Enrolment & Orientation

Selection and enrolment at Pyridion Management Academy is carried out in an ethical and responsible manner and we encourage people to apply for enrolment without discrimination through a variety of means. Students must complete an Application Form and provide all relevant information (e.g. date of birth, proof of pre-requisite study, etc) prior to commencing a course or program.

All successful applicants complete an orientation program the first day of the course to familiarise them with the Institute's services, facilities and procedures. On your arrival you are given useful information about the study program, local services and facilities.

Provision for Language, Literacy & Numeracy support

Language, literacy and numeracy needs of all individuals are important and to support students in this area, the Academy provides free support English classes whilst completing courses. When necessary and appropriate, adjustments are made to methods of delivery and assessment, to suit the needs of individuals so that they will have a reasonable chance of success in their course.

Student Complaints & Appeals procedure

Any academic or non-academic complaints that you may have will be dealt with fairly. Students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through the provision of valid learning and assessment tools and strategies that are most suited to the students' diverse needs. The Academy has a fair and open Complaints Policy to address any student complaints or appeals and provides that outcomes are recorded in writing. For more information please refer to relevant policy documents.

Staff Responsibilities for Access & Equity

The Academy is committed to providing opportunities for all groups in the community to participate in Vocational Education and Training. Access and Equity is closely tied to other policies and strategies to ensure open access to the Academy services. For more information please refer to the relevant policy.

Enrolment Processes, Recognition of Prior Learning & Credit Transfer

Pyridion Management Academy is committed to ensuring that the requirements for all training package and accredited courses on its scope of registration are met through the use of appropriate assessment processes and instruments.

As part of the admissions process the Academy actively encourages students to apply for Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning. Applicants are required to complete the Application Form and will be assisted by an admissions staff member to ensure guidance is provided on the type and amount of evidence to be gathered to support the request.

Student Deferral, Suspension & Cancellation of Enrolment

Student enrolment can be deferred, suspended or canceled in limited circumstances by the Academy or by the student. When deferral, suspension or cancellation of enrolment is initiated by the Academy, students have the right to appeal the decision. For more information please refer to the relevant policy document.

Transfer Request Assessment

In line with UK Border Agency standards, the Academy must not knowingly enrol students wishing to transfer from another registered provider's course prior to the student completing six months of his or her principal course of study. For more information please refer to the relevant policy document.

Family

The UK Border Agency classifies your family as your spouse; a person of the opposite sex you are legally married to or have been living with for more than 12 months and you or your spouse's children under 18 and never married.

You may bring these members of your family under certain conditions and if you have school age children they will have to be enrolled and attend either a private or government school for which you will have to pay fees.

Customs & Quarantine

The United Kingdom has very strict customs and quarantine laws, using x-rays, detector dogs and physical search.

Before your aircraft lands, you will be given an Incoming Passenger Card - this is a legal document.

You must tick yes if you are carrying any food (this is any item that can be eaten or that you can drink), wooden material, plant material or animal products. If you are unsure tick yes, this could save you from a fine and/or a possible term of imprisonment.