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Can I get credit for subject I have done overseas? |
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In Australia this is called RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning). You can receive exemptions for studies you have done overseas as long as you can demonstrate that you have the same level of skill required in the Australian course. You will need to make an appointment for RPL by the end of the first week of the course. Applications are made through the Head of Department where you are studying. You should bring original copies of all your academic transcripts as well as a brief outline for the subjects you studied. RPL will NOT be granted in circumstances which would reduce your course to less than a full-time load.
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Does Holmesglen provide email facilities? |
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Holmesglen provides free email and internet access to all international students.
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Can I do my course in less time? |
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You can 'fast track' your course if your timetable allows. Holmesglen is open seven days a week. You can do additional subjects at the weekend or in the evenings. As long as you have paid a full semester's fee, you can do as many subjects as you like. You must always maintain a full-time course load.
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What if my English level is not high enough after I've completed my ELICOS program? |
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You would generally be counselled not to proceed with your formal course and to do a further English language program. However, on the recommendation of your English language teacher and subject to your undertaking some additional, free, English language classes, it is possible for you to continue your formal studies. Alternatively, you may choose to undertake a further ELICOS program and take up one or two formal course modules to see how you cope.
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Do universities recognize Holmesglen's courses? |
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Holmesglen is part of Australia's TAFE system and provides a secure pathway to university. Many of our graduates have used their qualifications to enter well-recognized universities around Australia. Other students have returned home with their professional qualifications and gained challenging and rewarding employment. Holmesglen's qualifications are recognized both in Australia and overseas. Holmesglen has guaranteed pathways with four major Australian universities:
Monash University
Diploma/Bachelor of Technology (Infrastructure - Design,Construction and Management)
Deakin University
Diploma of Commerce/Bachelor of Commerce
Associate Degree in Social Science (Justice)/Bachelor of Criminology
Diploma of Building Design & Technology/Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
Diploma of Engineering Technology/Bachelor of Engineering
Diploma of Information Technology/Bachelor of Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development)/Bachelor of Information Technology (Games Design & Development)
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security)/Bachelor of Information Technology (IT Security)
Diploma of Community Welfare Work/Bachelor of Social Work
Associate Degree of Early Childhood Education/Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
La Trobe University
Diploma of Arts (Graphic Arts)/Bachelor of Graphic Design
Swinburne University of Technology
Graduate Certificate of Marketing/Master of Business (Marketing)
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)/Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
Advanced Diploma of Multimedia (Design)/Bachelor of Multimedia
Charles Sturt University
Holmesglen also conducts two Charles Sturt University Bachelor's degrees at its Chadstone campus in Melbourne:
1) Bachelor of Business Studies
2) Bachelor of Hotel Management
Students who have completed one of the following 18 months Diplomas at Holmesglen - Accounting, Advertising, Financial Services (Banking), Hospitality, Hospitality (Culinary, Patisserie, Asian Cookery or Bakery)*, International Business, Management, Marketing, or Tourism - may continue for a further 18 months to obtain the Bachelor of Business Studies.
Students who have completed the Diploma of Hospitality (Management) or one of the two-year specialisations in the Diploma of Hospitality (Management) ie Culinary, Patisserie or Bakery may also continue for a further 18 months to obtain the Bachelor of Hotel Management.
* 2 year Diplomas
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What are the classrooms and facilities like at Holmesglen? |
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Holmesglen's three campuses at Chadstone, Waverley and Moorabbin are equipped with modern classrooms and facilities. The classrooms are spacious and are furnished with up-to-date equipment.
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If I am studying one of Holmesglen's University Transfer (Pathway) Programs, can I use the library of the associated University? |
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Yes. Through the CAVAL system of inter-library loans, students in ALL courses may use the libraries of other TAFE institutes and universities throughout Victoria. Information about obtaining a CAVAL card can be obtained from the Holmesglen library staff on arrival in Melbourne.
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Where do Holmesglen's students come from? |
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Our students include local Australians, many of whom have migrated to Australia from all over the world, and international students from such countries as Hong Kong, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Korea, Thailand, China, India, Japan, Brazil, Mauritius, Europe and the United States - in fact, from throughout the world.
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Do you offer scholarships or financial assistance? |
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We regret to advise that Holmesglen does not offer financial assistance or scholarships to international students.
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When I move out of my homestay, how much notice must I give the family? |
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Two weeks.
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When I go away on holidays, do I pay the full weekly homestay fee? |
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You need to pay $70.00 per week. You must be away for a full week - not just the weekend.
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