If you have a specific question about a course, or about applying to study at the Menzies Institute of Technology, please browse our frequently asked questions (FAQ) or use the web form below to submit an enquiry to our office.
FAQs
Domestic FAQs
Domestic FAQs:
Q. What is RPL and CT?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course. If you wish to apply for RPL for this course, please indicate on the Application Form or contact us for more details on how to apply. If you have completed any of the units of Competency at another RTO, TAFE or University, these units will be recognised for credit transfer if they are identical to the units of competency being offered within the relevant Menzies course structure.
Q. When do the courses start?
Please check the courses information for details on the starting dates.
Q. How many contact hours per week are required?
Depending on the course you wish to study, the study load will vary. Furthermore, if you need training at your workplace, then the study load will vary depending on your arrangements with the employer. We can discuss your needs and tailor a training plan and study load that is suitable for you. Please contact us for more details. If you are studying full time at Menzies, there are 20 contact hours per week for all courses.
Q. When do I get my timetable?
Your timetable will be given to you at your Orientation Date as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q. What do I need to bring on my Orientation Day?
Please bring along all documents as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q. Where is the Main Office and Menzies Campuses?
Please see the Locations section.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course. If you wish to apply for RPL for this course, please indicate on the Application Form or contact us for more details on how to apply. If you have completed any of the units of Competency at another RTO, TAFE or University, these units will be recognised for credit transfer if they are identical to the units of competency being offered within the relevant Menzies course structure.
Q. When do the courses start?
Please check the courses information for details on the starting dates.
Q. How many contact hours per week are required?
Depending on the course you wish to study, the study load will vary. Furthermore, if you need training at your workplace, then the study load will vary depending on your arrangements with the employer. We can discuss your needs and tailor a training plan and study load that is suitable for you. Please contact us for more details. If you are studying full time at Menzies, there are 20 contact hours per week for all courses.
Q. When do I get my timetable?
Your timetable will be given to you at your Orientation Date as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q. What do I need to bring on my Orientation Day?
Please bring along all documents as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q. Where is the Main Office and Menzies Campuses?
Please see the Locations section.
International FAQs
International FAQs:
Q: How do I get a Student Visa?
You should refer to the the Department of Home Affairs website (https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/) for further information on how to get a student visa.
Q: Can I work in Australia on a student visa?
Yes. Students can work a maximum of twenty hours per week during their course and unlimited hours during official course holidays. Please refer tohttps://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ for more information.
Q: Can I pay my tuition fees in instalments?
Menzies offers all students a number of payment options depending on their chosen course. Please refer to the Fees Information section of each course.
Q: How much deposit is needed to obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for an application submitted onshore or offshore?
Minimum deposit for each course can be found here.
Q: What is the refund policy if I choose not to study or my visa application is refused?
Please refer to the Refund Policy.
Q: Can I study at Menzies if I am under 18?
You will need to be 18 or over as of course start date as stated on the Letter of Offer. You can still make an application to study at Menzies but you will need to meet the age requirements on your course starting date. Please contact Menzies if you need more information.
Q: If I cannot arrive on the start date, what should I do?
You should notify the Menzies immediately and complete the Deferral Form. We will make amendments to your enrolment and notify the Department of Home Affairs. If you do not contact Menzies, we will assume that you are not enrolling and cancel your Certificate of Enrolment (CoE). This will lead to your student visa being subject to cancellation.
Q: What support services are available at Menzies while I am studying?
For a full list of student support services that are available for Menzies students, please review the Student Support Services section.
Q: What is the course attendance requirement at Menzies?
Attendance is very important to your studies. This is so that you can maximise your learning outcomes and for the teachers to help you with your studies and career. Please Check with Menzies Institute about your attendance requirement prior to course commencement. Failure to maintain satisfactory attendance may result in the cancellation of your visa.
Q: How can I find out about my course timetable?
Your timetable will be given to you at your Orientation Date as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q: Do I need Overseas Student Health Cover?
Yes. It is a student visa requirement that you have OSHC for the entire duration of your studies in Australia. Menzies can organise OSHC on your behalf as indicated on the Letter of Offer. You should also check the latest student visa requirements for the duration of OSHC. Please refer to https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/
Q: Can I defer the start of my course?
If you have valid reasons that you need to defer the start of your course, please contact Menzies and you will need to complete a Deferral Form.
Q: Where is the Main Office and Menzies Campuses?
Please see the Locations section.
Q: What do I need to bring on my Orientation Day?
Please bring along all documents as stated in your Letter of Offer such as your passport, visa copy, and previous academic transcripts. For further information relating to any of the above questions, or others you may have, please contact Menzies. For further information about living, studying and working in Melbourne, Australia, please download the Menzies International Student Handbook.
You should refer to the the Department of Home Affairs website (https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/) for further information on how to get a student visa.
Q: Can I work in Australia on a student visa?
Yes. Students can work a maximum of twenty hours per week during their course and unlimited hours during official course holidays. Please refer tohttps://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ for more information.
Q: Can I pay my tuition fees in instalments?
Menzies offers all students a number of payment options depending on their chosen course. Please refer to the Fees Information section of each course.
Q: How much deposit is needed to obtain a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for an application submitted onshore or offshore?
Minimum deposit for each course can be found here.
Q: What is the refund policy if I choose not to study or my visa application is refused?
Please refer to the Refund Policy.
Q: Can I study at Menzies if I am under 18?
You will need to be 18 or over as of course start date as stated on the Letter of Offer. You can still make an application to study at Menzies but you will need to meet the age requirements on your course starting date. Please contact Menzies if you need more information.
Q: If I cannot arrive on the start date, what should I do?
You should notify the Menzies immediately and complete the Deferral Form. We will make amendments to your enrolment and notify the Department of Home Affairs. If you do not contact Menzies, we will assume that you are not enrolling and cancel your Certificate of Enrolment (CoE). This will lead to your student visa being subject to cancellation.
Q: What support services are available at Menzies while I am studying?
For a full list of student support services that are available for Menzies students, please review the Student Support Services section.
Q: What is the course attendance requirement at Menzies?
Attendance is very important to your studies. This is so that you can maximise your learning outcomes and for the teachers to help you with your studies and career. Please Check with Menzies Institute about your attendance requirement prior to course commencement. Failure to maintain satisfactory attendance may result in the cancellation of your visa.
Q: How can I find out about my course timetable?
Your timetable will be given to you at your Orientation Date as stated in your Letter of Offer.
Q: Do I need Overseas Student Health Cover?
Yes. It is a student visa requirement that you have OSHC for the entire duration of your studies in Australia. Menzies can organise OSHC on your behalf as indicated on the Letter of Offer. You should also check the latest student visa requirements for the duration of OSHC. Please refer to https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/
Q: Can I defer the start of my course?
If you have valid reasons that you need to defer the start of your course, please contact Menzies and you will need to complete a Deferral Form.
Q: Where is the Main Office and Menzies Campuses?
Please see the Locations section.
Q: What do I need to bring on my Orientation Day?
Please bring along all documents as stated in your Letter of Offer such as your passport, visa copy, and previous academic transcripts. For further information relating to any of the above questions, or others you may have, please contact Menzies. For further information about living, studying and working in Melbourne, Australia, please download the Menzies International Student Handbook.
ENQUIRY FORM
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Address: 355 Spencer Street Melbourne 3003 VIC Australia
Phone: (03) 9329 2488
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E-Mail: info@menzies.vic.edu.au
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