Pathways to University
Canning College, located in Perth (ranked as the World’s THIRD best city,
Economist, Global Survey 2004), is a senior college in Department of
Education and Training. Canning specialises in providing university entrance
pathways to local and international students.
Perth – Is a
modern western style city of about 1. 5 million people. It is large
enough to offer residents the full range of efficient services and
facilities but not big enough to suffer from problems such as pollution,
traffic congestion and so on.
The Mediterranean type climate provides a comfortable natural
environment. In general, Perth offers international students a
welcoming, friendly and safe environment where they can enjoy a high
quality education and lifestyle at reasonable cost.
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Canning’s Programs –
Canning offers senior secondary and higher education diploma programs.
Senior Secondary Programs:
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WA Universities’ Foundation Programis the equivalent to Year 12 and successful completion provides students
with a guaranteed place at one of WA’s excellent public universities –
The University of Western Australia, Curtin University of Technology.
Murdoch University and Edith Cowan University. The Foundation program is
also accepted by universities throughout Australia and overseas
The extensive selection of subjects provides students with the
opportunity to prepare for any university course such as medicine,
engineering, commerce, pharmacy, law, sciences (all areas), computing
etc.
The program is available for entry in January or April each year.
Admission is based on English proficiency (IELTS 5. 5 or equivalent and
academic background – equivalent to a pass at Year 11 level.
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Year 12/TEE Programis the course local students undertake to matriculate to university and
is available to international students. It is also offered in a January
or April entry mode. The Year 12/TEE program offers a wider selection of
subjects than the Foundation program, especially in the arts/humanities
area. Admission, as above.
Scholarships
A range of Western Australian government Department of Education and
Training academic awards are offered to top students entering a Foundation
or Year 12(TEE) Program. Contact Canning College for further information.
Final results in both programs is determined by a combination of College
marks and performance in a final external examination.
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Bridging Programs(including Year 11 Bridging to Foundation) are available for students
requiring academic and/or English language upgrading. The length of the
course depends on the individual needs of the student. Entry dates are
available in January, April, July, September and November.
Subjects offered are at Year 11 level and relate to those offered in
Foundation and Year 12 programs.
Final results are based on internal assessments.
Higher Education Diploma Program– Canning College offers Diploma of Commerce programs.
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Diploma of Commerce: Curtin Stream– is the equivalent to Year 1, Bachelor of Commerce at the highly
regarded Curtin University of Technology. Successful completion of the
diploma guarantees the student a place in Year 2 Bachelor of Commerce at
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Diploma of Commerce: UWA Stream– is the equivalent to Year 1, Bachelor of Commerce or Economics at The
University of Western Australia (UWA) – a ‘Group of 8’ and ‘5 star’
rated university. Successful completion of the diploma provides the
student with a guaranteed place into Year 2 of UWA’s Bachelor of
Commerce or Bachelor of Economics.
Advantages of Canning’s diploma programs:
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Small lecture and tutorial classes ensure personalised teaching. -
Student centred teaching techniques prepare students for university
style learning. -
Experienced university lecturers. -
Excellent pastoral care services including a mentoring program. -
Scholarships available to both Curtin and UWA for top students.
Admission Requirements
English Proficiency –
IELTS 6. 0 or equivalent, pass at Year 11 level in an English medium school
system.
Academic– completion
of secondary schooling.
Examples: A Levels, AS Levels, KCSE, ZimSec, Year 12, Foundation, ZSE,
Certificate lV, HKALE, Senior Middle 3, SMU 3, STPM, IB
Packaged Programs
Canning College has close links with universities and English language
colleges in Perth and can arrange packaged programs including Elicos and
university courses.
Elicos schools with which Canning links include: Perth International College
of English, Australian College of English, St Mark’s International College,
Aspect ILA.
Foundation /Year 12 (TEE) programs can be packaged through to Curtin,
Murdoch University and Edith Cowan University.
Diploma of Commerce programs can be packaged through to Curtin and UWA.
Canning College – its features and services
Features | Services | Excellent Library facilities | Campus accommodation services including student villages | State of the art computing centre and open access to computer
services | Dedicated international office to service the special needs of
overseas students | Recreation Centre | Comprehensive orientation program | Multicultural campus with and adult ethos | Assistance with university placement | Modern well equipped classrooms | Free airport reception services | Student centred teaching practices | Care program for under 18 aged students | Extensive choice of programs and subjects | Prayer room for Islamic students | Quality assurance and security of a government college | Learning support and study skills courses |
All services are included in the tuition fee –
there are no additional costs for services or facilities.
Fees 2005/2006 – all
fees correct at the time of publication.
Diploma of Commerce Programs – per semester
2005 – A$5900. Students
in the UWA Stream pay an additional A$950 per Bridging Unit.
2006 – A$6000. UWA
Bridging Units – A$1000 each
Senior Secondary Programs
Program | 2005 | 2006 | WA Universities’ Foundation Program/Year 12 (TEE)/Year 11 | A$10700 | A$11200 | April Entry Year 11 | A$8025 | A$8400 | Bridging:
18 Weeks
15 Weeks
8 Weeks
4 Weeks |
A$5485
A$4675
A$2750
A$1450 |
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Further Information:
Local representatives –
see website for contacts in your country.
Canning College
Tel: (61 8) 93515661
Fax: (618) 93561119
Email:
iso@canningcollege. wa.edu.au
Website:
www.canningcollege. wa.edu.au
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