Question 1: I have two A's and a C in my A levels for Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Do I meet the entry requirements for Bachelor of Engineering (Petroleum)? Answer 1: A number of international qualifications and their respective cut-offs are published in the International Undergraduate Prospectus and are available on the Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage. All other qualifications are assessed within University approved guidelines.
Question 2: My medium of instruction in school is English. Do I still need to sit for an IELTS test? Answer 2: Some applicants may be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency even though they have been taught in English. Further information regarding the English language requirements can be viewed online at http://www.international.adelaide.edu.au/admission/#elp.
Question 3: In my most recent IELTS test, I achieved a 5.0 in writing, but an overall score of 6.0. In my previous test my writing score was 6.0. Can I combine the two scores? Answer 3: Two test papers cannot be combined as evidence of English Language Proficiency. Your most recent IELTS result supersedes your previous submission and assessment will be based on your current test result.
Question 4: I have completed the first year of my Bachelor of Business at an overseas institution. Can I transfer credits to the University of Adelaide? Answer 4: If you would like to make an application for advanced standing, you will need to submit an official course outline, on university letterhead.
This course outline must include the following information:
brief Description of the course
textbooks used
number of contact hours
assessment criteria.
In addition, it must be a true certified copy. An official English translation is required if the original is in another language.
Your application will then be referred to the School or Faculty for assessment. Please note that when the School is assessing an application for advanced standing, the outcome of the application may be delayed. Further delay may also result when the course outline provided is incomplete and does not contain the necessary information.
Accepting an Offer
Question 1: I want to accept my offer. What do I need to provide? Answer 1: You need to provide ALL of the following documentation:
Offer Statement and Acceptance Agreement – this is usually a 2-3 page document which you must sign and complete.
Photocopy of the personal details section of your passport.
Payment for tuition fee deposit and Overseas Student Health Cover
The University will accept payment by Bank Cheque/draft made payable to the “The University of Adelaide”. You should also write your name and application ID number of the back of the bank draft/cheque and include the payment form.
The University will also accept payment made by Credit Card – The University accepts MasterCard, Visa and American Express only.Please ensure that you have adequate funds available and that your credit limit will cover the payment. The University will not issue your COE until your payment has been cleared.
Payment for Pre-Enrolment English Program, if applicable.
Evidence that you have met all the conditions of your offer.
Evidence of PVA, for applicants from countries classified as assessment level 3 to 5.
Question 2: Can I pay by Telegraphic Transfer for direct bank transfer into the University’s bank account? Answer 2: The University will not accept payment by direct bank transfer or Telegraphic transfer. Please see above for acceptable methods of payment.
Question 3: I have added enough money to my credit card to pay my tuition fee deposit and Overseas Student Health Cover but the University has told me that I have exceeded my credit card limit. What can I do? Answer 3: While it is possible for you to deposit extra funds in your credit card account you must also make contact with your bank to ensure they will release the funds.
Information for students who have applied through SATAC
Question 1: I applied through SATAC. When should I expect to receive an offer? Answer 1: Offers will be sent progressively via email from 14 December 2009 as the Australian Year 12 results become available. The 2nd offer round will be on 5 January 2010 and the 3rd offer round will be on 15 January 2010.
Question 2: I applied through SATAC and I haven't received my offer yet. What do I do? Answer 2: All offers are issued to the email address nominated on your application. Please ensure that you have provided your correct email address to SATAC.
Question 3: I wish to change my program preference. What do I do? Answer 3: You can apply to change your preference through SATAC at www.satac.edu.au up until 13 January 2010. After this date, you should apply to the University via the University's online enquiry form.
Question 4: I received an offer through SATAC, but I cannot find the Acceptance Form. What do I do? Answer 4: The Acceptance Form will be available on this page in late November.
Question 5: How long will it take for the University to process my Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)? Answer 5: We will aim to acknowledge all Acceptance paperwork within 24-48 hours of offers being made after 6 January 2010. All CoEs will be treated as urgent and we expect to be able to issue your CoE within 5-8 working days.
Question 6: When do I need to arrive in Adelaide? Answer 6: All new students to the University need to arrange to be in Adelaide by the beginning of the International Student Orientation Program. The Program commences on 15 February 2010. More information will be available here.
Extensions to Deadlines
Question 1: My Acceptance and Payment deadline is approaching and I have not yet received my Pre Visa Assessment. Can I have an extension to my deadline? Answer 1: The University is flexible about most Acceptance and Payment deadlines.
When requesting an extension please ensure that you specify a date that leaves you with sufficient time to obtain your student visa and arrive in Adelaide by commencement of the Orientation program. Your agent or nearest Australian Embassy will be in the best position to provide you with information about visa processing times.
(Acceptance and Payment deadlines for the Bachelor of Dental Surgery and the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery programs cannot be extended.)
Documentation
Question 1: My offer is conditional upon the completion of my current semester but I do not think that my results will be out in time to meet the Acceptance and Payment deadline. Will you accept online results? Answer 1: The University cannot accept unofficial results. You will need to find out from your institution when your official results can be issued and then request an extension to your Acceptance and Payment deadline if necessary. While the University can be flexible about most Acceptance and Payment deadlines we cannot process Acceptance paperwork and issue Confirmation of Enrolments (CoE) while conditions are outstanding.
Question 2: What is a certified copy? Answer 2: A certified copy of an original document is one which has been certified by an official agent or a staff member of this University, a Justice of the Peace, a Notary Public, a University registrar, a police officer, or an examining authority as a true copy of the original document.
Question 3: Can I submit a scanned document? Answer 3: The University of Adelaide will accept a scanned or faxed copy of a document from official agents of the University of Adelaide providing the document has been certified by the agent and the certification includes:
a statement of certification in English that states “This is a true copy of the original document”, or “Original sighted”
signature of authorised person
name of authorised person
agency name on an official stamp.
Visas
Question 1: I have met the conditions of my offer and would like to request a revised letter for purposes of visa application. Answer 1: A new offer is not required. Once we receive the documentation required and you have met the conditions of your offer, you will be notified in writing and may then proceed to acceptance. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship only require you to provide a copy of your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) in conjunction with your original offer.
Orientation
Question 1: I will not be able to arrive on time to join the Orientation Program for International students. Will I still be able to commence my program? Answer 1: We strongly encourage all international students to arrive on time to participate in the Orientation program. As well as providing you with a good opportunity to meet fellow students, it will provide you with useful information about Adelaide, the University campus, your student visa, enrolment procedures and other University services. There is also some evidence to indicate that students who attend orientation achieve better academic results than those who do not attend orientation.
All international students must arrive on time to commence classes on the official start date of lectures. For semester 1, 2010, this date is 1 March 2010.
Question 2: All of the flights to Adelaide are booked and I can’t be in Adelaide in time for Orientation. What is the latest date I can arrive? Answer 2: Please see question above. The absolute latest date of arrival is the first day of classes.
Enrolment
Question 1: Can I enrol in my home country? Answer 1: If you are a new student, you are required to enrol in Australia. A number of programs require detailed course counselling and guidance prior to enrolment. The enrolment support provided at this time is crucial to ensuring your academic success. If you are a continuing student, you will be notified of enrolment open dates. You should check the enrolment advice online and access MyUni regularly for updates.
Question 2: Can I have a copy of the courses I will be enrolling in? Answer 2: Both the undergraduate and postgraduate calendar can be viewed online at www.adelaide.edu.au/calendar/. The calendar provides detailed information about program rules and structure, course content, contact hours, examinations and grading. You will receive course counselling prior to enrolment to familiarise yourself with program structure, compulsory courses and study plans.
Question 3: What does it mean to 'overload'? Answer 3: Overloading is when you undertake a study load of more than the standard full-time load of 12 units per semester. Overloading is optional and enables you to complete your program with a reduced duration. However, heavy overloading is not recommended as this may impact on your ability to successfully complete the program. Overloading will also result in an adjustment to your tuition fees per semester.
For information related to Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery/Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Question 1: Can payment for the PQA be made via telegraphic transfer? Answer 1: No. The University accepts payment by bank draft and credit card
Question 2: Can I opt for an alternative PQA venue after it has been booked? Answer 2: If there is availability at an alternate venue indicated online, you may book yourself into any available session.
Question 3: Can I sit for the PQA in a venue that is not listed in the application form? Answer 3: After looking at the Faculty of Health Sciences Application Tracking website, You may book yourself into any available session.
Question 4: What is the appropriate dress code for the PQA and the Oral Assessment? Answer 4: Smart casual wear will be fine.
Question 5: Are there any practice tests available for the PQA? Answer 5: Candidates do no require any specific preparation or knowledge to undertake PQA. Please find further description of the PQA at: http://www.pqa.net.au/files/description.htm
Question 6: Can I bring a dictionary into the PQA? Answer 6: No, a dictionary is not allowed into the PQA venue. It is an assumption that the candidate’s vocabulary skills are at the required level.
Question 7: If I am not successful in the PQA, can I appeal? Answer 7: Yes, you may appeal. However the chances are very remote that a PQA decision will be reversed.
Question 8: Can I contact the University to find out the outcome of my PQA? Answer 8: This is not necessary. All information regarding PQA and Oral Assessment outcomes are released on the Faculty of Health Sciences Application Tracking website. It is the responsibility of all applicants to check this website regularly for important information.
Question 9: Can I know my actual score for the PQA? Answer 9: No, the PQA results remained the property of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Adelaide. Individual results are not released.
Question 10: How long does the PQA and the Oral Assessment taker? Answer 10: the PQA will go for approximately 3 hours in duration and the Oral Assessment for 30 minutes.
Oral Assessment FAQs
Question 11: Can I do a telephone interview? Answer 11: No, you must attend the interview in person.
Question 12: How many people will be on the interview panel? Answer 12: Your Oral Assessment will be conducted by an experienced assessor.
Application FAQs
Question 13: Is forecast result acceptable for entry into the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or Bachelor of Dental Surgery? Answer 13: No.
Question 14: Can I defer my offer if I am unable to attend the University? Answer 14: Approving deferral is at the discretion of the Faculty of Health Science. No guarantee is given that a deferral will be granted.
Question 15: Can I apply for advanced standing/credit based on my previous studies (including any other related degrees at Adelaide)? Answer 15: No, due to the vertical structure of these programs, all students must begin their degree from the first year.
Question 16: Can I know my ranking of the selection process? Answer 16: No, the results of the student ranking are strictly confidential.
Question 17: I have applied for Permanent Residency but has not been granted, should I apply as an international or a domestic student? Answer 17: It is recommended that you apply as both an international and a local student, so you do not missed either of the deadlines.
Question 18: I have an offer from another institution, but would like to know if I have been accepted into the University of Adelaide before accepting this offer. Answer 18: There will be no early release of assessment outcomes. It is recommended that you accept an alternative offer that interests you, as there is no guarantee of an offer from the University.
Question 19: Can I appeal if I am not made an offer to my program of choice? Answer 19: Yes, you may appeal. However the chances are very remote that a non-offer decision will be reversed.
