Edith Cowan College

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Important Dates

ECC diploma programs are offered over three trimesters per year, starting in February, June or October.

Diploma programs

2020 February intake

• Orientation 19 February
• Trimester start 24 February
• Census date 20 March
• Mid-trimester break 13-17 April
• Trimester end date 29 May

2020 June intake

• Orientation 17 June
• Trimester start 22 June
• Census date 17 July
• Mid-trimester break 17-21 August
• Trimester end date 25 September

2020 October intake

• Orientation 14 October
• Trimester start 19 October
• Census date 13 November
• Mid-trimester break 21 December – 1 January 2021
• Trimester end date 29 January 2021

Orientation days

Orientation days will be held in February, June and October. Check our information page for specific dates for each campus.

Academic English Program (AEP)

AEP commencement dates 2020:

• 3 February 2020
• 9 March 2020
• 28 April 2020
• 2 June 2020
• 13 July 2020
• 17 August 2020
• 21 September 2020
• 2 November 2020
• 7 December 2020

Study breaks 2020:

• 13 April 2020 – 24 April 2020
• 6 July 2020 – 10 July 2020
• 26 October 2020 – 30 October 2020
• 21 December 2020 – 1 January 2021

PTE Academic testing at Edith Cowan College

ECC administers the Pearson test. The ECC Pearson Test Centre is open Monday to Saturday.

Student Outcomes

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Policies and Services

Entry into Edith Cowan College is assessed based on a student's academic background and English language proficiency. Mature-aged applications may also be admitted with advanced standing based on relevant work and life experience.

Academic Entry

The minimum academic requirements for entry to ECC's Diploma and Post-Graduate Qualifying Program (PQP) programs are outlined on the Edith Cowan College website. Not all qualifications or countries are listed, so if you have other qualifications you should attach certified transcripts to your ECC application form. ECC will assess academic qualifications in line with the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR) Country Education Profiles (CEPs)

Students who have completed professional qualifications such as the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Diploma (LCCI) are also eligible for entry to ECC.

English Language

The medium of instruction for all courses taught at ECC is English. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their English language proficiency before they enter an ECC program. This can be met by obtaining one of the results shown in the English requirements table on our website.

A free, non-credit Academic Support Unit (ADU100) will be available each study period. Students may choose to enrol in this unit voluntarily or enrolment may be imposed as a prerequisite or corequisite to other units of study.

Bridging English

Students who do not meet the English entry requirement for ECC's programs can have Academic English packaged with their academic program.

Mature-Age Entry

Mature-age students (aged 20 or above) may be considered for entry into a program without meeting the formal academic requirements. Applicants will need to apply via Portfolio Entry and will be required to provide a written statement of purpose, evidence of work experience, a CV, and other supporting documents.

English Requirements

Academic Requirements

Also refer to the full list of countries and English Requirements.

Special Requirements for Nursing

Diploma (Year 1) Health Studies / Nursing stream

Students must have an IELTS score of at least 6.0 with no band less than 5.5; or TOEFL (iBT) 70, with no score less than 17; or PTE-A 57 with no communicative skill less than 50; or OET with a minimum C in all components.

Diploma of Science (Year 2) - Health Studies / Nursing

• Students wishing to enter Nursing must have an IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0; or TOEFL (iBT) 84, with no score less than 17; or PTE-A 64, with no communicative skill less than 58; or OET with a minimum B in all components.
• Upon completion of the ECC Diploma of Science (Health Studies) Nursing program, students must meet ECU's School of Nursing and Midwifery English language entry requirements of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.5); or TOEFL (iBT) 84, with no score less than 17; or PTE-A 64, with no communicative skill less than 58; or OET with a minimum B in all components to enter the Bachelor of Science (Nursing).
• Upon successful completion of the ECU Bachelor of Science (Nursing), students will be eligible to register with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia (NMBA). To register, all international graduates must provide evidence of an overall IELTS score of at least 7.0 in all four bands of IELTS, with an overall band of at least 7; or a B pass or above in all four sections of the Occupational English Test (OET) Nursing Version. Applicants must achieve the above scores in a single test, which has been completed no more than two years before their application for NMBA registration.
• All Nursing graduates must be registered with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia to be able to work in Australia.

Additional Information

Q : What courses are available at ECC?

A : ECC offers Diploma and Postgraduate programs in the areas of Commerce, Computing & IT, Communications, Hotel Management, Engineering and Health Studies. For more information please visit our courses page.

Q : When can I start studying?

A : ECC has 3 intakes per year: February, June and October.

Q : What English bridging programs are available at ECC?

A : ECC provides a range of English preparatory courses. For more information please refer to the courses page.

Q : Can I apply for exemptions if I have completed some studies at a Diploma (or equivalent) level?

A : Exemptions may be granted provided conditions are met and approved by ECU. Students must provide course outlines and transcripts. For more information please refer to Exemptions/RPL.

Q : Do any GPAs apply for articulation to Year 2? Is IELTS required for entry to Year 2?

A : In most cases, there is no minimum GPA requirement. However, some progression rules apply (e.g. Nursing). For more information please refer to our brochure.

Q : What support is provided to students during their studies?

A : ECC has a range of Student support services available. For more information please refer to Student Services on the website.

Q : How many students are studying at ECC and what are the nationalities of the students?

A : ECC has a good mix of students from many different nationalities and accepts both local students (Australian citizens and Permanent residents) as well as International students for studies.

Q : Where can I meet other students studying at ECC?

A : You can meet students from ECC prior to arrival by joining our ECC Facebook group. Visit our You Tube Channel to see what students and staff have to say about ECC.

Q : I am under 18 years old. What are my responsibilities?

A : ECC recommends that appropriate arrangements must be made with respect to your accommodation, ensuring sufficient support for your personal welfare during your stay in Australia or until you reach the age of 18 years. ECC offers support and counselling to all students through its Student Counsellor and will liaise with parents regarding the welfare of younger students.

About the classes

Q : What is the average class size?

A : Lecture groups have a maximum of 50 students, although most average between 25 - 35 students. Lectures are complemented by small group tutorials/workshops ensuring students receive the best of attention.

Q : What would be my class timetable on a typical day at ECC?

A: A typical day involves classes in 4-hour blocks. Class times are from 8.30am - 12.30 pm, and then from 1.15pm - 5.15pm. We occasionally have classes at 4.30 onwards and very occasionally, on a Saturday.

Q : What happens if a student fails a unit at Diploma level?

A : If the unit is a core unit the student must repeat that unit again. If it is not a required unit the student must take another appropriate unit to complete the Diploma.

Edith Cowan University

Q : How do I apply for my place at Edith Cowan University?

A : On successful completion of your diploma, you will need to complete the application process for placement with ECU. You will need to supply your ECC results, accept your offer and pay your fees. Further details are provided directly to students once they successfully completed their ECC program.

Q : What other universities or degrees can I progress into?

A : ECC students who have successfully completed the ECC Diploma have Advanced Standing status at many Australian universities.

Q : I would like to find out more information about ECU. Where can I locate this information?

A : Information about ECU may be located on their website: Edith Cowan College website.

Q : What guarantee is there that I can progress to ECU?

A : International students, who finish their Diploma program and meet the academic progression requirements of the University (obtaining a pass in all units), are guaranteed entry to the Bachelor degree and are granted one year of advanced standing status. This means entry to second year university on successful completion of the Diploma. Some Diploma programs will not give all 8 advance standing, please see course page for more information.

Q : What facilities does ECU offer? Do ECC students have access to these facilities?

A : ECC students have access to all of the facilities provided by ECU. Please refer to the Campus Facilities page on our website for more information.

Q : Does ECU require me to pay a deposit to guarantee my place in second year?

A : No, the university does not expect the student to pay a deposit for their 2nd year place.

How to apply

Application process

• all academic qualifications (including school reports and official examination certificates)
• English test results or other evidence of English competency (if applicable)
• any relevant employment documents (if applicable)
  • Australian students must also supply proof of citizenship or permanent residency, such as a certified copy of your birth certificate, passport, citizenship certificate or visa.
  • Send your application and documents to ECC or one of our representative offices. ECC's postal address is listed on the Application form. Certified translations must accompany any documents that are not in English. Make sure that you add your current name to any information obtained under a former name. Copies may be certified by:

• the official records department of the institution that originally issued the documents
• a Justice of the Peace or Public Notary
• an authorised ECC representative
• a staff member of an overseas Australian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate

What happens next?

If your application is successful you will receive a letter of offer explaining the course that has been offered, the fees payable, conditions to be met (if any), orientation details and course commencement dates.

To accept the offer, you must pay the fees and charges due. This will include half of the course fees, (usually equivalent to one trimester) plus the Overseas Student Health Cover charge (if applicable).

A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) will not be issued until all the conditions specified in your letter of offer have been met and accepted by ECC.

Payment

Fees must be paid in Australian dollars. You can pay your tuition fees by telegraphic fund transfer, direct deposit, bank draft or bank cheque. Our office does not accept cash payments.

When making a payment, please include your student ID number as listed in your Letter of Offer.

Telegraphic transfer/direct deposit

• Bank: Westpac Banking Corporation
• Branch: St George's Terrace
• Branch address: 109 St Georges Terrace Perth, WA 6000 Australia
• Account name: ECC - Student Fees Account
• Account number: 390 163
• BSB number: 036 022
• SWIFT code: WPACAU2S

Payment reference details: Student name and ID number (found on Letter of Offer).

A copy of the telegraphic transfer/direct deposit details must be faxed or emailed to ECC.

Bank draft/bank cheque

Payable to: Edith Cowan College

Students who are Australian citizens may also make payments in person via EFTPOS debit, or with Visa or MasterCard at our office in Perth. Please note that credit card transactions incur a 1.5 percent surcharge.

FEE-HELP - Important information for Australian Citizens

If you are an Australian citizen you may be eligible for the Australian Government's FEE-HELP loan scheme, which helps pay all or part of your tuition fees. The scheme is open to any student who is an Australian citizen and is studying with an eligible higher-education provider such as ECC.

A student may pay a maximum of $97,728 (indexed at 1 January each year) in tuition fees using FEE-HELP over their lifetime, depending on the courses they undertake. Students repay their loan through the tax system once their income is above the minimum threshold for compulsory repayment.

If you are eligible for FEE-HELP you will receive a 'Request for FEE-HELP assistance' form with your letter of offer. To guarantee your place at ECC, you will need to complete and return this form to ECC before your course commences.

Note: FEE-HELP is only available to eligible ECC students who are enrolling in diploma programs. For more information, contact us at info@edithcowancollege.edu.au or visit the Study Assist website and follow the link to 'Fees, loans and scholarships'.

Can I apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may apply for recognition of prior learning based on equivalent study at another university or educational institution. You can submit applications for RPL when you apply.

If you are applying for an RPL from a unit of study, you must not enrol in that unit unless your application is not approved.

Applications for RPL must be lodged with the appropriate evidence including:

• a completed Recognition of Prior Learning form (available at Policies and Procedures on our website)
• Certified copies of academic transcripts and/or qualifications with approved English language translations (if applicable)
• Copies of unit outlines describing detailed contents of learning outcomes, assessments and other course materials. Such evidence must demonstrate equivalent academic rigour (quality, time frame, breadth and depth of study content)
• Any other evidence demonstrating that your experience, skills, knowledge and qualifications meet the academic rigour required under the respective AQF standards.
• Proof of minimum level of English competency matching relevant course entry guidelines.

Enrolment

To accept your offer and to find out about commencing classes complete the following steps:

STEP 1: Understanding your Letter of Offer

Your Letter of Offer outlines the:

• ECC course(s)/ECU course that has been offered
• duration of the course(s)
• commencement date(s)
• tuition fee(s)
• condition(s) of the offer (examples of conditions of the offer may include providing official or certified copies of academic transcripts, evidence or English proficiency e.g. IELTS. Prior to or at the time of accepting your offer, you must provide evidence that you have met all conditions. If you do not provide this evidence, you will not be eligible to proceed with your enrolment or student visa application.

STEP 2: Accepting your Offer and Payment of fees

In order to accept the offer of place it is necessary to complete all sections in your Letter of Offer and pay the fees due, as indicated in the Letter of Offer. This will include tuition fees plus the Overseas Student Health Cover charge (applicable to international students). Payment of the amount due should be made in Australian dollars.

STEP 3: Receive Confirmation from ECC

On receipt of the fees, your place at ECC will be confirmed. For international students, an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (e_CoE) will be issued. You will require this document to apply for your student visa.

STEP 4: Visa (for International students)

The main requirements to lodge an application are:

• By ECC through a Letter of Offer
• An electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) from ECC (and ECU if you have a packaged offer) after the respective fees (Tuition, Overseas Student Health Cover etc.) are paid
• Health check-up as required by regulation
• Proof of academic and English levels as required
• Proof of financial support as required.

STEP 5: Attend Orientation and Enrolment and commence study

Congratulations, you are just about ready to start your ECC course. Your first day at ECC will begin at Orientation and Enrolment day. It is compulsory for all students to attend Orientation and Enrolment. For information about the program go to Orientation and Enrolment.

Student and campus services

ECC students have access to the many facilities available on the university campus, in addition to those offered by ECC. The facilities available to students include:

• Computer labs equipped with the latest technology
• Science lab equipped for biology, chemistry, physics and electrical classes
• Free high-speed wireless Internet access throughout the university campus
• Recently renovated ECU Library
• Spacious modern classrooms with state-of-the-art multimedia facilities
• Access to food outlets including cafeteria, alfresco coffee shops and bar
• Transport direct to the campus (free CAT bus to Joondalup campus)
• Access to ECU sports centre and ECC social activities
• ECU Medical Centre
• Student counsellor on campus
• 24 hour campus security
• Student Village
• ATM

Student Assisted Services (SAS) – Just Ask!

At ECC we understand that the transition to university level study can be challenging for some students. This may be due to homesickness or unexpected problems of an academic or personal nature. A range of support services are available to you during your studies at ECC.

Support staff are available at the student hub 9am – 5pm weekdays. Help is available anytime via email justask@edithcowancollege.edu.au

Peer Mentor Programs

• Student Leaders: help with Elicos / PQP / Pathway Orientation, Graduation, and the Welcome Party.
• Peer Mentors: Sessions run for an hour on selected days and students attend it if they need help with referencing, research, assignment structure, etc.)
• Student Event Committee: Help staff coordinate events for the students

Financial Assistance

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government Loan Scheme that assists domestic students to pay their tuition fees.

ECC is an approved Higher Education Provider and can offer FEE-HELP to eligible students to assist them in the payment of all or part of their tuition fees.

If you would like information on youth and student allowances please refer to the Centrelink website.

ECC Diploma Scholarship

The ECC Diploma Scholarship is offered to eligible international students commencing a Diploma program with ECC. The scholarship offers a 10% reduction in your tuition fees for all Diploma (Year 2) units undertaken at ECC.

Read more information on ECC Scholarships on our website.

Where to get further information

• Edith Cowan College – Edith Cowan College's Institute Profile
• TEQSA national register – The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia's independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education
• ComparED – The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
• Study Assist – Information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.