Course Terms & Conditions
PRE-ENROLMENT INFORMATION
Prior to enrolment, it is mandatory that students attend a Pre-Enrolment Consultation with one of our
approved Education Agents or delegated Pivot staff.
A Pre-Enrolment Consultation session may be provided to a prospective student one or more times to provide the prospective student additional time and/or information to make an informed decision. In addition, the communication channels used for conducting Pre-Enrolment Consultation sessions can be in various forms such as Face-To-Face, Video Conference, telephone call, and email.
Students will be provided with clear and accurate information about their course before enrolment to allow students to make an informed decision.
During this Pre-Enrolment Consultation session, prospective students will be provided with all the relevant course information to help guide them to make a formal decision that will reflect their existing skills and competencies and meet their needs. International students will be provided with a Pre-Enrolment Consultation Checklist and Handout to ensure they understand the support services provided and their obligations as an international student.
International students should ensure that they have read the Pre-Enrolment Consultation Checklist and Handout available the college website: www.pivoteducation.edu.au
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All students must complete an English Placement Test before commencement of study.
NON-TUITION FEES (non-refundable)
Handling Fee – $200
OSHC FEE
As an international student in Australia, it is a condition of your visa that you are required to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of your study in Australia. This insurance covers the costs of your medical and hospital care during your time in Australia.
You can organise your own OSHC, or we can offer you assistance. For more information, please visit: www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en/plan-your-move/overseas-student-health-cover-oshc
UNDER 18’s FEE
Students under 18 years must have approved accommodation and welfare arrangements in place for the entire duration of their enrolment with PIVOT. This is a requirement under Australian visa regulations. Arrangements can be made through one of the following options:
• Living in Australia with a parent or legal guardian, or
• Living in a PIVOT-approved homestay.
Pivot works with trusted homestay providers to ensure a safe and supportive living environment, along with ongoing welfare support for the length of your studies. Homestay fees include three meals a day and all household amenities, with costs of up to $550 per week.
For more information please visit: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500/welfare-arrangements-students-under-18 or contact the college Student Support Team for assistance at: [email protected]
OTHER FEES
Additional fees will be incurred for re-enrolment, resubmission and certificate re-issuance. For further information, please visit our website: www.pivoteducation.edu.au
STUDENT EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Students MUST have the following IT equipment prior to enrolling with the college and will require a suitable study space for self-study, assessment activities, or to participate in face-to-face physical classes.
Hardware Requirements:
Laptop with the following recommended System Requirements:
- Specification of desktop or laptop is as below:
- Processor: 2.5–2.9 GHz process
- Memory: 8 GB
- Disk Space: 100 GB
- Microsoft® Windows® 10 Version 22H2 or Windows® 11 Version 24H2 or above
- Apple® macOS® Sequoia v15.5, Apple® macOS® Sonoma v14.7.6, or Apple® macOS® Ventura v13.7.6
- A webcam, eg. built-in to a laptop or a USB webcam.
- Audio input and output suitable for video conferencing.
- A headset or earbuds with a microphone is recommended.
- Photo/scan – a camera, eg. on a mobile phone, can be required to scan and submit handwritten materials.
Software Requirements:
- A web browser such as Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari.
- Students are expected to access the web version of Microsoft Office 365 (i.e., Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner, To Do, and Project).
Internet Requirements:
- A reliable, high-speed broadband internet connection with sufficient upload and download capacity. A Wi-Fi or mobile connection can be acceptable.
- Students will have access to the college’s wireless connection whilst on campus.
- Community internet and computer access:
- In Australia, public libraries offer free access to computers and the internet, although students may require a membership card or be required to pay a small charge.
- Students may need to book ahead if they wish to use library services.
- Students will also have access to printing and photocopying services on a pay-per-page basis. Most
libraries also provide wireless hotspots and recharging stations at no cost for students using their own
devices.
DISCLAIMER
Pivot does not claim to commit to secure for, or on the student or intending student’s behalf, a migration outcome from undertaking any course offered by the college.
We strongly advise that students consult with a registered migration agent if they require more specific information. For the most up to date information please refer to the Australian Government’s Home Affairs website: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
All information is accurate at the time of publication. Please be aware that the information in this brochure including Pivot’s policies, fees and course content are subject to change without notice. For the most current information, please visit our website. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, appropriate accreditation and registration requirements. Students are advised to check the terms and conditions in their Full Letter of Offer, including all course-specific information prior to accepting, in particular, course offerings, duration, mode, commencement, campus location, fees and entry requirements. Applications and enrolments are subject to Pivot’s Privacy Policy, which is available online at www.pivoteducation.edu.au