2002 Swinburne TAFE Handbook - Swinburne University of ...

TAFE Courses I Course Administration I 35
Course Administration
Application Procedure
VTAC
Most applications for full time study in an Advanced Diploma, Diploma or
Certificate IV course need to be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions
Centre (VTAC). Some courses accept direct applications for full time study.
Please contact the relevant department if you are unsure of the appropriate
procedure.
Once you have accepted your offer, you will need to attend an enrolment session
at the University, on the date and time specified in your letter of offer.
Direct Entry
If you have applied directly to a TAFE Department, a letter of offer will come from
the department and will specify the details of enrolment. It is important that you
attend the correct enrolment session.
International Students
If you are an International Student, you must apply for courses through the
International Student Unit (ISU). ISU is the main point of liaison between
international students and departments. The unit can also offer advice on matters
pertaining specifically to international students. ISU is also responsible for
determining the rate of fees and charges payable by international students.
Amendment to Enrolment
If you wish to add or remove modules from your original enrolment, you must
complete an Amendment to Enrolment Form available from your department, TAFE
Student Administration or Reception office.
It is advisable that you discuss your amendment with your department. Their
approval must be gained before the amendment can be made.
You will be notified, by way of an updated Enrolment Advice, when your
amendment has been processed. This will also include a new Direct Deposit slip
for any newly incurred fees.
Deadlines of Amendments to Enrolments
If you withdraw a module from your Semester 1 enrolment, you must do so before
the 31st March in order to receive a refund. To receive a refund of Semester 2
fees, you must withdraw before the 31st August. If enrolment took place after
these dates, you must withdraw within 4 weeks of the commencement of the
course to be eligible for a refund.
Application for Exemptionrrransfer
If you have completed a similar module in past studies you may be eligible for an
Exemption. If you have completed the same module in past studies, either in a
different course, or at another institution, you may be eligible for a Transfer. If you
wish to apply for an exemption or a transfer you must complete an Application for
Exemption!Transfer Form.
You will need to meet with your Course Co-ordinator to discuss the nature of the
exemption or transfer. At this time you should provide evidence to support your
application, such as past Results Transcripts etc. A copy of this evidence should
be submitted with your Application for Exemption!Transfer Form. On approval by
your Course Co-ordinator, your application will be processed and you will be
notified by way of an updated Enrolment Advice.
When completing your application form, it is important that you specify whether
you are applying for an Exemption or a Transfer.
Certificates and Graduation Ceremonies
On successful completion of an accredited course, you can apply to receive a
certificate. This is done by way of an Application for Award/Graduation Form.
These forms can be obtained from your campus TAFE Student Administration or at
www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/graduation
The award application requires payment to be attached. Please ensure you read
all instructions on the form before submission.
Graduation Fees
$88.00 for those who wish to attend a ceremony.
$10.00 for those who wish to graduate 'in absentia' i.e. not attend a
ceremony
Once complete, your application should be returned to the Awards Section:
AWARDS SECTION
Mail 79
Swinburne University of Technology
PO Box 218
Hawthorn 3122
Fax: (03) 9818 0039
If the course you have completed is a Certificate IV level course, or above, or an
Apprenticeship, you will be invited to attend a Graduation Ceremony. Those who
have completed a Certificate III or below will be sent their certificate through the
mail.
Changing Personal Details
If you have moved or changed your name, you need to notify Swinburne of the
change. This is done by way of an Amendment to Personal Details Form. These
forms are available from TAFE Student Administration and Reception offices.
They are to be submitted to TAFE Student Administration or Reception. In the
case of a name change, documentation is required.
Credit Transfer
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic
requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry with 'advanced
standing'. University policies apply and applicants will be assessed on a case-bycase
basis. See 'Application for Exemption!Transfer' above.
fees
The fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE Division may be made up of the
following:
Tuition Fee, as prescribed by Ministerial Directions;
General Service Fee (GSF) set by the Council of the University; and
Materials Charges (where applicable)
Tuition Fees
The Tuition Fee for students enrolled in Centrally Funded TAFE courses is a charge
of $1 (one dollar) for each module hour within a calendar year. The maximum
Tuition Fee a student can pay is $500 and the minimum is $40. VCE Students pay a
maximum Tuition Fee of $420. Apprentices and Trainees pay a maximum Tuition
Fee of $290.
General Service Fees (GSF)
The General Service Fee is a compulsory charge for all students enrolled in
Centrally Funded TAFE courses for the provision of amenities and services by the
University. The fees vary according to the course load and campus. The General
Service Fees for 2002, including GST, are:
Student Status
Hawthorn and Prahran
Full-time, full year
Full-time, full year concession
Part-time, full year
Part-time, full year concession
Croydon, Healesville, Li/ydale and Wantirna
Total GSF $ (Inc GST)
155.00
102.00
102.00
65.00
Full-time, full year
114.00
Full-time, full year concession 73.00
Part-time, full year 73.00
Part-time, full year concession 46.00
Distance Education, full year 28.00
Further information on the GSF can be found in the 2002 Fees and Charges
brochure.
If you are enrolled in Off-Campus, Community Location, Distance Education, and
Industry Locations, you will be charged a common fee of $28 per year. courses
delivered in Workplace Training mode, do not incur a GSF.
Swinburne University of Technology I TAFE Handbook 2002