Welcome 

JMC Academy welcomes students from over 30 representative nations around the world. International students bring global perspective and unique experience to both lecturers and local students alike. They truly provide an invaluable academic and social contribution to JMC Academy life!

We encourage international students to become an integral part of JMC Academy and, as such, encourage them to be involved in all aspects of JMC Academy student life. After reading the international student information below, we also encourage you to download our international brochure here and to read more about our courses, accommodation and campus location information.

Let us know if you need further information not covered in these sections and we will be more than happy to help.
 

Entry requirements for international students

International applicants must evidence the following:

• An IELTS score of 6.0, with no single band score below 5.5, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of senior high school. Official transcripts must be submitted, with an English translation, for evaluation by the JMC Academy’s International Services Division.
• Purchase of adequate overseas student health insurance. JMC Academy can arrange this for you and is paid for at the time of initial course fee payment.
• Applicants for 3D Animation and Game Design courses are required to submit a portfolio of work.
• Contemporary Music Performance applicants are required to sit for an audition. See further details below under Auditions.
• All students must attend an interview, either in person (if in Australia) or by telephone or Skype link if overseas

Additional:

• All applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the application/assessment process well in advance of class start dates to allow adequate time for processing of documentation.
• Applicants under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian sign all admission agreements and a financial responsibility statement.
   

Meeting English Language Requirements

The JMC Academy recognises IELTS, TOEFL and Pearson English Test scores taken within two years prior to commencement of studies. For a list of scores please download our English Language Requirements document below.

The JMC Academy recognises various Australian ELICOS providers’ Academic English courses. Applicants who have successfully completed one of JMC Academy’s Direct Entry Pathway Partner’s English for Academic Purposes (or equivalent) courses to the required standard will be considered eligible without having to take an official language test. Other Australian pre-academic courses will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please refer to our English Language Requirements document for a list of Direct Entry Pathway Partners.

SCHOOL-AGED DEPENDANTS

Any school-aged dependants accompanying students to Australia may be required to pay full fees if they are enrolled in either a government or non-government school.

Further information on welfare and accommodation arrangements for overseas students under the age of 18 can be downloaded here.

Student Visas

Whilst JMC Academy staff are able to provide limited guidance regarding student visa information, we strongly suggest all international applicants contact the Department of Immigration and Citizenship prior to enrolment for visa eligibility requirements.

For information regarding visa eligibility and general visa procedures, please visit the following websites prior to application for enrolment:

Department of Immigration and Citizenship Click Here

Auditions

Popular Music and Performance applicants must undertake an audition. The audition requires students to perform two contrasting pieces of music of their own choice. The two pieces should not exceed ten minutes. For applicants living overseas or interstate audition videos may be submitted. Applicants should face the camera and be accompanied by a backing track or accompanist. Videos can be submitted by disc, online video sharing site (eg. youtube.com) or FTP link.

Recognition of Prior Learning

• Students may be given recognition of prior learning (RPL) or recognition of skills gained in similar courses.
• If you believe that you should be granted RPL for any module of your course, please advise the Academy at the time of your interview. 
• The Academy requires all academic transcripts from the student’s previous institution as well as a course breakdown of all previous studies. 
• Fees may apply for RPL assessment.

You may download an application form for RPL below.

ESOS Framework - Education Services for Overseas Students

The Australian Government wants overseas students in Australia to have a safe, enjoyable and rewarding place to study. Australia’s laws promote quality education and consumer protection for overseas students. These laws are known as the ESOS framework and they include the Education Services for Overseas (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code.

Please click on the link below to see how your rights as an overseas student studying in Australia are protected.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DOCUMENTS

Working in Australia

Many JMC Academy students work to support their studies or to supplement income from home. The Australian government allows international students to be employed for up to 20 hours per week subject to obtaining a work permit. For further information about Working In Australia Click Here