Terms & Conditions

Enrolment Terms & Conditions & Refund Policy

Please be advised of BC's Refund Policy & Terms & conditions. All students must read the following information carefully before signing the student agreement.

1. All requests for cancellations, transfers and refunds must be made in writing and require the presentation of relevant supporting documentation.
2. Upon approval the application will be refunded in accordance with the ESOS regulations.
3. No refunds will be given to students who are expelled for unacceptable behaviour or non-compliance with visa conditions.
4. If, after the full payment of fees a students withdraws an application the following will apply: (Please see Specific Details).
5. If the College cannot deliver the course then we will refund your full tuition fee (including your enrolment fee).
6. The registered provider's dispute resolution processes do not circumscribe the student's right to pursue other legal remedies.
7. This agreement does not remove the right to take action under Australia's consumer protection laws.
8. BC may provide student information, including enrolment details, visa-related information, academic performance and attendance records, to Australian Commonwealth and State agencies and to the managers of the ESOS Assurance Fund.
9. In the case of a student returning home any refund will only be made after the student ID card is returned and immigration notified.

                      

Specific Details:

1. If written notice is received by BC for more than 28 days before the commencing of the course a cancellation fee of 15% will be deducted from the fees received.
2. If written notice is received by BC up to 28 days, but more than 14 days prior to the course commencing a cancellation fee of 20% will be deducted from fees received.
3. If a student withdraws within 14 days of the commencement of the course, no refund will be made.
4. No refund will be made for that portion of the tuition fee that is payable as counselling fees to the students appointed agent.

TRANSFERS:

Transfer to another educational institution

1. Under Student Visa Regulations (condition 8206) it is not possible to transfer to another education institution for the duration of any preliminary course and/or the first six months of the principal course, without permission from BC.
2. Requests for transfer must be made to the Administration Office in writing and be accompanied by a letter of offer from the receiving institution.  Evidence of exceptional and/or extenuating circumstances is also required.
3. If approved, any money transferred will be in accordance with BC's Refund Policy.

Transfer to another course at BC

1. All applications to transfer to another course at BC should be made on the 'Request for Internal Transfer' form available at the Administration Office in consultation with the relevant teaching departments.
2. Where a transfer is granted students must pay an administration fee of AU$100 plus any additional tuition fees applicable to the new course before starting the new course.

Accommodation and Transfer Fee Policy

Students are advised to take note of BCE's Accommodation and Transfer Fee Refund Policy, as noted below:

1. If the student's application for enrolment or visa is denied, a full refund is given.
2. Except for in the above instance, the Accommodation Placement and Airport transfer fees are non-refundable.
3. If at least 28 days notice is given for cancellation of accommodation, a full refund will be given.
4. If less than 28 days notice is given, a cancellation equal to 2 weeks rent is incurred.
5. After accommodation has commenced, 2 weeks notice must be given, otherwise the above cancellation charge is incurred.
6. If the College is not notified of any change in flight details at least 48 hours before arrival, another Airport transfer fee may be incurred.