The Sydney Business and Travel Academy

• Welcome to SBTA
  • The SBTA Experience
• Courses
  • Business
    • BSB20107 Certificate II in Business
    • BSB51107 Diploma of Management
    • BSB60507 Advanced Diploma of Marketing
  • Hospitality
    • SIT30707 Certificate III in Hospitality
    • SIT50307 Diploma of Hospitality
    • SIT60307 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality
  • Tourism
    • SIT30107 Certificate III in Tourism
    • SIT50107 Diploma of Tourism
• Student Services
  • Orientation Program
  • Counselling and Further Studies
  • English Language Support
  • Airport Pickup
  • Accomodation
  • Internet Access
  • Student Portal
  • Location
• Join us
  • Vocational Course Dates and Availability
  • Miscellaneous Fees
  • Terms and conditions
  • OSHC
  • Before you apply...
  • How to Enrol
  • Agent Network
• Contact Us

Before you apply...

Before applying, there are some general things you should know about studying in Australia and at The Sydney Business and Travel Academy.

Applying for Credit/Exemptions
If you've studied previously in a related area you may be entitled to receive credits for part of your course. If you think this applies to you, it's important that you be assessed prior to formally enrolling. You can receive an estimate on any credits which you may be entitled to by scanning and emailing, or faxing, your final transcripts to us. We will then make an assessment. Final approval for credits can be made only after sighting your originals--we are unable to accept copies for approval purposes.

Please be aware that being granted credits may result in a shorter course, and visa, duration and that the RPL assessment can only take place prior to enrolment.

Course Deferrals and Suspensions
Students are able to defer or temporarily suspend their studies during their course only in certain limited circumstances, on the grounds of compassionate or compelling circumstances. Students who would like to defer their studies must first speak to the Academic Coordinator.  Prior to applying to defer their program students must ensure that they have paid any tuition fees outstanding, or which will fall due during the period of leave. There is no reduction in course fees during periods of leave. Deferral of studies is permitted only in compassionate or compelling circumstances such as serious illness, death in the family or for some other reason. Students will be required to provide evidence of the compassionate or compelling circumstances. Students that are suspended or granted deferral may be required to extend their course and their visa at their own expense, and that availability of units of study are not guaranteed. Students may be suspended from their studies for serious and willful misconduct. Misconduct may include, but is not limited to, criminal activity, harassment or verbal abuse of staff or students, failure to pay fees, plagiarism or cheating. Students will have the right to appeal through the college’s published appeals and grievances process. In this event, any and all additional costs in completing the enrolled course will be borne by the student.

The ESOS Framework
Click the following link to find out how the Australian Government protects your rights as an International student and ensures a high standard of education.

Location of Studies
Unless otherwise stated on the individual course information pages, all training and assessment takes place at our Sydney campus at 401 Sussex St, Sydney. Childcare courses require additional offsite training and assessment. Please see the Childcare page for further information.

Assessment Methodology and Modes of Delivery
For full details regarding modes of delivery and assessment methodology please see the individual course information pages.

School-aged Children
If you plan to bring any school-aged children with you while you are studying in Australia, please be aware that school-aged children will be obliged to attend school whilst in Australia, and school fees may be incurred.

Entry Requirements
You must be at least 18 years of age at the time you commence your course. Vocational courses require a minimum of an Intermediate level of English. 

Transfer of Provider Policy
Limits may apply to students changing education providers within the  first six months of their principle course of study. For full details of our policy, please select this link.

Costs of Living in Australia
The following approximate costs are a guide only and are to be used as a guide only.
Litre of milk - $AUD2
Loaf of bread - $AUD2
Weekly travel pass - $AUD41
Movie ticket - $AUD16
Average living cost is approx. $1,500  per month

Australian Living Conditions
The following average daily temperatures are a guide only.
Spring (Sep - Nov) 22C
Autumn (Mar - May) 23C
Summer (Dec - Feb) 26C
Winter (Jun - Aug) 18C