ASA’s teaching and learning premises include classrooms, a library, space for students to interact and a kitchen for students and a range of furniture and technology to support student learning and interaction. ASA has a dedicated reception area for all visitors and students and a common area for students to work collegially. We currently have 100+ students on our campus every week.
Secure access to information and communication technology infrastructure includes student email, the learning management system and wireless access, in addition to support and training for students and staff. The physical environment including a library, kitchen and student work tables and seating in several break out spaces supports interaction between students outside of formal classes.
The Learning Management System actively supports and encourages interaction between students within cohorts and units of study plus student-only on-line space.
ASA is intent on providing an excellent physical and virtual learning environment. ASA is fully committed to adequately maintaining the facilities and learning resources whilst also ensuring those facilities and resources are safe, regularly reviewed and improved as required.
Library learning resources are central to the learning environment and increasing allocations for library and learning resources are an important component of our forward planning.
ASA has specific measures for admission and provision of support and services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. There is English language support available to students of up to one hour per week and learning support assistance available for all students at 20 minutes per session. An initial needs analysis to be conducted at orientations will also inform ASA’s provision for equity and diversity.
The needs analysis and ongoing monitoring described above will support wellbeing and safety by ensuring the nature and extent of support services are informed by the identified needs of students. The Teaching and Learning Plan has a number of objectives and measured outcomes designed to ensure students’ needs are monitored and acted upon for the benefit of students.
The Student Consultation and Wellbeing Policy supports the promotion and fostering of a safe environment at ASA. In conjunction with this policy, the Student Handbook, staffing profile and Orientation Program sessions are there to ensure students are aware of and receive, timely and accurate advice about access to personal and support services and the actions students may take if they feel the need for support.
We hope you find the campus and services provided work for you and assist you in your enjoyment and learning while studying with ASA.
The Australian School of Accounting offers the following support services to students:
- Orientation –When you arrive, we will give you a thorough orientation to help you understand the School and life in Australia.
- Academic support –We want our students to make the best progress they can. Academic staff will be available for student consultation each week during study periods. Consultation times will be introduced during orientation and displayed on student noticeboards. You may also be referred to an Academic Skills session if required by the Academic Dean. We will give you advice if you are finding your studies more difficult than you expected, or if you are not making the progress as quickly as you would like.
- English Language Support –The Australian School of Accounting has English language support available from a qualified English language teacher who has a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL). If you are having English language difficulties, you may make an appointment for an English language support session.
The Australian School of Accounting is located in the centre of Sydney CBD, a 2 minute walk from Museum train station and a 10 minute walk from Town Hall train station.
This location has the enormous advantage of having very convenient and affordable accommodation. Our premises are only a few minutes’ walk away from Hyde Park and the city shopping precinct making life here very convenient. Our new campus has been expertly fit-out with the very latest in teaching rooms and facilities.
Sydney is a wonderful place. As the largest city in Australia, you will never be short of anything to see or do. Sydney Harbour provides a great environment for free-time activities. It is easy to find places where you feel you are in the countryside, not a big city.
Sydney’s climate is as close to perfect as you’ll get! It can be quite hot in summer, but it’s less humid than places further north, so it’s more comfortable.
The Australian School of Accounting area has a wide variety of accommodation, to suit all tastes. From high-rise apartments to free-standing houses, you should be able to find somewhere comfortable to call home for your stay.
Leaving home and living overseas independently is a big step. At ASA, we understand this can be daunting for both students and parents. We will assist to prepare for your new and exciting life prior to arriving in Sydney, all new students will receive detailed information regarding our school, staff, to help you prepare.
Sydney is a multicultural and multiracial city, and with that comes a great variety of places to live. Depending on your lifestyle you can choose from over 600 suburbs in the Greater Sydney area. Choose according to budget, facilities, shops, and activities available in an area and, of course, distance from the ASA campus. The city is among the top fifteen most-visited cities in the world, with millions of tourists coming each year to see the city’s landmarks. Boasting over 1,000,000 ha (2,500,000 acres) of nature reserves and parks, its notable natural features include Sydney Harbour, the Royal National Park, Royal Botanic Garden, and Hyde Park, the oldest parkland in the country.
Built attractions such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the World Heritage-listed Sydney Opera House are also well known to international visitors. The main passenger airport serving the metropolitan area is Kingsford-Smith Airport, one of the world’s oldest continually operating airports. Established in 1906, Central station, the largest and busiest railway station in the state is the main hub of the city’s rail network.
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Australian School of Accounting computer facilities include the latest technology and software, with sufficient terminals to cater to student needs. WiFi is provided throughout ASA so that students can access the internet from anywhere with their laptops and handheld devices. Every quadmester, each student is given unlimited free data allowance for internet usage.
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