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Study in Australia
For those who envisage a new overseas career, study in Australia has a lot to offer. Though this country sticks to its culture, its modern lifestyle is highly regarded by the aspirants. The Higher education institutions in Australia are ranked among the best in the world. The CRICOS code given to international students declares that study in Australia has achieved worldwide recognition. The higher education courses are shorter and intensive which ensures value for money. Australian universities provide post-study work permits to international students which also play a pivotal role in getting PR. The duration of master courses ranges from one to two years. The visa process is fair and
straight forward.
Top Benefits of Studying in Australia
Australian universities offer programs and courses that are recognised globally.
Australia consistently scores well in surveys and studies that measure quality of life.
Australia invests heavily in research and has produced outstanding research in various fields.
The 2023 QS World University Rankings includes 38 Australian universities. Of those 38 universities, seven is in the top 100
These are offered by the Australian government, education institutions, and a number of public and private organisations.
The more than 40 universities across Australia offer hundreds of courses and degrees to choose from. You’ll be able to find a qualification in almost every discipline and field of study.
Australia allows student visa holders to work while they’re studying.The Department of Home Affairs made a temporary concession in 2022 that allows students to work unlimited hours in any sector.
The Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) offers international students who’ve studied in Australia for at least two years the opportunity to apply for temporary permission to work in Australia.
Australia’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency, or TEQSA, acts as a national regulatory and quality agency for higher education. The Agency monitor quality and regulate university and non-university higher education providers against a set of standards developed by the independent Higher Education Standards Panel.
Top Universities in Australia
The Subclass 485 visa offers two streams, granting eligibility for either 18 months or up to four years. Choose your stream based on your qualifications to extend your stay and opportunities in Australia.
| University of Melbourne | University of Adelaide |
| University of Sydney | University of Western Australia |
| University of New South Wales | Queensland University of Technology |
| University of Queensland | Macquarie University |
| Monash University | Griffith University |
| Australian National University | University of Newcastle |
Top Courses to study in Australia
| Actuarial Science | Social Work |
| Nursing | Accountant |
| Architect | Public Health |
| MBA | Software Engineers |
Admission Requirements to Study in Australia
- 10th and 12th (for bachelor’s course)
- Bachelor's degree certificate, individual Marklists (for master’s course)
- IELTS – 6 Band for Bachelors (if applicable)
- Resume or CV
- IELTS -6.5 For Masters (if applicable)
- Medium of Instruction
- Scanned copy of the passport
- SOP for Australia
- Letter of recommendation (2 Nos)
- Experience Letter (if applicable)
Australian student visa requirements
- Completed Australian student visa application form (157A)
- Paid visa application fee – currently AU$650 (~US$438) in most cases
- Copy of passport biodata page (some students may be asked to physically provide their passport)
- Certificate of Enrolment or Letter of Offer
- Evidence of health insurance cover
- English proficiency test results
- Criminal record check results
- Four recent passport-sized photographs
- After you have assembled and scanned your supporting documents, you’ll need to create an account and apply with the online ImmiAccount application system
- Evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition, travel and living costs. From February 2018, the amount you need to prove you have for living costs (separate from tuition and travel) is set at AU$21,041 (~US$14,185) for a year. If you have dependents (such as a spouse and children), you will also need to show evidence of being able to cover living costs for them, including school fees. Alternatively, you can show evidence that your spouse or parents are willing to support you and that they earn at least AU$62,222 (~US$41,949) a year.
F. A. Q
FAQs on the Student Visa
No, you cannot take 'online-only' courses. To qualify for a student visa, you must attend face-to-face classes.
However, by visa rules, 25% of your course content can be delivered online.
No, you can pay your tuition in instalments – usually every 3 to 6 months depending on the institution.
Please note these prices are valid until June 30, 2024.
- If you are applying offshore (outside Australia), a student visa will cost AU $710, unless you are exempt.
- if this is the first time you are applying onshore for a visa, the fee will be AU $710
- If you have a partner also applying (dependent), his or her fee will be AU $530. There will also be the $ AU700 surcharge if this is the second (or more) application onshore.
- Anyone under the age of 18 will be charged AU $175.
While on your student visa, almost all students will have the following work rights. Work rights begin the day the course commences as stated in the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
- While classes in session: You are allowed to work 48 hours a fortnight (a fortnight is 14 days and starts on a Monday). It is up to you how you use those hours. For example, you can work 30 hours one week, in 18 hours the following week.
- While class is not in session: If you are on official school holidays (Christmas, Easter, etc), you are allowed to work full time - unlimited hours. Just keep in mind that school is in session even through the exam period. Even though you might have finished your exams, the course may still be considered in progress.
If the principal visa holder (the student) is studying a Masters or PhD, the dependent has full work rights.
For all other courses, the dependent can only ever work 48 hours a fortnight (a fortnight is 14 days and starts on a Monday). It is up to you how you use those hours. For example, you can work 30 hours one week, in 18 hours the following week.
