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Frequently Asked Questions - Metallurgy

1. What do Metallurgy graduates do and how much do they earn?

To find out what a metallurgy graduate does and how much they can earn, we suggest you go to the following site:

http://www.gradsonline.edu.au/GraDSOnline/fos/fos.asp?YR=2005&DL=2&FS=42&SS=metallurgy


2. What can I study?

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/fees/2006/structure.cgi?VTACCode=37101&CourseCode=SS5&MajorCode=0009


3. Am I eligible to do the course?

Satisfactory completion of the VCE, including prerequisites Units 3 and 4 – Mathematics (any); interstate or overseas equivalent; Mature Age entry.

Non-Year 12 applicants who apply via VTAC must complete and submit the VTAC SI form to VTAC with their application. Applicants required to attend an interview will be notified of the arrangements by telephone or mail.

Mid Year entry applicants should visit our mid year entry page to view our special arrangements:

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/ard/sci-eng/midyear.shtml


4. How much does it cost?

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/fees/2008/


5. How do I apply?

There are a variety of ways of applying to do this course. For more information please follow the link below:

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/aasp/student/recruitment/apply.shtml


6. How long is the course?

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Metallurgy) is conducted over a period of three years for students studying full-time. Students can study part time over a prolonged period.


7. What sort of accommodation is available?

There are a variety of accommodation options for people who study at the University of Ballarat. Please follow the link below to find out more information:

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/fdp/commercial/accommodation/


8. What is student social life like in Ballarat?

Student life can be a lot of fun, to find out more please follow the link below:

http://www.ubsa.com.au


9. Is there any financial assistance available?

There is a variety of financial assistance available to students. The government helps in a lot of cases, please click on the link below to find out if you are eligble.

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/fdp/planning_strategy/fees/commonwealth_supported_places.shtml

Additionally, there are scholarships and awards that are available through the University of Ballarat, please click on the link below to find out what these are:

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/aasp/student/recruitment/scholarships2.shtml

Students who come from regional areas should note the generous assistance that might be available to them. Although this program has closed for 2006, students should take note for applications in 2007, as in 2006 there were 133 scholarships handed out. The link to this assistance program is below:

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/fdp/planning_strategy/fees/commonwealth_supported_places.shtml


10. Other FAQ's?

http://www.ballarat.edu.au/aasp/student/recruitment/frequently_asked_questions.shtml


11. How do I get more information?

Our office staff will be happy to assist you with any inquiries during the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

Phone: 1800 331 770
If the message service answers, please leave your details and we will return your call promptly.

Email: sciandeng.enquiries@ballarat.edu.au

Write to us: School of Science and Engineering
PO Box 663
Ballarat, Vic 3353


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