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1. Why should I
choose Kenvale College?
Kenvale College is highly recognised in the hospitality and events
industry with its extensive industry experience as part of the
requirement of its courses. Kenvale graduates achieve a 100%
employment success rate.
2. Why would I want to work in tourism, hospitality and
events?
Tourism, hospitality and events is the world’s largest employer and
Australia’s largest export earner. The international scope creates
an increasing demand for competent professionals who meet the
international standards of service excellence. The industry gives
you the opportunity to work internationally upon graduation.
3. What are Kenvale’s courses like?
Three-dimensional. Combines knowledge, skills and attitude
training. Kenvale College’s education approach combines theoretical
expertise, hands-on experience and character development.
4. What do I get when I finish?
After 2 years of work and study, you get the Advanced Diploma in
Hospitality Management and Advanced Diploma in Events Management, a
total of at least 1,600 hours of industry experience in hospitality
operations, no HECS debt, and an opportunity to do an additional 1
to 1 ½ years of study and get a degree qualification.
Kenvale College is an alternative pathway to university.
Articulation arrangements have been put in place so that Advanced
Diploma graduates can have advanced standing and have their studies
credited to a degree course.
5. What UAI mark do I need to be able to
apply?
Admission to Kenvale College is by interview. There is no required
UAI mark although an average of 60 - 70% in year12 is necessary to
be able to manage the demands of the course. Applicants are
selected based on their passion for the industry, personality and
character, openness to learn and ability to work hard. Academic
transcripts are also taken into account.
6. When do I apply?
Interviews are conducted as early as July for the next year’s
intake. As a matter of fact, the earlier the successful applicant
confirms offer of acceptance into the course, the greater is the
possibility of getting better workplace options.
7. Do you offer scholarships?
Yes, Kenvale College offers a Cooperative Education Scholarship
Program, which assists in paying off the balance of tuition fees.
The Scholarships are renewable each year, depending on academic
performance and behaviour and performance at the workplace. For
more details, go to “Scholarships” under “events” in our home
page.
8. How much are the fees?
The tuition fee for 2010 intake is $16,535 each year for domestic
students ($18,880 for international students). Fees may be paid
over a 10-monthly period, which makes them affordable.
9. Does the College have a dress attire standard?
Yes. All students are required to wear the College’s
business suit which is established by the College prior to the
commencement of classes. Food and Beverage as well as cookery
subjects also have their own suit/ uniform. The total approximate
cost is $650.
10. How does costing work?
Besides the course tuition fees, there is a non-refundable deposit
of $650 upon acceptance into the College. Other approximate costs
are: $120 for Orientation for new students, $125 for students’
services fee, $450 for textbooks, and $110 for College industry
visits.
11. Do I need to have done Tourism and Hospitality in high
school to come to Kenvale?
No, any study at school is worthwhile. There is no prerequisite to
have done tourism and hospitality for the HSC to apply to Kenvale,
although it gives us an indication of your interest in the
industry.
12. How are your classes structured?
Students come to College 2 ½ -3 days a week. Classes may start at
8.30am and may finish at 6pm, with appropriate meal breaks. The
academic year is divided in two semesters of 17 weeks
each.
Please feel free
to contact Carmen or Bernie if you have
further questions or need clarification.
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