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Contents
• Preparation for Cambridge Certificate of The Shafston Activities and Travel Centre… …………………… 33
Proficiency in English (CPE) (CEFR C2) …………………… 14 Policies & Procedures and Enrolment Information……………… 36
• Preparation for the Cambridge BEC Programs … ……… 16 Application Form… ……………………………………………… 37
• Preparation for Cambridge Business English
Certificate Vantage (BEC Vantage) (CEFR B2)… ………… 16
• Preparation for Cambridge Business English
Certificate Higher (BEC Higher) (CEFR C1)… …………… 16
SHAFSTON INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
01
Welcome to Shafston
Middle East 1%
Sub Continent 9%
Shafston has two campuses that are located in the heart of the city of Brisbane.
Campuses
Film Club
Students all meet with a Shafston teacher to watch all types of films...New
films, Classics, Australian films and more. Students can request films they
would like to see by talking to the teacher running the club.
(CRICOS 021673G)
General English prepares students for the kind of English they will need in • Travel & Tourism
everyday situations. Class programs are designed to effectively develop
• Vocational English
communication skills and fluency in Speaking, Listening, Reading, Grammar,
Pronunciation and Writing (core skills). You can enter at any level and • Cambridge Skills
progress at your own pace. You can join the program and study from as • Media
little as two weeks to as long as fifty weeks.
‘Level Up’ tests are conducted regularly. Students can monitor their own
Our teaching styles encourage interactive language use so you will have progress and elect to take the test when they choose. Students must pass
many opportunities to practise the skills you are learning. in order to graduate to the next level. Usually five weeks of concentrated
The morning classes focus intensively on core skills. In the afternoon, study is recommended before attempting the test. It is expected that
students in beginner and elementary levels continue a theme-based all students attend at least 85% or more of their classes, complete all
program which focuses on all the core skills. Students in pre-intermediate homework and gain a thorough knowledge of the curriculum.
through to advanced have a choice of the electives below:
• Academic English
• IELTS
• Speaking
• Business English
• TOEIC
• TOEFL
09:00 – 11:00 Introduction to new Grammar Pronunciation and Vocabulary Reading and
theme. Speaking Writing
Direct and Indirect Expressing abstract
Listening and speaking Questions. Intonation: Showing ideas. Summarising
Understanding fast Tenses. interest and surprise. newspaper articles.
speech.
Homework check.
11:00 – 11:15 MORNING BREAK
11:15 – 12:15 Vocabulary Discussion Study skills Listening and Review and
development: Speaking Consolidation
Recording and Giving feedback.
remembering Listening: Model Working with Tell a story from two
vocabulary analysis. Vocabulary: monolingual points of view. Talking
role plays. dictionaries. about our embarrassing
experiences.
12:15 – 13:15 LUNCH BREAK
13:15 – 15:15 Pronunciation and Grammar Focus Writing Workshop Listening Theme Work
Speaking
Homework Quiz
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Are you a risk-taker? Language summary in Project: Prepare Prepare writing exercise Language summary in
(from text book) text book. interviews for Friday. from text book for next text book.
Tuesday.
(CRICOS 021674F)
This program thoroughly and systematically prepares the student for all • Report and Essay Writing;
aspects of the IELTS examination – Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. • Library and Research Skills.
Students have regular exam practice sessions using past IELTS papers.
They learn IELTS exam techniques and strategies for achieving the best
possible result.
Homework
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Vocabulary Question Complete video Proofing your Diary or Writing
review activity Formation: review writing Task
Preparation for reading Error-correction (writing)
activity.
Evening Classes
General English & IELTS Preparation Programs
16.00 – 18:00 Grammar Review: Speaking / Reading and Vocabulary Everyday English
Discussion Speaking
Test Your Grammar Saying the opposite – Being polite
Practice
Telling Lies Diana and Elvis shot - Antonyms and
- Questions and - Asking for more JFK! Prefixes Grammar Workshop
negatives information - Pre-reading
- Language focus - Negative questions discussion Writing (p114)
- Forming negative - Comprehension Linking ideas -
structures check Conjunctions
- Spoken English - Vocabulary work
- What do you think?
18:00 – 18:30 BREAK
18.30 – 20.30 Reading, speaking Listening and Speaking, listening, Song - ‘I never Review Test
and listening Speaking reading and writing loved you anyway’
Review Test Check and
activity activity
My most Vocabulary building Correct / Consolidation
What’s the story? memorable lie! So you think you’re exercise (20-square:
– To find factual Uncertainty card game honest? Opposites
discrepancies language activity – To devise a Activity 28 – Vocabulary
between two Speaking activity – questionnaire to Games and Activities 2)
newspaper stories Play a card game with assess how honest
prefixes and suffixes a person is
13.45 – 15.45 Vocabulary Listening Part IV: Reading: Skills TOEIC Part II
development: Words for specific Short talks development Practice: Question/
expressing contrast information Response Strategies
Skills development: Reading: and tactics
Listening for specific Skills development –
information skimming and scanning
Homework
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Vocabulary review Question Complete video Proofing your Diary or Writing
activity. Formation: review. writing. Task.
Preparation for reading Error-correction
activity. (writing).
09:30 – 11:30 Topic: Practice Listening Check homework Check homework Check homework
School Test Reading and speaking Practice writing test. TOEFL reading
Performance (newspaper). comprehension
Vocabulary Identifying arguments - understanding
development. for and against. exceptions
Talking about school Asking for and giving - understanding
experience. opinions. complex structures.
Giving an oral
presentation.
11:30 – 11:45 MORNING BREAK
11:45 – 12:45 TOEFL Listening Grammar Listening (AV) Speaking Review Test
(conversations) Problems with TTN/current affairs Preparation for Consolidation
- Implications prepositions seminar
- Problems
- Topics
12:45 – 13:45 LUNCH BREAK
13:45 – 15:45 iBT Lab time iBT Lab time iBT Lab time iBT Lab time iBT Lab time
Reading EAP Reading Writing Academic Writing Speaking and Seminar
Intelligence reading Using context to Comparison/ contrast Writing an argument Skills
article determine meanings essay for/against
- discussion of simple and difficult
- comprehension words
Homework
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Reading activity Cumulative review Review of count and Cumulative review exercise for adverbs and
Speed reading activity exercise for pronouns non-count nouns adverb-related structures
New
European 45%
*Computer Based Cambridge Exams!
Latin American 30%
Shafston students enrolling in the June intake of PET and BEC-Vantage will sit
South East Asia 10%
the Computer-based exam at Shafston. Students will be given preparation and
North East Asia 10% practise in the computer lab to become familiar with the components of the
computer-based exam. The traditional face-to face speaking format still exists.
South Pacific 3%
Middle East 2%
* Availability of the Computer Based Cambridge exams are subject to numbers.
Homework
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Collocations Phrasal verbs Spelling changes Negative Exam practice
worksheet worksheet worksheet prefixes similar meanings
Homework
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Write a memo advising Completion of reading Interview preparation Review activity
staff of smoking policy comprehension for An Unusual Job (completion of pre-speaking Unit 7B student book
in the workplace homework worksheet for Friday activity)
Shopping in the Lone Pine Koala Ten Pin Bowling Indoor Rock BBQ party at Day trip to Dream Free day with
Queen St Mall Sanctuary Pick-up 4.30 Climbing Southbank World homestay families
Pick-up 4.30 Pick-up 4.30 Pick-up 4.30 Pick-up 4.30 Pick-up 5.00
Earn as you learn • For direct entry into the 37 week Diploma of Hospitality Management
(CRICOS 062417F) applicants must have completed a Certificate
International Students of Shafston School of Hospitality can work in III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or Certificate III in Hospitality
paid employment for up to 20 hours per week during term and unlimited (Patisserie)
hours during vacations. Students are earning up to AUD$20.00 per hour.
Graduates of Cookery and Patisserie can expect to earn approximately
AUD$40,000 to AUD$45,000 per year in their first year of full time
employment. For confirmation, go to http://www.myfuture.edu.au/services/
default.asp?FunctionID=5050&ASCO=332200A#Earnings
THHBCC02B Prepare appetisers and salads THHGLE14B Prepare and monitor budgets
THHBCC03B Prepare stocks and sauces and soups THHGFA06A Interpret financial information
THHBPT02B Prepare and produce cakes THHGLE13B Manage finances within a budget
THHBPT03B Prepare and produce yeast goods THHGLE14B Prepare and monitor budgets
cooks is increasing in line relevant Australian assessing authority; Have relevant work experience in the
nominated occupation
Employment and Workplace a student would graduate with both a trade qualification in demand and a
University degree within four years.
Program Occupation
Cook (ASCO Code – 4513-11)
Pastry Cook (ASCO Code – 4512-13)
The information above is of a global nature and is not intended to be, and is
not, a complete or definitive statement of information related to Australia’s
General Skilled Migration Program. Full information on the General Skilled
Migration Program is available on the website of the Department of
Immigration And Citizenship at www.immi.gov.au . It is also recommended
that interested applicants seek advice from a registered migration agent.
Workplacement facilities -
Brisbane, Australia
Airport Greeting
To ensure a convenient and comfortable arrival to Brisbane choose
Shafston’s airport greeting service. A member of the Shafston team will be
waiting for you in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying the Shafston logo.
You will then be taken directly to your accommodation where our driver will
ensure you are settled in your new home.
Shafston Activities and Travel Centre Wide range of social events are being organised by Shafston staff on a
regular basis. These events are excellent opportunities to make new friends
offers a wide range of services and learn about other cultures. Here are some examples:
Sample Activities
DAY ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION COST
Fraser Island, the World’s Largest Sand Island is one the great must see destinations in Australia.
Friday - Fraser Island
A unique PARADISE of golden beaches, crystal clear lakes and lush rainforest. This tour covers all $349
Sunday 4WD Adventure
the major attractions!
Dolphins Spend a fantastic day on a boat, discovering the beauty of Moreton Bay. Experience dolphins,
Saturday Snorkelling snorkelling amongst shipwrecks, colourful fish & coral, walking on sandy white beaches, and enjoy $117
Cruise a delicious seafood lunch.
STUDENT Shafston hosts regular students parties and social events on campus and at nearby venues. Keep
Friday FREE
PARTY a look out for what’s next!
During this 2-day Moreton Island adventure you will experience 4WD-touring, sand boarding,
Saturday - 2 Day Moreton
snorkelling, sandy white beaches, Blue Lagoon and much more. $209
Sunday Island 4WD Tour
GO TO PARADISE
Sunshine Coast Come on a drive & enjoy the beautiful Sunshine Coast! Visit the famous Noosa & its magnificent
Sunday $89
Tour white beaches; Go koala & goanna spotting in Noosa National Park and much more...
Do something crazy – jump out of an airplane from 14,000ft!!!! Total adrenalin rush!!! The price
Saturday Skydiving $299
includes tandem skydive, transport, BBQ lunch and certificate.
Aboriginal Discover the true history of Aboriginals and their way of life. Learn how to play a didgeridoo, paint
Wednesday $45
Culture your own boomerang and learn how to throw it!
Join us on a wonderful day visiting famous Byron Bay and alternative Nimbin! Enjoy colourful
Byron Bay &
Sunday markets, beautiful beaches, Cape Byron Lighthouse, great shopping and more. A day full of fun & $72
Nimbin
adventure!
A tour around the city, seeing some of the more colourful areas, stopping at Mt Coot-tha, South
Brisbane by
Wednesday Bank, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge and New Farm Park before finishing at a secret lookout $39
night
overlooking the city.
Academic support
Academic mentors are available on campus. Mentors offer one-on-one
advice and provide skill building exercises in a range of areas, including:
planning and researching written work; researching requirements and
tools; strategies for editing work; referencing skills; time management; oral
presentation skills and examination strategies. Through this service students
can target concerns early and avoid losing marks due to lack of knowledge
of the requirements of academic assessment.
Grievance Procedures, Appeals or 3. Forward the signed application form and supporting documentation
Complaints to Shafston or a Shafston authorised representative.
SHAFSTON SHAFSTON
ENGLISH (ELICOS)
INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Uniform, Books, Boots and Knife kit (Payable on Arrival. Subject to Change) $752*
University Mansions (Independently owned and operated by Brisbane City Student Accommodation PTY LTD)
Placement Fee $198 Short Term (Standard Rates) Long Term (12 - 23 Weeks) Long Term (24 Weeks or more)
Daily Weekly Weekly 12 Weeks Full Rate Weekly 24 Weeks Full Rate
Premier Deluxe Private $100 first night then $65 $360 $330 $3,960 $310 $7,440
Front
River
Premier Deluxe Twin Share $70 first night then $35 $190 $185 $2,220 $170 $4,080
Deluxe Private $90 first night then $60 $340 $320 $3,840 $290 $6,960
Front
River
Non
Deluxe Twin Share $60 first night then $35 $180 $175 $2,100 $160 $3,840
Dormitory Private NA $NA $420 $5,040 $390 $9,360
Front
River
Shafston Services
Shafston Student Employment (One Time Payment)
Job Club Membership (paid part-time work) $230*
Volunteer/Work Experience (e.g. Red Cross, Greenpeace) $230*
Farmstay $495
Brisbane Airport Pick-Up $99*
Brisbane Airport Pick-Up and Return $165*
Gold Coast Airport Pick-Up $200*
Gold Coast Airport Pick-Up and Return $335*
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) $32 / month
Required by law for all Student Visa Holders
* Price includes GST
** Compulsory for all students under 18 years of age
HOLIDAYS 2009
Shafston International College is open every Thursday 1st January 2009 New Years Day Holiday Monday 8th June 2009 Queen’s Birthday
weekday except the following public holidays Friday 2nd January 2009 New Years Day Holiday Wednesday 12th August 2009 RNA Show
Monday 26th January 2009 Australia Day Friday 25th December 2009 Christmas Day
Friday 10th April 2009 Good Friday
Monday 13th April 2009 Easter Monday
Monday 4th May 2009 Labour Day
APPLICATION FORM 2009 PLEASE FAX, POST or EMAIL THIS PAGE
What is your highest qualification? _______________________________ Institution attended: ________________________ Year: _________
Do you have an English proficiency level rating (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL)? Yes/No
Test Name: ______________________________________ Date test taken: __________________ Result: ____________________________
Supporting documents attached:
COURSE DETAILS
Note: if you are completing a Hospitality Course please indicate “Commercial Cookery” or “Patisserie” in the course name.
Course 1:
Course: __________________________________________________________________________ Start Date: _______________________
Length: _________________________________ Application Fee: ____________________ Tuition Cost: _____________________________
Text Books and Learning Materials Cost: ______________________ Exam Cost: ___________Total Cost: _____________________________
Course 2:
Course: __________________________________________________________________________ Start Date: _______________________
Length: _________________________________ Application Fee: ____________________ Tuition Cost: _____________________________
Text Books and Learning Materials Cost: ______________________ Exam Cost: ___________Total Cost: _____________________________
Course 3:
Course: __________________________________________________________________________ Start Date: _______________________
Length: _________________________________ Application Fee: ____________________ Tuition Cost: _____________________________
Text Books and Learning Materials Cost: ______________________ Exam Cost: ___________Total Cost: _____________________________
SHAFSTON SERVICES
Job Club Membership: ________ Volunteer/Work Experience: ________ Airport Pick-Up: ________ Airport Pick-Up and Return: ___________
OSHC Total Cost: __________ Total Cost: ________________________________________________________________________________
PAYMENT DETAILS
Cash / Bank Draft / Telegraphic Transfer / Mastercard / VISA
Please make Bank Drafts payable to: Shafston
Please make Telegraphic Transfers payable to: Shafston House College Ltd
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Brisbane QLD BSB: 064189 Account Number: 10020156 (Student Visa)
BSB: 064189 Account Number: 10023365 (All other Visas)
Swift Number: CTBAAU2S
Credit Cards *
Type: ________________________________________________ Name on Card: _______________________________________________
Card No: Signature: ________________________________________
Expiry date: _________ / __________ *Payments made by credit card will incur the following charges: Mastercard/Visa/Bankcard of 1.5%
APPLICATION FORM 2009
Refund Policy SHAFSTON
SHAFSTON HOUSE COLLEGE Ltd (CRICOS Provider Code: 01542F) (ELICOS Programs) Terms and Conditions of Refunds, Deferrals or Transfers
1. Notification of cancellation or withdrawal from individual units or a program must be made in writing to Shafston prior to the start of the program.
2. Application and Accommodation Placement fees are not refundable.
3. Cancellation in writing at least 4 weeks before the student’s original program start date attracts a full refund of fees paid except as in 2 above.
4. Cancellation in writing less than 4 weeks before the student’s original program start date but prior to the start date attracts a refund except as in 2 above
and less $350 cancellation fee.
5. Cancellation after the student’s original program start date will not attract a refund.
6. If you notify us of your intention to withdraw before your original start date and are eligible for a refund as per 4 and 5 above, then the refund will be paid to
you within four weeks of Shafston receiving your notification of withdrawal.
7. In the case of visa refusal, a refund will be given up to the original program start date as long as written proof is presented, minus the application fee.
8. No refunds will be given to students who are expelled for unacceptable behaviour or non-compliance with visa conditions.
9. There are no refunds for public holidays or days you miss due to sickness or other reasons.
10. Fees are not transferable between students.
11. It is a course requirement that all fees as invoiced must be paid in full, failure to do so will result in a cancellation of enrolment and withholding of results.
12. In the case of a student needing to return home urgently, the remainder of their course may be deferred and the fees may be held for up to one year in trust.
13. Your program is indicated by the start and end dates on your Shafston acceptance letter.
14. All fees and charges are payable upon invoice. Students may be precluded from sitting exams, receiving results or attending classes if tuition fees are not paid
by the date specified on the invoice.
15. In the case of provider default, refunds cannot be covered by a written agreement. Such situations are covered by the ESOS Act 2000 and the ESOS
Regulations 2001
16. Any refund will be paid to the person or entity that originally paid the course fees and, where possible, in the same currency in which the fees were paid.
17. Cambridge Preparation course candidates must pay all exam fees applicable.
Transfer Policy
1. Tuition fees remaining, less $350 transfer fee, will be transferred to another institution if a student reaches the required IELTS score for higher studies entry
before the end of their Shafston enrolment. The transferable amount will be adjusted so that the weekly fee rate paid is in accordance with the actual number
of weeks studied. The new course must not have an ELICOS component.
2. All tuition fees from a Shafston ELICOS course may be transferred to other Shafston programs (i.e., Shafston Training One or Shafston Institute of T echnology
program). No transfer fee will be incurred for the first semester. The transferable amount will be adjusted so that the weekly fee rate paid is in accordance with
the actual number of weeks studied.
3. Tuition fees cannot be transferred to other services.
SHAFSTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Pty Ltd (CRICOS Provider Code: 02691G) AND SHAFSTON TRAINING ONE Pty Ltd (CRICOS Provider Code: 02687C)
(Higher Education and VET Programs) Terms and Conditions of Refunds, Deferrals or Withdrawals
1. Notification of withdrawal from individual units or a program must be made in writing to Shafston before your arrival in Australia (on a visa granted to study at
Shafston).
2. Application fees are non-refundable.
3. If you notify us of your intention to withdraw from individual units or a program before your arrival in Australia (on a visa granted to study at Shafston) then you
are eligible to receive a refund minus a $350 administration charge.
4. No refunds will be given for notification of withdrawal which occurs after your arrival in Australia (on a visa granted to study at Shafston).
The exception to this is noted in paragraph five.
5. Once you have arrived in Australia (on a visa granted to study at Shafston), no refund is available to participants who withdraw unless the student can provide a
medical certificate or show extreme personal hardship. In that case, fees may be refunded on a pro-rata basis, minus the administrative fee/deposit. However,
should participants wish to resume their studies at a later date, the original fee payment can be used as credit towards that course within twelve months of initial
payment. Refund requests should be made in writing.
6. If you notify us of your intention to withdraw before your arrival in Australia (on a visa granted to study at Shafston) you are eligible for a refund as per 3
above, then the refund will be paid to you within four weeks of Shafston receiving your request for refund.
7. No academic penalty will be incurred if you notify us of your intention to withdraw from individual units or a program before the end of week 4 of the semester.
8. It is a course requirement that all fees as invoiced must be paid in full, failure to do so will result in a cancellation of enrolment and withholding of results.
Students may be precluded from sitting exams, receiving results or attending classes if tuition fees are not paid by the date specified on the invoice.
9. Where an international student obtains residency/citizenship status then local fees will apply from the semester following the date of their residency/citizenship.
10. Any refund will be paid to the person or entity that originally paid the course fees and, where possible, in the same currency in which the fees were paid.
11. In the case of provider default, refunds cannot be covered by a written agreement. For international students such situations are covered by the ESOS Act 2000
and the ESOS Regulations 2001.
12. Fees may be subject to change without notice.
13. All units offered subject to sufficient numbers.
I have read and agree to abide by, Shafston’s terms and conditions (including Refund Policy).
As a Commercial Cookery/Hospitality management student, I understand I will be required to handle, prepare and taste meat products.
I agree to advise Shafston when my address and/or contact details change during the course of my enrolment.
Disclaimer: This publication is intended as a general introduction to Shafston Colleges. Information is correct at the time of printing. The inclusion of details
of a program or a course, or service, creates no obligation on the part of Shafston to teach or deliver it as or when described. Shafston may discontinue or
vary programs, courses and/or services at any time without notice. Information in this booklet is accurate as of February 2009. If a student wishes to apply to
Shafston, he/she should contact a Shafston representative, refer to the website, or contact staff at the College to research any possible updates.
PROVIDER NO. 01542F
PROVIDER NO. 02687C