Stanley College

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Stanley College provides articulation pathway programs (APPs) to help students progress to higher education via vocational education. A few reasons to choose APPs include:

• APP graduates are guaranteed entry into Stanley College's bachelor degree programs.
• APP graduates enjoy better employment opportunities.
• APP students find paid work whilst completing the bachelor's degree.
• Diploma graduates earn one full semester advanced standing towards the bachelor's degree.
• APPs are available for students seeking to study hospitality, business, management, leadership, social media marketing, aged care or early childhood education.
• APPs save students time and money, including up to AUD 60,000 in tuition fees, when compared to studying a Bachelor of Business at a public university in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK or the USA.
• Scholarships and easy payment plans are available.
• APPs are designed to provide access to potential applicants that may not have completed high school or do not meet the academic entrance requirements for direct entry into Stanley College's bachelor degree program.

APPs represent best value for money for those seeking active participation in the global economy with a quality education provider.

APP students have exclusive access to student support classes to ensure that they gain adequate proficiencies in English language, academic writing and referencing skills. They enjoy free access to academic skills classes and extracurricular student activities. Students can access high speed internet, read, study, learn, and engage in the student hub.

Teachers and lecturers at Stanley College are highly qualified and have industry experience in the subject matters they teach. All staff participate in scholarly activities and professional development to ensure an inclusive and innovative culture.

Stanley College uses the latest learning systems, software, and equipment to enhance students' learning experiences face-to-face and online.

Its VET and HE faculties are overseen by an academic board and a VET Council which are comprised of external academics and industry experts, ensuring high standards of teaching and academic quality throughout all faculties.

Stanley College adheres to rigorous course reviews, moderation, and benchmarking to maintain high standards of academic teaching and learning.

The teaching staff work closely with industry experts and each course is carefully designed in consultation with industry experts and industry bodies to ensure students are work ready when they graduate.

Stanley College has partnered with more than 400 host employers accepting students for internships. The institution has placed more than 10,000 students and many have gained paid employment. Work-based training and internships enhance graduate outcomes and employment opportunities.

Faculty of Health

This faculty offers the Certificate III and IV in Individual Care with work-based training at a registered aged care provider. Graduates gain guaranteed entry into Stanley College's Bachelor of Business or in a Bachelor of Nursing at an Australian university.

Faculty of Early Childhood Education

In the Certificate III and Diploma of Early Childhood Education, students gain hands-on experience in its on-campus crèche before commencing their work-based training at a registered early childhood education centre. Further study options include entry with advanced standing towards its bachelor's degree or entry into a nursing or teaching degree at an Australian university.

Faculty of Culinary Arts and Hospitality

This faculty provides certificate and diploma courses for students seeking careers in commercial cookery, food and beverage services, and restaurant and hotel management. Courses contain work-based training at major hotels and restaurants.

Graduates of the Diploma of Hospitality gain guaranteed entry and advanced standing into the Bachelor of Business program.

Faculty of Business

This faculty offers diplomas and advanced diplomas in business, leadership, social media marketing and translation.

Graduates with a diploma or advanced diploma from this faculty gain guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Business program.

School of English

The English language courses offered improve students' proficiency in speaking, writing, listening and reading. Classes are interactive, ensuring students participate and learn.

Higher Education

• The Bachelor of Business incorporates work integrated learning activities throughout the course to lead students towards an optimal workplace experience in the third year.
• The Graduate Certificate in Strategic Procurement and the Graduate Diploma in Management (Learning) are an affordable alternative to a master's degree course. Students can articulate to a master's degree with advanced standing at Murdoch University.

Certificate III

• Completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent
• Intermediate level of English/ IELTS 5.0/ other recognised English language test

Certificate IV

• Completion of Australian Year 11 or equivalent
• Upper-intermediate level of English/ IELTS 5.0/ other recognised English language test

Diploma

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
• Upper-intermediate level of English/ IELTS 5.5/ other recognised English language test

Advanced diploma

• Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
• Upper-intermediate level of English/ IELTS 5.5/ other recognised English language test

Bachelor of Business

• Completion of an Australian Year 12 certificate or equivalent/completion of a vocational course at AQF certificate IV or equivalent/work and life experience
• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Postgraduate courses

• Completion of an Australian Year 12 certificate or equivalent/completion of a vocational course at AQF diploma or higher/work and life experience
• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Stanley College delivers courses from three campuses in and around the city of Perth. All campuses are located close to public transport, which is free within the Perth CBD (Perth City Campus and West Perth Campus).

All campuses are modern, have disability access and an international student services unit helping students finding accommodation, employment, organising activities and assisting with academic and non-academic support.

Each campus features a prayer room and houses course specific facilities such as restaurant, bar, coffee shop, commercial kitchens, crèche, aged care ward and business centre. All classrooms are clean and modern, with digital screens. Students can access learning material via the library or online learning platform, Canvas.

Students can also take advantage of subsidised rates at coffee shops (Perth City Campus and West Perth Campus).

Western Australia has a very low crime rate. Thousands of students and visitors experience a very safe lifestyle and locals attest that it is the best place to raise a family.

Perth ranks among the safest cities in the world. All Stanley College campuses feature 24 hour-video surveillance and onsite first aid, health and safety officers.

Students have access to a 24-hour emergency helpline and the student support team is available seven days a week. All orientation programs include guidance and advice on personal safety, health, wellbeing, and up to date Covid-19 information.

Western Australia has experienced one of the lowest Covid-19 infection rates in the world. All Stanley College staff have completed Covid-19 infection control training and all campuses adhere to the government's Covid-19 safety guidelines. Professional student counselling is available for students who feel worried or have any concerns.