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Introduction and Why Choose Hibernia 03Principal’s Message 03Facilities available for the students 04Courses Offered at Hibernia Institute 05Duration, Admission Criteria and Course Fee 05Other fees & Academic Calendar 09Application & Enrolment Procedure 09Marketing Representative 09Payment Details 10Additional Information about Study in Australia 12Application Form 13Refund Policy 15 Terms and Conditions 15Disclaimer and Privacy Statement 20Administrative and Contact Details 20

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IntroductionHibernia Institute has the expertise and passion to provide the highest quality education for our students and empower our graduates to become leaders in their chosen field. We strive to provide education where individuals gain the skills and knowledge to achieve their potential. Hibernia Institute offers the key tools to make study relevant, current, and convenient – enhanced by a high level of support to help students graduate successfully.

On behalf of the staff and associates, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Hibernia Institute Brisbane (HIB) and Hibernia Institute Sydney (HIS) as you look to enrich and enhance your knowledge, career and future. Hibernia Institute endeavours to provide high quality vocational education and to ensure high level of satisfaction to both international and Australian students while maintaining professional, personal and academic integrity in all its activities.

Hibernia Institute is a dynamic and fast growing independent education provider of vocational courses in Business and IT, providing pathways into higher education. Hibernia Institute is a place for learning about life and learning about working within a diverse social and international business environment. We take great pride in ensuring that your student life at Hibernia Institute will be a safe and memorable one.

Why Choose Hibernia Institute•Highlyqualifiedteacherswithindustryexperience•Individualcareandattentionwithsmallgroupsize•Greatcitycentrelocationandclosetopublictransport•Astudent-centered,friendlyandsupportivelearningenvironment

Hibernia Institute is conveniently located in the two popular cities of Sydney and Bris-bane, with close proximity to all modes of public transport. The Hibernia Institute at both campuses boasts state of the art facilities and resources for teaching and learning. We are proud of the personal touch and the high levels of student sup-port provided by our staff. We have exten-sive experience in working with students of multicultural background, and we look forward to sharing our experience and knowledge with you.

I wish you good luck and great success as you commence your voyage of learning and discovery. I invite you to study the information available on this website and engage in more detail about how Hibernia Institute can help you make the most of your learning experience.

Yours sincerely,Principal

•State-of-artfacilitiescampuswithwirelessaccess•Excellentstudentsupportservices•Competitiveandaffordablecoursefee•Industryprofessionalswithstrongknowledge

Message from Principal

Our dedicated team of trainers are experienced, quali f ied, and are constantly in touch with current industry requirements and trends. They understand the needs of students and utilise innovative learning techniques and deliver the skills, knowledge and insights to the students to achieve success in their own field. A team of qualified trainers are available to assist with studies, and mentor students through the training program to complete their qualification.

Hibernia Institute and the Australian

Government anticipate that overseasstudents studying in Australia will have a safe, enjoyable and rewarding experience. Australia’s laws promote equality and consumer protection for overseas students. Hibernia Institute is a fully compliant Registered Training Organisation which meets the required standards and compliance under the Australian government legislation.

Hibernia Institute Brisbane & Sydney campuses are located in theCity CBDprecinct with convenient access to public transport.

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Our MissionHibernia Institute Brisbane & Sydney are established to provide innovative education programs that foster academic, cultural, and personal development and aim to lay the foundation for students to become engagedglobalcitizens.HiberniaInstitute endeavours to provide high quality relevant tertiary and vocational education to Australian and international students in both Brisbane and Sydney.Hibernia Institute offer Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) accredited programs in Sydney and Brisbane Campuses.Alltheprogramsarenationallyrecognizedandcanbear-ticulated to a selected University level bachelor degree program thus providing a pathway to higher education.

Facilities available for studentsClassroomsClassroomsarefullyequippedwithwhiteboards,OHP,dataprojectors,andInternetconnections.Allclassroomsareair-conditionedandwellfurnishedwithstudytablesand chairs.

ComputerLabsComputerlabsarenetworkedandfittedwithhigh-speedDellComputermachineswithflat screen monitors. All computers have Microsoft Office Professional and have net-workedprintingfacilities.ComputerlabsalsoprovidehighspeedInternetac-cesses to download study materials/information for the assignments, field work and project work.

WirelessCampusClassroomsandopenstudyareasprovidewirelessconnectionsandstudentsareurged to acquire a notebook computer of their own, to increase their study ef-fectiveness.

Printing and photocopying facilitiesAll students have access to printing and photocopying facilities for course related materials.Thesefacilitiesareavailableonauser-paybasis.

ResourceCentre/LibraryHibernia Institute has a wide range of reference books that can be borrowed to facilitate any research relating to the course. Students can also use the library for general reference and research.

StudentCommonRoomThere is a common room for students to relax during their class breaks in Sydney, while an outdoor area is available in Brisbane.

StudentSupportandLearningAssistanceCentreLearningAssistanceisavailableforstudentsrequiringadditionalacademicsupportorremedialEnglishlanguageassistance.Regularstudyskillsworkshopsareconductedtohelpthestudentstoachievemaximumresultsintheirstudies.One-on-oneassistancewith assignments and assessment tasks are provided to students by appointment.

AcademicCounsellingAcademiccounselingisavailableonrequestbytheAcademicDirectorandDirectorof Studies.

Personal/welfare counselling Personal counseling for social matters is available, by appointment, from the Stu-dentWelfareCounselor.

Airportpick-upandaccommodationsupportHibernia Institutecanarrange forairportpick-uponauser-paybasisandalsoprovide advice/guidance regarding accommodation for international students. Students must notify Hibernia Institute at the time of accepting the offer for any accommodation and airport pickup requests.

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CoursesofferedatHiberniaInstitute

ICA50711 Diploma of Software Development

CRICOS Course Code: QLD077267C

Course Intakes: January, April, July & OctoberCourse Duration:52weeksTuition Fees: AUD$8,000Campus: Brisbane only

CourseDescription: This course provides skills that are essential in designing and developing software for commercial systems. You will gain skills in responding to clients needs and developing software that extends from solving a business problem, through to the implementation of the complete system.

EntryRequirements:•HavecompletedYear12(HSC).Preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include afterachievingICA40711CertificateIVinSystemsAnalysisandDesign,orother relevant qualifications or units equivalenttothecoreofICA40711•AcademicIELTS5.5overall,nolessthan5.0ineachbandorupperintermediateorEAPfromapprovedELICOS/ESLcentre.•18yearsorabove•Applicantswithnoformalqualificationand who can provide evidence of relevant and sufficient work experience can be considered

CourseOutcome:Students who gain this qualification can further theirstudyintheAdvancedDiplomaofInformationTechnology. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors.

ICAICT418A Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an IT environment

Core

ICAPRG418A Apply intermediate programming skills in another language

Core

ICAPRG501A Apply advanced object-oriented language skills Core

ICAPRG502A Manage a project using software management tools

Core

ICAPRG503A Debug and monitor applications Core

ICAPRG504A Deploy an application to a production environment Core

ICAPRG520A Validate an application design against specifications

Core

ICAPRG523A Apply advanced programming skills in another language

Core

ICAPRG527A Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills Core

ICAPRG529A Apply testing techniques for software development Core

ICAICT403A Apply software development methodologies Elective

ICAICT509A Gather data to identify business requirements Elective

ICAPMG501A Manage IT projects Elective

ICASAD506A Produce a feasibility report Elective

ICASAS514A Perform integration tests Elective

ICAWEB502A Create dynamic web pages Elective

CoRE UnIT

SPECIAlIST ElECTIVE UnITS

Summary of the employability skills developed through this qualification can be downloaded from

http://employabilityskills.training.com.au

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BSB40507 Certificate IV in Business Administration

CRICOS Course Code: QlD 064364J; nSW 072328B

Course Intakes: January, April, July & octoberCourse Duration: 26 weeksTuition Fees AUD$4,000Campus: Brisbane & Sydney

Course Description: This course provides skill competencies in exercising initiative in a business environment, organising workplace information, producing business documents, maintaining financial records, delivering and monitoring a service to customers, supporting the implementation of occupational health and safety policy and procedures, producing texts from notes, producing texts from audio transcription, designing and developing business documents, creating and using databases, creating electronic presentations and organising schedules.

Entry Requirements:• Have completed Year 12 (HSC) or Certificate II in IT or equivalent. However, the student must satisfy the prerequisite requirements for this qualification.• Academic IELTS 5.5 overall, no less than 5.0 in each band or upper intermediate or EAP from approved ElICoS/ESl centre.• 18 years or above• Applicants with no formal qualification and who can provide evidence of relevant and sufficient work experience can be considered

BSBITU404A Produce complex desktop published docu-ments

Elective

BSBITA401A Design databases Elective

BSBITU402A Develop and use complex spreadsheet Elective

BSBFIA401A Prepare financial reports Elective

BSBADM405B organise meetings Elective

BSBWoR404A Develop work priorities Elective

BSBREl401A Establish networks Elective

BSBlED401A Develop teams and individuals Elective

BSBADM407B Administer projects Elective

BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

Elective

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Course outcome: Students who gain this qualification can further their study in the Advanced Diploma of Information Technology. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors.

http:// employabilityskills.training.com.au

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Summary of the employability skills developed through this qualification

can be downloaded from

BSB51107 Diploma of Management

CRICOS Course Code: QlD 064367F; nSW 072329A

Course Intakes: January, April, July & octoberCourse Duration: 26 weeksTuition Fees: AUD$4,000Campus: Brisbane & Sydney

Course Description: This course is for people who want to develop the knowledge and skills to work in management across a range of business and organisational settings. The student will study management, human resource management, and customer service and workplace relations, among others.


BSBMGT502B Manage people performance Elective

BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans Elective

BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace Elective

BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan Elective

BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement Elective

BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities Elective

BSBHRM402A Recruit, select and induct staff Elective

BSBInM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system

Elective

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Course outcome: Students who gain this qualification can further their study in the BSB60407 Advanced Diploma of Management. Job roles and titles may vary across different industry sectors.

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BSB60407 Advanced Diploma of Management

CRICOS Course Code: QlD 064368E; nSW 072330G

Course Intakes: January, April, July & octoberCourse Duration: 26weeks(Brisbane)36weeks(Sydney)Tuition Fees:AUD$4,000(Brisbane)AUD$5,000(Sydney)

Campus: Brisbane & Sydney

Course Description: This course is for people who want to develop the knowledge and skills to work in senior or strategic management across a range of business and organisational settings. The student will study the areas of management, financial management, marketing, OHS, and risk management.


BSBInn601A Manage organisational change Elective

BSBMGT616A Develop and implement strategic plans Elective

BSBMGT605B Provide leadership across the organization Elective

BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan Elective

BSBMKG609A Develop a marketing plan Elective

BSBInM601A Manage knowledge and information Elective

BSBMGT608C Manage innovation and continuous improvement

Elective

BSBPMG510A Manage Projects Elective

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Course outcome: Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors.


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TERM 2013 2014 2015

Term 1 28 January - 5 April

3 February - 11 April

2 February - 10 April

Term Break 6 April - 21 April 12 April - 27 April 13 April - 24 April

Term 2 22 April - 28 June 28 April - 4 July 27 April - 3 July

Term Break 29 June - 14 July 5 July - 20 July 6 July - 17 July

Term 3 15 July - 20 September

21 July - 26 September

20 July - 25 September

Term Break 21 September - 6 october

27 September - 12 october

28 September -9 october

Term 4 07 october - 13 December

13 october - 19 December

12 october-18 December

Academic Calendar

Application & Enrolment ProcedureThe Application must be completed and signed by the student. Application form can be found at the back of this brochure or can be downloaded from our website. The Application form must be sent to Hibernia Institute along with the certified copies of academic transcripts (original language version and English translation if applicable) from High School and of any subsequent study. Additional proof of English proficiency IElTS is also required. Students can produce relevant English proficiency test/certificates. Documents may be certified by:

• Authorized Agent (each page marked with the Agent’s Company stamp, name and signature)• Justice of the Peace or Public notary• Institution issuing the Academic Transcript

Applications can be sent by post to Hibernia Institute at Brisbane or Sydney directly or via the Agents. original copies of the faxed/emailed applications along with all of the certified documents must also be mailed to Hibernia Institute for record maintenance.

Marketing RepresentativeHibernia Institute will accept an application from our appointed marketing representative or by direct enrolment through our website (www.hibernia.edu.au). A current list of marketing representatives is available on Hibernia Institute website and the representatives are available for contact at no cost to the student. Any complaints about any particular Marketing Representative, activity, their service or code of conduct, can be made to the Principal via email: [email protected]. only authorised agents are allowed to represent Hibernia Institute.

offer letteroffer letter along with the offer pack, including the following documents will be sent to students. offer pack consists of:• Invoice• International Student Offer Agreement• Personal Information Confirmation• Refund Policy• Fee Payment Options• Confirmation of Student visa

Application and Pre Departure Checklist

• Procedure to Accept the Offer

Acceptance formAcceptance form is a legal agreement between the student and the Institute. Students must complete and sign the acceptance form to accept the offer. The completed acceptance form must be sent to Hibernia Institute along with the following

• Bank Demand Draft/cheque payable in favour of “Hibernia Institute Brisbane” or “Hibernia Institute Sydney” (Hibernia Institute Brisbane, 39 Kennigo Street, Spring Hill, Brisbane, QLD 4004. Hibernia Institute Sydney, Level 1, 16-22 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills, NSW 2010, Australia).

• Credit card (Visa and Master card only). Please note that credit card payments will incur a processing fee. Please contact Hibernia Institute for credit card payments.

• Any additional documents required as per conditions of the offer. Please send a copy of the bank receipt for any telegraphic transfer payments made to Hibernia Institute account as proof of payment. Hibernia Institute requires the original bank deposit slip for any direct deposit payments made into its account.

Other Fees• Enrolment Fee AUD $200.00 (Non

refundable)• OHSC* (health cover)

AUD $425 for Single per year /AUD $1070 for Dual Family per year

• RPL Assessment Fee AUD $200 per unit of Competency

• Re-assessment Fee AUD $200.00 per unit

• Airport Pick Up Fee AUD $132.00

• Home-stay placement assistance Fee AUD $230.00

* Hibernia Institute uses Worldcare as an author-ised health insurance provider and OSHC health cover are under review from time to time. Please check the health fund provider website for up to date information.

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PAYMENT DETAILS

Account name: Hibernia Institute BrisbaneSwift Code: AnZBAU3MBSB: 014240Account number: 487075054Bank name: AnZ BankBank Address: Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, QlD 4006

Account name: Hibernia Institute SydneySwift Code: nATTAAU3303MBSB: 082080Account number: 892884664Bank name: national Australia Bank (NAB)Bank Address: World square, Sydney 2000

DIRECT DEPoSITS

Issue of electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (COE)For international students, an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) will be issued and sent to the student/agent once the payment has been confirmed by Hibernia Institute. The student will receive an eCoE for each course that they have selected and been offered admission. no eCoE will be issued if there are conditions on the offer letter that have not been met.

orientation Information Packon receipt of tuition fee payment, an orientation information schedule is sent to the student. Each student has a specific orientation date and time. Students are required to attend orientation day for information sessions and enrolment. orientation is conducted one week before the course commencement date. If possible, students should arrive at least one week before the course commencement date, in order to adequately settle into their accommodation, and to familiarize themselves with the local surroundings.

Student Visa RequirementsStudents can apply for student visa at the Australian embassy or Australian High Commission in their home country. In some countries, this can be applied online through the registered education agents.Student visa applications must be lodged at the nearest Australian High Commission or Embassy along with all the required documents listed under the student visa application. Student visa will be assessed based on verification of original academic documents, English language requirement for some specific countries and financial requirement .Students are required to provide evidence that they have enough money to support themselves, and any dependent family members named on the visa, while they are in Australia. This includes tuition costs and living expenses. Because international students are only allowed to work for a limited amount of time (20 hours/week), they must provide evidence in advance that they are able to fund their living in Australia.

Applying for student visa varies from Assessment level of the country based on student passport. For more details please visit the DIAC website on www.immi.gov.au

overseas Student Health Cover Overseas student health cover (OSHC) is insurance that provides cover for medical costs and hospital care which international students may need while in Australia. OSHC will also pay for most prescription drugs and emergency ambulance transport. International students studying in Australia must purchase an approved OSHC policy from a registered health benefits organisation - commonly referred to as health funds, before applying for their visa. They will need to buy OSHC before coming to Australia, to provide cover from when they arrive. Students will also need to maintain OSHC throughout their stay in Australia. Further information about OSHC is available at http://www.health.gov.au/

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Student OrientationHibernia Institute conducts an orientation session before the beginning of each course. Students must attend the orientation sessions in order to enable them to settle into the new environment and get adequate information about their course, campus and all other relevant matters.

Orientations sessions includeWelcome and introduction to the campusA tour of the campusIntroduction to teachers/staffInformation about vital contactsDIACregulationsStudent support servicesLibraryresourcesInformation on counselling and career servicesAccommodation informationHealth coverLocalplacesofinterestTransport informationCostoflivingSafety

Language and Literacy TestingProcedures ApplicantswhowishtostudyDiplomaorAdvancedDiplomacourses,and who are unable to provide documentationattestingtheirEnglishproficiency levels, will be tested before they can enrol in the course. The followingtestingproceduresapply:

StudentshavetositforanEnglishtest at Hibernia Institute, designed specifically to establish the following Englishcompetencies:• Syntaxandgrammar,• Readingcomprehension,• Descriptivewriting/free-style essay

and/orabusiness-orientedessay,• Listeningtoordinaryandacademic

spokenEnglish,• Speaking – a brief topic-oriented

discussion.

The test is marked on the principles oftheIELTSbandscoretoestablishastudent’s competence to study in an

academic environment. Students who already have a satisfactoryIELTSscoreandwhoarefound to experience difficulty with theEnglishlanguagearecounselledbytheDirectorofStudiestoundertakefurther studies or remedial studies in English(ESL)foranappropriateduration.The participants for each program offered by the college will be selected in a manner that

CoursedeliveryThe courses are delivered through classroom training, practical workshop, simulation exercises, group work, seminars, tutorials, classroom activities, and supervised study.

CourseassessmentIn general terms, assessment during training includes,

Observation of work activities in a simulated workplaceCasescenariosusingsimulationProjectsSimulation exercises/Role playsPresentationsActivity sheetsWritten tests and exams

Students will be given information in advance of the time and form of any assessment. Students will be given an opportunityforatleastonere-assessmentfor any competency not achieved on the first attempt, subject to meeting minimum satisfactory attendance requirement.

Full Time StudyAustralian law requires international students to study full time which is currently20hoursperweek.Onlyunder extenuating circumstances are students allowed in their last term of study to reduce their hours of study. International students are not permitted to undertake a reduced study load for reasons arising due to credit transfer, exemptions or to repeat failed units morethanonce.TheDirectorofStudieswill guide the students in this situation

on what alternative subjects may be available or which subjects they can undertake to ensure that they comply withthe20hours/weekschedule.Students need to aware that as an international Student, they must maintaintheirattendanceat80%atall times during their study period.

Further StudyGraduatesofHiberniaInstitutemayfurther their studies in the relevant degree programs in Australian universities. There is no guaranteed entry into University programs, however, students with good academic results have a good chance of being accepted by a university.

Working in AustraliaOverseas students with student visa are allowed to work in Australia.However,DIACallowsstudentstoworkfor a limited number of hours which is currently20hoursperweek,whiletheyare enrolled and studying. However, finding work is not easy and under no circumstances can students rely on income earned in Australia to pay for tuition fees. Students are not permitted to work if it interferes with their study.

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Additional InformationAustraliaAustralia is a land of contrasts with sweeping golden beaches, coral reefs rich with marine life, tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, vast grazing landsand sparse deserts.Surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans, Australia has many animals and plants which are unique to the planet. The surface geology is typically old and flat with a major mountain range stretching down the eastern coast and another mountain range in the north west of the continent. Australia is home toapproximately20millionpeoplewithdiverse multicultural backgrounds.

SydneySydney is situated in the most populous state of New South Wales in Australia. Sydney is a dynamic, vibrant and accessible city with diverse localities and world famous tourist attractions. Sydney has a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. Rainfall is spread throughout the year. Sydney, with a population of almost 4 million, andcoveringalmost1120squarekilometres(700squaremiles),isaremarkablyeasycity to move around in. An excellent train, bus and ferry service covers all points of the greater metropolitan area. For more information about Sydney, visit http://www.visitnsw.com/

BrisbaneBrisbane is a fantastic place to live and study. It is a clean and beautiful city with spectacular beaches. The standard of living is high but the cost of living is low compared to many other countries, especially the USA and the United Kingdom. Public transport is very safe and convenient. It is easy to get around in Brisbane and the public transport is very safe and convenient. There are many beautiful places for you to discover just outside Brisbane, spectacular beaches, pristine rainforests and the gorgeous GoldCoasttojustnameafew.Formoreinformation about Brisbane visit http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au

CostofLivingInternational students in addition to paying the full tuition fees, must meet all their own travel and living expenses and any student association fees or administrative charges made by the institution. A single person studying in Australiawill needaminimumofAUD$18,610 per year in addition to thetuition fees. This amount also depends on the kind of accommodation chosen by the students. For a married person with a dependent, he/she will need another additionalAUD$8,000peryear.For more information please visit www.immi.gov.au/s tudents/pdf/student-living-costs.pdf

Accommodation:Accommodation placement services are available for international students and accommodation must be booked prior to arrival. Two weeks notice is required before the student arrives in Australia.The following prices have been given as a general guide only. However, they can vary between Sydney and Brisbane.

Type of Accommodation

Weekly Rent / Board Range (AUD$)

Sharing Rented Premises (with 2 others)

Close to CBD 170 – 205

Student Apartments Two bedroom, shared 220 – 270

one bedroom not shared 300 – 350

Hostel one bedroom - shared bathroom/kitchen

165 – 205

Home stay living with a local family 240 – 275

ACCoMMoDATIon

DependentsDependentsofpersonsholdingastudentvisa are required to pay full fees in any school, college or university in which they are enrolled, while they are in Australia.

DependentChildren:Additionalcostsfordependent children will usually depend on their age. As a general guide, the living costs could vary anywhere betweenAUD$6000toAUD$10000depending on the age of the child.

The above information does not include any costs for special needs, such as medical costs, or other lifestyle choices related to recreation, entertainment and sport.

Personal Details Title (Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms) Given Names Family Name/Surname

Sex (M/F) Date of Birth (dd/mm/yy) Citizenship/Country of Birth Passport Number

Correspondence Address (in Australia) Permanent Address in Home Country

Tel: Tel:

Email: Email:

Qualifications obtained Awarding Institution/Place Overall % Year Completed

Previous Qualification AchievedPlease provide details and documentation of all secondary and tertiary studies completed or currently being undertaken. Please attach additional pages if necessary. Attach certified copies of qualifications and transcripts.

PleaseprintCLEARLYinblackinkusingBLOCKLETTERS,andsubmit/sendtheapplicationtotheAdmissionsOfficer.

Are you suffering from any long term illness condition? o Yes o NoIf Yes_____________________________________________________

Application DetailsPlease P the course for which you are applying below and select the course intake Febo Apro Julyo Octo

*if you are under 18 years old you are not eligible to enroll at Hibernia Institute

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HIB/Application Form 2012

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION FORM

BRISBANE Campus39KennigoStreet,SpringHill,QLD4004

SYDNEY CampusLevel1,16-22WentworthAvenue,SurryHills,NSW2010

oICA50711DiplomaofSoftwareDevelopmentCRICOSCode:077267C52weeks

oBSB40507-CertificateIVinBusinessAdministrationCRICOSCode:072328B26weeks

oBSB40507-CertificateIVinBusinessAdministrationCRICOSCode:064364J26weeks

oBSB51107-DiplomaofManagementCRICOSCode:072329A26weeks

oBSB51107-DiplomaofManagementCRICOSCode:064367F26weeks

oBSB60407-AdvancedDiplomaofManagementCRICOSCode:072330G36weeks

oBSB60407-AdvancedDiplomaofManagementCRICOSCode:064368F26weeks

FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY:OverseasstudentHealthCoverrequiredo Yes o NoIf yes, How long is required?_________________________________ Ifno,currentMembershipno.andprovider:____________________

DoyouholdacurrentAustralianvisa?o Yes o NoIfyes,pleasegivecategoryofvisaandexpirydate:__________________

English Language Proficiency(Not applicable for students who have completed an Australian qualification)IsEnglishyourfirstlanguage? o Yes o No

If ‘No’, what is your first language? ________________________________________________________________________

HaveyoucompletedatestofEnglishproficiency?o Yes o No

DateTaken(dd/mm/yy):_____________________EnglishTestName:(eg.IELTS,TOFEL)_____________________Result(ifknown):___________________

Ifyouanswered‘No’toalloftheaboveEnglishlanguageproficiencyquestions,youmustsitforanapprovedEnglishtestandadviseusoftheresultsbefore an Offer of Admission can be made.

RPL/Credit TransferAre you seeking Advanced Standing for previous tertiary study? o Yes o No

Ifyes,youwillreceiveaRPL-RCCformtobecompleteandmustsubmitacertifiedcopyofyourtranscript/sandcompletedcomprehensivesyllabus(if applying for advanced standing) details for each subject. This includes unit description, learning hours, assessment methods and an explanation of the weighting of each unit.

DECLARATIONI declare the information supplied by me on this form is true and correct in every particular. I acknowledge that Hibernia Institute reserves the right tovaryorreverseanydecisionregardingadmissionmadeonthebasisofincorrectorincompleteinformation.IauthorizeHiberniaInstitutetoobtain(from other educational institutions and relevant authorities) details of my enrolment, academic record, examination results and bonafide status. Information collected on this form or during your enrolment can be disclosed without your consent where authorised or required by law. I am aware of Hibernia Institute Policy and Procedure’s including the refund policy.

Date:(dd/mm/yy):_______________________Applicant’sSignature:____________________________________________

Privacy StatementInformationiscollectedonthisformandduringyourenrolmentinordertomeetourobligationsundertheESOSActandtheNationalCode2007;toensurestudent compliance with the conditions of their visas and their obligations under Australian immigration laws generally. The authority to collect this information iscontainedintheEducationServicesforOverseasStudentsAct2000,theEducationServicesforOverseasStudentsRegulations2001andtheNationalCodeofPracticeforRegistrationAuthoritiesandProvidersofEducationandTrainingtoOverseasStudents2007.Informationcollectedaboutyouonthisformandduringyourenrolmentcanbeprovided,incertaincircumstances,totheAustralianGovernmentanddesignatedauthoritiesand,ifrelevant,theTuitionAssuranceSchemeandtheESOSAssuranceFundManager.

Important NoteAccordingtoDIACstudentvisaregulationastudentmustnotifytheeducationproviderofanychangeofaddresswhileenrolledinthecourse.

“This agreement, and the availability of complaints and appeal processes, does not remove the right of the student to take action under Australia’s consumer protection laws”

Application Checklist»Completedapplicationform »Alldocumentsmustbecertifiedcopiesoforiginals(notphotocopies)»Syllabus(ifapplyingforadvancedstanding) »TranslationofdocumentsintoEnglishmustbecarriedoutbyatranslationauthority»Englishtestresults(forinternationalapplicantsonly) »Passportcopy» Academic transcripts /statement of attainment

HIB/Application Form 2012

*Airport pick–up required o Yes o NoIf yes, approximate date of your arrival___________________________

*Accommodation required o Yes o NoIfyes,typepreferred: o Home stay o Shared Accommodation o Renting unit/House

*These services are optional and fees will apply

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

REFUnD PRoCESSAll applications for refund of tuition fee and other fees must be made in writing to thePrincipal/ManagingDirector,HiberniaInstitute.RefundsaremadeinAustraliandollarsandwillbepaidwithinfour(4)weeksofreceivingawrittennotificationfromthe student in writing. Refunds will be made to an overseas bank account where the student decides to cancel the course and return to their home country. Applications for refund should include all relevant information to enable payment, such as bank name,bankaccountdetails,SWIFTCode foroverseaspayment,andaddressofbankandnameofaccountholder.Enrolmentfeeandholdingfeechargedisnon-refundable. However, tuition fees are refundable, subject to refund circumstances given below.

If the student’s visa application is rejected on or before the course commencement date and the official rejection advice is provided to Hibernia Institute

Full refund less enrolment fee

If the student decides to withdraw the visa application before an outcome from DIAC (at Student Default).

Refund 80% of tuition fee less enrolment fee

If a written notice of cancellation of enrolment is received at least 6 weeks prior to the course commencement date.





Refund 50% of tuition fee less enrolment fee.

If a written notice of cancellation of enrolment is received after course commencement date.

no refund of the tuition fees and enrolment Fee.

Fees paid for less than 6 months are considered as a “Hold-ing Fee”.

No refund on all Holding Fees.

Refund of tuition fees is not transferable to another student’s account or company or another provider.

ProviderDefaultIn the event of Hibernia Institute being unable to offer/deliver the accepted course for new students, a full refund of course money paid will be given. Alternately, the student may be offered an alternate course at no extra cost to the student. If alternate course if offered, the student can either choose the alternate course or prefer a full refund of the course fee paid.

STUDENTSUPPORTSERVICESHibernia Institute supports students to adjust to study and life in Australia, to achieve their learning goals and to achieve satisfactory academic progress towards meeting their learningoutcomes.TheDirectorofStudies is theofficialpointofcontact forstudentsupportservicesandintheabsenceoftheDirectorofStudies;theStudentContactOfficer will be available during Hibernia Institute hours. After hours thePrincipalExecutiveOfficerwillbe theemergencycontact.Theemergencycontactname and number is posted on the students’ notice board and also given to the students during the students’ orientation. Information related to student support serviceswillbeprovidedinmanyways;includingtheStudentHandbook,HiberniaInstitute website and Student Notice Board. Referral to external services will not incur a charge. Please check the student handbook for more details.

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STUDENTTRANSFER BETWEENREGISTEREDPROVIDERSUnderESOSAct-NationalCode2007,the student must remain with their provider for six months of their principal course. This restriction applies to other preliminary or pre-requisite courses aswell.

It is Hibernia Institute’s policy, not to release students wishing to transfer to another institution within the six months period. In the case where a student is under a packaged course, the student MUST remain with their provider until they complete six months into the principal course.

LetterofreleaseDuringthefirstsixmonthsatthecollege, a release letter is necessary in order for a student to transfer to another college. After six months no release letter is necessary.

Students applying for a letter of release must apply on the appropriate form. The application for release form can be obtained from the Student services office during working hours.

STUDENTCOMPLAINTSANDAPPEALSHibernia Institute’s complaints policy includes the availability of both internal and external/independent grievance handling and dispute resolution process. This dispute resolution process does not circumscribe a student’s right to pursue other legal remedies.

The student is able to access a series of steps. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome of a particular step, he or she can ask for a further step. These stepsare:

Step1: Informal resolutionComplaintsandappealswillinitiallybemanaged internally and students are encouraged to resolve any issues or difficulties with the person concerned before it becomes a formal complaintStep2: Formal resolution (unsatisfactory outcome can follow step 3)Where students are not able to resolve their issues informally, they can lodge a formal complaint in writing to the Principal Executive Officer. If thestudent is satisfied with the outcome, the complaint is considered to be resolved. If the outcome of the formal appeal is unsatisfactory, the student will be directed by the Principal ExecutiveOfficer to an independent external body as required.Internal complaints and appeals will be

at no cost to the student.Step 3: External Appeal (Externalmediation through Ombudsmen)Students who wish to have their case heard by an EXTERNAL body, mustnotifytheStudentContactofficeroftheirExternalAppealslodgmentdetailwithin5 business days from the date on the written notification of the outcome of the student’sINTERNALappeal.

If notification is not received the Student Contact Officer will proceed to notifyDEEWR foranyunsatisfactoryoutcomevia PRISMS.

Students wanting to lodge an external appeal/complaint can contact the Overseas Students Ombudsman. The Overseas Students Ombudsman offers a free and independent service for overseas students who have a complaint or want to lodge an external appeal about a decision made by their private education or training provider. See the Overseas Students Ombudsman website www.oso.gov.au or phone 1300 362072 formore information. Internalandexternal appeals will be at no cost to the student.

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COURSECOMPLETIONWITHINEXPECTEDDURATIONOFSTUDYHibernia Institute will offer support and monitor the workload of students as per National Code Standard 10 to ensurethey have completed the course within thedurationspecifiedintheirCOEanddo not exceed the allowable portion of online or distance learning. Hibernia Institute will only grant an extension to the duration of a student’s study under limited circumstances as listed inNationalCode2007Standard9.2.These circumstances could include and notlimitedto:• Onmedicalgrounds(amedical

practitioner’s certificate indicating the student is unable to attend class);

• Compassionateorcompellingci rcumstances beyond the s tudent ’s control, such as serious illness or death of a close family member, (independent evidence of the exceptional circumstances is required);

• WhereHiberniaInstituteisunableto offer a prerequisite unit at the timeitisrequired;

• WhereHiberniaInstitutehas approved the deferral of commencement of studies or the suspensionofstudy;

TheDirectorofStudieswillmonitor theprogress of each student to ensure that they complete the course as specified on their confirmation of enrolment (COE)duration as per National Code 2007Standard10;The Director of Studies may allow thestudenttoundertakenomorethan25%per cent of the student’s total course by distance and/or online learning. Student must attend regular classes (as per each term timetable) face to face 20 hours/week. The Director of Studies mustreview student programs to ensure each student maintains a full-time load (20hours/per week) and will complete their course within the study period. If not the

DirectorofStudiesmustinitiateacourseintervention strategy and inform the studenttoextendhis/herCOEduration;

All the variations will be recorded using the Student Course VariationForm approved by the Administration Manager and a hardcopy of the form placed in the student file.Except in circumstances specified inNationalCode2007Standard9.2,theexpected duration of study specified in the student’sCOEmust not exceed theCRICOSregisteredcourseduration.Theregistration duration may be referenced to the Australian Quality Framework (AQF) and the relevant state and territory government legislation or guidelines. If a student has already completed part of the course registered on their COE,they should complete the course within the length of the COE unless undercircumstances specified in National Code 2007 Standard 9.2 outlined inHibernia Institute student handbook.

MONITORINGCOURSEPROGRESSANDINTERVENTIONSTRATEGYMonitoringCourseProgress:As a part of the assessment and results moderation, academic progress of each student at Hibernia Institute is monitored at the end of each session. If a student is at risk of not achieving a satisfactory result, this policy allows the college to monitor and intervene to assist the student (see intervention strategy).

To achieve satisfactory course progress, students must be competent in at least 50%oftheunitstheyareenrolledinanytwo term period. Students who have been assessedasNotYetCompetentmaybere-assessedinaccordancewithHiberniaInstitute’s Assessment Policy. However, ifthestudentisNotYetCompetentafterbeing re-assessed, then the studentwillbe deemed as achieving unsatisfactory course progress.Where Hibernia Institute determines that

the student has no chance of meeting the minimum 50% requirement for courseprogress, and has not met satisfactory attendance, the student is informed in writing that the college intends to report thestudenttoDIACandthatheorsheisable to access the college’s complaints andappealsprocesswithin20workingdays.

InterventionStrategy:Hibernia Institute has an intervention strategy that identifies and assists students who are at risk of not making satisfactory course progress. If there are any students who are lagging behind, they will be warned by letter, counseled and if necessary, given an appropriate Intervention in the form of learning support/assistance.

Unsatisfactory course progressStudents who do not achieve satisfactory course progress in two consecutive terms of study will be sent an Unsatisfactory Progress Letterwhich states theStudentwill be reported to the Secretary of DEEWR via PRISMS for UnsatisfactoryCourse Progress under Section 19(2) Non-compliance with StudentVisa Conditions. The Department ofImmigrationandCitizenship(DIAC)willbe automatically alerted, and may result in the cancellation of the student’s visa. Students will receive written notification of Intention to Report them toDEEWR,including information on how to access the Complaints and Appeals process.Studentswill have20workingdays inwhich to lodge their appeal. For further information on Hibernia Institute’s appeals refer to the Complaintsand Appeal Policy attached to the UnsatisfactoryProgressLetter.After the appeals process is finalised and the student is deemed to have failed to meet satisfactory course progress, Hibernia Institute will report the student toDEEWRviaPRISMSwithin5workingdays, and the student will receive a Section 20 Notice. The student mustpresent to DAIC within 28 days toexplain the breach, or their student visa will be automatically cancelled.

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COURSECREDITTRANSFERANDRECOGNITIONOFPRIORLEARNINGHibernia Institute has processes that allow students to have their current skills and experience recognised.• RecognitionofPriorlearning• CreditTransfer

Recognitionofpriorlearning:RecognitionofPriorLearningisaprocessthatrecognisesastudent’scurrentskillsandexperienceregardlessofwhereandwhenthelearningoccurred.Evidenceiscollected and a judgment is made by an assessor or assessment team against the requirements of one or more endorsed units of competency from a relevant industry TrainingPackage.ApplicationforRPLcanbemadeanytimealongwithapaymentof$200perunitandmustbemadeusingtheApplicationFormthatwillbeprovidedduring orientation.

Credittransfer:Credit Transfer is recognition for study already completedwhich counts towardsfurther study.

Hibernia Institute has mutual recognition of the AQF Qualifications and Statements of Attainment awarded by any other RTOs. If a student has completed certain competencies of an AQF Qualification from another RTO, they will be recognised towards the relevant AQF qualification at Hibernia Institute.

For an exemption to be given, complete proof must be provided that the content, competencies achieved and duration of the prior subject is reasonably similar to a corresponding unit at Hibernia Institute.

DEFERMENT,SUSPENSIONANDCANCELLATIONOFTHESTUDENT’SENROLMENTStudents are able to defer their studies upon written approval from the campus director, based on compassionate circumstances, such as

• Seriousillnessorinjury,whereamedicalcertificatestatesthatthestudentwasunabletoattendclasses;

• Bereavementofclosefamilymemberssuchasparentsorgrandparents(wherepossible a death certificate should be provided)

• Majorpoliticalupheavalornaturaldisasterinthehomecountryrequiringemergency travel and this has impacted on the student’s studies

• Otherincidencesoreventsthatmayaffectthestudent

HiberniaInstitutewillnotifyPRISMS(underSection19ofESOSAct)whenstudent’senrolment is deferred, temporarily suspended or cancelled.

The student will be informed that the deferment, suspension or cancellation of enrolment may affect his/her student visa.

Students must be aware that any deferrals or suspension of studies may affect their visaandHiberniaInstitutereservestherighttoreportstudentstoDEEWRviaPRISMS

MONITORINGSTUDENTATTENDANCEAttendancePolicy:The attendance of international students enrolled at Hibernia Institute is monitored closely to meet the requirements of the ESOS Act 2000, and NationalCode 2007. Students are informed oftheir requirement to attend a minimum of 80% of classes at all times but areencouraged to attend100%of classesto ensure successful academic outcomes in their studies. Any class session missed regardless of cause reduces the opportunity for learning and can adversely affect a student’s achievement in their enrolled course.

ThestudentswillbereportedtoDIACiftheir attendance falls below 80%, andcannotbemadeupto80%bytheendof the course. If there are mitigating circumstances, such as documentary evidence of compassionate or compelling circumstances, the minimum attendance allowed will be 70%.However, the student must achieve an academic progression of competent in atleast50%ofunitsinthecourse.

If a student is absent from class due to illness, they should provide a doctor’s certificate (from a registered medical practitioner). The medical certificate should be given to the Students Services Office on the first day of joining the class after illness.

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where necessary. For further information, thestudentshouldvisittheDIACwebsite:http://www.diac.gov.au/.

Provider Initiated Suspension or CancellationThe Principal Executive Officer (PEO)may suspend or cancel a student’s enrolment in circumstances where the student breaches the ‘Student Code ofBehaviour’. The Code of Behaviour isprovided to each student in the student handbook and clearly outlines the behavioural expectations of students studying at the Institute. It also includes provisions for invoking a sanction, if the student becomes the subject of an external State of CommonwealthGovernment investigation such as thepolice, tax office or immigration.Decisions made by the PEO will bedocumentedonHL13-ProviderIntentionto Suspend or Cancel Enrolment letter.The student has20workingdays fromthe date the letter is received by them, to initiate a complaint or an appeal in accordance with the Institute’s Complaints and Appeals policy.The student is also informed that a suspension or cancellation may affect their visa status and that if they have any questions about their visa, they should calltheDIAChelplineon131881.

ASSESSMENTPOLICY/RE-ASSESSMENTPOLICYAssessment is an extremely important activity at Hibernia Institution, and is designed and carried out to meet the requirements of the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). Assessmentiscompetency-based,whichmeans it is designed to determine whether the student can demonstrate the target competencies, based on nationally recognized units, which arepart of training packages developed in partnership between Industry and Government. For a student to obtaina Certificate, Diploma or AdvancedDiploma, he/she must master therequired competencies which are in the

units that make up our courses.

Re-assessmentsaregrantedtostudentswhohavebeenassessedasnotyetcompetent“NYC”inaunitandhavemetwithsatisfactoryattendanceduringthecourse.Allassessments must be completed during the term. The student is required to fill out a re-assessmentformandhanditinalongwithare-assessment.Pleasecheckthefeetable for the reassessment fee.

CANDIDATEWITHSPECIALNEEDS UnderDiscriminationAct1992andtheNSWAnti-DiscriminationAct1977HiberniaInstitute’s policy forbids discrimination based on disability of students.

Special needs of students with disabilities will be discussed at the time of admission and a mutually agreed approach within the constraints of Hibernia Institute will be used to assist such students while being enrolled in the programs.

It may not be possible for Hibernia Institute to meet all the needs of every student and in such circumstances, students would be advised to seek more appropriate Institutions for their study.

CHANGEOFADDRESSIt is mandatory for International students to notify the provider about their change of addresswithin7daysinordertomeettheirvisaconditions.

USEFULLINKSTheESOSActandESOS(RegistrationCharges)Actwereamendedwitheffectfrom1January2007.CurrentversionsoftheESOSlegislationcanbedownloadedusingthelinksbelow:

• EducationServicesforOverseasStudents(ESOS)Act2000

• http://www.aei.gov.au/Regulatory-Information/Education-Services-for-Overseas-Students-ESOS-Legislative-Framework/ESOS-Act/Pages/default.aspx

• DepartmentofEducationEmploymentandWorkplaceRelations(DEEWR)-DepartmentofImmigrationandCitizenship(DIAC)CourseProgressPolicyandProceduresforCRICOSProvidersofVocationalEducationTraining:http://cricos.deewr.gov.au/

• TheESOSlegislativeframework:http://www.aei.gov.au/regulatory-information/pages/regulatoryinformation.aspx

• Privacy:http://www.privacy.gov.au/

• VET:http://www.asqa.gov.au/about-asqa/national-vet-regulation/national-vet-regulation.html

• DIAC:http://www.diac.gov.au

Trading as: Hibernia Institute Brisbane (HIB) & Hibernia Institute Sydney (HIS) ABN 87102234257, CRICOS Code: 02988A (QLD) 03232D (NSW), RTO Code 31680. The information contained in this brochure was correct at the time of printing. However it may be subject to change in the event for unforeseen circumstances. Last updated: version 1 | JUN 2012

DISCLAIMERANDPRIVACYSTATEMENTHIBERNIAINSTITUTEsincerelyattemptstoensureaccuracyand reliability of the information contained on this prospectus. However, HIBERNIA INSTITUTE makes no guarantee,warranty or promise, explicit or implied, concerning the content or accuracy of the documents appearing on this prospectus. Users must refer to the college for final confirmation of information provided on the prospectus. Details of courses or services available on this prospectusdo not imply an obligation on the part of the HIBERNIAINSTITUTE tooffer them inagiven termor semester,or inthemannerdescribedherein.HIBERNIAINSTITUTEreservesthe right to alter information on this prospectus at any time without notice. HIBERNIA INSTITUTE will endeavour tocorrect any inaccuracies reported in any information stored on the prospectus immediately as well as in a timely manner. HIBERNIA INSTITUTE accepts no liability for any loss ordamage a person suffers because that person has directly or indirectly relied on any information stored on this prospectus. HIBERNIA INSTITUTE, its agents or employees expresslydisclaim any liability for loss of any kind arising directly, or indirectly, out of the use of this information. No information is intended to convey any offer or placement within the college. HIBERNIA INSTITUTE is committed to the protection ofpersonal information. HIBERNIA INSTITUTE will strictlyadhere to the provisions of the Privacy and Personal InformationProtectionAct1998inrelation to thepersonalinformation it acquires, holds, uses or communicates relating to students, staff or other persons. Students providing personal information to the provider shouldbeawarethattheinformationprovidedtoHIBERNIAINSTITUTEmay bemade available to the Commonwealthand State Agencies and the fund manager of the ESOSAssurance fund, pursuant to obligations under the ESOSAct2000andtheNationalCode.HIBERNIAINSTITUTEisrequired,unders19of theESOSAct2000,toinformthedepartmentaboutcertainchangestothestudentsenrolment;and any breach by the student of a student visa condition relating to attendance or satisfactory academic performance.

Hibernia Institute Brisbane 39 Kennigo Street, Spring Hill, Brisbane, QLD 4004 AustraliaPhone: +61 7 32701666Fax: +61 7 32573686Email: [email protected]

Hibernia Institute SydneyLevel 1, 16-22 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills, NSW 2010 AustraliaPhone: +61 2 82142513Fax: +61 2 92611433Email: [email protected] www.hibernia.edu.au

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