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Accommodation
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Homestay Accommodation |
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The Institute can arrange homestay accommodation with carefully screened families. Homestay means living with a family in their home. For many students who are away from home for the first time, it is a good way to learn about the Australian lifestyle and customs while living in a family environment. Homestay is a good choice if you need to improve your English. The family can also help you overcome any culture shock you may experience. A homestay family in Australia can mean many things. It can be a family consisting of a mother, father and children, or a single mother or father with or without children. Australia is a multicultural country - many people from different countries have come here to live and are now 'Australians'. Homestay students are provided with their own bedroom. Three meals a day are provided. Breakfast, and often lunch, are self serve, while dinner is cooked each day. The family pays the electricity and other bills. You must pay for all you own telephone calls and personal needs. In many Australian families both parents will work and may not be at home when you are. You will be expected to keep your room tidy and you may be asked to assist with light chores around the house such as setting the table before dinner or washing up after dinner. An Accommodation Placement fee of A$240 is charged for Holmesglen to arrange this service, which also includes airport reception and transport to the homestay accommodation. Students who apply for this homestay service are required to fill in a homestay application form listing their individual requirements. A homestay family is then selected and a family profile sent to the student. The Profile will give you brief information about the family with whom you have been placed. Once you arrive at the homestay family, they will explain to you the rules and customs of the family. You should ask about anything that you are not sure about. Perhaps you need to know when it is convenient to make and receive telephone calls or if you can invite your friends home. It is important to make sure everything is clear at the beginning. On your arrival in Melbourne you are required to pay 2 weeks' rent (A$440) directly to the homestay family. Your bond payment is not the same as your rent. Full board accommodation is currently A$220 per week. If you wish to extend your stay with the homestay family after the first two week period you may do so and continue to pay the family on a two-weekly basis. If you wish to move out of a homestay you are required to give the family two weeks' notice. Living in Australia will give you the chance to develop your independence and the opportunity to broaden your own interests. Remember that the success of your homestay experience will ultimately depend on you. Rooming House Please note that where a family has the provision for 5 or more beds for international students, Holmesglen considers this type of accommodation as a "Rooming House". Like, Homestay Accommodation, students are provided with an individual room and three meals a day. Holmesglen uses the services of an Accommodation Agency to provide homestays. The Institute's role is limited to facilitating contact between you and the Agency. The Institute takes no responsibility for the accommodation provided. |
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In 2008 the Homestay costs will be: In 2009 the Homestay costs will be: Accommodation Placement Fee: A$240 Weekly Homestay Rent: A$220 |
Temporary Accommodation |
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The Institute can arrange short-term hostel or hotel accommodation for students. This type of accommodation is suitable for students who wish to arrange their long-term accommodation after they arrive in Melbourne. Hostels offer clean, comfortable, dormitory-style accommodation. Budget hotel accommodation can also be arranged. Hotels are located near to Holmesglen's campuses and in the city. Hotels offer both standard/economy rooms with shared bathroom facilities and also superior rooms with ensuite bathroom. A detailed description of the different hostels/hotels available and prices will be provided on request. An Accommodation Placement Fee is charged for Holmesglen to arrange this service (airport reception and transport to the hostel/hotel included). In 2008 the Hostel/Hotel costs will be: In 2009 the Hostel/Hotel costs will be: All rental payments are payable directly to the hostel/hotel. |
Institute Accommodation |
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Holmesglen offers student accommodation in modern, fully furnished houses close to the Institute. Each house has 2 to 6 bedrooms and every student has their own room. Students do their own cooking and cleaning. Each kitchen has cooking facilities, which includes a microwave and a rice-cooker. For first time cooks, there are lots of recipe books! Students provide their own bed linen, however, there is the option to purchase a bed linen package from Holmesglen, which is delivered to the accommodation in time for your arrival. Payment is required along with the accommodation payment. The $200 Package includes: There is also a washing machine, dryer and television in each house. All houses are centrally heated and have outdoor sensor security lighting. Payment for Institute Accommodation includes gas, electricity and local telephone calls. It does not include food or cleaning expenses. To book Institute Accommodation, ten weeks' rent (A$1,400) is required. Payment should be included with tuition fees. If you wish to extend your stay in Institute housing, you must notify the International Centre of your intention to extend and rental payment must be paid four weeks in advance (A$600). You are required to give a minimum of two weeks' notice of your intention to leave. Cost of airport reception and transport to the accommodation is included in this initial payment. Living in institute accommodation is a great way to meet and learn about people from other countries while sharing the house. Initial Institute Accommodation costs will be: Ten weeks' rent in advance: A$1,500. In 2009 the Institute Accommodation costs will be: Weekly rental: $150. |
Privately Owned Shared Accommodation |
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Students who are looking for privately owned shared accommodation can find rental properties listed with commercial real estate agents. Students whho wish to find private rentals will need to apply for a lease; and the lease on a property will be between 3-12 months. This type of accommodation is usually a share house. Students will have their own bedroom and share the kitchen, bathroom and living areas with the other members of the house. Weekly rental costs range from $140-$230 per person depending on location and the facilities of the house or apartment. |
Housing4Students |
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Housing4Students are privately owned and managed accommodation facilities that have been screened and inspected by the Holmesglen Accommodation Service Manager. These households are fully furnished and close to the Chadstone and Waverley Campuses. Students are required to do their own cooking and cleaning with any cleaning costs being met by the tenants. Each house will be equipped with broadband Internet cable free of charge and available in each bedroom. Each kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave and a rice cooker. There is also a washing machine, dryer and television in each house. Students provide their own bed linen although it is possible to purchase a bed linen package ($200) from Holmesglen prior to arrival in Australia. Payment for Housing4Students ranges from $130-180 per person per week and includes gas and electricity. It does not include food, or cleaning expenses. Housing4Students accommodation can be viewed at http://www.housing4students.com.au To book a room students need to contact Housing4Students directly and the rental payment is payable directly to the owner, "Housing4Students", not Holmesglen. A bond (4 weeks rent) is to be paid directly to Housing4Students. The bond is fully refundable when the student vacates the accommodation after any outstanding bills have been settled. If you wish to extend your stay in a student household, you must notify the Housing4Students landlord of your intention to stay and rental payment must be paid one month in advance. Web Site: Housing 4 Students Landlord contact: Hannah Ching Email: housing4students@housing4students.com.au http://www.housing4students.com.au/holmesglen.asp |
CAMPUSWALK Apartments |
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Campuswalk Apartments are managed accommodation facilities consisting of purpose built student housing complexes which are fully furnished and specifically designed for students attending the Caulfield campus of Monash University but are also located within easy access of Holmesglen's Chadstone campus. The apartment complexes can accommodate up to 300 students. Features of the apartment buildings * Fully furnished studios and one, two, three or four bedroom apartments * Safe, convenient and supportive environment * Close to public transport routes to Holmesglen * Kitchen equipped with gas cooking and microwave * Built-in wardrobes, built-in study desks, television and modern furnishings * Special features include broadband, high-speed Internet access, high level security and common rooms * Onsite laundry with washing machines and dryers * Undercover carparks available in buildings for $40 per month * Some apartments feature balconies, air-conditioning and private courtyards * Onsite - Lead Team (Post Graduate student to assist with providing support to all students * 'Welcome Aussie BBQ' start of each academic year Student Responsibilities * Purchasing their own food and cooking their own meals * Purchasing cleaning products and personal toiletries eg dishwashing detergent, toilet paper, sponges * Cleaning bedrooms * Laundry (students need to do their own washing) Cost Rentals from $175 per week including all utilities. Cost varies according to size of aprtment. For more information, www.s-h-a.com.au Campuswalk 1 60 Waverley Road, Malvern East Campuswalk 2 141-143 Waverley Road, Malvern East Campuswalk 3 903 Dandenong Road, Malvern East Campuswalk 4 234 Warrigal Road, Burwood B Central 313-319 Waverley Road, Malvern East For bookings contact Student Housing Australia directly. Phone +61 3 9663 1188 Fax +61 3 9663 7111 Email info@s-h-a.com.au Web www.s-h-a.com.au |
International House and Cherrytree Village |
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International House and Cherrytree Village provides fully furnished townhouses and apartments, for the use of students studying at Holmesglen. The safe, secure, accommodation for 150 students is in two student villages - International House and Cherrytree Village. The standard of accommodation is excellent. There is a friendly atmosphere where students can make friends whilst maintaining a strong commitment to their studies. Residents come from many countries, and English is the common language. The accommodation is in high demand and students wishing to stay at International House and Cherrytree Village should apply as soon as a letter of offer is received. Apply on line. This web site contains many useful links with information for living in Melbourne. You may also apply through your education agent, who has full details of International House and Cherrytree Village. The villages provide townhouse and apartment style living in a quiet residential location situated close to Holmesglen. Free air-conditioned door-to-door transportation is provided to Holmesglen at the Chadstone Campus. Never be late for lectures! Features of the Residential Campus include: The cost of staying at the residential campus is from:- $205 to $250 per week per student. This includes bus transportation, gas and electricity usage. A compulsory internet fee of $16 per week is made for the broadband internet service. This allows for 3GB per month of internet as well as the maintenance of the network. Parents are welcome to stay at International House and Cherrytree Village. There is no charge for the first five days, at the start of each semester. At other times there is a nominal charge of $25 per night. Adequate notice must be given so an extra bed can be placed in the student's bedroom. For bookings contact: International House or Cherrytree Village. Phone +61 (03) 9889 8881 Fax +61 (03) 9808 2408 Web www.ih.au.com |
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