Study in Australia
Australia has gained immense popularity among international students as an ideal study destination. While it promises to offer high-quality education, it also ticks all boxes fulfilling other expectations of international students that makes studying and living in Australia a unique experience. The relatively flexible entry criteria to get admission in Australia with easier access to high ranked universities and the study schedules allow international students to manage their studies, research and part-time employment with ease. Its multicultural society with safe learning environment and friendly natives offers a home away from home making masters or bachelors study in Australia an experience of a lifetime.
Why Study in Australia
Australian universities are recognized worldwide for the quality of teaching, research and graduate employment. The popular study destination excels in areas like science, technology, business, education and humanities. Students have an option at every level of study in Australia be it bachelors, graduate certificates, diplomas, masters or a doctorate. The Australian Universities provide an environment that promotes innovation, independent thought and creativity. Students can work part time for 40 hours every fortnight while pursuing education. International students get two years of post-study work visa allowing them to work in Australia and explore further horizons. No doubt Australia stands to be the third most preferred study abroad destination.
You should make sure that you meet the requirements for a student visa for Australia before you accept an offer and pay any tuition fees.
Visa Application
You need to apply for your Student Visa for Australia through the Department of Home Affairs online lodgement facility, then you will need the details of your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment to lodge your visa application.
Visa Documents and other Requisites
- Valid Passport
- Completed Form 157 A
- Completed Form 956A
- Visa application fees of AUD 575 payable to Australian High Commission (Subject to change)
- Letter of Offer / Provisional Acceptance (Original and Copy) issued by the Australian Educational Institution for a full-time course. The institution should be registered with CRICOS to offer courses to an overseas student.
- Educational Testimonials (Mark Sheets and Certificates). All copies should be Notary Attested.
- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scorecard
- Resume & detailed statement of purpose
- Work Experience Documents (If any)
- Evidence of Payment (COE) of First-Semester Tuition Fees and Overseas Student Health Insurance Cover (OSHC)
- Referral Letter (HAP ID)
- A Letter from the Sponsor. Affidavit of Support (original and notary attested copies on stamp paper) which should include:
- The sponsors’ relationship with you
- Income Tax Return (of last three years)
- Details of the sponsors’ other dependents
- Personal bank statement of the sponsor
- Any other documents about financial standing
- Evidence of your / your parent's financial support (even where another sponsor is supporting the application)
Student Visa Conditions
Your visa is subject to a number of visa conditions that you must comply with study in Australia.
- You must satisfy the course requirements and maintain a valid enrolment
- You must attend at least 80% of the classes.
- You have to maintain a satisfactory academic performance.
- You cannot work more than 40 hours per fortnight while studying. You can, however, work full-time during vacation.
- You must maintain health insurance for the duration of stay in Australia.
- You must prove yourself to be a Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) which means that you need to show you are coming to Australia temporarily to gain a quality education