Study Abroad in Australia

The number of international students in Australia has been progressively increasing year after year. It has become the third most popular study destination in the English-speaking world with more than 200,000 international students in Australian institutions across all education sectors: Higher education, Vocational education and training, English Language Colleges and schools.

There are countless reasons why students prefer to study abroad in Australia. Aside from its splendid climate, the standard of living, open spaces, its multicultural population, Australia’s forty (40) government- funded universities have a reputation for quality education. These institutions are accredited and registered to provide courses for international students. Studying in Australia not only offers students academic achievements and globally recognized qualifications, it is also a once-in-a-lifetime experience through which a student can mature and develop independence, responsibility, and a deeper understanding for other cultures. Australian institutions have very experienced staff in terms of helping students from other countries. There are also well-established support systems in Australia for these students.

Studying in Australia helps prepare students to work in the today’s highly competitive global market. With high standards of education, graduates with Australian qualifications are most sought of by employers around the world. Australia is ideal for international students because students are able to study in a safe and friendly environment at an affordable cost. Foreign students are also permitted to work part-time in Australia.

Over 250,000 international students now study in Australia.

Our Australian Education system provides more than 15,000 internationally recognised courses that are all of world class standard.

Australia is the world’s smallest continent and the largest island. It is like nowhere else in the world.

It has an area as big as mainland of the United States but has a population of only 20 million people.

The population is comprised of over 130 nationalities which makes Australia one of the most multicultural countries in the world. This broad ethnic mix has created a rich cultural blend of languages, fashions, architecture and cuisines.

Whether you decide to study at a university, English college, international school, TAFE College or vocational institute you will receive a high quality education ensuring future success in your chosen career.

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The Australian education and training system

The Australian education and training system has four main sectors: universities,vocational education and training, schools and English language training colleges.

The Australian education system has been created to allow students to easily move along training pathways from one from one qualification level to the next.

Additionally students can easily transfer from one institution to a new one.

The top Australian universities listed below are all part of what is called the ‘Group of Eight’ Australian universities.

These top Australian universities carry out the majority of all Australia research and development and between them secure on average than 60% of all Australian university research funding.

Top Australian Universities for research and Funding (Group of Eight).

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide)
The Australian National University (ANU)
The University of Melbourne (UniMelb)
Monash University (Monash)
The University of New South Wales (UNSW)
The University of Queensland (UQ)
The University of Sydney (Sydney)
The University of Western Australia (UWA)

For profiles of all the top Australian universities visit our Australian Universities directory on the www.StudyinAustralia.com website.

Find top Australian universities in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Hobart, Darwin and many other cities around Australia.

In Australia, the majority of universities are public.

There are a total of 38 universities (and 4 private universities) spanning the eight states and territories of New South Wales, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory.

Accredited by the Australian Government

Every university and colleges that offers courses for international students must be accredited by the Australian Government ensuring that they publish their correct locations, courses, and tuition fees. International students that intend on studying in Australia will need to have a valid student visa for the length of their training in the country.

Prospective student need to check with the Australian Embassy in your home country to see whether you are eligible to apply for a student visa prior to receiving your official confirmation of enrolment and then paying your tuition fees. You will additionally require Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

On arrival in Australia most institutions provide orientation for new students including organising accommodation and other services required for your study abroad stay in Australia.

Living costs

Living costs to study in Australia for international students are very affordable with a good range of options available whether you choose to live with other students or on your own.

You can choose to live in the following types of accommodation: On Campus for between AU$100-250 PW or Off Campus in share accommodation, private rental accommodation, home-stay accommodation living with an Australian family or in budget hotels and guest houses.

One of the great things about studying in Australia is the fact that international students can work up to 20 hours each week during their semesters and full-time over their holiday periods.

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You can use the www.StudyinAustralia.com website to learn more about Australia, degrees, language courses
available, institutions, studying and living costs, application processes, student visas and more.

How to Apply for a Student visa in Australia

International students who intend to study in Australia must have a valid student visa. Here is a general guideline on how to apply for a student visa in Australia:

Before filing your application, you should first check with the Australian Embassy in your country if you are eligible to apply for a student visa before obtaining official confirmation of your enrollment and paying tuition fees. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) also has offices located in many countries.

If your application for study in Australia is accepted, the university will then send you a letter of offer with details on the first payment due. When you return your acceptance of the offer and after making the first payment to the university, an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCeO) is sent to the Australian diplomatic mission (embassy, consulate etc) that you have nominated in your application form. A paper copy of the eCeO is also sent to you, which you will then submit to the diplomatic mission when applying for a student visa.

Visa application forms are available in English, Portuguese or Spanish and can be downloaded from the DIAC website. For application forms in host-country languages, contact the nearest Australian Embassy or DIAC office in your country. Most students will need to fill in the Application for a Student (Temporary) Visa Form 157A. The visa application forms are designed so you will be able to complete them with minimal, if any, help. You will also be asked to undergo a medical examination as part of the visa process, and will be given a list of approved doctors and special forms for the doctor to complete.

Unless instructed otherwise by the agent or the institution you have been dealing with, your visa application for (together with the correct visa charge and all necessary documents) should be sent to the nearest Australian Embassy or DIAC office.

All students must have proof that they have Health insurance coverage before a visa can be issued. In most cases, you can pay the compulsory medical insurance (Overseas Student Health Cover or OSHC) premium to the education institution which will pay the health insurer on your behalf. If you are a student sponsored by AusAID you will not need to pay the OSHC yourself but you will need to provide proof that AusAID supports your application. Norwegian Swedish students who are studying under CSN International (the Swedish National Board of Student Aid) who have obtained insurance through CSN are exempt from the OSHC requirement.

A student visa can only be granted to you if you intend to study a registered course or part of a registered course on a full-time basis. With a successful application, you will be given a Multiple Entry Visa within the period of which the visa has been granted. This will depend on the course for which you have been accepted. Your student visa can be cancelled when you discontinue your studies or fail to meet the conditions of your visa.