Details such as a written contract, recruiting qualified students and changing institutions should be considered by international students
Studying in a different country to improve your English skills is an exciting journey, but choosing the right institution can sometimes be a challenge. In Australia, where quality education takes center stage, it's important to be aware of the English school's responsibilities to its students.
According to Australian law, schools must formalize a written contract detailing the information agreed between both parties. Before signing the document, it is crucial that the international student is aware of the conditions mentioned.
In addition, it is possible to transfer to another educational institution during the chosen course, but before completing six months of studies, the bureaucratic obstacles are greater.
To help you make your choice, here's some essential information when it comes to signing a contract with an English school in Australia.
Responsibilities of the English school
According to National Code of 2018In order to ensure the well-being of foreign students and preserve Australian educational quality, an English language school registered in Australia must follow certain ethical standards.
See what the responsibilities of educational institutions are and some specific cases:
- Information and marketing: promote courses honestly and transparently, and avoid false advertising to preserve the integrity of Australian education
- Recruitment of international students: ensure that students are qualified, consider English proficiency, educational qualifications, professional experience and provide sufficient information for informed decisions
- Formalizing enrolment and contracts: formalizing enrolment in written contracts and establishing rights and responsibilities, such as fees and refund policies
- Education Agents: to ensure that agents act ethically and in the best interests of students and to preserve the reputation of Australia's education sector
- Underage international students: comply with child welfare laws and provide emergency contact information and instructions for reporting abuse
- International student support: helping students adapt to life and study in Australia, and offering orientation programs to access information and services
- International student transfers: do not enroll students who want to change courses before completing six months of classes, except in specific circumstances
- Visa requirements: respect migration laws and support international students in meeting attendance and course progress requirements
- Postponement, suspension or cancellation of student enrollment: manage enrollments properly and keep information updated in the system PRISMS
- Complaints and appeals: ensure access to professional, timely and documented complaints and appeals processes
- Additional registration requirements: meet requirements for registration on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and maintain up-to-date information at Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) on operations and registered courses
Partner English schools
Good Day has partnerships with reputable English language schools such as the English Language Company (ELC), ILSC and Greenwich College, which follow all the above obligations.
ELC is located in Sydney and is recognized as one of Australia's most awarded language institutions, providing a unique experience for students.
ILSC has schools in different countries, such as Canada, Australia and India. In Australia, ILSC schools are strategically located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
Finally, Greenwich English College, located in the heart of Sydney, has made it its mission to help students improve their English. With a strong academic focus and growing partnerships with colleges and universities, the institution has provided a complete educational experience since its inception.
Want to plan your English course at an Australian school? Talk to the Good Day team!
