International Design School

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Student Handbook (pdf)

The International Design School provides students with a warm and caring learning environment.

Excellent teaching is at the heart of any successful learning experience. The International Design School teachers are chosen for their knowledge, dedication to their students and ability to teach students with English as a second language. The friendly and caring atmosphere and comprehensive support network provide students with a safe and happy study environment away from home.

At the International Design School, the student Services staff are committed to making each student’s experience in the college and Australia as successful and enjoyable as possible. Services for students include:

Deferring, Suspending or Cancelling Student Enrolment

Please click on the following link to download a PDF of the IDS policy for Deferring, Suspending or Cancelling Student Enrolment.

Assessing English Language Preficiency Policy

Please click on the following link to download a PDF of the IDS policy for Assessing English Language Preficiency.

ESOS Framework

Please click on the following link to download a PDF outlining the ESOS Framework.

Students under 18 special care

Parents of students under 18 must nominate a responsible adult to be guardian for their son / daughter. If parents do not wish to appoint their own guardian the college will provide, at an additional cost, the services of a Student Supervisor. Details are available on request. All students under the age of 18 have regular interviews with the student care counselling staff and the academic counsellors to ensure that all their personal and study needs are being met. Reports on their progress are sent to the students’ parents or guardians.

Opportunities to Work

As students come to Australia to study and achieve their educational goals, employment is seen by many as a means of providing additional income to support themselves during the long periods they are away from home. Students also like to work as it provides an opportunity to practice their English and meet Australians. Students on a student visa are eligible to work 20 hours per week, with full-time work permissible during the holiday periods. There are no work rights for student studying on a tourist visa.

Reliable Airport Transfer Service

The most convenient and secure way for you to be welcomed to Australia and escorted to you accommodation. Students going into home stay accommodation are met and introduced to the host family.

Academic Counselling and Placement Services

Trained academic counsellors provide students with advice on all the courses available for them to achieve their study goals. Free assistance is given with arranging interviews and enrolment into high schools, colleges and universities. Regular talks from universities and colleges will be held at the International Design School to provide students with information about study options. All students will benefit from our close links with Australia’s leading universities and vocational colleges.

Students care Counselling Services

Student services staff are able to assist students with any personal difficulties or problems they may experience while studying in Australia. Assistance is available for accommodation problems, visa renewal, medical appointments, homesickness, tax file number applications and any other problems students require help with.

Emergency Assistance & Medical Care

All students carry an identification card with their address and the 24 hour emergency contact phone number to provide them with the security of knowing that they can get assistance from the counselling staff at any time. There are many local doctors and hospitals located close to campus.

Medical Assistance - Melbourne

Royal Melbourne Hospital
Address: Cnr Grattan St and Royal Pde, Parkville
Phone: (03) 9342 7000

St Vincent's Hospital
Address : 41 Victoria Pde, Fitzroy
Phone: (03) 9288 2211

Collins Place Medical Clinic
Address : Suite 14, 45 Collins St, Melbourne
Phone: (03) 9650 4218

Swanston Street Medical Centre
Address: 393 Swanston St., Melbourne
Phone: 9654 2722
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 6pm, Friday 8.30 – 5pm
Fees: Local (Medicare) full time students bulk billed, International students (Medibank Private) fees apply.

City Baths General Practice
Address: 420 Swanston St., Melbourne
Phone: 9662 4644
Hours: Monday 9am – 6.30pm, Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm.
Fees: Local (Medicare) & International students (Medibank Private) bulk billed.

QV Medical Centre
Address: QV Pharmore Pharmacy, Corner Swanston & Lonsdale St
Phone: 9662 2256
Hours: Monday to Friday 10am-6pm
Fees: Local( Medicare)students bulk billed International students (Medibank Private) small fees apply

Melbourne Central Medical Centre
Address: corner La Trobe & Swanston St., Melbourne
Phone: 9654 5544
Hours: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 6pm.
Fees: Local (Medicare) full time students bulk billed, International students (Medibank Private) fees apply.

Brunswick Community Medical Centre
Address: 11 Glenlyon Road, Brunswick
Phone: 9380 4297
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 7pm, Friday 8.30 – 6pm, Sat 9 – 12 noon
Fees: Local (Medicare)students bulk billed, International students (Medibank Private), fees apply.

Brunswick Central Medical Centre
Address: Suite 1/ 200 Sydney Road, Brunswick
Phone: 9381 1300
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8am – 8pm, Thursday 8am – 6pm, Saturday 9 – 12 noon
Fees: $30. (Medicare refund $25.70) International Students (Medibank Private) fees apply.

First Aid Officer

The international Design School had certified First Aid Officers on campus who will assist with emergency first aid for students if required. For cases requiring further medical attention, students will be directed to the care of a qualified medical practitioner. Students on student visa are issued a medical card by the government health service after arrival.

Insurance

Overseas Student Health Insurance (OHSC) is compulsory for all student visa holders – please see the free schedule for more information. Travel Insurance is recommended for all luggage and personal belongings.

Access and Equity

All staff of the International Design School are responsible for implementing the School’s access and equity policies. The International Design School:

· Aims to ensure that the access to employment and training available, regardless of gender, socioeconomic background, disability, ethnic origin, age or race.

· Training services are delivered in a non-discriminatory, open and respectful manner.

· Staff are appropriately skilled in access and equity issues, including cultural awareness and sensitivity to the requirements of clients with special needs.

· Faculties are updated to provide reasonable access to clients of all levels of mobility, and physical and intellectual capacity.

· Conduct client selection for training opportunities in a manner that includes and reflects the diverse client population.

· Actively encourages the participation of clients from traditionally disadvantaged groups and specifically offers assistance to those most disadvantages.

· Provides culturally inclusive language, literacy and numeracy advice and assistance that assists clients in meeting personal training goals.

· Is accountable for its performance in adhering to the principals of this policy, please contact the campus manager.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assistance

Students who are having difficulties with study due to language, literacy or numeracy issues will be assessed to determine what level of assistance is required. Students with language difficulties will be referred to the International Design School’s ELICOS department where additional language classes could be undertaken. The student Services Officer will determine in consultation with academic staff the type of assistance the type of assistance and resources for literacy and numeracy needs.

Legislation

A range of legislation is applicable to IDS and all staff and Student’s. Information on relevant legislation can be found as follows.

It is the responsibility of all IDS staff to ensure the requirements of relevant legislation are met by our staff at all times. Please use the websites indicated, or contact the training manager if you require further information.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunities Act 1995

National Occupational Health and Safety Commission

www.nohsc.gov.au/

Privacy

Privacy Act 1988(Cwith)

The office of Federal Privacy Commissioner Australia

www.privacy.gov.au

Worker Compensation

Accident Compensation (WorkCover Insurance) Act 1993

Program Registration

Victorian Qualification Authority Act 2000