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Student Visa to Australia

For those willing to improve English language proficiency, study a short course for up to two (2) years or to obtain a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD at an Australian university.

To apply for a student visa, you must be at least six (6) years of age (additional arrangements exist for underage students).

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With a student visa in Australia, you can enrol in a wide range of courses across different educational levels and fields.

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Here are the main categories of study available:
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  1. English Language Courses:

    • General English

    • English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

    • English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

    • IELTS Preparation Courses

  2. School Education:

    • Primary School

    • Secondary School (High School)

  3. Vocational Education and Training (VET):

    • Certificate I-IV

    • Diploma

    • Advanced Diploma

    • Vocational Graduate Certificate/Diploma

  4. Higher Education:

    • Undergraduate Courses:

      • Associate Degree

      • Bachelor’s Degree

      • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours)

    • Postgraduate Courses:

      • Graduate Certificate

      • Graduate Diploma

      • Master’s Degree (Coursework)

      • Master’s Degree (Research)

      • Doctoral Degree (PhD)

  5. Foundation Studies:

    • Bridging courses for international students to prepare for higher education in Australia.

  6. Non-Award Courses:

    • Study abroad and exchange programs

    • Courses that do not lead to a formal qualification (e.g., single units of study)

  7. Professional Development Courses:

    • Short courses and workshops aimed at professional skill enhancement and continuing education.

  8. Technical and Further Education (TAFE):

    • A range of vocational and technical education courses that prepare students for the workforce in various industries.

​Students on a student visa must be enrolled in a full-time course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). This ensures that the education provider meets the Australian government's quality standards for international students.​

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WHAT THIS VISA ALLOWS YOU TO DO:
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  • work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session and unlimited hours during your school holidays

  • multiple travel facilities to enter and leave Australia until the visa expiry date

  • depending on your country of citizenship, you may be eligible to bring your partner and children with you to Australia

  • depending on your course of study, your partner will also have work rights (either 48 hours per fortnight or unlimited work hours).​

 
VISA CONDITIONS:
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  • at least 80 per cent of course attendance

  • maintain valid Overseas Student Health Cover during the full length of your studies

  • if bringing your children with you to Australia, and they’re over five (5) years of age, they must be enrolled at an Australian Government School.

Student visa application costs

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