Alphacrucis University College has 4 main intakes per year, for both full-time and part-time higher education degree, diploma and VET students.

For exact details on term dates and academic calenders, please click here.

International Students 

• Completion of at least five (5) years of secondary studies or a Certificate IV (or higher) in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States of America;
• Completion of one year of full time study of a secondary or tertiary qualification at AQF Diploma level or higher where the medium of study was English;
• Completion of an approved English language proficiency test within two (2) years from the time of commencement at AC.

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Academic only
• PTE (Pearson Test of English)
• Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – TOEFL iBT tests that were completed between 26 July 2023 and 4 May 2024 will not be accepted as proof of English language proficiency evidence for international students. 
• CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)

If you require a valid student visa to study in Australia, you can apply here. 

If you don’t require a student visa to study in Australia, because you plan to study fully online from offshore, or are already on another visa with no study restrictions, please use our main application. 

If you are an educational agent submitting applications on behalf of students, please use our agent portal. 

You can save your application and log back in to complete and submit it at any time. 

If you need assistance, please contact us. 

The International Student Office (ISO) is responsible for overseeing the Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) program at Alphacrucis University College (AC) and will assess your application. Agents can assist their clients in completing successful applications by referring to this application information. 

Information about the admission criteria requirements for entry into a course is available on each course page. 

A complete application is comprised of an online application with every question answered and the following documents (minimum) uploaded to the application: a certified (notarized) copy of your passport, evidence of your English language proficiency (such as a valid IELTS Test Report Form), and academic transcripts. Some courses require additional documentation, such as an interview or professional reference, and this will be requested on the online application form. 

Incomplete applications are those that do not provide responses to every question online or are missing the necessary supporting documents for Stage 1 in the International Student Application Process page. These applications will not be accepted as valid applications due to their incomplete nature. The ISO will request a Study Intention Statement if questions in the Genuine Student section has not been completed in full. Repeated failure to supply a complete application may result in the applicant being deemed non-genuine and the application being rejected. Failure to complete multiple applications may result in no new applications being accepted.

All supporting documents should be certified. A ‘certified copy’ is a copy of an original document that has been authorised (or notarized) as being a true copy of an original. A list of people who can Certify Documents can be found  here. 

The following documents must meet these restrictions to be considered current: 

• Passports: 6 months validity beyond the start date of the applicant’s course. (in compliance with Australian Immigration Law) 

• IELTS (or equivalent documents used as evidence of English Proficiency): no more than 2 years old. 

Documents must meet these requirements on the day they are received by the ISO. Please contact the ISO if you are unsure if your document is current: iso@ac.edu.au. 

Always complete your application in your own words. You should give clear, specific and personal information in your application. The information you provide in the Genuine Student section of the application form help us understand the reasons you have chosen to study in Australia and at AC, and demonstrate that you are a genuine student. Do not copy reasons for choosing to study from another person or from other sources (such as the internet).

A CoE is the document required to apply for – or extend – a student visa. You are encouraged to check over your personal and course details on your CoE before you apply for a Student Visa and advise the ISO immediately if you notice any errors in your details. 

Contact the International Student Office (ISO) immediately if you notice any errors in your details: iso@ac.edu.au or (02) 8893 9000. 

AC aims to respond to initial applications within 2 business days during non-peak periods. Applicants who submit complete applications, and who return signed offers and fees promptly can expect to receive a CoE within 2 business days from the time of confirmed receipt of funds. Incomplete applicants will result in a delay in issuing a CoE. 

Applications must be received a minimum of 15 business days before the start date or enrolment date of the first course in the applicant’s package. Applications received less than 15 days before the start date or enrolment date will not be considered for the intended start date and will be required to defer their studies to the next practicable start date. Application validity length will still apply. 

• You did not meet the entry requirements for your chosen course
• Some or all of your application did not appear to be your own words
• The application did not demonstrate a clear reason for studying the chosen course in Australia
• The application suggests you are not likely to complete your chosen course
• The application suggests you are not primarily coming to Australia for the purpose of study
• The application suggests your stay in Australia is not temporary

Plagiarism occurs when phrases and sentences are copied from other sources without credit. As applicants are required to supply their own personal reasons for choosing their course of study, information from other sources is not acceptable. Applications that contain identical answers for more than one applicant will be considered plagiarised. All applicants are given the same opportunity to submit genuine statements in the first instance, therefore applications found to be containing plagiarism will be deemed non-GTE. 

You will need to pay a non-refundable $200 enrolment fee when you first apply. Upon receiving your Offer Letter and Student Agreement, you will need to pay your first semester fees before receiving your CoE. Indicative fees can be found here. 

AC does not accept unsolicited scholarship applications or payment plans for initial tuition fee payments. All fees must be paid upfront and in full before studies can commence. It is recommended that you do not apply before you have access to the full fee payment. Applicants must also be confident they can continue to meet the fee payments each semester, as payment plans are not available at any time during a student’s course. 

The AC refund policy is available here. If you believe you are eligible for a refund, you will need to complete the online Refund Request Form. 

• The student has withdrawn from the course before its cancellation, or
• The student accepts, in writing, an alternate course arranged by AC.

Please ensure you have read this FAQ page thoroughly. If you still have further questions, please contact iso@ac.edu.au. We will attempt to respond to your query as soon as possible. 

You’ll need to consider the cost of living in Australia on top of your tuition fees. For example, accommodation, transport, food, textbooks, utilities, flights, entertainment, etc.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs requires students to have the financial capacity to cover living costs of a least AUD $29,710 (as at 10 May 2024). This does not include your tuition fees.

The cost of living varies depending on the city you’re studying in. To get a better idea of your cost of living, please check out Study Australia’s Cost of Living Calculator.

• Short-Term Accommodation: Many students start with options like hostels, hotels, or short-term rentals through platforms like Airbnb to familiarise themselves with their new city.
• Long-Term Accommodation:
  • Homestays: Live with a local family and experience Australian culture firsthand. A list of homestay providers is available on the Study in Australia website.
  • Purpose-Built Student Accommodation: These facilities are designed specifically for students. You can find a list of accredited accommodations on the NPAS website.
  • Rental Properties: Lease an apartment or house through a real estate agent or directly from landlords. Many students share housing with others to reduce living costs. Rental listings are available on websites like Flatmate Finders or Flatmates.com.au.

Your previous study, work experience or training may count as credit towards your course. This can reduce both the length and cost of your course. If you think you might be eligible for advanced standing (credit transfer), follow the steps outlined below.

1. A formal application must be submitted using the online Application for Credit Transfer or Recognised Prior Learning (RPL).
2. Students should provide supporting certified documentation to demonstrate the equivalence of the subject(s)/unit(s) for which credit transfer or RPL is sought.
3. Where studies were taken at an international institution, NOOSR checks are to be performed to correlate the award against the AQF.

AC limits the award of advanced standing/credit transfer to a two thirds maximum. That is students must complete no less than one third of a total program as University College AC-enrolled students.

Further information on advanced standing, credit transfer from prior formal academic accomplishments, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) from informal learning are outlined in AC’s Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.

This is possible in limited circumstances, please note these may impact your visa as we will need to update your Confirmation of Enrolment.

Defer (start my course later)
Students can defer commencement in compassionate and compelling circumstances. Please read our Admissions Policy for more information.

Suspend (take leave during my studies)
This is possible in compassionate and compelling circumstances. Please read our Leave of Absence Policy for more information on how to apply for a leave of absence.

Cancel your course
If you would like to withdraw from your course please complete an Amend Enrolment form. If you are planning to transfer to another provider please read our International Student’s Policy for circumstances when this is permitted.

In some circumstances AC may take steps to suspend or cancel your course. These circumstances are covered in our Code of Conduct Policy and Exclusion from a Course or Subject Policy.