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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right course for me?
What are the differences between TAFE and Higher Education?
What costs are involved to study at the University of Ballarat?
Am I able to defer from my course at the University of Ballarat?
Does the University of Ballarat have any Scholarships for which I may apply?
How do I choose the right course for me?
Choosing the right course to suit your needs can be hard" Student Recruitment Services staff
at the University of Ballarat are available all year round to assist you with this important decision making process. Staff can provide one-to-one assistance with choosing
a course. They can also send additional course information, provide specific course contact
names and details, organise campus tours, and make presentations and/or organise for other
University representatives to make presentations to schools and other organisations.
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What are the differences between TAFE and Higher Education?
TAFE courses are vocationally oriented, providing a great deal of practical/hands-on
experience during study. Job outcomes are at a paraprofessional level (middle
management/supervisory role). These courses range in duration from a few weeks (for a
short course) up to two or three years of full-time study for a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
Higher Education courses can be either vocational or generalist, with job outcomes at a
professional level in the workforce. An undergraduate degree has a minimum duration of
three years of full-time study.
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What costs are involved to study at the University of Ballarat?
University fees and associated expenses should be considered a life investment, not merely a cost.
At UB you are able to complete an internationally recognized course in a regional setting.
UB is world renowned for academic excellence and holds substantial industry partnerships right
around the globe, which is one reason why a considerable number of international students join us each
year to undertake study.
Fees
University fees vary depending on each student's situation. Many students ask specific
questions relating to the charges for their course. Some costs will be fixed, such as Student
Amenities Fee or Commonwealth Contribution amounts, while other costs such as accommodation
will vary depending on personal choice. The fixed costs associated with both Higher Education and
TAFE courses are summarised for you below.
HIGHER EDUCATION
The Commonwealth Government requires students to contribute to the cost of their education.
Students in a Commonwealth Supported Place pay a student contribution amount which varies depending
on the course and units chosen. These costs are based on the following 2006 fee structure.
Courses relating to Humanities, Behavioural Sciences, Social Studies, Foreign Languaages and
Visual and Performing Arts fall into Band 1 and charges vary from $0-$4,899.
Band 2 charges are $0 - $6,979 for courses including Accounting, Administration, Economics,
Commerce, Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, Built Environment, Health, Engineering, Science, Surveying and Agriculture
Law, Dentistry, Medicine and Veterinary Science are in Band 3 where charges vary between $0-$8,170.
Education and Nursing are National Priorities and attract the lowest charges, $0-$3,920.
If you are studying part time, pro-rata charges will apply. Full or partial payments may be
made at the beginning of each teaching period or deferred until you complete your course.
When you obtain paid employment that exceeds the repayment threshold (estimated $30,000 pa +),
repayments will commence through the taxation system. Further details can be found in the
HECS-HELP 2006 and FEE-HELP 2006 booklets and in the Request for Commonwealth Assistance Form 2006.
Call the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) on 1800 020 108
or Student Administration on (03) 5327 9564 if you require further information on Commonwealth Supported Places.
TAFE
If you are a TAFE student you are required to pay a Tuition Contribution, Student Services
and Amenities Fee and any materials costs at the time of enrolment.
These annual fees vary depending on the total number of hours you enrol in. The minimum
Tuition Contribution is $52 and the maximum Tuition Fee is $839 (excluding Fee for Service Courses).
A minimum Tuition Contribution of $52 applies to students in receipt of a Commonwealth Health Care
Card, Pensioner Concession Card or Veteran's Gold Card. Details are covered in the Fees and Charges 2006 Brochure, available by contacting your relevant UB campus.
It is recommended that prospective students enquire regarding the level of fees prior to enrolment.
Payment Plans for TAFE students are available. Fees can be paid in instalments (conditions apply).
Information relating to fees, concessions and refund policies and procedures can be
obtained by calling the following campuses:
SMB and Camp St Campuses (Ballarat) (03) 5327 8000
Horsham Campus (03) 5362 2606
Stawell Campus (03) 5358 7230
Ararat Campus (03) 5355 3020
Ancillary Costs
In addition to course fees, other charges such as ancillary costs may be incurred.
Depending on the chosen course (whether it's Higher Education or TAFE) ancillary costs will be
different. For example, TAFE courses are likely to have more materials costs because they tend
to be more practically orientated. Remember to ask your Course Coordinator if there are any further
charges required to complete your course.
All Higher Education students are required to pay a General Service Fee.
This is used to fund a variety of academic and non-academic services and facilities.
The General Service Fee varies for part-time and full-time students. In 2006 the annual
General Service Fee for full-time students is $258.
Allowances should also be made for purchasing textbooks. Students
living away from home will need to allow approximately $130 - $150 per week for day to day living expenses.
Higher Education Loans Facilities
At UB we offer a loans scheme for enrolled Higher Education students.
This scheme provides loans of up to $1,000 for first year students. Loans are
available for a variety of purposes to assist students to complete their studies. Certain conditions may apply.
For further information, please call (03) 5327 9513 to speak to our Loans Officer.
Financial Information
Our Counsellors offer independent advice on Youth Allowance and Austudy.
You can also receive assistance with completing applications, determining eligibility
and following up incorrect or unexplained assessments.
Advice can also be sought in relation to Centrelink requirements and how to request
a review of your assessment. Counsellors can act as advocates for you in your dealings
with Centrelink and provide letters of support and clarification where appropriate.
To make an appointment to discuss your affairs, please call:
Ararat, Horsham and Stawell Campuses (03) 5362 2642
Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat) (03) 5327 9470
SMB and Camp St Campuses (Ballarat) (03) 5327 8206
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Am I able to defer from my course at the University of Ballarat?
As an applicant you may wish to defer your offer for up to one year.
To defer you need to apply in writing to the relevant Head of School by
the enrolment date specified on your offer letter. Deferment will not be granted automatically.
If you have any further enquires regarding deferring your course, please call Student
Administra-tion on (03) 5327 9564.
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Does the University of Ballarat have any Scholarships for which I may apply?
The University of Ballarat offers a diverse range of scholarships and awards. They are
designed to support and encourage worthy students wishing to undertake studies at the University. Outlined below are the scholarships available:
A range of Awards and Scholarships are available for students within the Higher Education and
TAFE Divisions of our University, including financial aid scholarships to
assist with the costs associated with studying. You are encouraged to apply for any scholarships
for which you are eligible.
Financial Aid Scholarships
Over 130 Financial Aid Scholarships are offered at the University to assist rural and regional,
low socio-economic and Indigenous students, who are Australian citizens or holders of permanent
humanitarian visas, with costs associated with further education. Two types of financial aid
scholarships are funded by the Commonwealth Government to eligible students, in addition to
four types offered by the University.
COMMONWEALTH LEARNING SCHOLARSHIPS (CLS)
The two types of scholarships offered in the CLS program are to assist with educational
costs and accommodation costs in Higher Education.
Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarships
These provide undergraduate students from low socio-economic backgrounds with a scholarship of $2,080 per year for up to four years, indexed annually.
Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarships
These provide undergraduate students from rural and regional areas with $4,161 per year
(indexed annually) for up to four years, to assist them with accommodation expenses where they
have to move to undertake their chosen higher education course.
UNIVERSITY OF BALLARAT FINANCIAL AID SCHOLARSHIPS
The Financial Aid Scholarships funded by the University of Ballarat include the following:
University of Ballarat Education Costs Scholarships.
Worth $2,000 each, these provide full-time undergraduate students from low socio-economic
backgrounds with a scholarship to assist them to meet their education costs at the University of Ballarat.
University of Ballarat Accommodation Scholarships
These provide full-time undergraduate students from rural and regional areas with a
scholarship of $4,000 to study at the University of Ballarat. The Scholarship assists with
accommodation expenses where a student has been required to move to undertake their chosen higher education course.
University of Ballarat School Based Financial Aid Scholarships
Each of the Higher Education Schools offer Financial Aid Scholarships to students undertaking an
undergraduate course within their school. The Arts Academy also offers a scholarship to eligible
TAFE students enrolled in nominated Arts Academy courses.
University of Ballarat Dr Mary Atkinson Scholarship
A Scholarship of $5,000 is offered to assist an Indigenous student commencing an
undergraduate course for the first time at the University of Ballarat with costs associated with attending
University.
For further information on the CLS or UB Financial Aid scholarships,
please click here.
SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
Arts Academy Scholarships
Value: 5 x $750 scholarships available
These scholarships have been initiated as an opportunity to encourage and support
talented Visual and Performing Arts students to complete the enrolment process and commence
studies in 2007. All prospective VCE students from the University of Ballarat catchment area
(including Central Highlands and Western regions) interviewed for 2007 will be eligible for consideration.
The Arts Academy also offers financial aid scholarships to eligible TAFE students enrolled
in nominated Arts Academy courses. For further information, contact the Arts Academy on (03) 5327 8600.
School of Business
There are a number of Commonwealth Supported Place Scholarships available in the School of Business,
covering a range of entitlements such as 100% of the tuition fees and 50% of the tuition fees.
The School is also offering equity and indigenous student scholarships.
For further information, contact the School of Business on (03) 5327 9403.
School of Information Technology and Mathematical Sciences
Value: $18,000 and $3,600
There are a variety of scholarships available to students commencing the Bachelor of
pplied Computing, Bachelor of Information Systems, Bachelor of Information Technology,
Bachelor of Applied Computing (Mathematics), Bachelor of Applied Computing (Games Technologies)
in 2007. These scholarships are only available to current Year 12 students. If an applicant receives an
ENTER of at least 75, you are guaranteed a scholarship of at least $1,200 for each of your
three years of study. Selection is based on performance in VCE studies.
For further information, contact the School of ITMS on (03) 5327 9770.
School of Nursing
Value: approx $4,000
Awarded to a selected student, after they have enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing.
The scholarship will pay the student's Commonwealth Support Place debt on a semester by
semester basis for the ?rst year of their course. Selection criteria is based on excellence
in prior studies, participation and contribution to the community, and interview.
For further information, contact the School of Nursing on (03) 5327 9660.
School of Science and Engineering
Value: $5,000
Twelve Scholarships to the value of $5,000 will be offered for students commencing the
Bachelor of Applied Science or the Bachelor of Engineering Science programs in 2006. Equity
scholarships to the value of $5000 also available for women enrolling in the Bachelor of
Engineering Science in 2006. For further information, contact the School of Science and Engineering on (03) 5327 9419.
TAFE DIVISION SCHOLARSHIPS
Students may apply for the following scholarships and awards:
RJ Young Scholarship
Six scholarships at $3,000 each
Students must enrol full-time or part-time in a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced
Diploma course at the University of Ballarat, SMB Campus, for the 2007 Academic Year.
Criteria to be used in the selection of persons to be awarded the Scholarship are: character,
financial circumstances, academic performance, commitment to educational achievement and objectives of study.
Brian McLennan Scholarship ($2,000)
Available to students enrolled on a full time basis in their first year of a University
of Ballarat TAFE, Visual Arts Course and intend undertaking the second year of the course.
Criterion to be used in the selection of the successful applicant are: artistic ability,
demonstrated by folio presentation, commitment to the course and sound character.
GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships and Awards
The Vice-Chancellor Scholarships are to the value of $1,000 to fifteen Year 12 students
within the Central Highlands, Wimmera, Barwon, Loddon, Mallee and Western District regions
who enrol in a University of Ballarat course. The Scholarships are awarded on the basis of
excellence in the areas of study, contributions to the community and to their school.
Awards to the value of $100 are available to Year 10 students who achieve the best results
within their school, in each of the secondary schools within the Central Highlands and Wimmera regions. These awards will be presented at Secondary School Presentation Ceremonies.
For further information, contact Student Recruitment on (03) 5327 9923.
University of Ballarat Pipe Band scholarships
The University of Ballarat Pipe Band is a highly successful Victorian Pipe Band with
more than 50 members of all ages. Its aim is to promote the Highland Bagpipes and Drums.
Two scholarships are available to the value of $1000 each (full scholarship), or half scholarships
may be awarded to the value of $500. To be eligible for a scholarship, students must be enrolled at
the University of Ballarat Pipe Band. Applicants must also have had some tuition in playing Bagpipes or Drums.
For further information, contact Mrs V Ives on (03) 5339 5158 or Mr T Bodey on (03) 5331 9611
or contact the band via email at ian_ives@hotmail.com
Harold Carroll Memorial Scholarship
Value: $3,000 per annum for a maximum of four years
Awarded to a student studying Year 12 in the Western District of Victoria. Applicants
must exhibit a determination and diligence towards their VCE studies, a capacity for hard work,
a willingness to learn and evidence of financial disadvantage. For further information,
contact Student Recruitment on (03) 5327 9012
Mick Young Scholarship
The eligibility criterion for a recipient of the Mick Young Scholarship is
financial disadvantage combined with motivation and commitment to furthering
education and improving life circumstances. There will be two $2,000 scholarships available in 2007,
one for Higher Education and one for the TAFE Division.
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