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The information in this brochure is correct at the time of publication (February 2013), however Sarina Russo Schools | Australia ABN 390 101 29325 (trading as Sarina Russo Institute) constantly looks to upgrade and develop courses, course content and course materials. Sarina Russo Institute reserves the right to change details at any time, this includes course schedules and fees. Please refer to the Sarina Russo Institute website for the most up-to-date information: www.sri.edu.au. Registered Provider Name: Sarina Russo Schools | Australia trading as Sarina Russo Institute.

Why STUDy AT SARINA RUSSO INSTITUTE?

AbOUT SARINA RUSSO INSTITUTESarina Russo Institute has more than 33 years of experience in education and training and has gained a reputation for delivering quality education in a friendly and diverse environment. Offering a variety of English Programs which include Intensive General English, IELTS Preparation and Unipath English Programs, Sarina Russo Institute’s language students are able to choose a program to suit their individual needs. Sarina Russo Institute also offers a range of short employability courses and Certificate and Diploma programs where students have the opportunity of employment and University pathways, gaining up to one year's credit into selected Universities.

REASONS TO ChOOSE SARINA RUSSO INSTITUTE• PathwaytoUniversitywithuptooneyearcredit

On successful completion of a Double Diploma: Diploma of Management and Diploma of Business (with Cert IV in Business), students will gain up to one year credit at James Cook University Brisbane and other key universities.

• Employment&CareersServiceFree assistance with: interview opportunities, interview preparation, individual résumé assistance, access to job search resources, “Job Ready” workshops, job vacancy searching, advice on career planning and more.

• SingleVisaApplicationforEntireStudyProgramsSarina Russo Institute can provide you with a packaged offer for all programs, including English Language, Certificate, Diploma and related undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

• HighlyQualifiedandExperiencedTeachersandTrainersSarina Russo Institute teaching staff are well qualified and have extensive up to date industry experience. This enables the teaching staff to bring real life examples into the classroom to provide a relevant, engaging experience.

• IndustryDesignedProfessionallyRecognisedProgramsPrograms are designed for students to enter into industry with current industry knowledge.

• OnCampusFacilitiesinclude:Computer access with free internet, wi-fi connection, e-library, student recreation rooms with drinks/snacks/microwaves/refrigerator facilities, library and more.

• QualityProgramsAll accredited courses are registered and we offer a variety of accredited and non-accredited training programs. Registering and accrediting bodies include:

STUDENT SERvICESSarina Russo Institute takes pride in the support services they offer their students. Students are encouraged to take advantage of our services which include:

• Mentoring Program• Learning Support• Welfare Support• Academic Skills Development• Student Activities• Multilingual Staff• Job Placement Assistance

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Averagetemperature: 24.80 CAveragerainfall: 150.4mm/month

AUTUMnMARCH-MAYAveragetemperature: 21.10 C

Averagerainfall: 102.3mm/month

SPRInGSEPTEmBER-nOVEMBERAveragetemperature: 20.80 C Averagerainfall:73mm/month

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Averagetemperature: 15.60 C Averagerainfall: 56.7mm/month

ThE WEAThER IN bRISbANE

LIvINg AND STUDyINg IN bRISbANEBrisbane is the capital city of Queensland and the third largest city in Australia with a population of over 2 million.

Brisbane is one of Australia’s most liveable and affordable capital cities, boasting friendly people in a multicultural society, a warm climate, safe and active lifestyle.

• Brisbane is located one hour’s drive from the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and beautiful Hinterland.

• Sarina Russo Institute’s main campuses are located right in the city centre.• Students have easy access to all public transport options including buses,

ferries, trains and CityCats.

CAMPUS LOCATIONS Sarina Russo Institute has two campuses centrally located in the heart of Brisbane's City Centre. Ann Street Campus Queen Street Campus82 Ann St 349 Queen St Brisbane QLD 4000 Brisbane QLD 4000

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INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH

IELTS PREPARATION EveningClasses

uNIPATH ENGLISH 1

CRICOS Code: 077849CCRICOS Code: 077848DCRICOS Code: 074050M CRICOS Code: 073562F

Intakes:EveryMonday

CoreClass•LearnhowEnglishworksandwhatyou need to succeed• Haveaccesstoahugeamountofextra

ONLINE materials 24/7

PlUS

YourClass*• Chooseyourfocusand“YourClass”• Some“YourClass”electivesinclude:

IELTS Exam Preparation, FCE ExamPreparation, Speaking & Listening, English through Music, Opinions & Debating, Advertising, Music and Lyrics

AcademicOutcomes• Greateraccuracyandfluencyin

overall language production and understanding

• Masteryofawiderrangeofcommunication skills

• Increasedconfidenceinperformingtasks in an English language environment

Intakes:EveryMonday

• FocusesontheAcademicEnglishusedfor success in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

• Mockexampracticeevery3weeksgives students frequent real life IELTS exam practice

• IntermediatetoAdvancedlevel

AcademicOutcomes• ImprovedknowledgeofIELTS

test-taking strategies• BetterpreparednessforIELTS

test success• Greateraccuracyandfluencyin

academic language production and understanding.

Intakes:EveryMonday

• IntroductionanddevelopmentofAcademic Language skills

• IntroducesstudentstoAustraliantertiary level learning culture

• IntermediatetoUpperIntermediatelevel

• 10-20weeks• 25hoursperweek• 5daysperweek(Mon-Fri)

AcademicOutcomes• Direct entry into Sarina Russo

Institute and James Cook University Brisbane Diploma programs

• DirectentryintoUnipathEnglish2• Greaterknowledgeand

understanding of language, learning culture and academic expectations

• Greateraccuracyandfluencyin language production and understanding

• ConfidenceinEnglishlanguagetoaid in Diploma or University success

Intakes:7Jan,22Apr,19Aug,2Dec

• RealisticlearningapproachtoAcademic English

• Preparesstudentsfortertiarylevellearning culture

• Advancedtotertiarylevel• 10weeks• 25hoursperweek• 5daysperweek(Mon-Fri)

AcademicOutcomes• DirectentryintoJamesCook

University Brisbane Bachelor / Masters courses

• Greaterknowledgeand understanding of tertiary level materials, learning culture and expectations• Greateraccuracyandfluencyin Academic English production and understanding• ConfidenceinuseofAcademic English to aid tertiary study

uNIPATH ENGLISH 2

UNIvERSITy ACCESS PROgRAMS

BuSINESSIntakes: 25 Feb, 18 Mar, 24 Jun, 21 Oct

PossibleCareerOutcomes• PersonalAssistant• Bookkeeper• OfficeSupervisor• ExecutiveAssistant• Supervisor• ExecutiveOfficer• ProgramConsultant• ProgramCoordinator• Manager• FinancialManagementetc.

CertificateIVinBusiness Course Code: BSB40207 CRICOS Code: 077634G

DiplomaofManagementCourseCode:BSB51107 CRICOS Code: 077632J

withCertificateIVinBusinessCourse Code: BSB40207 CRICOS Code: 077634G

*DOUBlEDIPlOMADiplomaofBusinessCourseCode:BSB50207 CRICOS Code: 077633G

DiplomaofManagementCourseCode:BSB51107 CRICOS Code: 077632J

with CertificateIVinBusinessCourse Code: BSB40207 CRICOS Code: 077634G

*Principal University Pathway Program

STUDy OPTIONS

ENgLISh LANgUAgE PROgRAMS

*”Your Class” electives run in five week blocks. Not all “Your Class” electives are offered at all times and are dependent on student demand and levels.

TotalDuration:52weeks TotalDuration:47weeks TotalDuration:23weeks

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Sarina Russo Institute students can choose from a wide range of direct entry pathways leading into a select group of Australian Universities and Colleges after successful completion of their studies. Package offers are available.

CRICoS Provider Code: 00117J

Sarina Russo Institute University Access Programs

Articulation into University Undergraduate Programs Credits

DoubleDiploma:DiplomaofManagementandDiplomaofBusinesswithCertificateIVinBusiness

Bachelor of Business (Single Majors: Accounting, Hospitality and Tourism Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sports and Events Management)

Up to 8 credits

Bachelor of Business (Double Majors: Accounting, Hospitality and Tourism Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sports and Events Management)

Up to 7 credits

DiplomaofManagementwithCertificateIVinBusiness

Bachelor of Business (Single Majors: Accounting, Hospitality and Tourism Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sports and Events Management)

Up to 6 credits

BUSInESS JAMESCOOKUnIVERSITYBRISBAnE www.jcub.edu.au

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IELTS 5.5 or equivalent^ NO

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Sarina Russo Institute University Access

• Up to 1 year credit into University

• 52 week program

• 4 intakes per year: Feb, Mar, Jun, & Oct

James Cook University brisbane • Direct entry into 2nd year of University^^

• 3 intakes per year: Mar, Jul & Nov• Accounting

• Management

• hospitality and Tourism

Management

• International business

• Marketing

• Sports and Event Management

Sarina Russo InstituteEnglish Language

• Unipath English 2 intakes: Jan, Apr, Aug & Dec

• Unipath English 1 intakes every Monday

• IELTS Preparation intakes every Monday (evening classes)

^Please refer to Entry Requirements For University Access and Workforce Solution Programs^^ On select majors

Double Diploma:

• Diploma of Management and Diploma of business, with

• Certificate Iv in business

UNIvERSITyACCESS PAThWAyS

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hOSPITALITy INTERNShIP PROgRAMSarina Russo Institute and Sea World Resort and Water Park present this exclusive Program.The Sea World Resort Internship Program includes:

BRISBAnE•8weeksIntensiveGeneralEnglish(optional)

•CertificateIIinHospitality(SIT20207)PlUS

GOlDCOAST

ENgLISh ENTRy REqUIREMENTS FOR UNIvERSITy ACCESS AND WORKFORCE SOLUTIONSSarina Russo Institute English Programs SuccessfulcompletionofUnipathEnglish1

TOEFL Paper/Computer/iBT Min.writing18525/195/70-71+

ISLPR 2+

IELTS 5.5Nobandbelow5.0

Pearson Test of English (PTE) 42

WORKFORCE – EMPLOyMENT PAThWAy PROgRAMS / ShORT COURSES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

UnitsofCompetency

HOSPITALITY RETAIL

• Workeffectivelyinthefinancialservices industry (FNSINC301A)

• Developanduseapersonalbudget(FNSFLT201A)

• Developunderstandingofdebtand consumer credit (FNSFLT203A)

• ProvideResponsibleserviceofalcohol (RSA (SITHFAB009A)• BarOperations*• Prepareandserviceespresso coffee (Coffee Making Program) (SITHFAB012B)

• Workeffectivelyinaretail environment (SIRXIND001A)• Merchandiseproducts (SIRXMER001A)• Applypointofsalehandling

procedures (SIRXCCS001A)

A wide range of short courses and qualifications are available to assist students with part time work. Some of the programs offered are:

*Bar Operations is a non-accredited course. For further details about the Employment Pathway Programs please visit the website.

*All courses are subject to minimum English level proficiency requirements for International students, please check the website www.sri.edu.au for further details.

• 1week(5day/4nights)SeaWorldResort&WaterPark unpaid internship including resort accommodation• GuaranteedJobInterview

Duration 2Weeks 2Weeks 2Weeks

Please note the Hospitality Internship Program and the Employment Pathway Programs are not suitable for holders of student visas as their principal course. The above programs are available to University Access students, subject to timetable availability.

SarinaRussoInstituteConditionsofEnrolment

ImportantInformation

Refund Fee Table

NOTIFICATION PERIOD ELICOS INTERNATIONAL (STUDENT VISA)At anytime if visa is refused (proof required)

Full refund minus an additional fee, the sum of which shall not exceed $250* Full refund minus an additional fee, the sum of which shall not exceed $250*

STUDENT CANCELLATION BEFORE COMMENCEMENT DATEMore than 10 weeks Full refund minus $500 fee** Full refund minus $500 fee**

More than 4 weeks & up to 10 weeks 30% of tuition withheld 30% tuition withheld plus $500 fee**

4 weeks or less 50% of tuition withheld (or not greater than 12 wks of full tuition fees) plus $500 fee** 50% tuition withheld plus $500 fee**

STUDENT CANCELLATION AFTER COMMENCEMENT DATEWeek 1 & 2 NO REFUND 70% tuition withheld plus $500 fee**

From Week 3 NO REFUND NO REFUND

OTHERStudent Transfer (Internal) / Deferral / Suspends

$200 fee applies*** $200 fee applies***

Student Approved Refund / Cancellation $500 fee applies** $500 fee applies**

If Sarina Russo Institute cancels a course Full Refund Full Refund

GrievanceandAppealsSarina Russo Schools | Australia Pty Ltd ABN 390 101 29325 Trading as Sarina Russo Institute (SRI) has a process in place to assist students in providing a resolution for a grievance in the following areas: Academic Standards, Behaviour and Discipline, Contract and Finance.

Students are expected to abide by the standards as set out in the Student Learning Contract. Students are required to sign this contract at Induction and adhere to its content. Students are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct as published in the Student Induction Manual. Any breach of these guidelines may result in disciplinary action. All staff are expected to follow and enforce these guidelines. If any student has a grievance to report, they should follow the procedure stated below.

Note: If your grievance is regarding an Intention to Report Breach of Student Visa letter go directly to step 3. You have 20 working days in which to do this before you are reported to the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation,

Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE).

1. Write down your problem.

2. Report the grievance to a staff member. Should the issue not be resolved to your satisfaction, go to step 3.

3. Communicate your grievance to the SRI Head of Schools; or Director of Studies – ELICOS. Should the issue not be resolved to your satisfaction, go to step 4.

4. Lodge grievance to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by making an appointment through Ground Floor Reception.

5. If it is not possible to resolve the dispute internally, independent mediation can be arranged through the following body:

OverseasStudentsOmbudsman(OSO)www.oso..gov.au/ Email: ombudsman@ombudsman.gov.au Phone: 1300 362 072 within Australia +61 2 6276 0111 (outside Australia)

Postal: GPO Box 442 Canberra ACT 2601

You have the right to be accompanied by a support person of your choice at any stage.

This agreement, and the availability of grievance and appeals processes, does not remove the right of the student to take action under Australia’s consumer protection laws.

Any issues relating to the international Student Written Agreement, payment of fees or refund of monies is stated clearly in this agreement. Students must sign the Student Acceptance of Offer form prior to commencement of their course.

By signing the Student Acceptance of Offer form this represents an understanding of this procedure.

Any student who feels that they have not been treated in accordance with these conditions should follow the grievance and appeals procedure listed here.

Fees1. All fees are payable as determined by Sarina Russo Institute

(SRI) at enrolment. All International student fees are payable up to no more than 50% of total course fees – prior to commencement or if course is 24 weeks or less in duration then total course fees are required in advance.

2. Fees are correct at time of publishing, and may vary at any time without prior notice.

3. Students total course fees, including resources and all other sundries, as listed in the Payment Details in the International Student Written Agreement are agreed to in the Student Acceptance of Offer and Payment Agreement Form.

4. For international students who are applying for a student visa, fees are deposited into a designated account in accordance with the Tuition Protection Service (TPS).

5. Where the student requires SRI to organize Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) this is withdrawn from the designated account and paid to the Health Insurance Fund on the student’s arrival.

6. All fees are required to be paid as notified in writing by SRI or as per the issued invoice. A penalty of $50 per week may apply for late payments.

7. Failure to pay fees may result in the student’s enrolment being cancelled. SRI will issue an Intention to Cancel, and the student has 20 working days to access our Grievance and Appeals policy, unless extenuating circumstances relating to the welfare of the student apply.

Deferral,SuspensionorCancellation1. If the student wishes to defer their enrolment or take leave

of absence until a later date, SRI will hold the fees paid for 6 months as at the date advised in writing without levying a penalty. If the student subsequently cancels or exceeds this agreed holding period, all fees paid will be automatically surrendered to and become the absolute property of SRI.

2. Relevant SRI Manager must give approval to proceed with deferral, suspension or transfer (internal). This must take place through formal agreement in certain, limited circumstances.

3. A student may transfer (internal) to another course at SRI and pay any cost difference if the new course is more expensive. (Point 1 Fees will apply)

4. SRI will not transfer (internal) fees to another Institute or to a currently enrolled student, unless arranged at time of enrolment.

5. Students who hold a student visa will not be allowed to suspend their studies except on the grounds of ^compassionate or compelling circumstances, such as serious illness or bereavement, supported by documented evidence. If a student defers or suspends or cancels their enrolment, SRI must report the variation of enrolment to the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE) via the Provider Registration and International Students Management System (PRISMS).

^ Will be considered as circumstances that are beyond the control of a student and which have an impact upon the student’s course progress or wellbeing. These could include, but are not limited to: • serious illness or injury, where a medical certificate states

that the student was unable to attend classes

• bereavement of close family members such as parents or grandparents (where a death certificate should be provided)

• major political upheaval or natural disaster requiring emergency travel and this has impacted on the student’s studies, or

• a traumatic experience, which has impacted the student (these cases should be supported by police or psychologists’ reports), which could include an involvement in, or witnessing of an accident, or witnessing or being the victim of crime

• inability to begin studying on the course commencement date due to delay in receiving a student visa

Please note that the above are only some examples of what may be considered. Each request will be assessed individually based on the information provided and documentary evidence. Students will need to provide appropriate evidence supporting their request.

6. SRI reserves the right to suspend or cancel a student’s enrolment at any time due to misbehaviour or non-payment of fees. In the event where the suspension or cancellation is initiated by SRI, we will issue an Intention to Suspend or Cancel, and the student has 20 working days to access our Grievance and Appeals policy, unless extenuating circumstances relating to the welfare of the student apply.

7. A $200 fee applies for deferring, suspending or transferring (internal).

8. A $250 fee applies when a student cancels a course.

9. A $500 fee that includes a non refundable acceptance of enrolment fee plus a cancellation fee is applied to all other cancellations.

OtherConditions1. All courses offered by SRI are subject to student enrolment

numbers.

2. International students must meet the minimum English Language requirements for enrolment into their relevant program.

3. It is a condition of student’s enrolment that they achieve satisfactory academic progress throughout their course to ensure they are able to complete their course in the nominated duration.

RefundsWhen an applicant accepts a place offered by Sarina Russo Schools Australia Pty Ltd ABN 390 101 29325 trading as Sarina Russo Institute (SRI) [CRICOS Provider Code - 00607B] by virtue of enrolment, a binding Student Written Agreement between the person who entered the agreement and SRI comes into existence subject to the conditions below.

1. This agreement is subject to the laws of the Commonwealth of Australia and the State of Queensland.

2. All refund requests, notifications of cancellations, deferrals or suspensions of enrolment must be made in writing addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, SRI by the person who has entered into a Student Written Agreement with SRI.

3. A full refund is given, (minus an additional fee)* if a student visa application is rejected. Documented evidence of visa rejection must be provided.

4. All English courses undertaken by an SRI student will be

deemed to be one course, regardless of the start and finish dates, in the unlikely event that SRI defaults on an individual course, students will be offered a refund of all of the course money paid for that particular course.

5. A course commencement date will be taken as the original course commencement date as shown on the student’s first Student Written Agreement. Where a student defers and subsequently cancels refund eligibility will be based on original student written agreement.

6. Any approved refund provision will be paid by SRI in the same currency in which the fees were paid, to the person who has entered into a Student Written Agreement with SRI.

7. Where a person who has entered into a contract with SRI and does not start the course or cancels their enrolment, SRI will retain the cancellation amounts indicated in the refund table. All other funds held by SRI will be refunded within 28 working days of receipt of a written refund request including all supporting documentation from the person who has entered into a Student Written Agreement with SRI unless a written request is made by the person, nominating that the refund be paid to another person. In the event the person as described in this clause is refused a visa, on notification from that person of the visa refusal, SRI will refund all fees minus a fee the sum of which shall not exceed $250* (as described in the table below) within 28 days of notification. A copy of the visa refusal will be required.

8. No refund is given if a person who has entered into a Student Written Agreement with SRI is expelled by SRI, and/or has their visa cancelled by the Department of Immigration and Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) whilst they are student at SRI.

9. Provider default is covered by the provisions of The Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the ESOS Regulations 2001. In the unlikely event that Sarina Russo Institute is unable to deliver your course in full, you will be offered a refund of all the course money you have paid to date in accordance with Tuition Protection Service (TPS) and the SRI Refund Policy. The refund will be paid to you within 10 working days of the day on which the course ceased being provided. under Tuition Protection Service (TPS), you may be offered enrolment in an alternative course by SRI at no extra cost to you. You have the right to choose whether you would prefer a full refund of course fees, or to accept a place in another course. If you choose placement in another course, we will ask you to sign a document to indicate that you accept the placement.

10. No Grievance and Appeals Policy of SRI removes the right of a person who has entered into a Student Written Agreement with SRI to pursue other legal remedies. This agreement and the availability of grievance and appeals process do not remove the right of the student to take action under Australia’s consumer protection laws.

11. Australia has a reputation as a safe, progressive and dynamic place to study, and we maintain this reputation by providing quality education and consumer protection specifically developed for overseas students. The ESOS Act 2000 and associated legislation is the legal framework governing the responsibility of education institutions towards overseas students. http://www.aei.gov.au/Regulatory-Information

**Non-refundable Acceptance of Enrolment Fee ($250) PLuS a $250 Cancellation Fee (Total $500 applies).***$200 Fee is applicable per approved Transfer/Deferral/Suspension (internal)

*An additional fee in accordance with the Applicable Acts shall total no more than the lesser of:(a) $250; or(b) 5% of the total amount of course money that SRI has received from the student for the course.

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ImportantInformation(Continued)WelfareandGuidanceServicesWe welcome the opportunity to assist any student with issues relating to their progress. We have academic support staff available by appointment. For issues relating to personal and welfare we will assist students to source an appropriate service and a suitable time for counseling when required. A large range of government and private welfare services can be sourced by our staff to assist students in a variety of matters.

Students agree for SRI to obtain medical treatment for them if such actions are deemed necessary by SRI or a staff member acting on behalf of SRI. SRI and its staff are to be indemnified for any loss, damage, expense or liability whatsoever as a result of arrangements or emergency medical treatment that may arise from these actions.

language,literacyandnumeracyAt the time of interview, prospective students may be asked to complete a literacy & numeracy test to determine their suitability for a course. At any time during the course, if recommended by a teacher, head of school or counselor, a student may be asked to complete a literacy & numeracy test.

AccessandEquityIt is the policy of SRI to ensure that all groups in society have equal opportunity to participate successfully in its programs. SRI embraces diversity in the student population in respect of age, gender, cultural and linguistic background, and socio-economic status. We will ensure that equity principles for all groups are implemented through fair allocation of resources and increased opportunity to participate in decision-making processes that affect their lives.

TrainingandAssessmentOverviewTraining Method - Competency Based Training (CBT). What is CBT? CBT is providing “hands-on” training in workplace skills at a standard set by industry. When students can perform these skills, they are assessed as “competent”.

CBT provides students with a qualification that states they have been assessed under training conditions where they are able to demonstrate skills to a certain level. CBT provides multi-skilling and student results will attest to nationally recognised training to a standard set by the relevant industry.

upon completion, students will receive a qualification recognised throughout Australia. This means approved training to industry standards which are constantly under review to keep up to date with what industry wants.

CBT gives students competency at a certain standard or level. Pathways then exist through to higher levels. In gaining skills at one level, students can then proceed to train at the next level. The standards are set by industry and are regularly reviewed to reflect rapid and continuous changes in the workplace. The trainer will explain assessments for each new unit of Competency at the commencement of the unit.

AssessmentAssessment is a process of collecting evidence and making judgements about whether or not competency has been achieved. It is important to remember that assessment measures a person’s achievement against identified competency standards and not against another person’s achievement. Assessment is a process not an event, which can occur formally or informally.

Assessments for the qualification students are enrolled in must be carried out in accordance with the benchmarks for assessment, principles of assessment and the rules of evidence.

Assessment takes place within each unit of competency. Assessment may be in the form of:

• Observation • Written work • Practical work

• Case studies • Oral questions • Portfolio of work

To gain competency in each unit all assessment activities must be successfully completed. Students will be given periodic feedback during the competency and at each stage of assessment. Assessment tools are designed to meet the qualification assessment guidelines. Assessment guidelines will be explained in detail at the beginning of each unit of competency. Students will receive a unit of Competency Outcome Check Sheet at the start of each new competency. At this time the trainer/assessor will also let the student know the types of assessment methods and tools that will be used to achieve competency. This check sheet will be used to record the student’s result for that competency and to record feedback.

Students are to be made aware that any unauthorised copying of SRI materials and lessons may constitute a breach of the Copyright Act 1968 (as amended).

Anti-DiscriminationActSRI ensures that it provides its services without unlawful discrimination and in accordance with the provisions of any relevant legislative requirements of the Commonwealth or States.

PrivacySRI takes great care to ensure that information collected is accurate and used correctly. SRI staff treat your information with the utmost level of confidentiality. You may be assured that the information will be kept securely and used only for authorised purposes, which may include provision of information to Education Services for Overseas Students, the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE).

You are entitled to ask what information about you is being collected, why it is being collected and how it will be used. SRI is guided by the National Privacy Principles and protects your privacy in accordance with these principles. SRI’s Privacy Policy is available on request.

RecognitionofPriorlearningandCourseCreditRecognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Course Credit are available to all students. RPL means that students may be able to receive recognition for any previous learning, work or life experience they may have acquired (if it is relevant to the

course they are entering), regardless of where or how they acquired this learning. For example, they may have completed a formal course at another College or university, or they may have acquired specific skills through on-the-job training or even through some hobbies or community work in which the student has been engaged.

Course Credit recognises formal learning. Credit may be given for a completed course or unit which is equivalent to the learning outcomes, competency outcomes, or standards in the qualification they are enrolling.

SRI will recognise the AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations. If a student is granted Course Credit the associated fees for the particular unit/s of competency will be deducted from the students overall tuition fees. When RPL has been granted for a part of their course, students pay an administration fee for those units they are not required to study, instead of the full tuition and resource fees.

Students are required to apply for RPL at least 28 working days in advance of the unit of competency being offered.

Students may apply for RPL/Course Credit up to a maximum of 50% deduction in course fees and in order for SRI to be able to issue the student with a full qualification. Statements of Attainment for individual units will be granted when greater than 50% of a course is undertaken at SRI.

If granting of RPL/Course Credit effects course length and course hours the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE) will be notified via the Provider Registration and International Students Management System (PRISMS).

AttendanceandPunctualityAttendance is recorded on a daily basis and students are expected to attend all classes on time as scheduled on their timetable. An international student who holds a student visa must maintain at least 80% attendance at all times throughout their study. If an international student falls below 80% attendance (with or without medical certificates) and is unable to reach 80% by the completion of their study, they must be reported to the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE) as they will be in breach of their student visa. Sarina Russo Institute has in place an attendance monitoring system to ensure students are attending all scheduled classes.

AttendanceWarningletterSystemAn Attendance Warning Letter is issued to all students who are in danger of falling below 80% attendance.

1. Attendance Percentage Advice – issued to students whose projected attendance is below 90%

2. Risk of unsatisfactory Attendance Warning Letter – issued to students whose projected attendance is <85%

3. Intention to Report Breach of Student Visa Letter – issued to students whose projected attendance is at or under 80%

Class&SessionTimesAt SRI, learning days are scheduled from Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8am to 7pm. Students are entitled to a tea break and a lunch break during these hours. Different classes have different start and finish times. Students are responsible for checking their own timetable on the Student Portal each week for class times.

For the English Language Schedule, please visit: www.sri.edu.au

ChangeofAddressand/orTelephonenumbersRecords are kept to enable us to contact students regarding important program information. If you change your address or telephone number at any time either during or after your program, please notify Student Services.

For international students, it is a requirement of your student visa to update your contact details with your education provider.

CourseProgressIn order to maintain satisfactory course progress at SRI, an international student who is enrolled must achieve competency in 50% or more of the units attempted in a study period. If a student is considered to be at risk of not successfully completing their course an Intervention Strategy will be put in place to ensure that they are able to complete their course. If after the Intervention Strategy has been put in place and the student fails to achieve satisfactory progress in a second consecutive compulsory study period, the student will be issued with an Intension to Report for unsatisfactory Progress letter.

At this point the student will also be informed within the letter of the student’s right to access SRI’s Grievance and Appeals process and the fact the student has 20 working days in which to do so. If a student has chosen not to access SRI’s Grievance and Appeal process within the 20 working day period, withdraws from the Grievance and Appeals process or has been unsuccessful in their appeal then the Secretary of The Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE) will be notified via the Provider Registration and International Students Management System (PRISMS).

AppealsforReassessmentIf a student feels that during the assessment process they have been dealt with in a manner which they consider not to be fair and equitable, the student has the right to appeal. If this situation should occur, students should discuss it with their trainer.

Requests for appeals must be submitted to the trainer within 5 working days of receiving results. Responses to a student appeal must be acknowledged in writing and a decision given to them within 10 working days. If students are not happy with the outcome, they should refer to the Grievance and Appeals Process.

ApplyingReasonableAdjustmentsIn assessing competency, assessors must provide for reasonable adjustments to ensure the assessment principles

of fairness and flexibility. Great care must be taken when using reasonable adjustment so that it does not compromise the outcomes of the unit/qualification.

In accordance with the principles of assessment the following are a guide to reasonable adjustments that are associated within qualifications:

• Provision of software • Changes to the physical environment • Changes to learning materials – with no compromise to content • Provision of support persons for physical disability

Assessment/AssignmentConditionsPlagiarism will result in being deemed Not Competent (NC). A repeat of the unit will be required with payment of the full unit fee. Plagiarism occurs when you “take somebody else’s ideas or words and use them as if they were one’s own” (Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary, 1995, p. 880). Therefore, students must reference any material which is taken from another source.

Students must not bring any unauthorised material into the examination room.

Keyboard-type calculators/translators/dictionaries/personal organisers may not be used in examinations. If calculators are required, they will be provided for accounting units.

Where an assessor gives permission for the use of paper dictionaries in an examination, these must be completely free of any written notes. Dictionaries must be inspected prior to the supervised assessment.

Students must not communicate in any way with any person other than the trainer whilst an exam is in progress. Cheating in supervised assessments is not acceptable and may result in cancellation of enrolment. Cheating will result in being deemed Not Competent (NC).

AssignmentExtensionRequestsStudents must request extensions at least 48 hours prior to the due date. Requests must be made in writing on a standard form that is available from the trainer.

Students who do not request an extension and do not hand the assignment on time may have to repeat the unit, depending on the circumstance this may be a paid repeat.

AssessmentResitsIf a piece of assessment is missed or an assignment is not submitted on time, students are provided with a second and final opportunity to submit assessment. If student’s assessment task is subsequently deemed not satisfactory the student will be deemed not competent in that unit and be required to repeat that unit.

RecordingandStorageofAssessmentResultsA student file will be opened at the beginning of each course and results will be recorded on a regular basis until the completion of the student’s course. The file will be archived in accordance with Section 28 (1) of the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011. All storage and dissemination of information is compliant with the Privacy Act (www.privacy.gov.au).

StatementofResultsandStatementofAttainmentupon successful completion of a student’s course they will be issued with a Statement of Results detailing all competencies of their course. Statements of Results will be issued within 21 days of the final result being recorded. A Statement of Attainment will be issued for partial completion of an accredited course or individual units of Competency from a nationally accredited course.

Qualificationsupon successful completion of an accredited course, an Advanced Diploma, Diploma or Certificate will be issued. It is a requirement of the accreditation process that competency must be achieved in all required units of the course for a qualification to be issued.

StudentResponsibilityStudents are responsible for their own property including books, course materials, and any personal items and recognise that SRI will not be held responsible for any liability and claims for any loss or damage to such items.

Students may be required to attend SRI excursions and activities as part of their course. Any associated transportation relating to such activities will be at the students additional cost.

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INTERNATIONAL FEES & DATES LISTINg

ENGLISH LANGuAGE PROGRAMS Hours per wk

FUllTIME PARTTIME

GENERAL ENGLISH 25 20 15^ 5*

Durationinweeks

IntensiveGeneralEnglishCRICOSCode:073562F

Intake: Every Monday

1-24 $370 $340 $305 $175

25+ $350 $315 N/A N/A

DOYOUREQUIREEnGlISHFORFURTHERSTUDY? Hours per wk Duration in weeks Fees ($AU)

UnipathEnglish1CRICOS Code: 077848D Intake: Every Monday

25 1to20 $370 per wk

UnipathEnglish2CRICOS - Code: 077849C Intake:7Jan,22Apr,19Aug,2Dec,2013

25 10 $370 per wk

IElTSPreparation:(Eveningclasses)CRICOS-Code:074050M Intake: Every Monday

20 1to20 $295perwk

OTHER FEES

Acceptance of Enrolment Fee A$250 (non-refundable)

Course deposit on Application

overseas Student Health Cover (oSHC) From A$41.50/mth (single), A$86.75/mth (couple), A$146/mth (family)

Sarina Russo Institute is working in cooperation with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN). For information regarding airport transfers, accommodation and homestay options for students, please contact our industry partner Australian Homestay Network (AHN) Ph: 1300 697 829 or visit the website www.homestaynetwork.org.NoTE: Fees and charges are quoted in Australian dollars and are subject to change without notice. The information is correct at time of publication (February 2013). Sarina Russo Institute reserves the right to change details at any time. This includes schedules and fees.^Applies to "Core Class" only *Applies to "Your Class" only

English Language Programs are inclusive of learning materials.

BuSINESS Duration Tuition Fee ($AU) Duration Total Tuition Fees

DOUBlEDIPlOMADiplomaofBusinessCourseCode:BSB50207CRICOS Code: 077633G

DiplomaofManagementCourseCode:BSB51107CRICOS Code: 077632J

With CertificateIVinBusinessCourse Code:BSB40207 CRICOS Code: 077634G

Intake:25Feb,18Mar,24Jun,21Oct2013

5weeks

24 weeks

23 weeks

$1,000

$6,500

$6,500

52weeks $14,000

DiplomaofManagementCourseCode:BSB51107CRICOS Code: 077632J

With CertificateIVinBusinessCourse Code: BSB40207CRICOS Code: 077634G

Intake:25Feb,18Mar,24Jun,21Oct,2013

24 weeks

23 weeks

$6,500

$6,500

47 weeks $13,000

CertificateIVinBusinessCourse Code: BSB40207CRICOS Code: 077634G

Intake:25Feb,18Mar,24Jun,21Oct,2013

23 weeks $6,500 23 weeks $6,500

HOSPITALITY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

SarinaRussoInstituteandSeaWorldResort&WaterPark

OTHER FEES

Acceptance of Enrolment Fee A$250(non-refundable)

Course Deposit On application

University Access Course Materials, all Textbooks and Resources $680-$1,200

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)From A$41.50/mth (single), A$86.75/mth (couple), A$146/mth (family)

Re-issuance of Certificates or Statement of Attainment $22 per page

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment $200 per unit of competency

SeaWorldResortInternshipProgram-from$3,315Includes:•8weeksCertificateIIinHospitality(SIT20207)•1week(5day/4nights)SeaWorldResort&WaterParkunpaidinternshipwithresortaccommodation•Complimentarypoloshirtandnamebadge•Graduationceremony•GuaranteedJobInterview*English entry level – minimum 5.5 IELTS or upper-intermediate level. Package English programs are available

Sarina Russo Institute is working in cooperation with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN). For information regarding airport transfers, accommodation and homestay options for students, please contact our industry partner Australian Homestay Network (AHN) Ph: 1300 697 829 or visit the

website www.homestaynetwork.org.NoTE: Fees and charges are quoted in Australian dollars and are subject to change without notice. The information

is correct at time of publication (February 2013). Sarina Russo Institute reserves the right to change details at any time. This includes schedules and fees.

English Language • University Access • Workforce

INTERNATIONAL APPLICATION FORMPlease print clearly in BlOCK letters

STuDENT’S PERSONAL DETAILS

Title: Mr Ms Miss other

Family Name:

Given Name:

Preferred Name:

date of Birth: / / (dd/mm/yy)

Country of Birth:

Nationality:

Gender: Male Female

do you already have an Australian Visa that will allow you to study at Sarina Russo Institute? Yes - Type of Visa:

No - What type of Visa will you apply for?

Student Working Holiday Tourist other:

Student Passport Number:

What language do you speak at home?

How well do you write English? Very Well Well Not Well Not at all

How well do you read English? Very Well Well Not Well Not at all

How well do you speak English? Very Well Well Not Well Not at all

do you have any special learning needs? Yes No If yes, please specify:

STuDENT’S CONTACT DETAILS

Permanent Address in Home Country

Street Number/Name:

Suburb/Town:

Country: Postcode:

Phone (mobile):

Phone (home):

Email:

Address (in Australia)

Street Number/Name:

Suburb/Town: Postcode:

Phone (mobile):

Phone (home):

PARENT/GuARDIAN DETAILS

(MUST be completed if student is under 18years)

Name of Parent/Guardian:

Relationship:

Street Number/Name:

Suburb/Town: Postcode:

Phone (mobile):

Phone (home):Program SelectionI wish to apply for enrolment in the following program (s):

Program 1: Hours per wk: Start date / / (dd/mm/yy) duration:

Program 2: Hours per wk: Start date / / (dd/mm/yy) duration:

Program 3: Hours per wk: Start date / / (dd/mm/yy) duration:

Program 4: Hours per wk: Start date / / (dd/mm/yy) duration:

FuRTHER STuDY OPTIONS

JAMES COOK uNIVERSITY BRISBANE

diploma

Undergraduate Major (if applicable)

Postgraduate Major (if applicable)

March July November Year:

OTHER PARTNER INSTITuTION/COLLEGE

Institution/College Name:

Course Name: Campus:

Major (if applicable):

ENGLISH LEVEL TEST

Test Type:

Test Score:

Test date:

Secondary or tertiary education conducted in English medium

Name of School:

Program: Highest Level:

If you are currently enrolled in an ELICoS school, please specify:

Provider Name: Current English Level:

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English Language • University Access • Workforce CRICOS PROVIDER CODE: 00607B NVR RTO 0427

OVERSEAS STuDENT HEALTH COVER

do you require us to organize overseas Student Health Cover (oSHC)? Yes NoIf YES, please indicate: Single Couple Family

SPONSORED STuDENTS ONLY (Please attach sponsorship letter if available)

Name of organisation sponsoring you:

CREDIT TRANSFER | RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

do you wish to apply for a credit transfer or RPL? Yes No(If yes, please attach supporting documents including transcripts of previous study, evidence of work experience etc)

EDuCATION HISTORY

Are you still at school? Yes NoIf "Yes", school name:

Student LUI Number (If applicable):

What is your highest CoMPLETEd school level? Year 12 Year 11 Year 10 Year 9 or lower Year completed:

If you have left school have you completed any tertiary qualifications? Yes No If YES, please indicate: Cert I Cert II Cert III Cert IV diploma Adv diploma or Associate degree Bachelor degree or Higher other (Please specify):

EMPLOYMENT STATuS

Are you currently employed? Full-time employee Part-time employee Employer Unemployed - seeking part-time work Unemployed - seeking full-time work Not employed - not seeking employment Employed - unpaid in family business Self employed – not employing others

STuDY REASON

of the following, which describes your main reason for undertaking studies at Sarina Russo Institute? (Please select one)

For personal interest or self-development To get a job

To gain credit into further study To train towards a different career

As a requirement of my job To gain extra skills for my job

To get a better job or promotion To start my own business

To develop my existing business other reasons:

MEDICAL CONDITIONS/DISABILITY

do you have any medical, physical restrictions, disabilities, addictions, impairments or long term conditions? If yes, then tick ANY applicable boxes: Physical Intellectual Medical Condition Hearing Impairment/deaf Mental Illness Acquired Brain Impairment Vision Learning other (Please provide details):

DECLARATION

Please visitwww.sri.edu.aufor full Conditions of Enrolment.DEClARATIOn

I understand that information on this form is collected for enrolment and administrative purposes. Information provided may be made available to Australian Government agencies and the Fund Manager of the ESoS Assurance Fund, pursuant to obligations under the ESoS Act 2000 and the National Code (2007). The applicable law for this agreement shall be the law of Queensland, Australia. I understand that, if I have indicated on this form that I wish to apply for entry to a James Cook University (JCU) program, copies of this form and all supporting documents will be forwarded to JCU for consideration. I understand that timetables may vary between morning, afternoon and evening.

I have read and understood the Conditions of Enrolment as stipulated in the Sarina Russo Insititute prospectus and/or as stated on the website: www.sri.edu.au

COnFIDEnTIAlITYThe Australian Vocational Education and Training Management Information Statistical Standard (AVETMISS) is a nationally consistent standard for the collection, analysis and reporting of vocational education and training information throughout Australia. The national data collection agency is National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER). AVETMISS reporting to NCVER is required from all training organisations. Under national statistical reporting protocol, NCVER will not release any information that identifies or could be used to identify individual clients, or training organisations.

AGREEMEnT

• I have read and understood the Conditions of Enrolment of the Institution as specified on the website or as stipulated in the student prospectus.

• I have attached certified copies of academic qualifications, if applicable.

• I have provided evidence of English language ability if required.

• I have provided relevant work experience documentation, if applicable.

• I have read and agree to comply with the Conditions of Enrolment.

SIGnATUREApplicant’s Signature:

date: / / (dd/mm/yy)

For students under the age of 18, a parent/guardian signature is required.

Parent/Guardian Signature: date: / / (dd/mm/yy)

Representative/Agent Stamp:

HOW DID YOu FIND OuT ABOuT SARINA RuSSO INSTITuTE?

Agent (Please specify): Expo School/College Friend/Relative Internet Newspaper/Magazine Job Service Provider Employer other (Please specify):