This document provides information about international student programs offered through The Gordon, a TAFE institute located in Geelong, Victoria, Australia. It summarizes the benefits of studying in Geelong, including its friendly lifestyle, affordable cost of living, and proximity to Melbourne and natural attractions. The Gordon offers a variety of certificate and diploma programs across many fields including building, design, business, community services, cooking, hairdressing, health, science, and IT. It provides pathways for students to continue their studies at Australian universities upon completion of a program. The document includes details on start dates, entry requirements, tuition fees, and student support services for international students at The Gordon.

1. www.thegordon.edu.au/international
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2016 International
Student Programs

2. Geelong
Geelong is Victoria’s second largest city located on the shores
of beautiful Corio Bay – only 55 minutes by car or train from
Melbourne on the southwest coast.
Geelong is a vibrant university town offering international
students a friendly, safe and enjoyable lifestyle. The city has
exceptional facilities for its student population including an
affordable cost of living, central and suburban shopping areas,
restaurants catering to all budgets, and world-class cultural,
recreational and sporting events.
The Geelong region is also the gateway to some of Victoria’s
spectacular natural attractions such as the Great Ocean Road
and bushland with kangaroos. With blue skies and world
famous beaches, Geelong provides an authentic Australian
experience.
International students will enjoy the city’s vibrant waterfront
area, cinemas and theatres as well as local galleries and libraries
conveniently located within a 15-minute walk from The Gordon’s
City Campus.
Geelong enjoys relatively moderate weather throughout the year.
Winter (June – August) is cool with an average temperature of 13
degrees (Celsius), while summer (December – February) is warm
with an average temperature of 25 degrees.
Geelong has everything you need to make your Australian
study experience enjoyable.
The Gordon
Established in 1887, The Gordon is one of Australia’s largest
regional TAFE institutes, and is renowned for providing quality
education which delivers real results.
We excel at hands-on learning and take pride in our graduates
being work-ready. In fact, our graduates achieve a higher
employment rate than the Geelong average.
Our international students gain real skills and experience that
can lead to an exciting and rewarding career. We work closely
with many employers in the region to provide
work experience and networking opportunities for students.
English Language Intensive Courses for
Overseas Students (ELICOS)
General English courses
Our General English course is designed to improve English
fluency and language skills in a wide variety of situations.
This course is divided into three levels – Elementary, Pre-
Intermediate and Intermediate. Students have their English
language level tested on the first day of class to ensure they are
placed in the most appropriate level.
English for Academic Purposes courses
Strong English language skills are essential for success in
all Gordon courses. Our English for Academic Purposes
course provides the opportunity to improve English language
proficiency in preparation for further study in Australia. This
course is delivered at two levels: Upper-Intermediate and
Advanced.
English for visitors and tourists
Full–time and part–time English programs designed for tourists
and non–student visa holders are also offered. These programs
are a great way to learn English for work or travel while you
explore Geelong and the surrounding regions.
ELICOS start dates
2016 18 Jan, 22 Feb, 11 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 15 Aug, 3 Oct, 7 Nov
2017 23 Jan, 27 Feb, 18 Apr, 22 May, 17 Jul, 21 Aug, 9 Oct, 13 Nov
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Only 55 minutes drive between
Geelong and Melbourne
Lila – Brazil
“I came to Australia with an
important aim: to improve my
English and I achieved it but more
than that I had the opportunity
to meet new friends from a lot of
countries. All of us, (teachers and
students) had a really nice chance
to learn more about each culture,
people and manners.
Learning English at The Gordon
was a great experience for me, because I learned more than
grammar, listening, reading and speaking. This changed my
understanding about life in this lucky country . Also as I had the
opportunity to know more about different cultures, I can live
wherever I want in the future.”
Lila M Calle, ELICOS

3. Course Name Volume of Learning Start Date/
Intake
Additional
Entry
Requirements
Campus 1 Annual
Tuition fee
AUD$ 2
Annual
Equipment
Cost AUD$ 3Attendance
Weeks
Term break
Weeks
Work
Placement
Total
Weeks
ADVANCED DESIGN AND BUILDING
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) 2268VIC 92 34 0 126 Feb - East 11,000 950
Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration MSF50213 59 13 0 72 Feb - East 11,000 1,200
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50210 59 13 0 72 Feb - East 11,000 1,100
Certificate II in Building and Construction
(Carpentry - Pre apprenticeship) 22216VIC
19 2 0 21 Feb and Jul - East 5,500 630
Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22138VIC 19 2 0 21 Feb and Jul - East 5,500 695
AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE AND CONSERVATION
Certificate III in Horticulture AHC31410 36 6 0 42 Feb - East 11,000 960
Certificate IV in Horticulture AHC40410 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert III in
Horticulture
East 11,000 960
Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management AHC40910 34 6 2 42 Feb - East 11,000 1,100
Diploma of Conservation and Land Management AHC51110 68 22 4 94 Feb - East 11,000 250
ART AND DESIGN
Diploma of Graphic Design CUV50311 56 16 0 72 Feb Folio City 11,000 1,310
Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design CUV60411* 68 12 4 84 Feb Folio City 11,000 1,310
BUSINESS AND TRAINING
Certificate IV in Accounting FNS50210 ~ 19 2 0 21 Feb - City 5,500 580
Diploma of Accounting FNS60210 ~ 19 2 0 21 Jul Cert IV in
Accounting
City 5,500 660
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Diploma of Community Services Work CHC50612 72 12 10 94 Feb IELTS 6.0 City 11,000 1,000
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50113 74 12 8 94 Feb IELTS 6.0 City 11,000 1,000
COOKERY – THE GORDON CULINARY SCHOOL
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery SIT30813 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul - City 11,000 1,460
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery SIT40413 18 7 0 25 Feb and Jul Cert III in
Commercial
Cookery
City 5,500 830
Certificate IV in Patisserie SIT40713 18 7 0 25 Feb and Jul Cert IV in
Commercial
Cookery
City 5,500 500
Entry requirements
To enrol in The Gordon's certificate, diploma, or advanced
diploma courses, you require:
• Successful completion of Year 12 or its equivalent; or
• Successful completion of Year 11 or its equivalent (for some
certificate level courses); or
• Mature–aged applicants over the age of 20, who have been
out of full-time secondary education for at least 12 months,
and have relevant work experience.
• IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score below 5.0
or its equivalent; or
• The Gordon Upper–Intermediate English Certificate; or
• Evidence that English is the language of instruction for at
least five years of previous studies
• To be aged 18 years or over at the time of enrolment
Additional requirements may apply for some courses.
Pathways and credit transfer to Australian
universities
The Gordon has established Credit Transfer arrangements
within Australia. These arrangements can reduce the amount
of study time normally required to complete a degree by up to
18 months. On successful completion of a Gordon qualification
and subject to the university rules and regulations, Gordon
graduates can apply to study a related degree program at
Australian universities.
In particular, The Gordon has established excellent guaranteed
pathway programs into Deakin University with students able
to gain credit for their studies at The Gordon. Information on
Deakin University courses can be found at www.deakin.edu.
au/study-at-deakin/apply-credit-for-prior-learning
Joint letter of offer with Deakin University
Joint Letter of Offers might be available for some courses,
please contact The Gordon International for details.
Courses in 2016

4. Course Name Volume of Learning Start Date/
Intake
Additional
Entry
Requirements
Campus 1 Annual
Tuition fee
AUD$ 2
Annual
Equipment
Cost AUD$ 3Attendance
Weeks
Term break
Weeks
Work
Placement
Total
Weeks
ENGLISH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSES
English for Academic purposes
(Upper–Intermediate or Advanced)
10 0 0 10 Multiple - City 3,000 per
term
–
General English
(Elementary/ Pre-Intermediate/ Intermediate)
10 0 0 10 Multiple - City 3,000 per
term
–
HAIRDRESSING, BEAUTY THERAPY AND MAKEUP
Certificate III in Hairdressing SIH30111 44 12 0 56 Feb - City 11,000 1,630
HEALTH AND SCIENCE
Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30212 11 3 6 20 Feb and Jul IELTS 6.0 City 5,500 580
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse) HLT51612 49 13 10 72 Feb and Jul IELTS 7.0 City 15,400 480
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice HLT40312 36 6 0 42 Feb - East 11,000 1,100
Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert IV in
Massage Therapy
Practice
East 11,000 1,100
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques MSL40109 36 6 0 42 Feb - City 11,000 420
Diploma of Laboratory Technology MSL50109 36 6 0 42 Feb Cert IV in
Laboratory
Techniques
City 11,000 300
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Certificate IV in Information Technology ICA40111 ~ 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul - East 11,000 960
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology ICA60111 ~ 36 6 0 42 Feb and Jul Cert IV in
Information
Technology
East 11,000 600
Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering UEE60411 72 22 0 94 Feb and Jul - East 11,000 535
* Student enrols into a lower level qualification and graduates at the higher level listed.
1. Campus: City = Fenwick Street, Geelong. East = Boundary Road, East Geelong.
2. Annual tuition fees are accurate at the time of printing. Courses for one year or less are actual fees.
For current fees, please refer to our website.
3. Annual equipment costs include textbooks, course equipment/materials, excursions, uniforms,
printing, etc.
~ this course is subject to replacement.
Student services and facilities
The Gordon provides International students with the following
free services:
• Homestay booking
• Airport welcome and transfer
booking
• Health cover arrangement
• Orientation and enrolment
• 24 hour student help-line
• Careers advice and resume
assistance
• Study support centre
• Library and internet facilities
• Complaints and appeals
procedure
• Bookshops
• Cafeterias
• Student residence
(on-campus
accommodation)
• Prayer room
Migration
Information on the skilled migration program is available from
liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au.
How to apply?
You can submit an online application to The Gordon International
office or via an education agent.
Please visit our website for further details.

5. Living costs
The following table lists estimated expenses for one year based
on 52 weeks for one person. The following example is intended
as a guide only and will vary with your own needs and wants.
$AUD
Private share accommodation (shared by two)
at $130 per week
$6,760
Utilities (gas, electricity and water)
at $40 per week
$2,080
Public transport at $35 per week $1,820
Food and beverage at $80 per week $4,160
Entertainment/leisure at $40 per week $2,080
TOTAL $16,900
Additional costs
Please refer to the List of Courses table in this brochure for
course fees and equipment costs.
Application/Enrolment fee Nil
Homestay arrangement service
(20 weeks or more of study)
Homestay arrangement service
(less than 20 weeks of study)
Nil
$285
Airport pickup service
(20 weeks or more of study)
Airport pickup service
(less than 20 weeks of study)
Nil
$285
Overseas student health cover - BUPA
(single per annum)
$530
Student amenities fee (per term) * $40
Additional course material fee
See each
course for
details
* Student amenities fees contribute to the provision of the following student
services: Counselling, Careers Resource Centre, Library and a wide range of
student facilities.
Accommodation (AUD$ per week per person)
Type Homestay 1
Student
residence 2
Single full board
(including meals)
$230 -
Twin share full board
(including meals)
$200 -
Single half board
(without meals)
-
$125
(bond $500)
1. Homestay is arranged by a private organisation who specialise in providing
accommodation placement services. Any personal student information given
to this organisation by the Institute will remain strictly confidential.
2. Subject to availability.
Fees and charges
Vitor – Portugal
“When I arrived in Australia in
2012 my communication skills
were very basic. I enrolled
in twenty weeks of English
language classes and also
began studying the Diploma of
Building and Construction and a
Diploma of Building Surveying.
The course enabled me to
familiarise myself with local laws
and regulations, and prepared
me to work in the Australian
construction industry. I was also able to further develop my
interpersonal and leadership skills and develop some very
close friendships.
Today I am working as a building supervisor and am tasked
with managing all of the trades in multiple sites. Evidently,
the skills and attributes that I learned at The Gordon have
helped me. I started learning about the building industry
when I was very young when I went to construction sites
with my father during the school holidays, and now, in
my thirties I am still continuing to learn and adapt to new
situations and challenges.”
Vitor Catarino, ELICOS, Building & Construction
and Building Surveying, 2012

6. CRICOS No. 00011G
04361TOID3044Issued10August2015
June 2015. The information contained in this brochure was accurate at the time of printing. As courses are
constantly under review, details may change during the life of this brochure.
Please refer to our website for current information. Various photographs courtesy of Geelong Otway Tourism.
Quality Training Guarantee
• The Gordon is a registered training provider. Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students.
CRICOS Provider No. 00011G
• Where a training product is replaced or is no longer ‘current’ within the training period, the learner will be offered
the current or new training product within a mutually agreed time period. This symbol ~ indicates a course is subject
to replacement and that the course code, title, units and content may change in 2016. Further information will be
provided on the Gordon website, upon enrolment and or during the course of your training.
• This course list is aligned to The Gordon RTO Code 3044 scope of registration as listed on the national register and is
correct as at the time of printing.
The Gordon will not train or assess training products that are not specifically listed on the scope of registration.
• The Gordon does not guarantee the completion or workplace outcomes of any of its provided training and assessment.
• Some courses will use a mix of face-to-face, workplace and online learning strategies and resources.
• All testimonials and images have been used with the consent of their supplier.
The Gordon International
2 Fenwick St, Geelong
Victoria, Australia 3220
Contact Us
Ph: +61 3 5225 0920
Email: international@gordontafe.edu.au
Mail: Private Bag 1, Geelong Mail Centre
Victoria, Australia 3221
 Accessibility enquiries phone 5225 0835 or
email disabilitysupportservices@gordontafe.edu.au
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