Secondary Senior Years 11-12 Girls Only (CRICOS course code 006548D) is a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education delivered by Loreto College over 2 years. This course is designed for female international students who want to complete their senior secondary education in a supportive, single-gender environment in Adelaide, South Australia. As a CRICOS-registered provider (00629G), Loreto College is approved to enrol overseas students, and this course is listed on the official CRICOS register as at April 2026. HeadStart Academy provides this information as a free resource to help you research your study options in Australia.
Secondary Senior Years 11-12 Girls Only (CRICOS 006548D) is a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education course offered by Loreto College in Marryatville, South Australia. The course runs for 104 weeks (2 years) and is taught entirely in English. It leads to the award of the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SACE), which is the qualification granted to students who successfully complete senior secondary school in South Australia. This course is specifically for female students, providing a single-gender learning environment that many families choose for its focus on girls' education. All CRICOS-registered courses, including this one, are protected under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, ensuring international students receive quality education and consumer protection.
This course falls under the broad field of education 'Mixed Field Programmes' (12), specifically within 'General Education Programmes' (1201) and 'General Primary and Secondary Education Programmes' (120101). At the senior secondary level, students typically study a range of compulsory and elective subjects to develop critical thinking, research skills, and subject-specific knowledge. While the exact subjects are determined by the provider, the SACE curriculum generally includes English, mathematics, science, and humanities, along with choices in arts, languages, and technology. Graduates are prepared for university entrance or further vocational training. This general education foundation is designed to meet the requirements for entry into higher education in Australia and overseas.
According to the CRICOS register, this course has a duration of 104 weeks (2 years). It is delivered on a full-time basis with English as the language of instruction. This is a single qualification course (no dual or foundation studies component). Students are expected to attend classes at the Loreto College campus in Marryatville. The school typically follows the South Australian school calendar, with four terms and breaks in between. International students must maintain satisfactory attendance to comply with student visa conditions.
The fees shown here are indicative and sourced from the CRICOS register as at April 2026. For Secondary Senior Years 11-12 Girls Only, the total tuition fee is A$64,030, and non-tuition fees (including materials, excursions, etc.) are A$48,420, giving an estimated total of A$112,450. Please note that this does not include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), living costs, or the visa application charge. International students in Adelaide typically budget for weekly living costs of around A$400–500, including accommodation, food, and transport. Always confirm current fees directly with Loreto College at their official website: www.loreto.sa.edu.au.
While specific academic entry requirements are set by Loreto College, international students generally need to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.0–5.5 overall. For entry into Years 11-12, students typically need to have completed Year 10 or equivalent in their home country. Some students may enter via a foundation or pathway program if they do not meet direct entry requirements – check with the provider. All applicants must satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement for the student visa. The Department of Home Affairs assesses English proficiency, financial capacity, and intention to study genuinely. HeadStart Academy recommends contacting the provider directly for detailed entry criteria.
This course does not include a mandatory work component. However, international students in Australia on a Student visa (Subclass 500) may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while their course is in session, and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. Work rights are automatically granted with the visa, but students must not compromise their studies. For students under 18, work restrictions also apply and a parent or guardian may need a Student Guardian visa (Subclass 590) to accompany them.
This course is delivered at Loreto College, located in Marryatville, a suburb of Adelaide, South Australia. Adelaide is known for its affordable living costs compared to Sydney or Melbourne, with a large student population including many international students. Marryatville is about 5 km east of Adelaide's city centre, accessible by public transport (bus and train). The suburb is residential with good amenities. For international students, studying in Marryatville offers a quiet environment while still being close to the city. There are many CRICOS-registered providers in Adelaide offering senior secondary education – over 40 in South Australia alone. For a full list, search HeadStart Academy's provider directory.
To study this course in Australia, you will need a Student visa (Subclass 500). For students under 18, a parent or legal guardian must apply for a Student Guardian visa (Subclass 590). Key visa requirements include: confirmation of enrolment (CoE), genuine temporary entrant (GTE) statement, English proficiency evidence (e.g., IELTS), sufficient funds for tuition, living costs, and OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover). The Department of Home Affairs assesses all applications. As of 2025, student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term and unlimited during breaks. Always check the latest visa conditions on the Department of Home Affairs website. HeadStart Academy is not a migration agent – consult a registered MARA agent for visa advice.
Follow these three steps to apply for Secondary Senior Years 11-12 Girls Only at Loreto College:
1. **Research CRICOS-registered providers**: Use HeadStart Academy's search tool to filter by course level, field, and city. Confirm that Loreto College (CRICOS 00629G) and this course (006548D) meet your needs.
2. **Apply directly to your chosen institution**: Contact Loreto College for application forms, entry requirements (including English tests), and application deadlines. Submit your academic records, proof of English proficiency, and any other required documents.
3. **Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and apply for your Student visa**: Once accepted, the provider will issue a CoE. Then apply for your Student visa (Subclass 500) via the Department of Home Affairs, attaching your CoE and supporting documents. Allow several weeks for processing.
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Secondary Senior Years 11-12 Girls Only is a CRICOS-registered programme at Loreto College. Use this register extract [CRICOS register, Apr 2026] to cross-check codes, duration and indicative fees before you apply.
This page is general information only and not migration advice. Confirm Student visa (Subclass 500) requirements with the Department of Home Affairs.