arrange for
someone to meet you at the airport. Please contact FAMILY MEMBERS
one of the Curtin ISSU staff members directly if you Please contact the ISSU as soon as possible if any of HOUSING SERVICES For more information, consult the housing services
have any questions about your airport reception. your family members will be travelling with you. The Housing Services Office is located in Building brochure in your welcome pack or contact:
102, Curtin Connect. It is available to help you For more information, visit housing.curtin.edu.au.
What happens when I arrive at the airport? TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION find housing, and provides students with impartial
A Curtin host carrying a Curtin sign will meet you at Curtin will choose affordable temporary information about on- and off-campus housing YOUR FINANCES
the airport. The airport can be very busy so finding accommodation for you based on value for money, alternatives. New-to-Perth students get priority to All AAS students are provided with AUD$5,000
your host may take some time. Your airport host location and service. On your request, the ISSU will live on campus. We advise you to apply immediately to establish themselves in Perth. This money can
will provide you with a welcome pack that contains book you a room for two nights if you arrive on as housing is always in high demand. We recommend be used to pay for your rental bond, a computer,
information about Perth, Curtin and the ISSU. a weeknight, or for three nights if you arrive on a you stay on campus for one semester before bringing textbooks, living requirements and general expenses.
You may wish to purchase a mobile phone at the Friday or Saturday. Temporary accommodation your family to Perth.
The ISSU will help you open an Australian bank
airport on arrival, once you clear immigration. There costs approximately AUD$95–135 per room, per To secure your on-campus accommodation, please account on your first day at Curtin. You can place
is a 24-hour phone purchase service at the airport. night. You will be responsible for paying for your contact the ISSU so we can help you to make your allowance into the account and the funds should
own accommodation. arrangements for payment.
What happens if my airport host is not there? be available the same day. Even though AUD$5,000
If your host has not arrived, please phone the ISSU Students without on-campus accommodation may seem like a lot of money – especially if you
mobile or the Curtin Safer Community Team. If you generally find permanent off-campus accommodation mentally convert it into your country’s currency –
are then advised to catch a taxi from the airport, the within two or three days. The Housing Services Office you will need most of it to establish yourself in Perth.
taxi fare will cost approximately AUD$60. You must staff will brief you on housing options when you arrive The ISSU will organise for all AAS students’
obtain a receipt from the taxi driver to have that fee and then take you to look at accommodation options. Contribution to Living Expenses allowance (CLE)
reimbursed later. The sooner you find permanent accommodation, the to commence from the date you arrive. The CLE is
ISSU SCO mobile
SAFETY ON CAMPUS less money you need to spend on temporary deposited electronically into your bank account at the
Tel: +61 423 026 262 accommodation. end of each fortnight and will cover your basic living
costs while you are studying at Curtin.
Curtin Safer Community Team When choosing permanent accommodation, we
Your safety is our priority. The Curtin Safer
Tel: +61 8 9266 4444 advise you to consider:
Community Team conducts regular patrols of the
campus 24 hours a day, every day of the week. • access – public transport availability, walking
What happens when I leave the airport?
They also provide a security escort service in the distance to the University campus
If you arrive between 8.30am and 3pm Monday
evenings that can take you to your car, other parts • cost – please refer to page 10 for a suggested
to Friday, and you have arranged on-campus
of campus or student housing. weekly accommodation budget
permanent accommodation, you will be taken
directly to your accommodation. If you arrive outside We also encourage you to download the free • type and size – living alone or sharing, family
these hours, or if you have not arranged on-campus SafeZone app. SafeZone connects you directly to members and their needs (such as schooling and
accommodation, you will be taken to temporary our security team when you need help or first aid, childcare)
accommodation arranged by Curtin (booked for 2 or at any time. The app is currently available for use
• security – look for housing that has deadlocks and
3 nights). within the grounds of our main campus.
security screens.
properties.curtin.edu.au/safetyatcurtin
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THE LEARNING CENTRE UNIENGLISH
GETTING STARTED The Learning Centre (TLC) is located in Building
105 – the University library, offering learning
UniEnglish is a confidential online English language
analysis tool that will help you identify your
support programs that enhance students’ academic strengths and weaknesses, draw up a language
INTRODUCTORY ACADEMIC ORIENTATION WEEK performance at all levels. These programs cover areas development plan and find out how to obtain English
PROGRAM Curtin’s international student orientation starts one including preparing research papers, general grammar language support at Curtin.
The Introductory Academic Program (IAP) is designed week before classes commence and attendance is and punctuation, writing for various academic areas, UniEnglish is quick to complete online and is
to introduce you to Curtin and prepare you for your compulsory. It provides you with the opportunity note-taking and critical reading skills. available to all Curtin students. There are four
academic studies. The ISSU will give you a program to settle into the Curtin community: meet current All seminars are conducted by expert lecturers in a sections – reading, listening, writing and speaking –
outline when you arrive on campus. In most cases, students, form new friendships, take a campus tour, relaxed and supportive environment. and you can do them separately or together. Results
you will have seven days to settle your housing needs attend course information sessions and find out for the reading and listening sections are available
about the clubs and services that are available to For more information, contact TLC:
before the IAP begins. instantly online. The writing and speaking sections
assist you. Tel: +61 8 9266 7166 are assessed individually by qualified English
The IAP is conducted over four weeks and addresses
issues such as cultural transition, the use of library Visit orientation.curtin.edu.au for more information. Email: tlc@curtin.edu.au language professionals. UniEnglish is a tool for you to
services, plagiarism, referencing, student and lecturer Web: learningcentre.curtin.edu.au use as part of your personal language development
relations, group work, academic writing, study skills, ENROLMENTS strategy. It is voluntary, free of charge and accessible
English language skills and an assessment of your from any computer with internet access.
Your Curtin Letter of Offer is your authority to enrol
individual study needs. Within these four weeks into your course. ISSU staff will provide you with the Web: unienglish.curtin.edu.au
you will also attend a one-day AAS briefing session information you need to enrol.
covering your responsibilities as a student, as well You must enrol in full-time study (normally 100
as presenting information on the AAS scholarships, credits per semester for coursework).
Overseas Student Health Cover, resources available
on and off campus, bringing your family to Australia If you need to reduce your study load, you will have
and the Student Guild. to seek approval from both the ISSU and your school
of study.
Please note: if you need to change course, you will
need to advise the ISSU who will seek approval from
AAS in your home country.
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WHAT YOU NEED
TO KNOW
AAS CONTRACT PARKING FEES
All participants in the AAS program must fulfil their Curtin charges pay-as-you-go parking fees for
contractual obligations. This includes completing students who plan to park on campus. There are
your scholarship within the allocated time period. different fees for long-term and short-term parking.
Visit parking.curtin.edu.au for the most up-to-date
LIVING EXPENSES information.
Knowing the average living costs in Australia is
an important part of your financial preparation. TEXT AND REFERENCE BOOKS
You should budget AUD$480 a week (single) and We recommend you budget around AUD$150–400
AUD$820 a week (family). Of course, this will change per semester for text and reference books. Some
depending on your situation and interests. books are available for a lower price from the Curtin
For your reference, here are some of the costs Student Guild’s Secondhand Bookshop, or from
associated with living and studying in Australia. students who advertise on noticeboards around
All costs are in Australian dollars and linked to the campus.
consumer price index.
VEHICLE EXPENSES
ACCOMMODATION Students intending to purchase a motor vehicle
will incur additional expenses such as petrol,
On campus $155 to $280 per week insurance and licence costs. It is also advisable
Homestay $235 to $325 per week to purchase motor vehicle insurance in case of an
accident or theft.
Rental $165 to $440 per week
TRANSFERRING MONEY TO PERTH
Shared rental $85 to $215 per week
Students wishing to transfer money from overseas
OTHER LIVING EXPENSES will need to:
• complete either a telegraphic transfer or bank draft
Groceries and eating out $80 to $280 per week
• include the SWIFT code, account number and BSB
Gas, electricity $35 to $140 per week number of the account into which they wish to
Phone and internet $20 to $55 per week deposit funds.
Please note: bank drafts take six to eight weeks to
Public transport $15 to $55 per week process unless the draft is in Australian dollars and
Car (after purchase) $150 to $260 per week drawn on an Australian bank. There may be fees
involved with both transactions.
Entertainment $80 to $150 per week
This is intended as a guide only. Source:
studyinaustralia.gov.au
MEDICINES
Pharmaceutical products in Perth can be quite
expensive compared with other countries.
Medications such as antibiotics and some
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 cost around AUD$12.
You can purchase pain relief tablets such as
paracetamol or aspirin from supermarkets without
a perscription.
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WHAT YOU NEED
TO KNOW (continued)
OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER RETURNING HOME DURING SEMESTER
The Australian Government requires all international BREAK
students to have Overseas Student Health Cover If you return home during semester break, we would
(OSHC) for the length of their student visa. AAS pays recommend that you retain local health cover in your
for health insurance for the scholarship holder only (not home country during your studies as you will not be
for dependants), which will cover you from the day you covered by OSHC while you are outside of Australia.
arrive in Perth until the day you depart. The nominated
health insurance provider for Curtin students is Allianz PRIVATE TRAVEL TO ANOTHER COUNTRY
Global Assistance (formerly OSHC Worldcare). The ISSU
will organise your single OSHC Allianz membership DURING SEMESTER BREAK
(Essentials cover) before you arrive in Australia. If you travel to another country during semester
break, we recommend that you arrange private travel
Your health insurance covers 100 per cent of the
insurance before travelling as you will not be covered
Medicare Benefits Schedule fee for standard medical
by OSHC while you are outside of Australia.
consultations and 100 per cent of the government
set fees for an in-patient service in a public hospital
WORK AND STUDY PUBLIC TRANSPORT Getting to and from Curtin
(unless it is a pre-existing condition). If you attend the A range of bus and train services are available
health service on campus, you will receive a 100 per Your international student visa allows you to work Buses, trains and some ferries in Perth are operated
part-time (up to 40 hours every 2 weeks) during by Transperth, the Western Australian Government’s between Curtin, the Perth city centre and surrounding
cent rebate for standard medical consultations and areas.
pathology services. On-campus counselling services are semester and full-time during semester breaks. transport system. Full-time students are eligible
free of charge. Part-time work in Australia is well paid but for significant concessions on fares. Tickets are Key bus routes
competition for jobs is high. You can often fit a part- interchangeable on all types of public transport and Curtin to Perth city centre: 72 and 75
The fees for health services are set by the Australian are valid for 2 hours from the time of purchase.
Government and are covered by your health insurance; time work schedule around your studies, but because Curtin to Cannington Train Station: 34 and 72
however, some healthcare providers can charge it can’t be guaranteed, you shouldn’t rely on it to pay For more information, see transperth.wa.gov.au. Curtin to Canning Bridge Train Station: 100 and 101
their own fees for the services they provide. It is very for your tuition and living expenses.
SmartRider cards Timetables are available at transperth.wa.gov.au or
important to clarify fees before requesting services. Your dependant family members are also allowed to The Transperth SmartRider card is a multiple-use at Guild reception (Building 106F).
Your health cover does not cover dental treatment, work up to 40 hours every two weeks, unless you’re electronic ticket you can use on all forms of public
optical treatment or physiotherapy. We recommend studying a master or doctoral degree, in which case transport in Perth. As a full-time Curtin student, you DRIVING IN PERTH
you take out additional extras cover at your own there is no limit to the number of hours they can are entitled to Transperth concession fares.
expense. The product offered by Allianz to cover these work. You may be able to drive in Western Australia with
The ISSU/SCO will provide more information when an overseas driver’s licence for a short period of time,
additional expenses is known as StudentPlus. For more information see homeaffairs.gov.au. you arrive to Curtin. For more information about the however you must fully understand the policy and
Please note: dental services in Australia are Transperth SmartRiders, see students.curtin.edu.au/ rules before driving in Perth.
very expensive, so we encourage students to TAX FILE NUMBER campus/travel/travel-concession
have all major dental work done before leaving The Australian Federal Government requires anyone See transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/visit-or-move-
home. For more information, speak to the OSHC working in Australia or with an Australian bank to-wa.asp
Allianz representative on campus or visit curtin’s account to have a tax file number. Banks must be
international student website: international. provided with a tax file number to ensure the correct
curtin.edu.au/pre-departure/health-insurance tax is charged on any interest earned on an account.
For family health cover costs and information, see Tax file number application forms are available
page 14. online from the Australian Tax Office. Forms must
be lodged at the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
RETURNING HOME DURING YOUR and you must take your passport and student ID
STUDIES ON UNIVERSITY BUSINESS card with you. You can also apply online via the ATO
If you return to your home country for Curtin-affiliated website at ato.gov.au/individuals
business purposes such as fieldwork, we recommend
that you retain local health cover in your home country
during your studies. The maximum travel period
covered for an approved business trip under University
Travel Insurance is six months with a medical expense
limit of AUD$25,000. Retaining local health cover will
ensure that you are still able to obtain compensation
should any medical expenses exceed these limits.
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FAMILY REUNION CHILDCARE
All AAS scholarship students who arrive unaccompanied The childcare centre on campus can assess the
and have a scholarship duration of two or more years support needs of children from different or non-
will be eligible for the scholarship reunion airfare English speaking cultures. However, we advise
entitlement to return to their home country once a you to make a childcare booking before arriving in
year. The first flight can be taken after the successful Perth as there can be a 12-month waiting period.
completion of one year of study. Eligibility will be
For more information, contact:
assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Curtin Early Childhood Centre
DEPENDANT SCHOOLING Tel: + 61 8 9266 7459
School-aged dependants of all AAS scholarship Email: childcare@curtin.edu.au
students are eligible to attend the government
(public) school system through the Department Web: earlychildhoodcentre.curtin.edu.au
of Education of Western Australia under the same When you arrive, the ISSU will provide a list of other
conditions as local students, provided the school has childcare centres close to Curtin’s main campus
been registered and has the capacity to accept them. in Bentley.
Minimum school charges apply to all government A childcare assistance rebate is available from the
primary and secondary schools. Some are voluntary Australian Government to reduce childcare costs for
(approximately AUD$60 for primary and AUD$235 AAS students. The process for claiming this rebate
for lower secondary per child, per year), while will be explained at the AAS briefing session.
secondary school fees vary according to individual
subject selection (ranging between AUD$200–500, WHAT TO BRING
per child, per year). Optional courses of study and • Family members’ birth certificates
YOUR FAMILY excursions will have additional costs and students will
be required to purchase school uniforms.
• Marriage certificate
• Children’s immunisation records
The ISSU will assist you with Confirmation of
There are many schools and services close to campus 2018 OSHC ALLIANZ ESSENTIALS COVER Placement letters that are needed to issue a • Children’s original school reports (and copies
that will allow your family to enjoy a happy, healthy school-aged dependant visa. They will also assist translated into English by a professional translator)
lifestyle. Length Dual Multi with school enrolments when your family arrives.
Single • Spouse’s qualification certificates and transcripts
of cover family family
Your Introductory Academic Program (IAP) will Please note: if your child is enrolled in a public school (may assist in obtaining employment or training)
include a detailed information session on bringing 12 months $609 $2,138 $3,300 and requires English as a second language tuition • Spouse’s work references and personal references
your family and helping to support them during your (usually not relevant for children six years of age and
24 months $1,260 $4,196 $6,260 (may assist in obtaining employment or training).
time in Perth. under), you will be responsible for meeting the local
36 months $1,890 $5,954 $9,216 contributions and charges of the program for your
FAMILY HEALTH COVER child. The program can cost approximately AUD$80–
You are responsible for arranging your family’s 48 months $2,880 $9,302 $14,400
150 per child per year, depending on the child’s level
health cover, which is compulsory in order to obtain Dual family: covers one valid student visa holder plus of English. It is recommended your child begins
visas for your family. We strongly advise you to either one adult spouse or recognised de facto partner English language training before they arrive in Perth.
arrive in Australia initially on your own and once you or one or more dependant children.
You are also responsible for meeting the local costs of
have arrived, the ISSU can assist you to organise Multi family: covers one student visa holder plus any disability or special learning support programs for
your family’s health cover. You may add your family more than one dependant which can only include one your children, if required. Costs can vary between a few
members onto your membership before or after your adult spouse or recognised de facto partner and one thousand dollars and AUD$25,000. You may be required
arrival. To add your family members to your single or more dependant children. to move your child to a school specifically designed to
OSHC membership, you will need to contact the ISSU
Fees are correct at time of printing but may be subject provide the required support. According to Department
(contacts on page 3) to obtain your OSHC Allianz
to change. Visit oshcallianzassistance.com.au for of Education policy, students will not be enrolled where
membership number.
up-to-date prices. the costs of providing an appropriate education program
The ISSU will organise and pay for your single OSHC exceed the AUD$25,000 maximum annual tuition charge.
Allianz membership (Essentials cover) before you Please note: OSHC Allianz Essentials cover has no
arrive in Australia. You are responsible for the cost of waiting periods for pregnancy or mental health
adding your family onto your existing student OSHC related services.
Allianz Essentials cover. Please see the prices in the
following table, or visit the international student
website for more information.
Web: international.curtin.edu.au/pre-departure/
health-insurance
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Grievance procedures STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Curtin has official procedures in place to assist
It is your responsibility to:
students in resolving concerns about academic and
other matters. Complaints can relate to academic • understand and comply with all relevant laws,
disputes, the behaviour of staff and other students, statutes, rules, by-laws, guiding ethical principals,
or anything else you feel has breached Curtin’s policies and procedures relating to your rights and
Code of Conduct. Any person is entitled to lodge a responsibilities as a student. For more information,
complaint with the Curtin University Integrity and visit students.curtin.edu.au/rights
Standards Unit (the ISU), through a form available at • participate constructively in your learning
complaints.curtin.edu.au experience
Once you have completed the complaints form, you • be aware of information on course requirements,
will receive a complaint ID number and a copy of your unit requirements and academic progress
notification via email, after which your complaint will
be assessed and progressed accordingly. • behave in an appropriate manner in classes,
showing respect for both staff and fellow students
International student conciliator
The Department of Education Services of Western • act honestly and responsibly in relation to
Australia has appointed a conciliator for international academic matters and the use of University
students studying in Western Australia. The facilities at all times
conciliator has an independent grievance handling • recognise that cheating, plagiarism and fabrication
and dispute resolution role, and can be contacted on: or falsification of data are not acceptable
Tel: +61 8 9441 1900 • adhere to the proper use of copyright material
Email: conciliation@des.wa.gov.au • act at all times with respect for the rights of others,
GUIDELINES AND SUPPORT Web: des.wa.gov.au/internationaleducation/
ieconciliation/Pages/default.aspx
and to accept and embrace diversity
• be available during the examination period (you
If a complaint is not resolved to the satisfaction of an should schedule any travel arrangements for after
international student, the matter should be discussed the examination period)
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES with a student advisor or the deputy vice-chancellor, • switch off your mobile phone during lectures,
The University has dedicated confidential support Diversity and Inclusion international. tutorials and when in the library
services for students with disability. The definition Supporting Curtin’s values and signature behaviours,
of ‘disability’ includes mental health or medical Ombudsman Western Australia • access OASIS (the online student portal) and
we recognise that fostering diversity benefits
conditions that are permanent or temporary. If you Students can also ask for an internal and external check the Official Communications Channel (OCC)
the University community and results in a safe,
have a disability that may impact on your studies, review of their complaint from the ombudsman, regularly
innovative and prosperous environment. Our
the Australia Awards post will contact the Curtin Diversity and Inclusion Policy acknowledges this Western Australia. For an outline of the process, visit • pay tuition fees by the due date (if you fail to do so,
student contact officers (SCO) to begin discussions and explains the principles of right, opportunity, ombudsman.wa.gov.au/Complaints/Overseas_ you will incur an enrolment sanction)
about what disability support is offered and your recognition and inclusion, to be upheld by all Student_Complaints.htm
• ensure all enrolment details are correct
potential requirements. The post will also contact members of the University community.
the Department of Home Affairs to discuss your visa PRIVACY ACT – RELEASE OF ACADEMIC • ensure your student visa remains current and
application. Visa conditions also require international If you feel disadvantaged on the basis of difference, reflects the specified length of the course you are
you can discuss your concerns confidentially with RESULTS AND STUDENT INFORMATION
students to have Overseas Student Health Cover enrolled in.
staff in our Ethics, Equity and Social Justice team. Under government law, Curtin is not able to
(OSHC). Most standard OSHC premiums do not cover
disclose academic performance details, enrolment It is a condition of your student visa that you:
treatment for pre-existing disability during the first Curtin Ethics, Equity and Social Justice
information or personal details to any unauthorised
18 months of membership. Students with disability • maintain up-to-date contact details with the
Email: eesj@curtin.edu.au persons, including family members, unless the
who are granted student visas may therefore have University, including Australian residential address
Web: eesj.curtin.edu.au student has given written consent. Academic results
to obtain additional health insurance, or have extra and phone number
cannot be released to students until the official
funds available to cover medical requirements. If you Code of conduct • notify the University within seven days of changing
release date.
have been issued with an AAS DFAT visa, or have Understand the rights you have as a student and the your residential address while you are a student at
become disabled while studying at Curtin, you will be expectations the University has of you. The Student Curtin
provided with support from the University. conduct at Curtin webpage explains your rights and • satisfy your course requirements and maintain a
For more information on disability services at Curtin responsibilities and is available at students.curtin. valid enrolment
contact: edu.au/rights/conduct.cfm
• maintain your Overseas Student Health Cover (if
Curtin’s Disability Services your health cover expires, your benefits payable
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