Unity College Australia Terms and Conditions

Introduction

Unity College is a Christian College that seeks to provide training to students with a Christian ethos. At the same time our heart is to train with honesty and integrity and to meet all requirements for Registered Training Organisations (RTO) as per ASQA and relevant regulating bodies.  Please refer to our Codes of Practice on our website. (http://www.unity.edu.au/media/pdf/Code-of-Practice_Jul2011-ForWeb.pdf)

Students should at all times endeavour to uphold the ethos of Unity College Australia which is based on mainstream Christian beliefs and values and as outlined in the College Handbook. This means that students should:

  • Uphold mainstream Christian Values
  • Respect college authority and leadership
  • Respect fellow students
  • Respect college and student property
  • Comply with college, cultural and social values including:

- Honesty and integrity in dealing with others

- Sensitivity to students from cultures different to one’s own

- Modesty of dress

- Use of appropriate language

  • Not use non-medicinal drugs, nor be under the influence of such, while on campus
  • Not consume alcohol, nor be under the influence of such, while on campus
  • Not use tobacco while on campus

Unity College works with a number or organisations who deliver training under the auspices of Unity College.  We will refer to these organisation as partners in this document. For a full list of our partners and what we offer please go to our website.  http://www.unity.edu.au/en/partners

Enrolment Application general

Unity College requires all applicants to read the appropriate course outline and all the details therein before applying.  Students will also be familiar with the Unity College Student Handbook or the Student Handbook of the partner they will be doing training with.

Unity College is in agreement with Government Regulatory bodies that all learners should be appropriately informed and protected.  Please read the documents we ask you to read carefully so you are fully informed.

Students understand by registering on this site, they will not yet be formally enrolled.  Unity College Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will need to approve the enrolment application and make sure students are applying for a course at an appropriate level for their capabilities. Students will receive an acceptance of offer if their enrolment application is approved.

VET FEE-HELP enrolment Application

VET FEE-HELP may be available for students studying a Diploma level or above.  All information related to VET FEE-HELP can be found on the Unity College website.  (http://www.unity.edu.au/en/news/49-study-with-vet-fee-help). Please refer to the section on how to apply before filling in your application to enrol.

RPL

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on the strength of formal or informal learning and experience.  The student must:

  • Complete an ‘RPL Initial Application’ form here
  • Pay the RPL Application fee
  • Participate in a preliminary interview to determine course and unit options and receive an RPL processing quote and appropriate RPL Submission Kit
  • Accept and pay the quoted RPL processing fee
  • Provide adequate supporting documentation (academic transcripts, certificates/diplomas, copies of achieved learning outcomes, course components and assignments)

It is the student’s responsibility to outline the individual learning outcomes or skills they have acquired against the prescribed assessment criteria of the relevant subject(s).  An RPL Initial Application is available from the Canberra campus office.

Relevant qualifications or units of competency studied at other Registered Training Organisations will be automatically recognised at no cost to the student.

Complaints and Appeals

Under the General Policies section of the Unity College handbook there is an explanation of the procedure for dealing with complaints and Appeals.  There is also a copy of our Greivance Policy and Procedure document on our website (http://www.unity.edu.au/en/more-info/unity-college-policies.)

Access and Equity

Under the General Policies section of the Unity College handbook Unity College’s has a section which explains access and equity at Unity College. There is also a copy of our policy and procedure document for Access and Equity on our website (http://www.unity.edu.au/en/more-info/unity-college-policies.)

Withdrawal Fees and Refunds

Please read the course outline relevant to your course on the Unity College website carefully.  This will explain the fees for your course.  Please also read the section on Fees and Refunds in the Unity College Handbook where Withdrawals Fees and Refunds are covered. There is also a copy of our refunds policy and procedure document on our website (http://www.unity.edu.au/en/more-info/unity-college-policies).

For VET FEE-HELP students please refer to the website in the VET FEE-HELP policies and procedures area (http://www.unity.edu.au/en/more-info/need-financial-help).

Expectations for Christian Ministry Students

Unity College Australia is founded on Christian beliefs and values and as such regards seriously God’s call for His people to live lives of holiness and obedience.

Students enrolled in Christian Studies courses are developing skills to be applied in ministry and are seen to be representatives of both Christ and the college. They should, therefore, strive to reflect Biblical values and represent Christ in their lifestyle and relationships as outlined in the Scriptures (for example, 1 Timothy 3 and Ephesians 4:17 - 5:21). This covers areas such as character (self-control, addictions, language) and sexual purity (sexual abstinence except within a committed, legally recognised marriage).

I will at all times, endeavour to conduct myself as one called by God to represent Christ in the world and to uphold the integrity of Unity College Australia and its Christian ethos.

For Christian Ministry students two references are required from a pastor/minister/group leader, who is NOT an immediate relative of the applicant, and who has known the applicant for three months or more using the forms provided.

Further Information for International Students

Unity College Australia (UCA) Courses

UCA courses for International Students (CRICOS registered) are approved to be delivered in the ACT (Canberra) and Gold Coast.

English Language Proficiency

Students must have a minimum IELTS band score of 5.5/6.6 (or equivalent) before commencing courses such as Ministry and Theology or IT.  This is usually achieved upon satisfactory completion of the Certificate III/IV English Proficiency course.

Support for International Students Under 18

UCA does not accept international students under the age of 18.

School Age Dependants of International Students

School age dependents of International Students are not eligible to attend Australian government schools free of charge. Should an International Student be accompanied by school age dependents, that student must accept responsibility for any school fees.