Full Time Study Placement

Grace is committed to providing quality education service to students from Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR. Owing to geographical restriction, students and parents in Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR mainly rely on local agents to introduce overseas studying institutions to them. These agents, to be effective, should possess first-hand information about the background and quality of these overseas schools. What is unique about Grace is that its headquarters is located in Sydney, Australia. This allows the directors of Grace to identify in person reputable, caring, academically renowned and affordable schools/colleges suitable for overseas students. They can also visit the schools and interview their students whenever necessary. What is more, they also carefully screen home-stay families that are usually recommended by the school/college. To ensure that the students are well taken care of and to facilitate understanding between home-stay families and students, the former are briefed about the cultural difference between Australia and Mainland China/Hong Kong SAR, and the background of the potential home-stay student(s) before finalizing the match.       In collaboration with partners in Mainland China/Hong Kong SAR, Grace provides advice on further study in Australia, direct contacts with Australia schools/colleges for documentation required for processing of student visa, and arranges home-stay accommodation, guardianship and airport transfer services. Applicants are not required to pay any application/handling fees in Hong Kong SAR.   [Go back to top]

Why Choose Austraila?

Why study in Australia?

    Australia has an international reputation for its standard of education and relatively low tuition fees and living costs. The vast area that it covers enables it to offer a diverse selection of places to visit. Added to this, Australia is known for its clean air, water, comfortable climate and friendly people. Its close proximity to Mainland China/Hong Kong SAR and other Asian countries also makes it very appealing. With one out of every four residents born overseas, Australia is well known for its cultural diversity. In Australia, overseas students have the opportunity not only to receive education in an English speaking country but also to meet and interact with people from all over the world.

Education in Australia

      Schools in Australia are mainly divided into public schools and private schools. A school can have an enormous impact on the student's character, future study and career development. Careful selection of school needs no emphasis.

    The primary and secondary levels of education in Australia range from Kindergarten to Year 12. Students completing Year 12 will sit for the Higher School Certificate (HSC) examination. The results attained will form the basis of entry to universities or tertiary institutions.

     Students who are studying F.1 to F.5 in Hong Kong SAR normally further study at a High School in Australia. Some High Schools may require an applicant to reach a certain level in a recognized examination as one of the enrolment criteria. The recognized examinations comprise, inter alia, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and Australian Examination Assessment Services (AEAS). Some High Schools do not have such requirement. Acceptance for enrolment will also depend upon the student’s past school records and conduct in school. Some students are required to study at a recognized English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) College in Australia and are required to reach a certain standard of English before going into the High School.

      Students who have completed Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) in Hong Kong SAR may study in a University Foundation Course to enter University directly. Some Colleges may also have an articulation program with Universities that can provide their graduates with automatic entry to these Universities.

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Fees

Tuition Fee
Tuition fee varies from one school to another. It is in the range of AU$16,000 to AU$23,000 per year. The fee is subject to review each year.


Accommodation
Grace/The schools will assist overseas students to look for suitable home-stay or hostel accommodation. Accommodation fee varies from place to place. The average accommodation fee including 3 meals at Sydney is approximately AU$250 to AU$350 per week.


Health Insurance Cover
All overseas students must be covered by Health Insurance. It costs around AU$450 per year.

All fees relating to full time study placement will be paid either directly to the school or through Grace. They will not be collected by representatives in Mainland China/Hong Kong SAR.

Guardianship

Students under the age of 18 must have a legal guardian in Australia. If required, Grace can provide the guardianship service.