This section addresses the additional expenses and financial issues that students and their parents may find helpful when assessing the full costs of studying and living in Australia. Depending on the program of study selected by the student and the student’s personal preferences, they may incur the following expenses. Please note this information is provided as a guide only

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Accommodation

Regency International House Bond A$500

This is payable on first entry to the on-campus student accommodation complex, Regency International House (RIH). Bond is refundable upon completion of on-campus study provided no expenses were incurred.

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Accommodation in Regency International House

Accommodation in Regency International House, the on-campus student accommodation complex, is only included in fees for residential on-campus students during academic semesters. This includes mid-semester breaks. However, holiday breaks between semesters are not included within the accommodation fees. Students may apply to stay on-campus during the July holiday break at an additional charge, subject to room availability. Students should note that over the December/January holiday break each year, Regency International House is closed for maintenance and is not available to students. Students who remain in Adelaide during the ‘between semester’ breaks and require accommodation, are advised to contact the Student Welfare Manager as early as possible. While ICHM will not be responsible for students between semester breaks, the ICHM Student Welfare Manager can offer suggestions for alternative accommodation.

Students arriving earlier than two days prior to the orientation sessions at the beginning of each on-campus semester may request to be accommodated in Regency International House additional charges will apply, and it is subject to the availability of rooms.

NOTE: On-campus accommodation in Regency International House is subject to availability for students in years 2 & 3.

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SHA Textbooks & Uniforms

The learning materials for students in Year 1-3 are comprised of text books and specially printed learning materials. They are invoiced before the commencement of each academic semester. The cost varies according to the year of study and ranges from $500-$650 per year. Uniforms including kitchen, management and restaurant are made to order and tailored for each student. Shoes and tights are not included. Complete uniforms are issued in the first year, with supplement clothing provided in Year 2 (e.g. additional shirts). Students entering directly into Year 2 or 3 will be required to pay the same as a student entering into Year 1. In 2009 the cost of uniforms for students entering Year 1 is A$1,100. In Year 2 for the supplementary additions A$300. Uniforms are not required to be worn during the Bachelor Degree, however students are required to wear acceptable business attire.

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ICHM Degree Options

Students undertaking the fourth year (final year of the Bachelor degree), have a number of study options. The on-campus study can be spread over one or two semesters, or alternatively students may choose to study online. Fourth year students who choose to undertake an industry placement, should refer to the Industry Training and Development section. On-campus accommodation in Regency International House is subject to availability for fourth year students.

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ICHM Degree Text Books

Text lists will be circulated prior to arrival on campus and there will be opportunities for students to purchase texts prior to the commencement of semester. Students should expect the cost of each text book is approximately A$100 per text.

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Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Exam

Students who go on a food and beverage internship to locations that require an RSA exam should be prepared to pay the cost. Such locations are generally those located within Australia. Approximate cost A$60-100

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Student Visa

International students will be required to obtain a Student Visa to study in Australia. The visa processing charge (payable to the Australian Government) is A$430. As part of the visa process, students may be required to have a medical check with an Australian Government authorised doctor. The fee for this medical is approx A$235.

International student Work Permits

International students on student visas are permitted to work in Australia up to a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic semesters on-campus, and full time during vacation periods, provided it does not interfere with the demands of study. In order to have work rights, students who obtained a visa before April 26, 2008 need to pay an application fee of approximately A$60; students whose visas were issued after this date need not pay this fee. Applications for the Work Rights Visa can be made after the commencement of study; forms are available from Toni Schammer, ICHM Student Welfare Manager.

Industry Placement

While students are expected to earn income during their industry placements, they will also incur expenses such as:

• Transport costs to and from their industry placement city.
• Accommodation (only a few hotels provide staff accommodation).
• Meals.
• Taxation.
• Public transport to work.
• Personal expenses.
• Entertainment expenses.

These expenses will vary widely depending on location around the world. While income should cover daily living expenses, students need to budget for the upfront costs that are incurred when organising rental accommodation. These costs include bond and connections for telephone, gas, water and electricity. The most significant upfront expense is the bond (typically four weeks rent) and the first rent payment (usually two weeks in advance).

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General Living Expenses

While living on-campus, students will require money for general expenses. The amount required will vary, but on average students spend between A$50 and A$100 per week on the following items:

• Stationery & photocopying.
• Telephone calls (RIH bedroom phones are pre-paid. Normal out-bound call charges apply).
• Transport (bus, taxi or car if you have one).
• Entertainment (cinema, recreation etc.)
• Snack food (some students say they can't study without chocolate!)
• Personal items (casual clothes, toothpaste, shampoo, clothes washing detergent etc).
• On-campus gymnasium membership

Student Discount

ICHM students are issued with a student identification card which entitles them to full student discount in South Australia, providing significant discounts on public transport, cinema tickets and more.

Computers

Desktop computers are provided in each bedroom at RIH (some limits on internet downloads may be imposed). A networked printer is also available for student use. However students may wish to hire or buy a printer for their own use or share with other students in their apartment. Desktop computers are available in the 24-hour computer suite in the RIH student accommodation complex and computers are also available in computer labs throughout the campus. Students living off-campus will probably find it more convenient to bring or buy/hire their own computer and printer.

Storage

While undertaking Industry Placement, students may require storage of personal goods in Adelaide until they return to study on-campus. Only limited, unsecured storage is available at RIH. Several companies offer storage facilities. As a guide, a 1.5m W, x 1.5m L, x 3m H storage unit for 6 months could cost A$357. Larger units are sometimes shared by students to reduce individual costs.

Health & Medical

All international students coming to Australia on student visas are required to have Overseas Students Health Cover. ICHM will arrange cover with Australian Health Management Group Ltd at the students expense. While this cover provides financial assistance towards doctors and some hospital services, it does not cover dental, physiotherapy or optical services (e.g. glasses and contact lenses).

For more information on OSHC visit: http://www.oshc.com.au

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Languages

Testing

Students with a second language other than English, not able to provide suitable proof of language fluency, will need to undertake formal testing for their academic transcript. Tests can be conducted in Adelaide at no charge for most languages including French, German, Italian, Greek, Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, Indonesian. Other languages will incur a cost of A$145.

Study

There will be additional costs for students who need to attain fluency in a second language. The student’s choice of language, delivery mode and location will influence the cost. ICHM is able to assist with arranging tuition with the Vocational Language Learning Centre®, Eurocentres or other approved language schools or tutors. However, students are able to choose the language, language school/tutor and location that best suits.

Location

Vocational Language Learning Centres are located in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney.

Tuition Fee       

Costs vary depending on fluency, from A$40 to A$60 per hour.

Additional Expenses

Textbooks, accommodation, meals, public transport, flights if required and personal expenses. Students studying language full time in Adelaide may apply to live in Regency International House (subject to availability).

Location

11 Eurocentres located throughout Europe and Japan.

Tuition Fee

Costs vary according to location. eg. A$290 (Barcelona, Spain) to A$500 (Paris, France) per week.

Additional Expenses

Accommodation (homestay or hotel), textbooks, flights, meals, public transport and personal expenses.

Location

Private Tutor at ICHM Student Accommodation.

Tuition Fee

A$27 to A$32 per hour (approx).

Additional Expenses

Textbooks or learning materials.