domestic student specific information
- What you will need to apply
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Important Application Dates
- How to apply for study in 2011
- Enrolment Procedure
- Academic Dates 2010
- Academic Dates 2011
- Fee Schedule 2011
- Domestic student fee payments
- Domestic Student Refund Policy
- Financial Support
- Tuition Assurance
- Art and Technical Kit
- Incidental fees
- Privacy Statement
- Apply Now
- Application Guide 2011
What you will need to apply
Entry into the Bachelor of Design is based on academic performance and creative potential. Academic results are to be submitted with the application and differ depending on the category of applicant. All applicants are then required to present a creative portfolio in an interview (remote students may submit their creative portfolio via mail or digitally and then participate in a phone interview).
Secondary School Students (current to 21 years)
Category A applicants are those who have achieved a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank of (ATAR) of 65 (ENTER 65, OP16, TER65). A certified copy of the achieved ranking and final results must be enclosed with your application*.
Category B applicants are those who completed secondary school but did not apply for or are not eligable ATAR. A certified copy of your final results must be enclosed with your application*.
*Current Year 12 applicants applying prior to release of final academic results are to attach mid year results with application.
Other Applicants
Category B also includes mature age students (over 21) and applicants that did not complete year 12 but have undertaken other studies (18 or above). Also students who did not achieve an ATAR of 65 (ENTER 65, OP16, TER65). Your application should by accompanied by certified copies of all relevant academic records along with any additional supporting documentation including a resume, personal statement or references.
Category B applicants may be required to complete literacy assessment or literacy workshop. Participation does not guarantee admission to the degree program, but can be used as evidence of recent study in combination with the portfolio/personal statement.
Application Checklist:
Applicants will need to include the following with the Aplication for Enrolment form:
• A copy of your academic records for the highest level of schooling you have completed and any other relevant studies completed or attempted in Australia or overseas.
• A copy of your resumé, reference or any other relevant supporting documentation that will assist in assessing your aplication
Current Year 12 applicants applyling prior to release of final academic results to attach mid year results with aplication.
For students unable to attend an on campus interview - your creative portfolio is to be sent to the campus with your application or if applying online in a pdf format. Refer to the information in the following section for putting together your creative portfolio.
Creative Portfolio
PORTFOLIO ASSESSMENT
The Whitehouse Institute uses your portfolio to assess your creative potential for success in the Bachelor of Design. We look at how your work demonstrates:
- An interest, commitment and motivation for studying in your chosen design specialisation
- A desire to learn, and the ability to investigate and develop ideas independently
- An understanding of design and its connection to the community
- The ability to communicate – visually, in writing and verbally during interview/assessment.
THE CREATIVE PORTFOLIO
The creative portfolio is to be put together to support your Whitehouse application and is to be a minimum of 6 to 8 pieces of work in any medium that best evidences your creativity (no more than 20 pieces). This could include drawings, artwork, textile design, photographic work and more. It should have a theme or follow a design process and is to include a written piece relevant to your design specialisation (historical/theory research).
In addition, the portfolio is to include the one of the following assessment tasks, specific to your preferred discipline.
The portfolio must comprise of your own work and is to be recent (completed within the last 12-18 months). Work to be mounted and should have headings or descriptions, which will assist in the assessment of your work. The size and presentation format of your portfolio is open to your own creative ability but is to be no larger than A3. Digital submissions must be in PDF format.
Design Beginnings and Portfolio Workshops specially target development of a creative portfolio if you feel you need more assistance before submission of your application and interview. See the website for more details.
Be creative and most importantly, have fun!
ASSESSEMENT TASKS
Further Information:
Applicants can contact the Office of Administration via the contacts page.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process by which applicants can have any prior qualifications or informal learning recognised formally through assessment. In order to grant RPL the assessor must be confident that the skills and knowledge presented by the potential student is competent against the endorsed industry competency standards or outcomes specified. Applicants considering an application for RPL are recommended to obtain a copy of the RPL Information and Application for RPL form as well as the Subject Descriptors from Whitehouse administration.
Advanced Standing
Whitehouse Institute of Design has agreements in place with several TAFE institutions across Australia. If you have completed an Advanced Diploma in a Fashion Design or Interior Design discipline you may be eligible to receive direct articulation into semester four of the Bachelor of Design.
Important Application Dates
Applications open on Sunday 1st August 2010
*There is no offical closing date for enrolments so all applicants are encouraged to apply early. Places are limited and once classes have been filled, students are waitlisted and Whitehouse cannot guarantee further classes will be confirmed.
Interviews will be conducted from September 2010 to February 2011
First round applications close on Friday 17 December 2010
Final round applications close Friday 18 February 2011*
How to apply for study in 2011
Either complete an online application or post your completed Application for Enrolment form along with supporting documentation to: The Office of Admissions, at the perspective campus. Applicants should ensure that all relevant supporting documentation relating to the entry requirements are enclosed prior to submission.
After application:
1. Applicants residing in Australia, on receipt of your application a Whitehouse staff member will contact you to schedule an interview. During the interview you will be discussing your design aspirations as well as presenting your creative portfolio. Interviews will be held between September 2010 and February 2011.
2. For applicants residing in Australia who are unable to attend an on-campus interview; Whitehouse will make alternative arrangements such as a phone interview and you will be required to send in your creative portfolio with your application and acedemic results.
3. For applicants residing overseas; Whitehouse will assess your application along with supporting documentation and creative portfolio upon receipt.
After the interview/application assessment, successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer confirming their acceptance into the Bachelor of Design. Should an applicant not meet all of the entry requirements they may receive a Conditional Letter of Offer which will require further documentation or examination prior to offer of enrolment. All relevant documentation will be included with the letter of offer, including:
- Enrolment form
- Student Handbook and academic dates
- Fee schedule, payment options and information on FEE-HELP
- Information on Art and Technical Kits
Enrolment Procedure
The Letter of Offer confirms your acceptance into the design specialisation of the Bachelor of Design with instructions on completion of the enrolment documentation and notifies you of key dates including Registration Day, Census dates and course commencement. Applicants who accept the offer are to return completed enrolment documentation, proof of identity (Passport, Birth Certificate or Citizenship Certificate if not already supplied), 2 passport sized photographs and tuition reservation deposit (refer to the fee schedule) to the Office of Admissions at the perspective campus. Applicants awaiting final academic results can take up the option to enrol prior to the publication of results to secure their position early, enrolment will be confirmed upon receipt of final results.
Ensure you read and understand the Student Declaration on the Enrolment form prior to signing. Ensure you also read and understand the Student Handbook which outlines Whitehouse policies, business notices, roles and regulations prior to signing the Student Contract. If applying for FEE-HELP, applicants are advised to read the FEE-HELP information before submitting the completed Request for FEE-HELP assistance form.
Once your enrolment is received and processed, you will be allocated a student number and a position in the class. Your tuition reservation deposit is applied to the annual tuition fees and becomes subject to the terms of the refund policy. You will receive a written confirmation of your enrolment, receipt of fees paid and details of registration day to finalise your enrollment.
Registration Day
Registration day is to provide you with all the additional information you require to prepare for the commencement of study in the Bachelor of Design. You will receive the semester timetable, organise student cards and discuss materials and equipment required by your course discipline. Registration day is also the last day to finalise any fee's or outstanding enrolment documentation.
Academic Dates 2010
| Semester 2: | Monday 8th Aug - Friday 24th Sept |
| Mid Semester break: | Saturday 25th Sept - Sunday 3rd Oct |
| Semester 2 (cont): | Monday 4th Oct - Friday 3rd Dec |
| Semester 2 Census | Monday 6th Sept |
Academic Dates 2011
| Orientation | Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd Feb |
| Semester 1 dates: | |
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Semester 1 |
Monday 28th Feb - Friday 15th Apr |
| Semester 1 Census: | Thursday 31st Mar |
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Mid-year recess: |
Saturday 2nd Jul - Sunday 7 Aug |
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Semester 2 dates: |
Monday 8th Aug - Friday 30th Sept |
| Semester 2 Census | Wednesday 31st Aug |
Fee Schedule 2011
* Fees are offered exclusively for 2011 and are subject to annual review & alternation. All fees are in AUD and are inclusive of GST.
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Bachelor of Design fees |
$21,736 annual tuition fee |
| 3 years full-time (6 semesters) |
Students are enrolled in 8 units per year at $2,717.00 per unit |
Domestic student fee payments
Students may choose to pay their 2011 tuition fee
- up front in full
- through an application to defer all the tuition fees through FEE-HELP
- defer part of the tuition fees through FEE-HELP and the balance upfront
- make application for Time Payment Plan
All payment methods require payment of the tuition reservation deposit to secure a place in the course. This payment will be refunded after Semester 1 Censis date if you elect full FEE-HELP assistance.
Payment details
- tuition fees may be paid by personal cheque, bank cheque, money order, credit card (VISA/MasterCard), EFTPOS or direct bank transfer
- a 2% surcharge applies on all electronic transactions (credit card or EFTPOS)
- cheques and/or money orders are to be made payable to 'Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia'
- cash payments over $150 will not be accepted.
Late enrolment: At the discretion of the Whitehouse, students may be admitted up to three weeks after the course has commenced. A late enrolment penalty fee of $200 applies. (This does not include private tuition if required).
TUITION FEE PAYMENT OPTIONS
FEE-HELP
Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia has been approved by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) to offer the Commonwealth Government FEE-HELP loan to assist with part or all of eligible students' tuition fees, which are paid directly to Whitehouse.
Students may borrow up to the amount of tuition being charged by the provider for the unit(s) of study the student undertakes; however there is a limit to how much a student can borrow over a lifetime. In 2010 the maximum loan amount is $85,062.
A 20 per cent loan fee applies to FEE-HELP loans for undergraduate courses; this fee does not count towards the FEE-HELP limit. FEE-HELP does not cover any additional expenses such as course materials or living expenses. There is no interest applied to the FEE-HELP debt, however it is indexed annually by the ATO to maintain its real value by adjusting it in line with changes in the cost of living.
Eligibility
To be eligible the student must be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa whilst remaining a resident in Australia for the duration of studies. Holders of permanent or temporary resident visas or New Zealand citizens are not eligible for FEE-HELP assistance.
When is a FEE-HELP debt incurred?
You incur a FEE-HELP debt immediately after the census date for the semester of study for which you received FEE-HELP assistance. If you have requested a FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for FEE-HELP assistance form or withdraw your enrolment in writing on or before the census date or you will incur a debt.
FEE-HELP information
For more information about FEE-HELP, please read the FEE-HELP Information Booklet available from Whitehouse or visit the Australian Government Going to Uni website www.goingtouni.gov.au
TIME PAYMENT
Students may apply for a Time Payment Plan whereby outstanding annual tuition fees are divided into two instalments (+ time payment surcharge) as per Time Payment Details below.
Time Payment Plan Details:
$21,736 Annual Tuition Fee + $800 time payment surcharge
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Reservation Tuition fee payable upon enrolment |
$ 2,173.00 |
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1st instalment payable by 1 Feb 2011 + $400 surcharge |
$ 10,181.50 |
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2nd instalment payable by 28 June 2011 + $400 surcharge |
$ 10,181.50 |
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Total fees paid on completion of 2011 |
$ 22,536.00 |
Application for Time Payment is made under the Guarantee and Indemnity Agreement form and is to be approved by Whitehouse on or before 1 February or Registration Day. The Whitehouse Institute recommends the guarantor seeks independent legal advice prior to executing the Guarantee and Indemnity Agreement form.
Conditions of Time Payment Plan
- Permissions to undertake a Time Payment Plan is only effective after the Guarantee and Indemnity Agreement form has been accepted by the Institute on or before 1 February 2011 or Registration Day and payment of first instalment with surcharge has been receipted
- Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at any meeting where payment options are discussed
- The Time Payment plan option is only available to domestic students who have an approved guarantor (family member, legal guardian or spouse) residing in Australia
- Guarantor and Indemnity Agreements for Time Payment Plans are to be executed in advance annually
- A surcharge of $400 per semester is payable with each instalment (non refundable)
- Late payment of tuition fees will incur a $20 per day penalty, applied from due date
Census Date
Census date is the date on which all enrolment requirements must be finalised for FEE-HELP and non FEE-HELP students alike. It is the student's responsibility to be aware of the census dates for each unit of study and specify any arrangements for enrolment required previous to this date. Students who have not submitted their Application for FEE-HELP assistance form by the census date will be liable for the payment of tuition fees in full.
Domestic Student Refund Policy
By accepting a place at Whitehouse Institute, the student enters into an agreement to study the Bachelor of Design and for the period of the expected duration of the student's program. This agreement means there is an obligation on the student's behalf to pay the published program fees throughout the student's enrolment.
In the event of a student withdrawing or deferring from studies after lodgement of enrolment forms and payment of tuition fees (in full or part) the following applies:
- Cancellation of enrolment in writing received by Student Administration 28 days or more before the course commencement date, prepaid tuition fees are refundable in full however, the student will be invoiced a withdrawal fee - refer to incidental fees
- Cancellation of enrolment in writing received by Student Administration within 28 days of the semester commencement date and on or before the census date, prepaid tuition fees are refundable in full, however the student will be invoiced a withdrawal fee - refer to incidental fees
- Refunds will be paid within four weeks of our receipt of the withdrawal fee
- In the case of exceptional circumstances an application may be made to waive the withdrawal fee. Your application must be in writing with supporting documentation to Student Administration - attention to the CEO and if approved; will be paid within four weeks of our receipt of your claim
- If you have requested FEE-HELP assistance, you must cancel your request for FEE-HELP assistance in writing on or before census date or you will incur a debt to the ATO
- Tuition fees are non-refundable after the census date, Withdrawal or deferment does not warrant a refund or re-credit of FEE-HELP debt except in exceptional circumstances. Written application for consideration of deferment or withdrawal and refund or re-credit of FEE-HELP debt due to exceptional circumstances with supporting documentation is to be lodged with Student Administration - attention to the CEO and if approved; will be paid within four weeks of our receipt of your claim
- No refund or re-credit of FEE-HELP debt will be granted to a student whose enrolment is terminated for failure to comply with Whitehouse policies including, but not necessarily limited to: withdrawal without notice, unacceptable conduct and unsatisfactory progress
- If the course does not start on the notified starting date, or if the course ceases to be provided before it is completed, or if the course is not provided in full (known as 'provider default'), refunds will be paid within 14 days of the provider default. The Whitehouse Institute may arrange for another course, or part of a course, to be provided to students at no extra cost to the student as an alternative to refunding course fees. Where the student agrees to this arrangement, the Whitehouse Institute will not be liable to refund the money owed for the original enrolment
This policy does not remove your right to take further action under the consumer protection laws of Australia or to pursue other legal remedies.
EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES:
A written request for withdrawal due to exceptional circumstances may be accepted as grounds for a total or partial refund or re-credit of FEE-HELP debt. This is subject to the submission of application for refund or re-credit of FEE-HELP debt and provision of acceptable documentary evidence in support of their claim. Exceptional circumstances may include:
- Death of the student or close family member (parent, guardian, sibling, spouse, child)
- Partial or total incapacitation
- Medical or personal circumstances
- Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) refusing to grant a student visa for study in Australia
Whitehouse Institute will consider whether to accept the claim provided it is satisfied that the exceptional circumstances applied to the student:
- were beyond their control
- did not make their full impact until on or after the census date: and
- were such they made it impractical for the student to complete the course or unit(s) of study requirements.
Financial Support
Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with the New South Wales Department of Education and Training (DET) and Victorian Registration & Qualifications Authority (VRQA) and as such Youth Allowance or Austudy or other financial support options are available for eligible Australian citizens attending the Whitehouse. Further information www.centrelink.gov.au
Tuition Assurance
Whitehouse has met the tuition assurance requirements of the Higher Education Support Act (HESA) as a member of the Australian Council for Private Education and Training (ACPET). Whitehouse is compliant with the Australian Student Tuition Assurance Scheme (ASTAS). For further information contact Whitehouse.
Art and Technical Kit
Whitehouse Institute will provide you with a detailed list of basic art materials and technical items. The kits vary according to course requirements and, although not compulsory, they are the starter kits for your design studies. Students may make their own arrangements for supplies and can be assembled by you or purchased from Whitehouse prior to commencement. Since costs of materials and supplies vary according to the program you study and individual projects, you will need to make provisions for special items. Specialised Studio Workshops require additional materials and supplies and the costs are determined by your choice of material and items.
Incidental fees
| Withdrawal Fee 1 withdrawal after enrolment 28 days or more before course commencement(Domestic students only) | $1086.50 |
| Withdrawal Fee 2 withdrawal/deferment after enrolment within 28 days of semester commencement and on or before the census date(Domestic students only) | $2173.00 |
| Application for Recognition of Prior Learning per unit | $100.00 |
| Late Enrolment fee | $200.00 |
| Late payment penalty per day (tuition fees) | $20.00 |
| Dishonoured Payment | $50.00 |
| Re-issue of Testamur | $50.00 |
| Re-issue of an Academic Transcript | $30.00 |
| Locker Hire (Sydney campus only) | $50.00 |
| Re-issue Student Card | $30.00 |
| Overdue Library Book Fee ($1 per day for first 7 days, $10 per day thereafter) | $1.00 / $10.00 |
| Lost Book Fee - minimum* $50 or replacement cost (whichever is higher) | $50.00* |
| Readers | $15.00 - 20.00 |
Privacy Statement
The information supplied is required by Whitehouse to manage your application, potential enrolment and to inform you of relevant news and events. The information supplied will be held by Student Administration. Please note that failure to supply any part of the information may result in Whitehouse not being able to properly assess your application. You may also not receive relevant information and correspondence important to your application and/or studies. Supply of misleading, incomplete or false information may result in the cancellation of your application or subsequent enrolment. Whitehouse reserves the right to verify academic qualifications as supplied by you in your Application for Enrolment to the Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia. No personal information will be given to a third party without your consent, except where required by law.
On occasion, and as required by law Whitehouse Institute may be required to disclose the personal information of students, staff and clients to outside organisations, providing such organisations are aware of our published Privacy Policy and agree to comply. This includes accounting auditors and lawyers, Governement and regulatory authorities such as DIAC (Department of Immigration and Citizenship); DEEWR (Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations); VETAB (Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board); ATO (Australian Taxation Office).
Further Policies & Procedures
Please refer to the student handbook or the Whitehouse Institute for further information on Policies and Procedures governing the Whitehouse Institute.
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