There are many advantages for students who choose to study at PIBT over other Institutes and Universities in Australia.

The ability to fast-track, the smaller class sizes at PIBT compared to Universities, and still being able to study on an Australian University campus, makes the decision of where to study your English course or Diploma program in Australia an easy choice!

PIBT is also affiliated with other Institutes of Business and Technology all around Australia. This means you can even arrange your study program to transfer between the Institutes and at the same time get to see more of Australia!

Read below for more info about the advantages of study at PIBT...

3 Semester Fast-track System

PIBT's innovative Three-Semester system allows students to Fast track their studies and complete their course in only 8 months. This allows students to enter their Bachelor Degree at university earlier than those studying in a conventional two-semester system.

With intakes in February, June and October there is also additional flexibility which allows student to extend their course over 3 full semesters.

Students who enter at the Certificate 4 level can complete this course along with their Diploma course in just four semesters (or 16 months).

Study on an Australian University Campus

PIBT is located on the Mt Lawley Campus of Edith Cowan University (ECU); only 5km from Perth city. Students have access to the full range of services and facilities available on the campus, including library, cafes, computing laboratories and sporting and recreational facilities.

University Designed Program

The PIBT Diploma programs are accredited as Australian University level Diplomas. The courses follow the university curricula and assessment requirements at ECU, so students are working at the same high standards.

Many PIBT lecturers are also university lecturers so they have considerable teaching experience at this level.

Smaller Class Sizes

Lecture groups have a maximum of 50 students, although most average between 25-35 students. Lectures are complemented by small group tutorials/workshops ensuring students receive the best of attention.

Combined English and Academic Program

A special program of English and academic studies has been developed for those international students who do not quite satisfy the English language requirement. This course would be undertaken for at least one semester.

Part-time Study

PIBT offers Australian students the opportunity to complete their studies on a part-time basis. Classes are scheduled on a 'block' basis providing students with the opportunity to attend for half-day sessions rather than several smaller periods throughout the week.

This provides the opportunity for students with employment and other commitments to manage their studies with greater ease.

Due to Visa requirements the part-time option is not available to international students.

Course Accreditation

All courses are accredited by the appropriate vocational education and Higher Education government agencies, to ensure that courses meet quality assurance standards.

As part of the accreditation process, courses are regularly reviewed and revised. Students at PIBT are guaranteed current and relevant courses.

Articulation and University Recognition

International students who successfully finish their Diploma program are guaranteed entry to the 2nd Year of the relevant Bachelor degree.

Entry for Australian and Permanent Resident students is determined by the availability of Government Supported places on a competitive basis.