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The
international student program
The high-quality
education programs in NSW government schools are recognised worldwide.
The high quality education programs offered at Mosman High have attracted
students from all over the world.
Who is an international
student?
An international student
is someone who
- Is the principal holder of a student visa subclass 571P
- has e nrolment at Mosman High arranged by the International Students
Centre
- is a full fee paying student
International students
applying to enrol
The International Students
Centre (ISC) is responsible for the enrolment of international students
in NSW government schools.
For further information
about entry requirements, application procedures, welfare arrangements,
fees and payment contact:
International Students Centre
827 - 839 George Street,
Broadway NSW 2007
Tel: (+61) 1300 302 456
/ 9217 4801
Fax: 9212 6721
Web enquiries: www.internationalschool.edu
Email: isc@det.nsw.edu.au
Where
do international students come from?
Most of the international
students at Mosman High come from China. A few come from Germany,
Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Japan and Brazil.
Roles of staff
- The Principal conducts initial interviews with parents, guardian
and student
- The ESL staff coordinate and teach ESL classes and the English
Fundamental classes. Most international students require ESL support
and are initially placed in these classes.
- The Counsellor support students who may experience difficulties
from time to time.
- The International Students' Coordinator oversees the integration
and monitors the progress of the students.
Currently the International Students' Coordinator is Ms Scott.
She is found in the English Staffroom. Her extension number is 611
and voicemail is 701.
Role of
the International Students' Coordinator
The International Student's
Coordinator is appointed by the Principal to carry out the following
duties:
- conducts an orientation program for new students
- organises books and other ongoing learning requirements for the
students
- liaises with the International Students' Centre regarding student
compliance with visa regulations and accommodation and welfare arrangements
- monitors ongoing attendance of the students
- monitors academic progress of the students
- ensures visa requirements are adhered to by the students
- liaises with staff
- contacts parents and guardians when necessary
- checks and completes semester returns to ISC
- counsels the students regarding their welfare
- advises students on a range of issues which students face in a
new country
- organises social and cultural events such as Chinese New Year
lunch and outings
- assists with the accommodation arangements for students when need
arises
Requirements of an International
Student
International students must
fulfil all school requirements at all times. They must also meet some
external requirements.
Attendance Requirements
the Department of Immigration
and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) requires students to have a minimum
of 80% attendance for each term and semester of enrolment.
The school monitors attendance
every week. In any given term, a student must not be away for
more than 7 days. If an unforeseen circumstance or illness prevents
a student from regular attendance, then a Doctor's Certificate must
be brought to the school.
Visa
Regulations
There are a number of regulations
attached to a student visa, including:
- meet attendance requirements (explained above)
- meet course requirements
- students under 18 years must maintain their accommodation and
welfare arrangements as approved by DIMA or ISC. Students
must request approval to change these arrangements.
- students must notify their school within 7 days of any changes
to their address or contact details
- students must not defer or suspend their studies unless there
are exceptional circumstance such as serious illness or bereavement.
Students must obtain the principal's approval.
- students must not change their education provider for the first
12 months of study
- students with a work permit must not work more than 20 hours per
week during school term (it is strongly recommended that school
students do not work more than 10 hours)
Board of Studies Requirements
It is expected that students
complete all class, homework and assessment tasks. Any Year 10, 11
and 12 students who fail to complete tasks to a satisfactory standard
will be notified about their failure to complete Board of Studies
requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I have early leave?
- Early leave is only granted by the Principal after she reviews
each student's attendance record. A letter must be written by the
guardian and given to the International Students Coordinator. Students
must not purchase air tickets before approval is given. Students
need to be aware that days away on early leave will be counted as
days off school when a percentage of attendance is calculated for
renewal of visas.
- Can the school write me a release letter?
- No, this is undertaken only by the International Student's Centre.
Students will need to phone the ISC and ask for an appointment first
before going in. It is a visa requirement that students must stay
with the same provider (NSW government schools) for at least 12
months before you can change schools.
- Can I have a work visa?
- Yes, students need to organise a work visa with the International
Student's Centre and DIMIA. The International Students' Coordinator
can assist students if they have trouble logging on the net or need
some assistance.
- How many days can I be away?
- A student must be at school regularly. To be away often will affect
the learning of the student. Students must attend at least 85% of
the time. This means that students must be at school for most of
the time unless they are sick. If attendance drops below 80% then
the International Students Centre (ISC) is notified. The ISC
is required to report to DIMA all students who do not comply with
their visa requirements.
- I am over 18, why do I need a guardian?
- All students attending schools have at least one contact person.
We expect international students to provide us with a contact person
even if you are over 18, in case there is an emergency. Students
under 18 must stay in a homestay or with an approved guardian.
- Can I change my subjects?
- Yes, but only after negotiation with the Principal. It is best
to choose wisely at enrolment to avoid changing subjects. Students
must choose subjects according to their strengths and interests.
- What happens if I miss an assessment?
- If you happen to be sick on the day of the assessment, ring the
school on 8968 7602 (after hours) and 9968 1006 (between 8.30am
and 3.30pm) and ask to be connected to the Head Teacher of the subject
that you will miss or leave a message on the voice mail. Explain
to the head teacher why you cannot do the assessment task. He or
she will tell you what to do next. You are expected to see the Head
Teacher and provide a Doctor's Certificate as soon as you return
to school.
Thoughts
of a Year 12 International Student
As an international student
from China, I feel so lucky to go to Mosman High School. It is my
first and the only secondary school in Australia; however I never
feel regret that I did not have the chance to experience the other
ones. This school let me understand how much school affects my life.
I have been here for a year and a half. Being apart from my family
is really hard for me. I still remember the first day at Mosman High.
I was so scared and shy. I was afraid of talking to other people even
though I knew I needed friends. Fortunately, the kind principal and
those warm-hearted teachers helped me to get over this
uncomfortable feeling. They care about me, encourage me when I am
upset and also correct me when I step the wrong way. Thank you so
much to all the teachers. It is they that helped me to know more about
the world, it is they that helped me to believe in myself. At this
moment when it is time to choose our futures, they are trying their
best to support us. I know I am leaving this school soon, but I believe
wherever I go I will still remember I used to be a student at Mosman
High and will be
always proud of it.
Ranea
CRICOS provider name:
NSW Department of Education and Training - Schools
CRICOS provider code:
00588M
Link to school newsletter: High Flyer
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