The University of Newcastle College of International Education

Value

The bursary is equivalent to 10% of the tuition fee for up to 8 units of study within one program only with a Navitas member institution. The bursary does not apply to additional units or repeat units that may also be undertaken and excludes mixed English options.

Eligibility

Family bursary applies where two or more students from the same family study at a Navitas institution.

The first family member can be studying at a Navitas institution at the same time as the other family members or may have studied at any Navitas institution previously.

The family bursary is granted to the second and subsequent family members who study at a Navitas institution.

Not have previously received a Navitas scholarship or bursary, or had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn.

For the purpose of this bursary, a family member is defined as a husband, wife, brother, sister, mother, father, son, daughter or stepchild.

Conditions

Successful recipients will not receive any money from the Navitas member institution. The value of the bursary will be recorded on the student's account each semester of study. The bursary does not apply to additional units or repeat units that may also be undertaken.

Navitas bursary is not applicable to English language program or any component of any English language program offered by Navitas member institutions.

Navitas member institutions

The Navitas bursary applies to students studying at BCUIC, Curtin College, Curtin Singapore, CRIC, Deakin College, EIBT, EIC, Eynesbury, FIC, Griffith College, HIC, ICM, ICP, ICRGU, ICWS, La Trobe Melbourne, La Trobe University Sydney Campus, LBIC, NIC, PUIC, PIBT, SAIBT, SIBT, Navitas at FAU, Navitas at UMass Boston, Navitas at UMass Dartmouth, Navitas at UMass Lowell, Navitas at UNH, UC College, UCIC, UNIC, Western Sydney University International College, and Western Sydney University – Sydney City Campus.

If you are arriving to study in Australia on a student visa, you will already have permission to work automatically included with your visa. You will be able to work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight when your course is in session, and unlimited hours when your course is not in session. The income earned from part-time work is not adequate to cover study and living costs. For further information on working in Australia, visit DIAC's website at www.immi.gov.au/students and https://www.nic.nsw.edu.au/international-students#step3

The University of Newcastle offers a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual lifestyle and budget.

On-campus accommodation

On-campus accommodation at the University of Newcastle is available to NIC students. Living on campus provides students with a dedicated support network and the chance to live in a community where you can make lifelong friends from all around the world.

Off-campus accommodation

NIC’s preferred partner for off campus accommodation is Reece Realty Newcastle.

Reece Realty have a variety of student accommodation to suit all needs.

Student Share Houses – these homes generally range from 4 – 8 bedroom homes with shared kitchen, bathroom, laundry and living areas. Prices can range from $100 - $200 per week.

Purpose Built Houses – these homes can range from 5 bedrooms up to 12 bedrooms these are built specifically for student living, most rooms include ensuites and air conditioning. Prices range from $150 - $220 pw.

Studio Apartments and Granny Flats – these units are all self-contained with ensuites and kitchen facilities. Perfect for students that like their own space. Prices range from $200 - $250 pw.

All student accommodation includes utilities (electricity, gas and water) and Internet is provided as a complimentary service.

Houses are fully furnished, including beds, wardrobes and desks in each room. All kitchens are fully stocked with crockery, pots, pans and utensils. Already for our students to move straight in.

Reece Realty is an independently owned and operated real estate agency.

Reece Realty’s office is located in the heart of Jesmond shopping precinct with high exposure from Blue Gum Road (opposite Jesmond Fruit Barn) and Hirst Street (opposite Woolworths main entry) with plenty of free parking available. Only 1.5kms from the University of Newcastle Callaghan Campus.

Temporary Accommodation

If you have not decided where you would like to live, we recommend you arrange temporary accommodation before you first arrive. You can read about short-term accommodation options here and discover more information about living off campus here.

Homestay

As a member of a Homestay family you will experience Australian culture in the home. It is expected that as a Homestay student you will remain in Homestay for a minimum of four weeks. In that time, your Homestay family will welcome you into their home and help you adjust to life in Australia. Our Homestay families look forward to learning about your country and culture as they introduce you to Newcastle.

There is an administration fee charged for each Homestay placement. Students will receive an invoice during the first trimester of study. Students should pay the placement fee within a week of arriving in Newcastle. You can make the payment at the Cashier's Office, located at the University of Newcastle's Student Services Building on campus.

Homestay Accommodation Fee (2017)

$225 Administration Fee

$250.00 per week for all meals (3 per day)

$235.00 per week for 16 meals (no lunches Monday-Friday)

$10.00 extra per week for Internet access

Students will be required to pay 2 weeks' Homestay fee on arrival directly to the Homestay host. This is non-refundable and students should be prepared to stay at least 4 weeks in Homestay. After this time students may negotiate to stay longer or arrange alternative accommodation.