Australia

Study in Australia

Australia, one of the most fascinating and highly developed, is the sixth largest country in the world. Endowed with astounding beaches, plenty of wildlife, natural wonders and cosmopolitan conurbations, the country offers some unique experiences that are hard to find somewhere else.

Australia is one of the best destinations for students looking to pursue an education abroad. Not only does it boast of 8 universities in the top 100 universities in the world, but it also offers an amazing learning environment.

Looking to study in Australia? New Era Immigrations can help you create an Australian Student Visa application package that has the highest chances of success. Our expertise in Australian immigration processes means that we are best positioned to help you navigate its tricky procedures.

New Era Immigrations helps students identify the right course and university in Australia that can set them on the path to a successful career.

Why Study In Australia

International students have a wide variety of choices when it comes to studying in Australia. Its quality of education, a variety of 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.

High Standards of Education

Australian Universities Are Among The Best In The World.

Affordable Cost Of Living

Cheaper To live and study in Australia than in US & UK.

Work After Graduation

Excellent Visa & Job prospects once you finish your course.

Permanent Residence Options

Australia’s growing economy requires skilled immigrants.

Work While Studying

Work up to 20 hours per week.

Australia has some of the world’s best-ranked universities. According to the QS World University Ranking report for 2020, the country has eight of the country’s 300 top-ranking universities in the world.

The country offers a wide range of courses in a variety of subjects. The tuition fees here are affordable compared to the UK and the US.

Students in Australian universities are eligible for a post-study work permit valid for up to four years. This can act as a pathway to permanent residencyin Australia.

Australian universities are known for their high standards and quality of instruction. Their degrees are recognized all over the world.

Another advantage of studying in Australia is the low cost of living compared to other countries. Students can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week)when they are studying which will help them meet part of the tuition fees. They also have access to scholarships which can lower their costs of doing a course.

Many students opt to study in Australia because its growing economy promises good job opportunities once students complete their course.

Study Visa Guidelines

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

Visa Requirements

In order to study in Australia, you will need to obtain an Australian student visa. You must be able to prove to the Department of Home Affairs

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Requirement:

Introduced in November 2011, the Genuine Temporary Entrant(GTE) requirement says that the visa applicant must be able to demonstrate a genuine intention to stay in Australia temporarily for the purpose of study, or to accompany a student as a dependent (i.e. spouse or child) or as a guardian.

Financial Requirements :

Evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition, travel and living costs. The amount you need to prove you have for living cost and travel expenses is set at AU $21,041 and AU $2,000respectively for a year. The average tuition fee is approximately$25,000 per annum.

English Proficiency Requirements:

If you’re not from an English-speaking country (and haven’tcompleted at least five years’ study in an English-speaking country) you’ll need to prove you can speak English to therequired level. Eligible tests include the IELTS, Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, and Cambridge Advanced English(CAE). The score you will need will depend on whether you arestarting a full degree, doing a foundation course, or enrolling on a preliminary English Language Intensive Course for OverseasStudents (ELICOS).

Health and Character Requirements:

Some students may be asked to take a medical and/or aradiological check-up to show they’re in good health (this applies, for example, to those who intend to train as a doctordentist or nurse). If told to do so, you must attend anappointment with a doctor who has been approved by theAustralian Immigration Department.

A Step by Step Guide

On Student Visa Application

Many international students make the choice to study in Australia and one of the first questions that come in the mind is how do I apply for studying in Australia. In this detailed step by step guide, we will help you understand a student visa application for Australia.

We are going to break it down into various sections to make it easy for you to understand what you should be doing for applying for a student visa.

STEP 01

Understanding the requirements for studying in Australia

Academic

Good academic records
Meeting the prerequisites of the course
English tests scores
Minimum Age Requirements
Work experience
Research work/Thesis

Immigration

Financial

Course Fee
Living expenses
OSHC (Health Insurance)
English test fees
Visa application fee
Medical Check-up fee
Airfares

STEP 02

The Admission Process

International students find it quite confusing and challenging in understanding the admission process. To make it simpler for you, we have divided it 5 main steps:

The first step is to choose the area you would like to study e.g. Business, Accounting, Engineering IT, Hospitality, Healthcare
Then you would need to choose the level you would like to study e.g. Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor Degree, Graduate Diploma/Certificate, Master Degree or Doctorate. You can understand the Australian education system by checking this infographic.
The next step is to choose the city where would you like to study e.g. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, etc
Then choose the type of institution you would like to study – University, Tafe or a Private College
Last but not the least, choose the timing/intake you would like to enrol in – February, July, and November but some private colleges or Tafe’s may have a year around enrolments.

STEP 03

Applying for COE

Here are the key steps for applying for a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE):

Write an impressive statement of purpose on why you would like to study, especially required for higher education programs.
As most of the institution will require some of form of evidence of your English capabilities (unless you come from the English speaking country) it is advisable to get your IELTS, PTE or TOEFL test done before the submission of your application form
Complete and submit the application form for the institute you are planning to study with required documents.
Then choose the type of institution you would like to study – University, Tafe or a Private College
If you haven’t finalized yet, you can apply for multiple institutes at the same time.
Institute may ask for more documents or for an interview via telephone or skype
After the institute is satisfied with your submission, they will send you an offer letter
Read the offer letter and terms and conditions and if happy with them, you will need to pay the fees as mentioned in the offer letter. Most of the Australian educational institutions will require you to pay the first term or semester fee only
Once the institute receive your payment, they will issue a COE (Confirmation of Enrolment).

STEP 04

Documents required for the Student Visa application

While applying for a student visa for Australia, you will need to have few documents ready for your institute and immigration department. Here you will find the list of the documents you need to submit as a part of your student visa application:

Passport
Four recent passport-sized photos
Birth certificate and national identification
Confirmation of Enrolment(CoE)
Form 157A
OSHC evidence of payment
IELTS or PTE or other English test results
Statement for Genuine Temporary Entrant
Evidence of funds (eg Bank statements etc)
Academic records like certificates
Police clearance certificate
Work record like pay slips, tax returns
Evidence of your relationship with your spouse like a marriage relationship
Guardian and Welfare arrangements evidence for under 18’s.

The list given above covers all the major documents you may need for the student visa application. You may need to provide less or more documents when lodging a students visa application depending on your individual circumstances. Make sure to get these documents attested or certifiedbefore submission. If the documents are not in English then you will need to get it translated to English. Do not provide any false, misleading information to the immigration as if they catch that, you might be banned from applying for any visa for Australia. This may also affect your visa application for other countries as well.

STEP 05

Applying for COE

You will need to complete all the required documents and submitthe application with the applicable fees. The current visa fee is $620 but it usually changes every year. So it is a good idea to confirm that with the Australian immigration’s website.The application can be submitted online or using paper format. The application can be done by yourself or by your consultants or agent. You must submit your application at least 12 weeks before the coursestart date. Once lodged, it can take a few days toweeks to get the visa. On average it may take up to 4 weeks to get a visa but it might even takelonger time depending on a few factors. The Australian governmentwill issue you a Transaction Reference Number (TRN) once they receive the completed application. TRN will help you track theprogress of your application. If immigration requires more information or documents then theywill notify you and you will need to get back to them with that within the given timeframes. As immigration department needs to verifythat you are genuinely coming to Australia for study only, they canconduct an interview usually via telephone

STEP 06

Visa Outcome

The immigration department will make final decisions on your application and will notify you or your nominated agent by email. If you have been granted a visa then you will need to start preparing for Australian arrival.
If unfortunately, your application is rejected by the immigration department then you may have a chance to appeal against the decision to Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). If you believe that your visa application was refused unfairly then you will need to prepare and present your case to AAT. This process can be challenging and you might need help from a lawyer who understands the Australian migration law well.
For most cases, students will need to re-apply for the student visa if they still intend to study in Australia.