Prospectus 2009 - Le Cordon Bleu

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSApplicants should be at least 18 years of age.School leaver: Satisfactory completion of Year 12 secondaryschooling or the equivalent overseas secondary education(e.g.International Baccalaureate) and demonstrated ability toundertake tertiary level studies. A sound knowledge of Englishlanguage and basic mathematics, an operational knowledgeof computers and effective communication skills are essential.ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCYIf English language proficiency is found to be insufficient forsuccessful completion of the academic program, Le CordonBleu can direct a student to undertake additional languagetraining at the expense of the student.Students joining from overseas will need to have achieveda minimum level of English proficiency for entry into theLe Cordon Bleu Degree programs of:• 6.0 Academic IELTS with no band score below 6.DELIVERY STRUCTUREUnder delivery agreements courses will be delivered at RegencyInternational Centre for Hospitality, Leisure and Food Studiesand the City West campus of University of South Australia.COURSE CREDITStudents seeking entry into the Bachelor of Business degreescan apply for Course Credit, a process which recognises priorstudy, skills and knowledge. Graduates from recognised institutions,providing evidence of their previous studies and industryexperience will be eligible to apply for Course Credit (also knownas Advanced Standing, RPL, Academic Credit or Credit Transfer).BRIDGING COURSEAll direct entry Stage 3 students of the Bachelor of Businessdegree must undertake the Le Cordon Bleu Bridging course.The Bridging Course is a two week program offered immediatelybefore the commencement of each semester.It offers a condensed version of the three foundationcourses of the Bachelor of Business degrees:• The Hospitality Experience,• Introduction to Hospitality Management; and• The Aesthetics of Food and Wine.The Bridging Course is essential for all students who havebeen granted Course Credit for all other Stage 1 courses.This course provides underpinning knowledge that will bereferred to throughout the program.2009 Prospectus Le Cordon Bleu Australia Pty Ltd • CRICOS Provider SA: 01818E NSW: 02380M 17