DIPLOMA of COMMERCE Secure Your Entry Into a Bachelor of Commerce at UWA Developed in Consultation with the University of Western Australia
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DIPLOMA OF COMMERCE Secure your entry into a Bachelor of Commerce at UWA Developed in consultation with The University of Western Australia 2013 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROSPECTUs – pERTH AUSTRALIA TAYLORSCOLLEGE.EDU.AU 2 Studying at Taylors has been one of the best experiences in my life. It has helped me to be more outgoing and less shy when asking questions in class. The warmth and dedication of the teachers in helping their students has also pushed me into becoming a better student. Now lessons can be both fun and informative which most students like me thrive for. Jasmine Chai from Malaysia CONTENTS 3. The University of Western Australia 4. Why Study the Diploma of Commerce? 5. Perth: Australia’s Fastest Growing City 6. Accommodation: Where to Stay in Perth 7. Our Campus: Taylors College – Perth 8. English Pathway: Taylors English Language Preparation (TELP) 9. Diploma of Commerce 10. Course Information 12. Terms and Conditions 14. How to Apply 15. Entry Requirements: Diploma of Commerce taylorscollege.edu.au 3 australia western of Y ersit V uni the UWA THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA The University of Western A GREAT REPUTATION UWA STUDENTS GET RESULTS UWA is Western Australia’s premier university, making it the place The success of UWA’s student population is recognised worldwide. Australia (UWA) is a member for you to study in Perth. In 2010, for example, a team of students from the Business School of Australia’s ‘Group of Eight’ were the global winners of the Google Online Marketing Challenge, leading universities. UWA GRADUATES GET GREAT JOBS beating 3033 other teams from 60 countries. UWA graduates have consistently enjoyed stronger employment rates when compared to graduates from other West Australian universities HELP AND SUPPORT By choosing to study the and, in nearly all fields, they also fare better than similar graduates The University offers you the help and support you need to ensure Diploma of Commerce you are from other Australian universities.* that you complete your studies successfully through programs taking the first step towards You can be confident that your UWA degree will be an investment such as UniMentor. Here first-year students are linked with a more in your future — both financially and intellectually. experienced student to help them get the most from their studies entry into UWA, from which and life at university. you will graduate with an DYNAMIC AND FUN ENVIRONMENT internationally-recognised With over 24,000 students enrolled at UWA from Australia and around qualification that will be well the world, it is a vibrant and exciting place to be. regarded by employers across PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE the world. UWA offers many practical learning experiences both within and outside the classroom, enhancing your skills and giving you essential knowledge of your planned industry. For example, The Business Practicum (which can be taken at Level 3) allows students to earn credit towards their degree while working on a supervised project in a workplace of their choice. * Based on results from the Graduate Destinations Survey http://www.careers.uwa.edu.au/staff/survey/findings uwa.edu.au 4 The lecturers at Taylors commerce College encourage students of to ask questions and teach diploma us in a professional way the Y which makes it easy to stud understand new concepts. Y WH All of the staff are very kind to us and are always available to offer extra tuition, advice or just have a chat. Studying here at Taylors College is providing me with the opportunities to accomplish my goals. Y ohan Moon from South Korea WDYHY STU the diploma of commerce? The Diploma of Commerce 1. GUARANTEED entrY into 4. GET used TO the Australian education SYstem THE UWA Bachelor of COMMERCE Studying the Diploma before joining UWA will allow you to become offers you a number Once you have successfully completed the Diploma and met familiar with the teaching methods of the Australian education of key advantages that all the necessary entry requirements, you are guaranteed system, maximising your chances of successfully graduating with will ensure you a smooth a place in the second year of a UWA Bachelor of Commerce. your degree on time. transition into UWA. Here you can choose a maximum of two subject majors from the list below: 5. ACCESS TO UWA facilities As a Diploma of Commerce student, you will be able to access the • Accounting Reid Library and Student Guild at the main UWA campus. • Business Law • Economics 6.INT EQU VALE TO first YEAR at uniVersitY • Finance The Diploma of Commerce is accredited as being equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at an Australian university. • Human Resource Management • Marketing 7. World-class education • Management. Teaching at Taylors College is of the highest standard and our This will allow you to specialise in your chosen field and go on qualifications are recognised internationally. to have the career you always wanted. We have over 90 years’ experience in the education industry and have achieved enormous success in preparing students for their 2. CHOICE of either EIGHT or 12 month university study. STUDY options The Diploma is available in either an eight or 12 month format, so you can choose the option that best suits you. 3.Y D namic learning enVironment Class sizes are kept to a minimum of 20 to 25 students which maximises your contact with the teaching staff. Interactive whiteboards are fitted in most classrooms to provide you with an enhanced learning experience. taylorscollege.edu.au 5 Y cit growing fastest S ’ australia – perth Perth City P ERTH Australia’S fastest growing citY Perth is small enough to be Perth is a vibrant and modern place to live. As Australia’s fourth largest city, it offers a high standard of living in a safe, clean and friendly environment and is large enough to provide everything you expect of a major city. relaxed and friendly, yet big Best of all, Perth is within close proximity to many major cities, and is easily accessible to South East Asia, Africa, the Middle East enough to have everything and Europe. you need. Perth also lies in the same time zone as many major cities in the Asian region. LifestYLE With a warm, Mediterranean Perth has a reputation for being a friendly, multicultural city and is perfect for a wide variety of sporting and leisure activities, including climate and spectacular swimming and surfing, cycling, sailing, windsurfing, hiking and even whale watching. natural surroundings, this Quite simply, there is something here for everyone. clean, cosmopolitan city Perth’s warm climate also allows for a great alfresco dining atmosphere. It is common to find streets filled with cafés and restaurants spilling out onto the sidewalks, offering a wide range of local and international cuisine to suit all tastes. is the perfect place to study. Transport Perth’s public transport system offers a fully integrated bus, train and ferry network, making it very convenient for you to travel around the metropolitan area. As an international student, you can also take advantage of a 40% discount on fares and free public transport around the city centre. Buses run regularly along Princess Road in front of the College, while the Claremont train station is a 15 minute walk away. taylorscollege.edu.au/perth 6 perth in Y sta TO where – accommodation Homestay ACCOmmODATION WHERE TO STAY in perth There are two accommodation HomestaY Independent liVING If you are under 18 you must live in an approved homestay or with If you are over 18 and prefer to live in an independent house options available to you in Perth. the family of an adult relative. or apartment, we can assist and advise you on rental or other Homestay involves staying in a private home as the paying guest of accommodation options close to Taylors College. Both choices offer you a host. This option can be an invaluable and rewarding part of your comfortable, high quality places learning experience in Australia. C URRIE HALL to stay while you study. All our homestay hosts are carefully chosen and undergo police Currie Hall is UWA’s own residential college, located a short walk checks. from the main UWA campus. As a homestay guest you will be living in a home where English The Hall offers single, non-ensuite rooms with internet and telephone is the primary language, providing you with the perfect environment connections. Meals are provided daily with all dietary needs catered in which to gain stronger skills in the language. for, including halal and vegetarian. Key features For Currie Hall prices and to apply online, visit their website at currie.uwa.edu.au. • Your own room with a bed, bedding, wardrobe, desk, desk lamp, and a place for books • A clean, comfortable home environment • Meals – self-serve breakfast and lunch, dinner prepared by the host • Use of laundry facilities (you will need to do your own laundry and ironing) • Access to a telephone (you will need to pay for your own calls). taylorscollege.edu.au/perth NORTHERN TERRITORY AUSTRALIA WESTERN Q UEENSLAND AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA NEW SOUTH WALES VICTORIA TASMANIA Claremont Oval Aquatic ET Centre RE ST I LOCH STREET ER Claremont UG G Train Station Y HWA HIG LING STIR 7 E BAY ROAD Claremont Park PRINCESSRINCESS ROADROAD perth BAYVIEW TERRAC CollegeCollege ParkP VICT ORIA AV college ENU Freshwater Bay E lors Y ta – campus our Claremont Oval Aquatic ET Centre RE ST I LOCH STREET ER Claremont UG G Train Station Y HWA HIG LING STIR E BAY ROAD Claremont Park PRINCESS ROAD BAYVIEW TERRAC College Park VICT ORI A AV ENU Freshwater Bay E Historic Claremont Teacher’s College building XXXXXX OURUS CAMP T AYlors COLLEGE – Perth ORU campus F ACILITIES Taylors College in Perth is located at UWA’s Claremont site, just Our Perth campus includes the following facilities: three kilometres from the University’s Crawley campus, allowing 1.