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Queensland Government schools Regional school profile handbook My choice Regional experience My choice Destinations 4 Welcome Programs 6 The Queensland Government welcomes international My experience students ... Homestay 7 Queensland is renowned for its world-class education Healthy lifestyle 7 system, and the Queensland Government is delighted to offer international students the opportunity to be part of one of the leading growth economies in Australia. My future Education Queensland International (EQI) Academic pathways 8 is the Queensland Government’s dedicated team of professionals that specialises in managing the needs of The Queensland education system 8 international students and their families. Queensland Government schools provide students with the best choice of pathways, enabling them to achieve School profiles their academic, career and personal development goals in Cairns 12 a supportive and healthy environment. Safety, academic excellence, natural beauty, competitive Central Coast 16 living costs and a healthy outdoor lifestyle make Queensland the best choice for an overseas study Fraser Coast 24 experience. Sunshine Coast 30 We look forward to welcoming Toowoomba 34 you to Queensland! EQI Holiday Adventure Programs 38 Matrix – Authority subjects 40 Matrix – Authority registered subjects 42 Matirx – Sport 44 3 My choice Destinations Cairns – Atherton Central Coast Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 30°C–28°C 26°C–22°C 22°C–25°C 27°C–30°C 28°C–26°C 23°C–21°C 21°C–25°C 27°C–28°C 23°C–22°C 20°C–14°C 13°C–16°C 20°C–23°C 19°C–18°C 16°C–13°C 10 °C–12°C 15°C–18°C Choose your destination Queensland Government schools are situated in many exciting locations throughout the state. Students can choose to study T h in modern, sophisticated cities or relaxed country areas and e G r coastal communities; close to national parks, rainforests, e a t reefs, and some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Three B a r international, and a network of domestic, airports provide r ie r convenient access to get students anywhere they want to be! R e ef DARwIn Cairns Central Coast BrisbaNE PERTH SYDNEY Fraser Coast ADELAIDE MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA Sunshine Coast HOBART 4 Fraser Coast Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 30°C–29°C 27°C–22°C 22°C–25°C 27°C–29°C 21°C–20C 17°C–11°C 9°C–14°C 16°C–20°C Sunshine Coast Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 29°C–28°C 26°C–21°C 21°C–24°C 25°C–28°C 21°C–19°C 16°C–10°C 9°C–13°C 16°C–20°C Student Experience “It was the most amazing time of my life. My family was just so wonderful and integrated me like a part of their family. They made my time in Australia so good for me.” Carina Thomys from Germany Toowoomba Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 27°C–25°C 23°C–15°C 16°C–21°C 24°C–27°C 17°C–15°C 12°C–9°C 6°C–8°C 11°C–16°C 5 My choice Graduate My experience The Graduate program is designed for students seeking to graduate high school in Queensland and qualify for tertiary Programs study in Australia or abroad. Students can choose from over 60 schools throughout Study Abroad Queensland. Each school provides the highest standard of The Study Abroad program is a high school experience teaching and care, and also offers specialised courses in providing opportunities to pursue personal, cultural and sports, arts and languages. academic goals. Students who successfully complete Years 11 and 12 will Students integrate into the school community to improve receive the internationally recognised Queensland Certificate their English proficiency and learn about Australian of Education (QCE). culture, before returning home to continue their studies. Study in Queensland is validated by several education Program length: Minimum 1.5 years to 2 years systems abroad.* Age range: 12–18 years School level: Years 8–12 Program length: 1–3 terms or 1 academic year Visa requirements: Student visa Age range: 12–18 years Program entry: Years 8–11 School level: Years 8–12 Visa requirements: Student visa Travel: As per EQI’s travel policy Primary Program entry: Students may enrol at the beginning EQI has several schools that offer programs for primary of any school term school students. All international students receive support from dedicated teachers as they participate in *EQI recommends that students verify credit recognition in their home country before enrolment. regular classroom activities. All students receive additional English support throughout Other programs offered by EQI their course of study. for long-term study periods Requirements: Students must live with a parent or blood relative for the duration of the enrolment High School Preparation Education Queensland International’s High School Program length: Minimum 6 months to 4 years Preparation (HSP) program is an intensive English Age range: 6–12 years language program that prepares students for mainstream School level: Years 1–7 high school studies. Visa requirements: Student visa Program entry: Years 1–7 Students develop the English proficiency, academic language and study skills required for subjects such as mathematics, science, technology, studies of society and International Baccalaureate environment, and literature. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program The HSP program features: is a world recognised curriculum available in selected Queensland schools.* ›› 10-week modules On successful completion of Years 11 and 12, students are ›› maximum of 18 students per class awarded the QCE in addition to an IB Diploma. ›› 25 hours of instruction per week Students wishing to enrol in the IB program should have ›› school integration achieved high academic results in a range of subjects prior to entry. ›› qualified English teachers. Program length: 1 semester, 1 academic year or the Program length: 10–40 weeks* 2-year diploma course Age range: 13–18 years Age range: 15–18 years Visa requirements: Student visa School level: Years 11 and 12 Program entry: Students may enrol at the beginning of any school term Visa requirements: Student visa Travel policy: As per EQI’s travel policy * Depending on student’s English level. Program entry: Semester 1 (January) or Semester 2 (July) *Additional fees apply. 6 My experience Homestay Student support Queensland Government schools understand the needs of international students and have a special support team at each school; ›› International Student Coordinator: provides academic and pastoral guidance to international students ›› Homestay Coordinator: organises placement and ensures students have an enjoyable homestay experience ›› Guidance Officer: provides specialist counselling and advice on academic pathways, career options and personal wellbeing. 24 hour care All international students have 24-hour emergency assistance and multilingual support available. Close to nature International visitors and Australians alike are attracted to Homestay Queensland’s natural beauty. A highlight of Queensland Government school programs is Queensland offers extensive city parklands, beautiful surf the excellent homestay available to students 14 years and beaches, pristine rainforests, the world-famous Great Barrier over.* Reef and Australia’s amazing outback. no matter where you’re studying, you are sure to enjoy Your family away from home Queensland’s unique natural environments. Homestay provides students with a caring and safe family environment in which to live while they study. Living with an Facilities Australian family enables students to fully engage in school and family life, and to quickly improve their English skills. Government schools have undergone an Australian All families have been carefully selected by the schools Government initiative to enhance facilities. new school and assessed before being certified with a government- buildings and classrooms place Queensland Government authorised permit (Blue Card) to host international students. schools among the most modern institutions in the world Homestay includes: servicing international students, with programs and facilities that cater for their education, health and ›› 3 meals per day, 7 days per week wellbeing. ›› student’s own bedroom with study facilities Facilities include: ›› assistance to find transport to and from school. ›› international student centres Airport pick-up is provided free of charge to all international students arriving in Queensland for the first time. ›› school halls * Students under 14 years must live with a parent or blood relative. ›› science and computer laboratories ›› resource centres ›› sports fields Healthy lifestyle Queensland enjoys Australia’s best climate, and is known ›› cafeterias. for its active outdoor lifestyle that allows students a wide range of activities. Students can be part of the vibrant music ›› English as a second language (ESL) support. and arts scene, or enjoy weekend activities involving sport, relaxation or adventure. 7 My future Academic pathways Successful completion of Years 11 and 12 leads to the QCE, an internationally recognised high school qualification. Students can choose from a wide range of universities, private colleges and vocational training institutions (TAFE), where most students receive their first choice of tertiary study. Student experience “I successfully applied for The University of Melbourne upon my graduation from EQI with the help from my course and career advisor in school. Because of the excellent program run by EQI, I found that I was able to pass through the transition phase from high school to university faster than other students