UNE'S ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
1.0 All students admitted to a UNE award must meet the University's English language requirements for admission irrespective of the study location or study mode.
2.0 When an IELTS or TOEFL score is used to demonstrate English proficiency, that score must have been attained within two years of the date of application for admission.
3.0 For admission to Undergraduate Awards, Post- Graduate Awards by Coursework and the 4-Year PhD Program, at least one of the following criteria must be met:
3.1 English is the student's first language;
3.2 Satisfactory completion of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level, in which English was the sole medium of instruction and assessment;
3.3 A pass grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent;
3.4 For all awards an IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 550 in the Paper-Based test and no less than 5 in the test of Written English;
3.5 Satisfactory completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at the University of New England English Language Centre (ELC) or an equivalent (as recognised by the International Committee) EAP program at an Australian NEAS Accredited Language Centre; or
3.6 Satisfactory completion of an English communication skills program appropriate for specific programs approved, on the advice of the relevant Academic Director or Associate Dean (teaching and Learning), by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development and International) or her/his nominee.
Please note that when students apply for a Student Visa, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) may require additional evidence of English proficiency. If students do not meet the English language requirements they may be required to undertake a preliminary English language program.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Admission to UNE involves a number of steps as set out below. These steps may assist applicants through the various stages of the admission process. If applicants have any questions at any stage during the process they should contact TOP Education, ATP for assistance info@top.edu.au
1. All international students applying to study a full time UNE course at TOP must complete the International Student Admission Form and submit it to TOP admissions for assessment. Applicants who wish to apply through one of TOP Education Group's authorized agents can access the following website to locate their nearest agent: http://www.top.edu.au/education-agents
Applicants should ensure that they attach certified copies of transcripts of all relevant previous studies and evidence of English language proficiency and any other documentation requested on the application form. If documents are in a language other than English, an officially certified English translation of each document must be provided together with certified copies of original documents.
2. The application form with other documents is then forwarded immediately to UNE, Armidale for assessment. UNE will issue a conditional or unconditional offer of admission, together with the UNE International Offer Guide and all other information relevant to an applicant accepting their offer. UNE will advise students if their application is unsuccessful.
3. Applicants need to sign the Offer Acceptance Form and return it to International Marketing and Pathways, UNE with the required payment and any other documentation requested.
4. When International Marketing and Pathways, UNE receives the completed Offer Acceptance Form and the required tuition fees, it will process payment and issue the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) - the form used to apply for a Student Visa from an Australian Embassy, High Commission or the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) as appropriate. Students must obtain a Student Visa before they come to study full time in Australia. Information on obtaining a Student Visa is available online at http://www.immi.gov.au
5. Upon being granted their Student Visa, students intending to study should make travel arrangements including applying for accommodation if needed. Students should advise TOP admissions staff at: info@top.edu.au or their travel arrangements and request airport reception. Current charges for airport pick up are $100.
6. Students should arrive and attend the International Student Orientation and Enrolment after which they will commence their formal UNE course at TOP.
1.0 All students admitted to a UNE award must meet the University's English language requirements for admission irrespective of the study location or study mode.
2.0 When an IELTS or TOEFL score is used to demonstrate English proficiency, that score must have been attained within two years of the date of application for admission.
3.0 For admission to Undergraduate Awards, Post- Graduate Awards by Coursework and the 4-Year PhD Program, at least one of the following criteria must be met:
3.1 English is the student's first language;
3.2 Satisfactory completion of at least one year of full-time or equivalent full-time study at secondary, post-secondary or tertiary level, in which English was the sole medium of instruction and assessment;
3.3 A pass grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent;
3.4 For all awards an IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band score less than 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 550 in the Paper-Based test and no less than 5 in the test of Written English;
3.5 Satisfactory completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at the University of New England English Language Centre (ELC) or an equivalent (as recognised by the International Committee) EAP program at an Australian NEAS Accredited Language Centre; or
3.6 Satisfactory completion of an English communication skills program appropriate for specific programs approved, on the advice of the relevant Academic Director or Associate Dean (teaching and Learning), by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development and International) or her/his nominee.
Please note that when students apply for a Student Visa, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) may require additional evidence of English proficiency. If students do not meet the English language requirements they may be required to undertake a preliminary English language program.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Admission to UNE involves a number of steps as set out below. These steps may assist applicants through the various stages of the admission process. If applicants have any questions at any stage during the process they should contact TOP Education, ATP for assistance info@top.edu.au
1. All international students applying to study a full time UNE course at TOP must complete the International Student Admission Form and submit it to TOP admissions for assessment. Applicants who wish to apply through one of TOP Education Group's authorized agents can access the following website to locate their nearest agent: http://www.top.edu.au/education-agents
Applicants should ensure that they attach certified copies of transcripts of all relevant previous studies and evidence of English language proficiency and any other documentation requested on the application form. If documents are in a language other than English, an officially certified English translation of each document must be provided together with certified copies of original documents.
2. The application form with other documents is then forwarded immediately to UNE, Armidale for assessment. UNE will issue a conditional or unconditional offer of admission, together with the UNE International Offer Guide and all other information relevant to an applicant accepting their offer. UNE will advise students if their application is unsuccessful.
3. Applicants need to sign the Offer Acceptance Form and return it to International Marketing and Pathways, UNE with the required payment and any other documentation requested.
4. When International Marketing and Pathways, UNE receives the completed Offer Acceptance Form and the required tuition fees, it will process payment and issue the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) - the form used to apply for a Student Visa from an Australian Embassy, High Commission or the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) as appropriate. Students must obtain a Student Visa before they come to study full time in Australia. Information on obtaining a Student Visa is available online at http://www.immi.gov.au
5. Upon being granted their Student Visa, students intending to study should make travel arrangements including applying for accommodation if needed. Students should advise TOP admissions staff at: info@top.edu.au or their travel arrangements and request airport reception. Current charges for airport pick up are $100.
6. Students should arrive and attend the International Student Orientation and Enrolment after which they will commence their formal UNE course at TOP.
