Enrol international student
Northcote High School welcomes international students and offers a comprehensive and high-quality education program for Years 10, 11 and 12.
We have a proud tradition and strength for supporting our International Student Program. It is highly regarded for its leadership and visionary contribution to international education.
Student selection process
Our student selection process ensures that quality students have the opportunity to experience an excellent education that will assist them to gain entry to their preferred tertiary pathways.
Prospective applicants are expected to show excellent academic strength, good English language skills and other personal merits when applying for entry to Northcote High School. To be considered for enrolment, applicants need to demonstrate:
- 80+ academic report
- IELTS 5.5+ (to be exempt from the 20-week intensive English course students require IELTS of 6.00+).
We conduct an interview through face-to-face or via electronic platform with applicants. We then make a final decision and inform the applicant or their agent.
How to apply
Most international students must apply to the Department of Education in order to study in a Victorian government school. To learn about the application types and to apply, see: How to apply
Contact our office
For more information about international students, please contact the below staff member.
International Student Coordinator (ISC) & Global Education Program Director: Jocelyn Hill
Phone: +61 3 9488 2300
Email: jocelyn.hill@education.vic.gov.au
International Student Office: international@nhs.vic.edu.au
Northcote High School is accredited under the Department of Education’s CRICOS registration (CRICOS provider name and code: Department of Education, 00861K). For more information, see: www.study.vic.gov.au
Pre-departure kit for prospective international students
Welcome to Northcote High School
International students visa conditions (Chinese)
International students visa conditions (Vietnamese)
Policies and guidelines
Under the Department of Education’s Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) guidelines, Northcote High School has developed the required policies to govern its actions to ensure the school provides quality education to its school community.
These policies support the organisation, processes and procedures of our International Student Program. These policies include:
International Student Accommodation Policy
International Student Enrolment Guidelines
Northcote High School Complaints and Appeals Policy
DE International Education Division Complaints and Appeals Policy
DE International Education Division Complaints Appeals Process
Critical Incident Management Policy