Victoria
Footscray City College
International focus is a feature at Footscray City College. Students are drawn from
diverse backgrounds, including Germany, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China,
Japan, Denmark and Hong Kong. The academic curriculum is complemented by
multimedia, music, dance and sporting programs. Academic and personal progress
is closely observed. International students benefit from the guidance of a welfare
coordinator, careers advisor an experienced English as an Additional Language staff.
The school is close to Melbourne city and adjacent to Victoria University.
Features of the local area
• Easy public transport access with regular
tram, train and bus services
• Appealing landscaped gardens with
spectacular views of Melbourne city centre
• Nearby a bustling Asian market and close to
major shopping centre
Languages taught
Japanese
Italian
Special programs
• Experienced international Chinese and
Vietnamese program assistants
• Local university student mentoring
• Access to Victoria University teaching facilities
Intensive English Language classes
Provided at on-site English Language Centre
Student support services and programs
• Two specialist international student tutors
• Careers resource centre
• Specialist bilingual mathematics tutors
• Homework program four afternoons a week
• Student welfare coordinator
• Part-time psychologist
Extracurricular activities
• International student orientation camp and
tour program
• Annual welcome dinner for Homestay families
and education agents
• Year 12 celebratory end-of-year function
• International student social activities
including regular morning teas and luncheons
• Strong music program
• Arts and multimedia program
• Outdoor education program
• Interstate and overseas trips available
Sports offered
Athletics, Australian Rules Football, Badminton,
Baseball, Cricket, Dance, Fitness, Golf, Soccer,
Gymnastics, Hockey, Indoor Cricket, Lawn
Bowls, Martial Arts, Netball, Rollerblading,
Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball
CRICOS Provider Name: Department for Education and Training Victoria
CRICOS Provider Code: 00861K
