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Enrolment

How to enrol


1. Select Course you wish to study
2. Read English or VET Pre-Enrolment Information Guide carefully
3. Complete our Online Enrolment form or complete the Application Form
4. Send required documents to the Academy via email, by post or in person
5. Arrange to pay your course deposit.


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FAQs

Have a question about our enrolment process? Check out or most commonly asked questions, or download our pre-enrolment guide below

1. HOW DO I APPLY FOR ENTRY INTO AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF COMMERCE?

For online applications, please click here or complete an enrolment form and send it to the academy:
Email: applications@aac.nsw.edu.au
Postal Address: Level 5, 579 Harris St., Ultimo NSW 2007

2. WHAT FACILITIES DO YOU OFFER?

Students have access to all necessary instructional and assessment facilities, materials, and equipment. Our classrooms are modern, well-lit, have noise insulation, ventilation, and air-conditioning.
Student facilities include:
– Language assistance
– Computer labs
– Facsimile and photocopiers
– Reference library
– Free wireless internet
– Student lounge and lunch area with microwave ovens, fridges, and vending machines
– Care and counseling
– Social programs
– Accommodation options and assistance

3. I WANT TO STUDY AT UNIVERSITY. CAN YOU HELP ME?

AAC is not a University. You are eligible to apply for a credit at a university for the units you have studied. AAC has a number of pathway agreements with Australian Universities. For more information, please contact us.

4. CAN I GET A JOB IN SYDNEY?

Yes; please visit the https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/  page on the Australian Immigration website to find out about conditions for working while studying and how to apply for permission to work. Your student visa allows you to work 40 hours a fortnight (14 days), and you cannot begin working until your course has begun. Many of our students find a job in restaurants or hotels. Professional work is much harder to get because your student visa only allows you to work 40 hours every two weeks.

5. HOW MANY HOURS PER WEEK SHOULD I STUDY?

International students are required by the Department of Home Affairs to study minimum 20 contact hours per week.

6. IS IT POSSIBLE TO LIVE ON CAMPUS?

Australian Academy of Commerce does not offer on-campus accommodation. However, we can assist you in finding other accommodation during your stay. Student House and Homestay accommodation is available.

7. CAN I PAY WITH CREDIT CARD?

Yes. All you have to do is to fill out the credit card payment form. However, please remember that there is a surcharge of 2%.

8. CAN I EXTEND MY VISA IN AUSTRALIA?

It depends on your current visa conditions. Please contact https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ for more information.

9. WHAT IS THE LENGTH OF THE COURSE?

You can study English for as little as 2 weeks or as long as 60 weeks. We will assess your skill level (with an exam) on your first day and place you into a class according to your level. We will test you every month and promote you depending on your test results. Vocational Courses vary from 52 weeks up to 104 weeks.

10. CAN I PAY BY INSTALLMENTS?

Yes, you can pay for English Courses by 12 weekly installments. For VET Courses you can pay by 3 monthly installments.

11. I HAVE ALREADY DONE SOME OF THESE SUBJECTS AT ANOTHER COLLEGE, OR AT WORK. DO I NEED TO STUDY THESE PARTS OF THE COURSE AGAIN?

No. You can apply for CT (Credit Transfer) or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning). Please see the Student Handbook for more information.

12. HOW DO YOU TIMETABLE THE COURSES?

The timetable allows for VET classes during the morning, afternoon and evening. For English classes, we have two shifts; morning and evening.

13. DO I NEED TO DO AN IELTS EXAM TO GET INTO VET PROGRAMS?

To study VET programs you need an IELTS score of 5.5. You don’t need this exam if you have studied at the Academy and completed an English course to the required level, or if you supply us with an English certificate that you have received from a registered English College and you achieved Upper-Intermediate Level. Alternatively, you can take our free English placement test.

14. DO I NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN AUSTRALIA?

Yes. To apply for a student visa you must submit all the required documents to the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). For further information visit DHA website here.

15. HOW LONG CAN I STUDY ON A STUDENT VISA?

The length of visa will depend on the total length of the course.

16. CAN I APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA ONLINE?

Yes; to apply, please visit https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ for more information.

17. I HAVE OBTAINED MY STUDENT VISA. WHAT DOES THE CODING MEAN ON THE VISA DOCUMENT?

Your visa must satisfy the visa requirements and comply with a number of visa conditions for attendance and academic performance. Your Student Visa will list the conditions that apply specifically to you. Descriptions of common student visa conditions can be found on the https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/stud on the Australian Immigration website. It is important to comply with your visa conditions to avoid cancellation of your visa.

18. HOW LONG CAN I STUDY ON A TOURIST/VISITOR VISA?

You can study for up to 3 months full-time or part-time.

 

19. CAN I EXTEND MY STAY IN AUSTRALIA?

Provided your current visa is not subject to a ‘No Further Stay’ condition. You can extend your visa, but you need to apply for a new visa before your current visa expires.

20. DO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENCE STUDENTS HAVE TO PAY TUITION FEES?

Yes, Australian Academy of Commerce receives no government funding. All students are required to pay tuition fees.

21. WHEN CAN I BEGIN MY COURSE?

Our VET courses have 4-8 intakes per year. Please refer to the Intake Dates section in each particular course to find the closest intake. You may start your English course on any Monday during the year (except public holidays).

22. CAN I HAVE HOLIDAYS?

All Vocational Courses (VET) have holidays included in their duration. Please see our Academic Calendar for exact dates. English Course students are permitted to request holidays only at the time of enrollment.

23. WILL I RECEIVE A STUDENT ID CARD?

On your first day at the Academy, you will receive your student ID card during Orientation. You can use your student card for getting student discounts on entry to cinemas, theaters, museums, aquariums, art galleries etc.

24. WILL I NEED TO BUY TEXTBOOKS?

If you have chosen to study an English course, a textbook will be provided if you have paid the material fee. At orientation you will be given the book required for your level. If you have chosen to study a VET course, textbooks will be provided to you for either each subject or a text book for the full duration of the course if you have paid the material fee.

25. CAN I SELL MY TEXTBOOK AFTER I FINISH MY COURSE?

Yes. You can place it on the notice boards around the campus with your contact details.

26. CAN THE ACADEMY HELP ME IF I AM HAVING DIFFICULTIES WITH MY STUDIES?

Yes, the Academy has a counseling service who can help you. Contact the counselor here.

27. CAN THE ACADEMY HELP ME OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT?

Yes. We will provide you with a letter; the letter states that you are enrolled as a student at our Academy and includes your name, address in Sydney, date of birth, and dates/length of course. You will need to take this letter to the bank along with any other documents needed.

28. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I GET SICK AND NEED TO GO TO THE DOCTOR?

There are several medical centres in the City Centre, near the Academy. You can search on the internet for a list of doctors in Sydney. If you want a doctor who speaks your own language, you can contact your country’s embassy, consulate, or diplomatic mission in Australia. They can help you in your language and refer you to the appropriate doctor. For more info, see www.dfat.gov.au/embassies.html.

29. CAN I GET STUDENT CONCESSIONS ON TRANSPORT (BUSES, TRAINS, FERRIES ETC.)?

No. Student visa holders do not get concessions on public transport.

30. WHAT CAN I DO IN MY SPARE-TIME?

Sydney offers great experiences and tourist attractions. Many of them are within walking distance of the Academy. Attractions such as Darling Harbor, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, and the Opera House are only a short distance away. For more info, visit https://www.truelocal.com.au.

31. HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED PER MONTH TO COVER LIVING EXPENSES?

Students usually need $AUD400 – $AUD500 per week to cover accommodation, transport, food, clothes, and entertainment options like going to the cinema, etc. This does not include airfares, health insurance, and tuition fees.

32. WHAT’S THE WEATHER LIKE IN SYDNEY?

Summer (December – February), Autumn (March – May), Winter (June – August) and Spring (September – November). Generally, the weather in Sydney is good all year round. For the current weather conditions in Australia, see https://www.msn.com/en-au/weather

33. CAN I USE INTERNET SERVICES AT THE ACADEMY?

Yes, you can; we have over 200 computers for students to use and also wireless Wi-Fi at both our campuses.

34. WHAT ARE THE CLASSROOMS FACILITIES LIKE?

We have a comfortable learning environment at the Academy; all classrooms and computer labs, and other facilities are filled with natural light and are air-conditioned.

35. WHO ARE THE TEACHERS/TRAINERS/STAFF AT THE ACADEMY?

The strength of the Academy is based on a team of teachers, trainers, and administration/marketing staff, who have experience in their fields. Our English teachers are all qualified professionals with many years of experience teaching international students. Our VET trainers are industry experts with extensive experience in their fields.

36. HOW CAN I PAY MY FEES?

Payment can be made to the Academy through the following methods:
– Direct Deposit into our bank account.
– Telegraphic Transfer – Transfer of fees from Overseas bank account to our bank account
– Credit Card – Payment by either Visa, MasterCard, or Bankcard
– Bank draft or bank cheque. Please make cheques payable as listed on the bank fees document

37. ARE MY TUITION FEES SECURE?

Yes. As soon as you pay your tuition fees they are held in a trust account until you start your course. In case your student visa application is refused by DHA your tuition fees will be refunded in line with our refund policy.

38. CAN I STUDY PART-TIME?

You can only study part-time if you are a non student visa holder.

 

39. DO I HAVE TO PAY OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER?

Yes, it is a condition of the Student Visa that you have acceptable health insurance cover during the whole time you are in Australia. The Academy can arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for you or alternatively your agent can make arrangements on your behalf. For more info go to Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

40. CAN I CHANGE MY VISA ONCE I AM IN AUSTRALIA?

You are allowed to change your visa once you are in Australia. Visit the https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ for more information.

41. CAN I LEAVE AUSTRALIA AND RE-ENTER?

If your visa has been granted for multiple entries, then this is possible. You can leave Australia and re-enter using this visa, as long as it is valid.

42. HOW DO I APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA?

You will first need to complete the application form. Upon the approval of your application, we will issue an offer letter which will outline your course and fees to be paid. You must then pay the fees indicated as well as the OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover). Upon receipt of payment, we will issue you with a COE (Confirmation of Enrolment) which you can then use to apply for a student visa. For more Visa information, go to: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/

43. WHAT ARE THE NATIONALITIES OF YOUR STUDENTS?

We are currently teaching students from all parts of the world. We participate in exhibitions across the globe attracting students from many countries to study at the Academy.

44. WHAT IS SYDNEY’S TIME ZONE?

Sydney’s time zone is Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT): more info in Australian Time zones and Daylight savings

45. AGENT LIST

https://aac.rtomanager.com.au/Publics/PublicsPages/AgentListByCountry.aspx

Forms & Downloads
Download pdf application form
Download VET Pre enrolment guide
Download ELICOS pre enrolment guide
Download VET Student handbook
Download ELICOS Student Handbook
Download 2023 academic calendar
Download 2024 academic calendar