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Deakin English Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) Orientation Handbook 2020 Geelong
In this Welcome to DUELI handbook 02 Welcome Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) is Deakin’s English language centre, based on our Melbourne 03 Deakin University English Language Burwood Campus and Geelong Waterfront Campus. At DUELI Institute (DUELI) we are proud of our reputation as being one of the best English centres in Australia. 04 What to expect at DUELI Studying English at DUELI provides you with a wonderful 05 DUELI student Code of Conduct chance to meet new people and make lifelong friends. It is a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, ideas and 06 Grievance procedure experiences. 07 Deakin student services and DUSA Students from all over the world come to study English at Deakin. Whether you are planning to learn English to study an 09 Deakin IT Services award course at Deakin University or for your own personal or professional English language development, our aim is to help 10 How to get your IT password you improve your English quickly at the best English language 11 Medical services and your OSHC centre in Australia. I am pleased to welcome you to DUELI, and, with all the staff 13 Your student visa here, I look forward to helping you become a successful Deakin student. 14 Things to remember Ben Stubbs 15 DUELI dates Director 16 DUELI English language program Deakin University English Language Institute information 17 From DUELI to Deakin University 19 Living in Geelong 20 Map of Geelong Waterfront Campus 21 Checklist 22 Locality guide DUELI and Deakin International’s website All up-to-date information about DUELI is available on deakin.edu.au/dueli. Check out Deakin International’s website for up-to-date information on living matters, financial information, academic support, campus facilities and services. Go to deakin.edu.au/international. 1 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 2
Deakin University What to expect English Language Institute at DUELI DUELI Student services Attendance Course progress and assessment Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) offers a Deakin student advisers are here to help, advise, and guide • You have to attend at least 80% of your scheduled DUELI DUELI is legally required to check your course progress to wide range of English language courses from elementary to you. You can access: classes. ensure that you are doing well in your studies. Language advanced level. • medical and health services on campus • DUELI is legally obliged to report students with skills are assessed throughout the teaching block at regular DUELI Geelong is located at unsatisfactory attendance (under 80%) to the intervals so that you can revise your study goals. • personal, confidential, and free counselling on campus Deakin University’s Geelong Waterfront Campus, Department of Home Affairs, which in turn may result There are several assessment tasks within each level, which • award-winning careers centre where you can obtain Building D, Room 4.202, in a cancellation of the student visa; no refund will be you must pass in order to progress to the next level. You information about a range of local and international 1 Gheringhap Street Geelong, Victoria 3220 Australia. given in this situation. must pass the level specified in order to meet the English careers You can ring DUELI Geelong Reception on 03 522 71229. • DUELI teachers monitor your attendance every hour of language requirement allowing you to enter the intended • a free ten-week introductory membership to Deakin’s award study. class. To travel between Geelong Waterfront Campus and Geelong gyms • If you are late by more than 15 minutes for the first class Marks are final. All borderline marks are second-marked by Waurn Ponds Campus please see deakin.edu.au/students/ • optional one-year free membership to the Deakin of the day, and more than 5 minutes for any subsequent a coordinator. Students can request a review of their marks, your-campus/get-to-deakin/deakin-bus-services. University Student Association (DUSA) class, you will be marked absent for that whole one- in exceptional circumstances, by completing the Results • assistance with finding accommodation. hour class. Review Form available at DUELI Reception. Students who DUELI courses More information on student services is available on pages • DUELI will notify you in writing if you are at risk of have failed at a given level three times will be unable to Courses are integrated and involve the development of 7-8. falling below 80% and of its intention to report you for extend their study. reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills using texts and unsatisfactory attendance. materials from a wide range of media. A strong emphasis is Facilities Plagiarism placed on helping students become independent learners. • If you disagree with the decision to report you, you can • An Australian university campus environment. appeal against it, following DUELI procedures. Plagiarism occurs when a student copies somebody else’s We encourage you to develop your own learning style, set • Modern, well-equipped classrooms with the latest work without acknowledging its author. Plagiarism leads to your own goals and draw up your own study plans. smartboard technology. severe penalties in Australia, as it is an example of academic • University cafés with halal dishes. Excessive absence misconduct. Teachers at DUELI will explain how to properly Classes reference your work in order to avoid plagiarism. • Classes are held between 8:30am and 4:30pm from • 24-hour computer labs (over 350 computers at DUELI). Students who are absent for more than 5 consecutive Monday through Friday. • Independent Learning Centre (ILC). business days may be reported to the Department of Home Affairs for non-attendance. Students who Student expectations • Courses are run in five-week blocks. • Access to all of Deakin’s library facilities. Deakin University recognises that students are entitled to are reported and whose visa is cancelled will not be • There is an average of 15 students per class (generally, • Multifaith spiritual centre. eligible for a refund of any remaining tuition fees. have the following expectations during their time at DUELI: DUELI classes range from six to 18 students). • Sporting facilities including a gym and sports hall. • to study in a safe, secure and supportive environment Teaching staff • to be treated with respect and courtesy in an environment free from harassment and discrimination Teachers at the Deakin University English Language Institute are highly qualified and experienced professionals who have: • to have personal privacy respected • to have access to clear, appropriate procedures for • postgraduate qualifications in TESOL dealing with complaints and grievances. • extensive teaching experience in Australia and overseas, specialist skills in curriculum, materials, and study program design • IELTS preparation and examining experience. For information about DUELI’s location, maps and travelling, visit deakin.edu. au/locations/geelong- waterfront-campus. 3 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 4
DUELI student Grievance code of conduct procedure Studying at Deakin University is a co-operative relationship between students and We hope you find your time at Deakin to be enjoyable and rewarding. If you're unhappy staff. Both students and staff work together to support the teaching and learning about something at DUELI, you can make an enquiry to the right person following the journey of each and every Deakin student. flowchart below. Standards of behaviour To maintain and uphold positive relationships, this Code of Conduct sets out standards of behaviour based on co- Class placement / DUELI Geelong operation, mutual responsibility, respect, self-discipline, and Class teacher Assessment issues Manager* tolerance of others by which everyone is accepted as an individual and where all cultures are highly valued. DUELI enrolment Value Behaviours DUELI Reception Director, DUELI* issues Responsibility • Co-operate with teachers and students. Being accountable for your • Be punctual and fully prepared for class. own actions and learning • Complete class work as assigned by your teachers. Student • Practice behaviours that keep everybody safe. DUELI Student Contact Deakin Experience and Attendance issues Student complaints Engagement Respect • Listen carefully to others. (see details below)^ Coordinator* Caring about yourself, others • Be understanding and tolerant. and the environment around • Treat everybody with respect. you • Behave in a manner that is non-discriminatory. • Practice behaviours that are not disruptive to others. * Please make an appointment at DUELI Reception • Care for University and personal property. DUELI Geelong ^ The Student Complaints Form Other issues can be accessed online: Manager* deakin.edu.au/students/dean- of-students/complaints/student- Integrity • Treat others fairly. complaints-form. Being honest and fair • Allow others to study in a positive environment. More information • Submit work that is your own. To learn more about student procedures visit the following webpages: • Deakin International Student Compliance and Visas: deakin.edu.au/students/studying/international-students/ compliance-and-visas • Student General Misconduct: https://policy.deakin.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=168 • Student Academic Integrity: https://policy.deakin.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=79 • Student Appeals Procedure: https://policy.deakin.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=219 • Student Complaints Resolution Procedure: https://policy.deakin.edu.au/document/view-current.php?id=146 5 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 6
Deakin student services and DUSA Deakin University student ID card Deakin career counsellors Accommodation Deakin University Student Association (Deakin card) Deakin career advisors offer counselling On-campus accommodation (DUSA) Your Deakin card allows you to use a variety of and advice on career planning, course and Living on campus offers a unique opportunity: All currently enrolled DUELI students are services around the university, including: career direction, developing self-awareness you join our resident community and get entitled to a free one-year membership at of your skills and interest and deciding on to know your neighbours from around the Deakin University Student Association (DUSA) • libraries postgraduate study. The service also provides world. Deakin Residences offer a range of fully (subject to change without prior notice). DUSA • computer labs information about how to look for a job, write facilitates the following activities and services: furnished accommodation options with on-site • printing a resume and prepare for an interview. See security and 24/7 reception staff. • provides free legal aid for students • cafés. deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/career-coaching. To find out more about on-campus • organises trips and events, such as To put money onto your Deakin card, top up accommodation see deakin.edu.au/live. concerts and dance nights online at deakin.edu.au/students/enrolment- Deakin TALENT To apply for a DUELI room at the Waterfront • runs short courses in the evenings on fees-and-money/deakin-card/top-up-your- If you are looking for a part-time job or Campus, contact the DUELI Geelong Office by many different subjects deakin-card. voluntary work, visit deakintalent.deakin.edu. email to obtain an application form: • has many clubs, including sporting clubs, au/jobs-and-internships. dueli-geelong-admin@deakin.edu.au. and societies that you can join Printing Printing in the computer lab costs 9 cents per Chaplains, prayer room, multi-faith Off-campus accommodation • can provide advocacy if you find yourself A4 sheet for black and white printouts and 15 space There is off-campus accommodation available in a dispute with the University over cents for colour. You have to load money onto near all our campuses, to suit all budgets. academic issues Deakin’s chaplains offer a multi-faith approach your Deakin card (Google: “deakin card top to belief and spirituality. You are welcome Deakin University’s Houseme Database offers a • provides academic and social support up”). to drop in to chat about issues of faith, for range of resources and vital information about to all female students at Deakin via the information about where to worship, and your rights and responsibilities when renting. Women’s Officer. Photocopying other personal concerns. See deakin.edu.au/ Visit deakin.edu.au/houseme which has a For more information, contact a DUELI Student studentlife/chaplains. range of online self-help services to support Adviser or go to dusa.org.au. Standard photocopying services are available students with finding accommodation, both throughout Deakin University using credits on Legal advice long and short term. Sport your Deakin card. For information about free legal advice go to You can also look at real estate websites to find DeakinACTIVE has a wide range of sporting and Library www.legalaid.vic.gov.au or call 03 9269 0120. rental accommodation. Before you decide to fitness facilities and equipment, including a Alternatively, contact an International Student rent a house or a flat, you should get as much gym, sports hall, running track and basketball For opening hours and more information about Adviser (ISA) at Division of Student Life. information as possible about renting, bonds, courts. All currently enrolled DUELI students the library, go to deakin.edu.au/library, which contracts, and other rules for renters. Houses are entitled to 10 weeks FREE membership at you can access through the library computers, and flats for rent are usually not furnished. DeakinACTIVE (subject to change without prior computer labs or at home. notice). DeakinACTIVE is located at Geelong Library access Waurn Ponds Campus. You can catch the free In order to borrow books and other material Terms and conditions of lease shuttle bus from Waterfront Campus to Waurn from Deakin University libraries, you must have Once you have found a place that you would Ponds Campus. your current Deakin University student ID card. like to rent, make sure you understand all the Learn more at deakinactive.com.au. terms and conditions of your lease before you Conditions of loan and library use sign it. Library items must not be removed from the library without being issued by library staff. If you are found in possession of damaged library items, you must pay for the replacement costs, and you will be suspended from borrowing for one month. Library users must observe the conditions of loan and library use. 7 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 8
Deakin IT services How to get your IT password Deakin internet access Email Misuse of services Press CTRL + ALT + DELETE to log on to a Click 'I agree'. Your Deakin internet access depends Deakin University will communicate It is important to be aware of potential 1 Deakin computer. 6 on the status of your enrolment at important information to you by email, misuse of Deakin's services. Some DUELI. In order to receive access, so it is important that you regularly examples are: Username: deakin you have to be enrolled and have a check your Deakin email account. Your • violation of copyright 2 Password: deakin valid Deakin University student ID Deakin email can be accessed from number/card. If your enrolment has your home, on your mobile as well • using the facilities for commercial been delayed for various reasons, as from the computers on campus. reasons Click on 'New students'. for instance, the University has not From deakin.edu.au choose ‘Current • invading of individual’s privacy 3 received your payment on time, please students’, then ‘email’, log in and go to • harassing individual through the Take a photo of your username, password, 7 and email address. Press 'Continue to contact DUELI Reception for help and your inbox. use of email information on alternative access Deakin'. Press CTRL+ALT+DELETE to log off. Your Deakin email address is your • sharing passwords options. username@deakin.edu.au; for • tampering with other users’ example, john@deakin.edu.au. electronic communication Internet use Download the OWA mail app to get • accessing offensive or Deakin has a quota system that Deakin email on your phone. provides each DUELI student with inappropriate materials. 50GB per trimester. Your responsibilities Consequences of misuse If this quota is exceeded, your You must: You may: Enter your birthday, student number and Internet access will be locked until the 4 • follow all Australian laws and • possibly lose computing access course code, eg. X067A (0 = zero). Enter a beginning of the following trimester Enter your username and password. regulations relevant to internet post code. Then click 'Continue'. unless you call the IT Service Desk • have to reimburse the University 8 for a quota addition for legitimate use for additional costs purposes. • NOT access inappropriate or • face possible disciplinary or offensive material criminal action. IT password • NOT allow others to access your For detailed instructions on activating password Tips to reduce Internet cost your IT access, please refer to ‘How • report any unauthorised use of Always log out when you leave the to get your IT password’ on the next your account to IT Services by computer. page. telephoning 03 9244 6888. Think about the size of files that you download, e.g. audio and video files Select 'Generate a random password for me', 5 then click 'continue'. should be considered very carefully Please open the browser and log in to before downloading. 9 DeakinSync. Do not share your password with Contact the IT Service Desk anyone else or you will be held Check the DUELI Blog for class placements, accountable for their use as well as 10 Phone: 1800 463 888 (7 days) timetables and more. your own. Website: deakin.edu.au/its Building D, Level 3, near the reception 9 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 10
Medical services and your OSHC Deakin Medical Centre Personal Counselling Other medical services General practices Overseas Student Health Cover The campus nurses and doctors are If your studies/life is being affected Sexual Health Services Belmont Bulk Billing Clinic (OSHC) able to provide: by personal, family or other Barwon Health - University Hospital 141 High Street, Belmont How do I get my membership card? • medical attention and referrals circumstances, you could find it Geelong 03 5241 3000; www. Cards can be collected as part of the helpful to talk with a counsellor. Phone: 03 5226 7111 belmontbulkbillingclinic.com.au • health check-ups and advice Orientation activities, or you may Counselling at Deakin is professional, • flu, travel and course related Dentists Tristar Medical Group Geelong contact DUELI Geelong Office. completely confidential, and free. vaccinations See directory www.yellowpages.com. 284 Torquay Road, Grovedale Counselling can help with: au 03 5243 3355; www. Notify BUPA OSHC of your contact • information and advice on diet tristarmedicalgroup.com.au details and nutrition, sexual health and • stress, loneliness, or Helplines homesickness If you change your address or any stress relief. Lifeline (personal problems): 13 11 14 GP@Newcomb other personal details, please update The Deakin Geelong Waterfront • course concerns, including advice or www.lifeline.org.au 4/152 Bellarine Hwy, Newcomb this information by sending an email Campus Medical Centre is located at on special consideration and Poison Information: 13 11 26 03 5248 1355; www. to oshc@bupa.com.au. Building D, Level 2. Alternatively, you referral Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 patientappointments.com.au/clinics/ may wish to see the nurse or doctor at • conflict resolution and anger newcomb‐medical‐centre How your BUPA OSHC works Waurn Ponds Campus. management. Barrabool Hills Family Medical and Direct/bulk billing To make an appointment, call 03 5247 Dental Practice Unit 9, 36 Province Blvd, Highton Show your BUPA OSHC card and BUPA 9312. A current Overseas Student Sexual assault/violence 03 5241 2878; www. will directly pay your bill. Health Cover (OSHC) card is necessary Deakin University Health/ when seeing a doctor. You don’t need barraboolhillsmedical.com.au Note that in some clinics there may be Counselling Service: to make an appointment to see a a co-payment that you will have to pay 03 5247 9312/03 9244 5577 nurse. This service is free with your If you would like to get medical advice, for seeing a doctor (usually $15-30) The Sexual Assault and Family OSHC card. including information about the and you pay this directly to the doctor Violence Centre: 03 5222 4318 closest direct billing doctor in your or clinic. Men’s Referral Service: 03 9428 2899 area, contact on BUPA 1800 888 942. Non-direct/non-bulk billed For more information about how your OSHC works, see below. You will need to pay for your consultation. Make sure that you get a receipt so that you can make a claim. Claim online www.oshc.bupa.com.au. Emergency Deakin Security & Contact BUPA If you go to a hospital phone number police station If you become ill during the night or on the weekend, you might go to Ambulance: 000 Deakin University Security Helpline: 1800 888 942 the emergency area of a hospital. Police: 000 Geelong Waterfront Campus: (Toll free number available 24 In Australia, there are public and 03 5227 8222 hours a day and 7 days a week) private hospitals. All public hospitals Fire brigade: 000 Or 1800 062 579 Email: oshc@bupa.com.au and some private hospitals accept You can dial 000 for free. Ask the BUPA OSHC card and will bill Police Station: 03 5225 3100 In person: a BUPA representative the operator for the service you BUPA directly - but you will have to visits the Waterfront Campus. want and wait to be connected. pay around $500 upfront. If you are Ask the DUELI Office for dates Answer all their questions and do required to pay, keep the receipt and and times. not hang up the phone until they you will be able to claim back some, or tell you to. Web: www.oshc.bupa.com.au the full amount paid, from BUPA. 11 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 12
Your student visa Things to remember The Department of Home Attendance Reporting and disclosure of As a DUELI student, it is your responsibility to remember the rules about your Affairs • DUELI is legally obliged to report information attendance, arrival time for class, your course progress and related information. A The Australian Government students with unsatisfactory DUELI must, by law, report to the Department of Home Affairs can give attendance to the Department Department of Home Affairs any set of useful apps is also available for you to download on your device. you information and support you with of Home Affairs, which in turn changes to your enrolment as well your enquiries about your visa. may result in a cancellation of the as breaches of your student visa student visa. conditions relating to your attendance Contact the Department of Home • You must tell DUELI Reception your address in Affairs: • If you disagree with the decision and/or academic progress. to report you, you can appeal Australia when you arrive and any time it changes. Outlook Web Access (OWA) on 131 881 DUELI may be obliged to share against it, following DUELI • DUELI requires that you attend all classes. Your the information you provide with Get your Deakin email app on or visit www.homeaffairs.gov.au. procedure. If you are absent for attendance must be above 80%. If your attendance Australian government departments, your phone and never miss out on more than 5 consecutive business falls below 80% it may put your student visa in The Department of Home Affairs is such as the Department of Home important emails. days, you may be reported to the danger and you may not be able to extend your located at: Affairs and the Department of Department of Home Affairs and DUELI course. Casselden Place, 2 Lonsdale Street, Education and Training. For instance, Deakin Scout Melbourne 3000. your enrolment and CoE may be when asked, DUELI must give • If you are sick please ask your doctor for a medical cancelled. No refund will given in Know where to go with the Deakin the Department of Home Affairs certificate. Keep all medical certificates in case you this situation. Scout app. It can help you navigate Student visa conditions information about your current have to show them to DUELI or the Department of your way on campus with ease. • Students must keep all medical address and contact numbers, your Home Affairs. • You must maintain at least 80% certificates as the Department of enrolment status and your grades. • If you are more than 15 minutes late for your first SafeZone attendance throughout the length Home Affairs and DUELI may ask class, you will be marked absent for that class. of your course. A direct line to campus security, the for proof of illness if attendance Visa extension • If you are more than 5 minutes late for any • You must remain at the institution falls below 80%. It is the student’s SafeZone app a great way to stay safe. It is your responsibility to hold a valid following class, you will be marked absent for that that originally recruited you for responsibility then to provide Australian visa at all times. If your class. Deakin Genie your principal course for the first the Department of Home Affairs six months. If you want to change, visa is due to expire before the end • If you fail the same DUELI level three times, you with any medical certificates if Let Deakin Genie help you access your you must obtain a Release Letter of your course, you need to apply for may not be able to get a course extension. requested. required reading and prescribed texts from Deakin University and get its extension with the Department • The information provided to DUELI may be shared through the Deakin Library. permission from the Department of Home Affairs at least two months with BUPA if BUPA is your overseas health cover Extended absence of Home Affairs. before the expiry date. (OSHC) provider as arranged by Deakin. For more In the event that a student is Deakin Moves • You must tell DUELI Reception information visit www.bupa.com.au/privacy-and- hospitalised or absent due to Tax File Number (TFN) An app to help you find ways of your current Australian address, security and see page 12. circumstances beyond their control, increasing your health and wellbeing as within seven days of starting You need to provide your tax file • ILC/library items must not be removed from the part of your Deakin experience. the Director of DUELI will determine DUELI, or moving house. number (TFN) to: ILC/library without being issued. whether the student’s absence will • Health insurance (OSHC: BUPA, be excused. Each request is assessed • your bank, when opening a bank • Lost property will be kept at DUELI Reception for Public Transport Victoria (PTV) NIB, Allianz etc.) must be held for on a case-by-case basis, and must be account one month before being disposed of. Information about buses, trams, and the full length of your student visa. supported by medical certificates or • your employer, if/when applying • Re-printing certificates/statements of results will trains – all in one app. other relevant documentation and for a part-time job. cost $30 per copy. approved by the Department of It is not compulsory to have a tax file Tram Tracker Home Affairs. number but if you do not have one, Find out when your tram is coming any money or interest you earn in via your device. Download the Tram Deakin compliance Australia will be taxed at a higher rate. Work rights Tracker app. For course and visa compliance and International students To apply, visit www.ato.gov.au. related administrative information, RentRight are only allowed to work please visit deakin.edu.au/students/ a maximum of 40 hours studying/international-students/ Be informed about your rights if you every two weeks when compliance-and-visas. rent a house. RentRight has all the lessons are in session. information you need. Insider Guides Insider Guides are a great way to learn about Melbourne. 13 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 14
DUELI dates DUELI English language program information DUELI 2020 dates Intake Orientation Start date End date Holidays 1 9 January 13 January 14 February 27 January 2 13 February 17 February 20 March Your IELTS score* Your DUELI level* 3 19 March 23 March 24 April 10 – 14 April (Easter) 4 23 April 28 April 29 May 27 April, 15 May IELTS 6.5 GE 8 – Advanced 5 28 May 1 June 3 July 6 – 10 July 6 9 July 13 July 14 August 7 13 August 17 August 18 September 21 – 25 September IELTS 6.0 GE 7 – Upper-intermediate 2 8 24 September 28 September 30 October 2 – 6 November, Grand Final Day (TBC) 9 5 November 9 November 11 December Score of 55% or IELTS 5.5 GE 6 – Upper-intermediate 1 higher in GE 6 and IELTS Preparation a written exam DUELI's IELTS Preparation course is designed for you DUELI 2021 dates IELTS 5.0 GE 5 – Intermediate 2 to succeed in the IELTS exam. Intake Orientation Start date End date Holidays 1 7 January 11 January 12 February 26 January 2 11 February 15 February 19 March IELTS 4.5 GE 4 – Intermediate 1 3 18 March 22 March 23 April 2, 5, 6 April 4 22 April 27 April 28 May 26 April, 14 May Score of 55% or IELTS 4.0 GE 3 – Pre-intermediate 2 higher in GE 3 and EAP 1 5 27 May 31 May 2 July 5 – 9 July a written exam 6 8 July 12 July 13 August DUELI's EAP pathway can prepare you for entry into 7 12 August 16 August 17 September 20 – 24 September GE 2 – Pre-intermediate 1 IELTS 3.5 Deakin University and 1 October, 1 – 5 November, Deakin College. 8 23 September 27 September 29 October Grand Final Day (TBC) 9 4 November 8 November 10 December IELTS 2.5-3.0 GE 1 – Elementary 1-2 DUELI 2022 dates Intake Orientation Start date End date Holidays Please note: 1 6 January 10 January 11 February 26 January (Australia Day) * Entry level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score. The pathway programs are available to student visa holders as their principal 2 10 February 14 February 18 March course. Courses are also available to other visa holders provided that the length of enrolment at DUELI does not exceed the conditions of their visa. 3 17 March 21 March 22 April 15 – 19 April (Easter) • Placement into all DUELI classes is based on the results of the DUELI Placement 4 21 April 26 April 27 May 25 April, 13 May Test. You will take this test when you start at DUELI. • Programs listed on this guide are available to student visa holders as their 5 26 May 30 May 1 July 4 – 8 July principal course. DUELI programs are also available to other visa holders GE – General English provided that the length of their enrolment at DUELI does not exceed the 6 7 July 11 July 12 August conditions of their visa. EAP – English for Academic 7 11 August 15 August 16 September 19 – 23 September Purposes This is a GUIDE only, please refer to your letter of offer for specific information. 31 October – 4 November, 8 22 September 26 September 28 October Grand Final Day (TBC) 9 3 November 7 November 9 December For updated information visit deakin.edu.au/international-students/dueli/dueli-course-dates. Please note: The Grand Final Holiday is held in September or October; the date varies from year to year. The dates for 2020, 2021 and 2022 are yet to be determined. 15 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 16
From DUELI to Minimum entry level for Deakin University Award course and Deakin University Deakin College pathway programs^ Deakin University‘s Bachelor of Nursing IELTS 7 (no band lower than 7) TOEFL iBT 94 (Writing 27) Deakin University Undergraduate and Study Abroad programs, Deakin College Diploma of Communication Successful completion of DUELI’s English The chart below shows how DUELI’s EAP for Academic Purposes (EAP) pathway pathway programs can help you meet IELTS 6.0 (no band lower than 6) programs can provide you with entry into the English language requirements for TOEFL iBT 65 (Writing 21) Deakin University and Deakin College. the degree you want to study. You can DUELI EAP 3 (60%) learn more about the EAP program and Deakin University Postgraduate programs and other DUELI programs on deakin.edu. Faculty of Health Undergraduate programs au/international-students/dueli/dueli- courses. IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6) TOEFL iBT 70 (Writing 21) DUELI EAP 4 (60%) Your IELTS score* Your DUELI course All other Deakin College Diploma and Certificate IV Foundation Studies programs • Entry into Deakin IELTS 5.5 General English University Bachelor IELTS
Living in Geelong Geelong Waterfront Campus map Geelong Travelling to DUELI Geelong is Victoria's second-largest city, and has a DUELI is located on the Geelong Waterfront Campus. population of approximately 250,000. It is close to some Traveling time varies but students living in Geelong should of the state's most beautiful natural landscapes, such as be prepared to spend up to 30-40 minutes traveling to and the Great Ocean Road. It also has great shopping, many from DUELI. To travel between Geelong Waterfront Campus restaurants and cafes, a lovely waterfront, and all the and Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus please see deakin.edu. facilities you would expect from a 21st Century city. au/students/your-campus/get-to-deakin/deakin-bus- services. For maps, please visit deakin.edu.au/locations. For Weather and clothing information about traveling in Geelong, please visit www. The weather in Geelong is pleasant and mild with four ptv.vic.gov.au. distinct seasons: summer, autumn, winter and spring. Geelong generally does not experience severe extremes myki card of heat, humidity or cold; however, the weather can be Tickets for public transport are called 'myki'. You can buy very changeable and hard to predict. It is a good idea to a myki card from www.ptv.vic.gov.au, train stations, some wear layers of clothing and to carry a small umbrella or a news agencies and the Geelong DUSA Office. You must waterproof jacket. touch on with your myki when you travel. If you do not have a valid myki while travelling, you may be fined up to $500. Water restrictions Ticket inspectors often check tickets while you are on public Due to ongoing dry weather, water restrictions are transport, in validated ticket areas of train stations, and at sometimes introduced in Geelong to help save our tram stops. Always have a valid myki. diminishing water resources. Tourist information Geelong Visitor Information: National Wool Museum at the corner of Moorabool and Brougham Streets, Geelong. Or phone 03 5222 2900. You can also visit www. geelongaustralia.com.au and www.visitvictoria.com. 19 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 20
Checklist Locality guide Still worried about starting study at Deakin English? Use the below checklist to make This guide contains practical local information about shopping, banking and transport, to sure that you are off to a great start. With these important things taken care of, you’ll be help you to settle into the Geelong community. ready for the challenges and opportunities that being a new DUELI student can bring. Food Transport Internet providers Coles Supermarket: Westfield Those interested in buying cars, please • Telstra: www.telstra.com.au Geelong, Belmont Waurn Ponds, check: • Optus: www.optus.com.au Geelong West • drive.com.au • TPG: www.tpg.com.au Do you have your Deakin card? • carsales.com.au Woolworths Supermarket: Geelong Sporting Facilities West, Newtown, Waurn Ponds, Those interested in renting cars, please check: • Deakin University YMCA Gym Do you have IT access? Highton, Bell Post, Newcomb • www.thrifty.com.au Waurn Ponds campus Aldi Supermarket: Belmont, Highton, • www.europcar.com.au Building DA Geelong West, Grovedale, Newcomb • www.budget.com.au • Leisurelink Waurn Ponds Do you have your username and password recorded? • www.hertz.com.au (swimming pool) Belmont Market (near Kmart) every 240 Pioneer Rd, Grovedale Sunday 8:30am–3pm Car insurance (examples): • www.racv.com.au Have you checked your Deakin email? • www.aami.com.au Legal Service Geelong Showgrounds Market, East Geelong every Sunday 8am–2pm • www.iselect.com.au Barwon Community Legal Service Level 1, 63 Thomson Street, Belmont Did you download the recommended apps? Halal food Victorian road regulation information: Phone: 1300 430 599 Please contact the Islamic Society of www.vicroads.vic.gov.au Email: bcls@barwoncls.org.au Deakin University (ISDU) Public transport Do you have your OSHC card (maybe BUPA)? dusa-isdu-melb@deakin.edu.au Police Stations Public Transport Victoria Asian Produce www.ptv.vic.gov.au • Geelong, Mercer Street Chung Vinh Phat (near train station) Did you get your free ten-week gym membership? V/Line Open 24 hours General Asian Produce www.vline.com.au 135 Moorabool Street, Geelong • Waurn Ponds, Rossack Drive Buses in Geelong Open 24 hours Did you get your free one-year DUSA membership? Gourmet Asian Grocery • McHarry’s • Corio, Bacchus March Road 5/168 High Street, Belmont mcharrys.com.au (near shopping centre) Indo-Asian grocery • CDC Victoria Open 24 hours Did you check the DUELI blog lately? 2/13 Discovery Lane, Belmont cdcvictoria.com.au • Dial 000 for emergency: Trains in Melbourne fire, ambulance, police Just Spice Indian Grocery 168 Moorabool Street, Geelong metrotrains.com.au Geelong information Did you give DUELI your correct address details? How to get to: • Events Geelong: Watan Supermarket & Halal Butchery • Deakin Waurn Ponds Campus geelongaustralia.com.au/events/ 83c Purnell Road, Corio Did you get a myki card? Did you top it up? Catch intercampus shuttle bus or default.aspx Bus 1, 40, 41, 42, 43 • Study Geelong: • Melbourne thinkgeelong.com/study-geelong Take V/Line train to Southern Cross • Visit Great Ocean Road: station www.visitgreatoceanroad.org.au 21 Deakin University DUELI Geelong Waterfront Campus Handbook 22
If you require further information, please contact: Manager, DUELI Geelong Geelong Waterfront Campus Building D, Room 4.202 1 Gheringhap Street Geelong, Victoria 3220 Australia Phone: 03 5227 3763 deakin.edu.au/dueli Join our Facebook community at facebook.com/DeakinEnglish Published by Deakin University December 2019. While the information published in this Handbook was accurate at the time of publication, Deakin University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details of course offerings and other information published here. For the most up-to-date information, please view our website at deakin.edu.au. Deakin University CRICOS Provider Code: 00113B Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd (trading as Deakin College from 1 July 2015) CRICOS Provider Code: 01590J
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