Australian Students
This page contains information for students who are Australian citizens. If you are not an Australian citizen please refer to the web page for International students
The PDF available below provides Australian students with information about the course, assessments, prior learning requirements and facilities.
To apply for the Full Time course Australian applicants must do the following:
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Download an application form from the web or contact the Academy to get one sent to you
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Submit completed application form by mail with a letter requesting an assessment (assessments take approximately one hour. Some assessments may proceed over the phone.
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The College will contact the applicant with date and time of their appointment
AUSTUDY/ ABSTUDY
To be confirmed
ACCOMMODATION
The Ace Tennis Academy can assist students with help in finding accommodation and understanding lease and tenancy conditions. Temporary accommodation can be arranged before you leave home allowing you time on arrival to consider where and how you would like to be accommodated in the longer term. Student noticeboards and newspapers often advertise rooms, apartments and houses for rent.
Homestay A$180 - A$260 a week
Gain access to the Australian lifestyle in a natural and friendly way through Homestay. This is popular with younger students and those studying short-term English courses. Meals are usually included in the cost. Single or shared rooms may be offered and the cost will vary accordingly. Self-catering Homestay is sometimes available cheaply.
Hostels and guesthouses A$80 - A$135 a week
Hostels are usually run by organisations such as Youth Hostels Australia and the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA). Students share kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Share accommodation A$50 - A$160 a week
Rental accommodation A$70 - A$350 a week
Students often share with fellow students. They advertise on notice boards and in newspapers. Students may have to provide their own furniture. When renting a house, apartment or bed sitter, landlords require rent to be paid in advance and will require a security bond equal to one month's rent.
Overseas, interstate and country NSW students must make their own accommodation arrangements. The Academy can supply a list of residential colleges, hostels, hotels and shared accommodation. There is a high demand for accommodation on the Gold Coast , particularly among students at the beginning of the college year. Students are advised to allow 3 to 6 weeks to find suitable accommodation. Students are required to provide the Academy with an accurate home address and contact number and are required to advise the Academy of any changes
