STUDY VISA

A Complete Guide To Migrate to Australia

Why apply for an Australian PR?

  • 38 QS Ranking universities.
  • AUD 20,000 scholarships.
  • Affordable tuition fees.
  • Quick visa processing.
  • Post-study work permit 2-3 years.
  • Get Australian PR if eligible.

Study in Australia to accelerate your career growth

International students have a wide variety of choices for studying in Australia. The quality of education, various courses to choose from, and post-study work opportunities make it one of the most desirable destinations among Indian students. Australian universities are strong in research, excelling in areas such as arts and humanities, education, and sciences.

It is easier to get an Australian student visa than other countries. Students wanting to study in Australia must meet certain requirements to qualify for a visa. Once you are enrolled in a full-time study course, you can apply for a visa under Subclass 500.

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Types of Australia Student Visa

  • Student visa (subclass 500)
  • Student Guardian visa (subclass 590)
  • Training visa (subclass 407)

With the Student visa (Subclass 500) visa, the visa holder can:

  • Enroll in a course and participate in an eligible course of study
  • Bring family members to Australia
  • Travel to and from the country
  • Work for up to 40 hours every two weeks during the course

Requirements to apply for an Australian student visa

  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Letter of Offer
  • Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
  • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Requirement
  • Proof of Funds
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Health Requirement
  • Character Requirement 

How to get a Student Visa for Australia?

Step 1: Check your eligibility for an Australian student Visa.

Step 2: Arrange the checklist of documents.

Step 3: Apply for the visa online.

Step 4: Wait for the status.

Step 5:  Fly to study in Australia. 

Processing time for Australia Student Visa

The processing time for an Australian Student Visa is usually four weeks. You can apply for the visa 124 days before the start of your course, and you can travel to the country 90 days before the commencement of your course.  

FAQ's

Yes! Australian educational institutes allow international students to study without attending a university. Australia has many educational organizations from the primary school level to higher education. The country has many vocational schools and colleges for international students. Some universities in Australia even accept admissions without IELTS with some terms and conditions.

Yes! International students are allowed to work full-time in Australia while studying. The Australian Government has relaxed the working hours for international students. As per the new rules, international students can work 40 hours per fortnight during the semester and full-time during their breaks. A fortnightly period starts on Monday.

Students opting to work part-time/full-time in Australia must meet some conditions. They must be able to manage their study and work hours. They must ensure to maintain satisfactory attendance during their course.

International students are encouraged to study in Australia with many scholarship programs. The Australian government and universities offer many scholarship programs annually. The scholarships cover tuition fees, medical insurance, traveling costs, and living expenses. Here is the information about Australian scholarships that cover the entire tuition fee.

  • Australia Awards Scholarships: This fully-funded merit scholarship is awarded on various undergraduate, postgraduate, master’s, and PhD programs. The grant covers all expenses like tuition fees, establishment allowance, travel allowance, books, rent, and living expenses.
  • Monash University: The university will be one of the QS-ranking universities in 2024. The university ranks #6 in the world rankings. The university offers a fully-funded scholarship of AUD 16,000 per undergraduate student, which can cover tuition fees and living expenses.
  • Work-study programs: Some universities offer work and study programs where you can work while studying. The part-time income helps to cover the living expenses.
  • Charles Sturt University: The university offers over 3 million AUD scholarships every year. The college campuses are located in regional centers.

In Australian schools, the academic year starts in late January or early February and ends mid-December. The entire year is divided into four terms. Each term has ten weeks. In universities, there are two study intakes in Australia. One is the autumn intake, and the other one is:

  • Major Intake (Primary Intake/Intake 1/Semester 1/T1) starts in February/March.
  • Minor Intake (Secondary Intake/Intake 2/T2) starts in July.

Yes! Diploma holders can continue with further studies in Australia. ITI + Diploma holders can pursue higher education in Australian universities. Check the requirements of the University of your interest before enrolling for admission. Based on the university requirements, you can choose your study program.

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