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Griffith College 2021-2022 Admissions: Deadlines, Application Process, & Entry Requirements

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Griffith College provides pathway courses to the first-year students enrolled in bachelor and master's degrees at Griffith University. The college offers programs at four levels i.e. the Foundation Program, a range of Diplomas, the Associate Degree in Commerce and Business, and the Masters Qualifying Program. With an acceptance rate of 50% the college is relatively selective and has a total enrollment of 2,000+ international students. Aspirants seeking higher education in Australia can apply to Griffith College online through Studylink Connect or an admission agent along with paying an application fee of 50 AUD.

The college follows a trimester based calendar and applications are now open for only third-semester academic sessions till September 30. Candidates from India need to have 50 percentage from CBSE, CISCE, and all other boards in four subjects along with a bachelor degree from a recognized university with a minimum GPA of 3.5. English language proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition, Cambridge Linguaskill, and Duolingo English Test are accepted by Griffith College. The tuition fee of the programs is around 20,000 AUD to 57,000 AUD.

Highlights

Application Portal	Studylink application portal
Application Fee	50 AUD
Acceptance Rate	50%
Mode of Payment	Visa and MasterCard credit, debit and prepaid cards, Telegraphic Transfer/Direct Deposit
Intake Sessions	Trimester
Financial Aid	Available in the form of scholarships

Griffith College Admission Deadlines

The college accepts applications for trimesters. International students willing to study in Australia are advised to apply before the deadlines. Also, some specific programs have different application closing dates. It is recommended to apply a few months in advance before the deadlines of Australian Universities to provide enough time for visa applications to be processed and for you to arrive in time for Orientation. Students must check and apply accordingly to these programs. The general application deadlines are:

Intakes	Deadlines
Trimester 1	January 31
Trimester 2	June 3
Trimester 3	September 30

Griffith College International Admissions

Griffith College accepts academic and English language scores from International willing to study in Australia students on a country-specific basis. Students can apply directly through an online application to Griffith College or can also seek assistance through one of the registered recruitment agents or providers of the college in their home country. Students will get an offer letter after submitting their applications. Make careful to satisfy all of the requirements stated in the letter, including paying the tuition deposit, signing the acceptance form, and returning it through email using the Studylink account. This will ensure the candidate's seat reservation. Griffith College will send the candidate emails concerning enrolling and orientation after that.

Application Portal: Studylink Application Portal

Application fee: USD 50

Application Requirements: Indian students are required to submit the following documents while applying to Griffith College admissions:

Foundation to Diploma Certificate (All India Senior Secondary School Certificate with a 40% average in 4 academic subjects)
Foundation to Bachelor Certificate (All India Senior Secondary School Certificate Average of 50%)
Diploma / Associate Degree Certificate (All India Senior Secondary School Certificate Average of 50%)
Masters Qualifying Program Certificate (a three-year post-secondary qualification OR

A Bachelor degree from a recognized university with a minimum GPA of 3.5

Certified copy of English test results
LOR to study in Australia
Portfolio of work, or audition (program specific)
Statement of purpose for Australia

In case of any queries or questions, students can write to griffithcollege@navitas.com

OR call at: +61 7 3735 6900

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International students applying to courses at Griffith College are required to provide a suitable level of English language proficiency before being admitted into a program. Aspirants who do not fulfil the English language prerequisites can enrol in an intensive English course at Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) before starting the Griffith College program. Also, there are some program-specific test scores. However, the minimum scores for these programs are given below:

Program	IELTS	TOEFL	Pearson's Test of English (Academic)	Cambridge English Scale
Foundation Courses	5.5	525	42	162 (with no score below 154)
ALL Diploma Courses( with the exception of Diploma of Health Care)	5.5	525	42	162 (with no score below 154
Associate Degree in Commerce and Business	5.5	525	42	162 (with no score below 154
Masters Qualifying Program	6.0	550	50	A minimum grade of C

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Visa Process for International Students

International students who have fulfilled all necessary admission requirements will receive a Letter of Offer from the college. They must accept the Letter of Offer by completing and signing the Acceptance of Offer Form provided in their Letter of Offer. Upon submitting the completed Letter of the offer, an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) will be issued by the college. This document will be required while applying for a student visa for Australia that can be obtained from an Australian Embassy, Consulate or High Commission in the home country of the student.

The following documents must be provided by the student while applying for a student visa:

Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) ...
Valid Passport
Scores of exams required to study in Australia
Health Checkup and Insurance
Proof of Funds
Penal Clearance
Certified Copies of Academic Transcripts and Passport
4 Passport Size Photographs

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Griffith College Country Specific Requirements

For academic credentials given in some countries, there are country-specific documents required. Students must submit their educational certifications in accordance with the country's particular instructions. Please note that the country-specific requirement only applies to particular educational papers, such as a transcript of records. In such instances, follow the standard guidelines for submitting the other documents is essential.

Country	Requirements
India	50% from CBSE, CISCE, and all other boards in 4 subjects
Afghanistan	Completion of Afghanistan Baccalauria
Sri Lanka	General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level with a pass in 3 academic subjects
Nepal	45% in the final year of Nepalese Proficiency Certificate or grade average of 40% in Nepalese Higher Secondary Certificate
Bangladesh	A grade average of 2.0 in the final year of Higher Secondary Certificate

With a history of more than 20 years, GC has been a partner of Griffith University and has led hundreds of alumni successfully moved to the next stage of their higher education. The institution promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion at all levels, and there is a strong international student network. GC pathway course is an excellent method to prepare for university studies in Australia. Teachers at Griffith College give considerably greater personal attention to students, assisting them in overcoming problems as they occur. The college is designed to provide students with more than simply academic achievement, emphasising the significance of personal fulfilment as well. Students have the confidence to take on whatever comes their way thanks to a diverse selection of social and athletic groups, activities, and specifically created support services.

FAQs

The common international admission related FAQs are given here:

Ques. What are English language requirements tests and are these tests necessary?

Ans. The students whose primary or first language is not English are required to provide English proficiency test scores. It is necessary for all international students to submit an accredited English exam result with their application for Griffith College Admissions.

Ques. What is a trimester system? What is the duration of one trimester?

Ans. Earlier the two compulsory semesters include 13 weeks of teaching. Trimesters replaced the existing semesters and each trimester now include a 12 week teaching period. Trimesters will be referred to as Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3.

Ques. When should I apply online for a booking room on campus?

Ans. Room booking applications should be submitted via the online form at least 15 working days in advance of your function/event.

Ques. How much amount must be paid while booking a room?

Ans. Room hire fees must be paid at least 10 working days in advance of the event. Cancellations of the room will need to be notified at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled booking date at which point the hire fee will be refunded, less the $50 administration fee.

Ques. What does the deposit in Offer Letter comprise?

Ans. The total deposit in the Letter of Offer includes Visa length Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), First trimester of tuition fees, and Griffith University deposit (if in the letter).

Ques. How can I apply for on-campus accommodations?

Ans. Students can apply by making an account on the Accommodation Portal and submitting the New Student Application form. The payment of 55 AUD can be done by GriffithPay.

The on-campus accommodation is in high demand. It is advisable to apply by December for Trimester 1 for the following year and by April for Trimester 2.

Ques. What is the cost of studying in Australia?

Ans. The cost of studying in Australia depends upon the lifestyle and requirements of a student. However, an estimate of 21,041 AUD is the requirement of the Australian Government per year to suffice their needs. This includes Tuition fees, Health insurance, English language courses, Flights, and cost of living.

Ques. What are the standard English Language Proficiency requirements?

Ans. The standard English Language Proficiency requirements for undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs are IELTS- 6.5, TOEFL 575, TOEFL IBT- 79, Pearson Test of English (Academic)- 58, ISLPR- 3+.

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