Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE

Introduction

NMIT is part of the national system of vocational education and is a multi-campus institute located just 2km from downtown Melbourne.

At NMIT international students are able to study English language (ELICOS) and a range ofcourses in a variety of disciplines at prices that are highly competitive.

All NMIT courses are fully accredited and the institute was awarded ISO 9001 quality assurance several years ago.

In addition to the study opportunities at NMIT students have found NMIT to be a caring place to study with its interesting activities program and its FREE airport assistance and accommodation placement.

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History and Special Features

Originally two separate TAFE institutes with origins going back to early last century, NMIT is the result of their amalgamation in 1987.

In addition to a host of courses in a range of disciplines NMIT boasts a dedicated Horticulture campus, a modern and well equipped Commercial Cookery kitchen, two farms which are used for Horse Studies and agriculture courses. Computer facilities are constantly being upgraded to meet the demands of the constantly changing needs of the IT and Multimedia courses.

Students elect to study in TAFE because the courses are regularly re-accredited so that they reflect the needs of a constantly developing society and the practical hands on nature of the courses. On completing a TAFE course students are able to do the things that they study. Many students also use TAFE as a stepping stone to University where TAFE diplomats can expect to go into second year of a similar course.

For students from a non-English speaking background TAFE 's classroom style of teaching provides an ideal way to progress academically and continue to develop academic competence.

Location

NMIT has several campuses all located in the northern rgion of Melbourne.

International students usually study at Collingwood (ELICOS, IT, Commercial Cookery, Video production) which is just 3km (10 minutes) from downtown Melbourne or Preston (IT, Business, Hospitality and Tourism, Art, Massage, Child Care and more) 9km (30 minutes) from downtown Melbourne.

There are two more multi discipline campuses in Epping and Greensborough, a horticulture campus at Parkville and Engineering and Building Studies campus at Heidelberg and two farms.

The Institute also uses a Hostel (dormitory) in Preston which is conveniently located for students studying at any of the main campuses.

Student Numbers and Staff

NMIT has a total enrolment of more than 30,000. Of these there are nearly 6,000 full-time students of whom 700 are International students

Faculties / Fields of Study

Business, Hospitality & Cookery, Engineering, Information Technology, Welfare and Community Services, Arts, Building Design, Agriculture

English Language Courses

NMIT is an approved IELTS Test Centre.

NMIT's ELICOS program caters for students at all levels of competence. The first three levels offer general English where competence and fluency in listening, speaking, reading and writing is developed through a range of exercises including using the language laboratory, class presentations, films, computers, books and of course teachers. The upper Intermediate and Advanced levels are English for Academic Purpose and although still developing the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills there is an emphasis on developing academic skills including note taking, preparing reports, oral presentations and preparation for IELTS.

Students study for 25 hours per week 9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday.

Students have access to computers and also participate in excursions.

NMIT hold two ELICOS graduations a year (July and December).

Admission Requirements

Admission into award courses is Australian Year 12 or equivalent and English language competence eg IELTS 5.5, or five years continuous study in one of the five English Speaking countries.

Students must be at least 17 years old.

Enrolment Procedures

Students must complete and sign the application form which can be available through Auscon Associates including copies of relevant support documentation.

If accepted a letter of offer will be issued. Depending on the country the student is from they may then need to complete a pre-visa assessment with the Australian Embassy before remitting any money.

If the PVA is successful or if you do noy need to complete one then remit the fees as per the letter of offer, on receipt of the fees a COE (Confirmation of Enrolment) will then be issued to enable the student to apply for a student visa.

Important Dates / Academic Year

The main intake into award courses is February each year, a limited range of courses is also available in July.

Support Services and Facilities

• Free Airport Pick-up;
• Academic Counsellors;
• Accommodation Placement Officer;
• Activities Program;
• Gymnasium (Preston Campus);
• Tennis Courts (Preston Campus); and
• Internet Access (free).

Tuition Fees

• ELICOS fee A$270 per week (minimum five weeks)
• Academic Courses A$8,600 to A$12,500 per year

Accommodation Costs

• Homestay A$200 to A$220 per week (approx)
• Dormitory A$150 per week (self catering)

CRICOS Registration Information

CRICOS Provider code: 00724G
Registered as: Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE
Trading as: Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE