For complete Information on all the fees and charges at CHC, please refer to the Fees & Charges Document on the Documents and Forms Page.

Tuition Fees

Overseas students Tuition fees for Overseas students at Christian Heritage College are calculated in accordance with guidelines set by the Australian Government, which indicate minimum indicative fees for Overseas students. Overseas students should be aware that their Tuition fees are subject to annual increase as these minimum indicative fees are reviewed annually, and that the revised annual fee will apply to all Overseas students.

In 2010, Tuition fees for Overseas students at CHC are calculated at the rate of $AUD135.00 per credit point ($AUD1350.00 per 10 credit point unit).

Full-Time Study Load

Overseas students are generally required to maintain their enrolment in a full-time, on campus course. A standard annual full-time study load for CHC courses is:

Course	Standard Annual Full-time Study Load
Undergraduate Preservice Bachelor of Education courses	100 credit points (10 units) [50 credit points (5 units) per semester]
Graduate Entry Preservice Bachelor of Education courses	100 credit points (10 units) [50 credit points (5 units) per semester]
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education courses	100 credit points (10 units) [50 credit points (5 units) per semester]
All other courses	80 credit points (8 units) [40 credit points (4 units) per semester]

Units in excess of standard full-time study loads are charged at $AUD130.00 per credit point ($AUD1300 per 10 credit point unit).

Summary of Courses and Tuition Fees

The CHC courses which are available to Overseas students in 2009, and the tuition fees which apply to them, are listed in the table below. It should be noted that the Total Tuition Fee indicated for each course is based on 2009 figures, and that this amount is indexed each year in accordance with Australian Government guidelines.

Please refer to the tuition fees table for information

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

The Australian government requires Overseas students and their dependants to obtain health insurance for the duration of their visas. OSHC provides cover for medical and hospital care costs which Overseas students may need while in Australia. This cover commences from the time students arrive in Australia.

CHC's preferred OSHC provider is Medibank Private, and CHC can accept payment of OSHC premiums on their behalf. However, students are able to obtain health insurance from any other government-approved OSHC provider by dealing with them directly. Other such providers include OSHC Worldcare http://www.oshcworldcare.com.au, British United Provident Association (BUPA) Ltd http://www.overseasstudenthealth.com, and Australian Health Management (AHM) http://www.ahm.com.au. Please note that CHC has no relationship with any other government-approved OSHC providers and can accept OSHC payments from students for Medibank Private only.

In 2010, the annual cost of OSHC is $AUD388.80 for a single student, and $AUD777.60 for family cover. The Application for Admission – Overseas Students form provides opportunity for you to indicate the number of years for which you wish to pay your OSHC premium upfront: you may choose to pay for one, two or three years, or for the length of your course (students who pay for multiple-year policies upfront receive a discount). Your choice will be reflected in the amount indicated on your Written Agreement as being required for upfront payment. CHC will arrange OSHC for this length of cover directly with its preferred OSHC provider. If the length of cover paid upfront is any period less than the length of your course, you are to renew your OSHC for the remaining period of your visa directly with the OSHC provider.

Full details of prices and options (including discounts for multiple-year policies), and information about the services covered by Medibank Private OSHC, are available on the Medibank Private website http://www.medibank.com.au/Overseas-Students/About-OSHC/Why-do-I-need-OSHC.aspx.

Please note that you are required to have obtained Overseas Student Health Cover for your visa application. If you choose to have CHC arrange your OSHC through its preferred OSHC provider, this will be indicated on your Confirmation of Enrolment and will be sufficient for your visa application. However, should you choose to obtain OSHC from another provider, you will be required to supply separate evidence of having obtained OSHC for your visa application.

A list of medical centres, hospitals and pharmacies which are located in the suburbs surrounding CHC is provided to Overseas students as part of their Orientation materials.

Refunds for Overseas Students Policy

The Refunds for Overseas Students policy sets out the conditions under which Overseas students may be eligible for a refund of Tuition fees, and the process which is to be followed when applying for a refund.

The Refunds for Overseas Students policy is available here.

Accommodation

Accommodation options for Overseas students vary according to a number of factors; for example, whether they are travelling to Australia alone or with members of their family. The options include houses or units in the suburbs surrounding CHC which are available to rent through commercial rental agencies, off campus units which offer shared accommodation for individuals, off campus boarding arrangements with families, and on campus dormitory-style rooms.

For further information regarding accommodation, please contact the CHC Reception or see the Student Accommodation Handbook.

Family (Dependants) and School-age Children

If you intend to bring family members with you to Australia, you should first confirm that your student visa allows for this. You should be aware that, while you are in Australia, you are responsible for supporting your dependants. A student bringing a spouse and/or children to Australia will need to have enough money to support them before the Australian Government will issue a visa. This includes providing Overseas Student Health Care (OSHC) and paying childcare and/ or education tuition fees for school-age dependants (ages 5-18).

Childcare costs in Australia are very high, and you should contact childcare centres directly for information regarding fees and availability before you arrive. Visa conditions require dependant school-aged children to attend school full-time. For information regarding tuition fees and other requirements for enrolling children in Queensland government schools, you should contact the Queensland Department of Education, Training and the Arts http://www.education.qld.gov.au. Alternatively, if you are interested in enrolling children in the independent school sector, please visit the websites of Christian Schools Australia http://www.csa.edu.au/schools.php and the Association of Independent Schools Queensland http://www.aisq.qld.edu.au for information regarding Christian and other independent schools in the Brisbane region. Further information regarding visa requirements for dependants and children is available on the DIAC website http://www.immi.gov.au.

Living Costs

	Approximate monthly minimum living costs ($AUD):
Accommodation	$1600
Food (self-catered; per person)	$500
Public Transport	$150
Clothing	$200
Entertainment	$200
Total monthly minimum cost	$2650 + (depending upon number of people)

You should allow for a 4-5% increase in living expenses each year.

Scholarships

CHC does not offer any scholarships for Overseas students. However, applicants from certain countries may be eligible for Australian Government scholarships. For information, you should contact the nearest Australian diplomatic mission.

Travel Concessions

State government travel concessions are not available to Overseas students at CHC.

Goods & Services Tax

Generally, tuition fees and course materials are GST free. However, GST is payable on textbooks and other materials sold by CHC.