FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION ABOUT STUDY IN AUSTRALIA

Post study work visa Australia, what is it?

After successful completion of Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree program with Minimum 2 year of duration, students can apply for 2 year post study work visa in Australia and if the spouse has accompanied your spouse also can apply for extension Visa.

Is Students are eligible for Stay back visa Australia?

After successful completion of Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree program with Minimum 2 year of duration, students can apply for 2 year post study work visa in Australia and if the spouse has accompanied your spouse also can apply for extension of Visa.

Besides If you study minimum 2 year Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree courses leading to Trades in skilled occupation demand list for Australian , you can apply for 18 months temporary residence visa and if the spouse has accompanied your spouse also can apply for extension Visa. This will give further stay back in Australia.

What is Student work permit in Australia?

During study students are allowed to work part time in Australia and full time on vacation. Besides after successful completion of Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree program with Minimum 2 year of duration, students are eligible for 2 year post study work visa in Australia and if the spouse has accompanied your spouse also can apply for extension Visa.

In addition to this students completed 2 year Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree courses leading to Trades in skilled occupation demand list for Australian are eligible to apply for 18 months temporary residence visa and if the spouse has accompanied your spouse also can apply for extension Visa. By all this Australia offer students variety of work permits.

Is any PR (Permanent Resident) Opportunity for students in Australia?

On completion of 2 years program you will get points for your Australian education. If your skill or profession is in Skilled Shortage List for migration you will have higher chance for Permanent Residency, if you meet experience and points criteria.

Is students are allowed work while studying Australia?

In Australia international students can work 20 hours weekly during your study and vacation can work full time. This will give you an additional source to support your studies and obtain valuable work experience with a foreign employer.

Is Student spouse Visa in Australia?

If you are an international student choose to study Masters Programs /Masters by Research or Doctoral programs of minimum 1 year duration, your dependent can accompany you and can work full-time. If you study Certificate/Diploma/Advanced Diploma/ Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree/ Bachelors/ Graduate Diploma course of minimum 1 year. Your dependent can accompany you and can work 20 hours weekly during your studies and fulltime on your vacation.

Is Spouse Work Permit available for students Australia?

If you are an international student choose to study in college or university for a program offered to international students in Diploma/ Degree/ Masters / Doctoral level of minimum 1 year duration, your dependent can accompany you and can work specific time.

What is Climate in Australia?

Australia enjoy relatively warm climate throughout the year comparing to Europe, New Zealand and Canada, so students from India can easily adapt to the climate and the atmosphere since it has more similarity to Indian Weather conditions.

Which are the Recognised qualifications in Australia?

To be able to recruit, enrol and teach international students an Australian Education Institutions must be registered their institution and course on CRICOS. As an overseas student on a student visa, you must study with an education provider and in a course that can be found on (CRICOS). All these Australian qualifications are recognized around the world. The Australian Qualifications not only comply with national standards, but they are also meeting the requirements of international organizations like Asia-Pacific economic cooperation group, the United Nations and the European group.

What are the Education facilities in Australia?

Australian universities are widely known for the quality of their teaching and research. The vocational education section is focussing on practical oriented education. The Australian authorities such as Department of education, CRICOS, AQF make sure the facility of the training provider to deliver courses they offer and also monitor the course curriculum to be updated based on the current industry requirement.

How safe is Australia?

Australia is a very safe country compared with almost anywhere in the world. Crime rates are low and strict gun control laws provide a safe environment. Australia is accepting of all religions. Your right to practice your faith without persecution or discrimination is protected by law.

What is Standard of living in Australia?

Australia has one of the highest standards of living in the world. It is home to people from over 190 countries, and at least one in five Australians was born overseas. Cultural diversity is part of its national identity and is one of Australia’s greatest strengths. You can interact with many cultural background students and can develop contacts and friends from around the world.

Is Australia English speaking?

Australia is an English-speaking country and by living and studying in Australia you can improve your English proficiency. Many Australian institutions offer English courses with starting dates throughout the year to prepare you for further study in Australia or enhance your English language skill.

What is skill shortage in Australia?

Because of low population in Australia, Australia often found difficulty to fill their employ need for public and private sector. So if you study a specific course leading to skills that required in Australia or migrate Australia with Australian required skill you will have high chance of employment here.

Any Employee shortage in Australia?

Australia has low population and has many growing industries and number of multinational companies also represents Australia. Considering law population and the number of trained persons also seems insufficient so many employers find difficulties to fill their vacancies for an occupation, or specialized skill vacancies. So in this situation you have very good chances to get job in Australia if you are well trained and qualified.

Occupations has demand in Australia?

Accountants, Engineers, IT professionals, Engineering Technologist & Trade Persons, Teachers, Social Workers, Nurses and health care Professionals are often found in skill shortage list of Department of immigration Australia for migration purpose and so it is determined as a skill shortage list or occupation has demand in Australia.

Australia Admission process, how long?

You will get admission in Australian Colleges within 7 -10 days and Universities within 10-30 days of application in most of the cases. One excellent advantage for Indian students is the similarity between Indian and Australian education systems, which are broadly patterned on the British education system. Therefore, it is easier for admission into any level without the hassle of credential evaluation, university review of qualifications etc.

Admission procedures in Australia?

In the proses first you need to choose your course and complete education provider application form and submit it with supporting documents to the provider. Following this you will get an offer letter. The offer letter will explain you to the fees you need to pay and scheduled time of payment and condition if any met. On further meeting the criteria you need. Pay required fees to the education provider and following you will get enrolment confirmation. With this confirmation letter you can file for your visa.

Australia student visa process time, how long?

You can submit your visa application to Australia High Commission up to 2 weeks prior to your course commencement. Average time for Australian visa application processing is 2 weeks to 12 weeks, but in many case visas are processed in 2 weeks so students have opportunities to apply for their visa until before 2 weeks prior to their course commencement. So if you have made a decision to study as late of your chosen intake also you have chances to get your visa in time.

What is average Part time job income in Australia?

In Australia the average part time job income is around $18.29 per hour. Australia is a land of opportunities and gives enough opportunity to make money. In Australia, a mandated minimum rate of pay is available, which is higher than the usual minimum wage, paid to an employee when working on weekends, public holidays, overtime, late night shifts or early morning shifts which is called Penalty Rate. These allowances include uniforms and special clothing, tools and equipment, travel and fares, car and phone, first-aid, leading hand/supervisor, industry of employment.

What is average full time job incomes in Australia?

Statistics for the year 2018, AUD$82,436 is the average income earned full time in Australia. Average Australian earnings are A$85,982 per annum when overtime and bonuses are included. People working in the capital territory are paid the highest while comparing other locations. The average full time salary income in Australia, totally depends upon an individual’s job profile and the jobs which are in high demand. As per the Bureau

What is average Monthly expense in Australia for a student?

As per The Australian Government AUD$20,290 is the minimum amount required to cover the living cost of an individual for a 12-month period. This amount excludes tuition fees or the cost of travel to and from Australia. It is the minimum required to pay accommodation, commute to school or university, buy food, pay for all the little extras that you need day-to-day. However average international students spend about AUD 600-2100 monthly on their living based on the location they stay and life style.

How much money do you need to study in Australia?

The cost to study in Australia includes the tuition fees and living expense. Living expense can vary depending on each individual’s life style. International students spend an average of AUD$600-2100 per month for their accommodation and food. The tuition fees for college diplomas ranges from AUD$10,000 to 15,000 yearly, whereas university bachelor and master degree programs ranges from AUD$22,000 to 30,000 yearly.

What are the requirements to study in Australia?

In order to study in Australia the applicant needs to meet the academic entry requirement and English language requirement. For a diploma program the pre-requisite is 12 th or equivalent with minimum IELTS of 5.5. Degree programs pre-requisite is 12 th or r equivalent with minimum IELTS of 6. Master degree require bachelor degree with IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Can I study in Australia for free?

Most programs in Australia are fee paying programs, but research based programs and PhD programs are offered with nominal fee or totally free. Students also get stipend during their study period.

What is the minimum IELTS score required for Australian student visa?

For bachelor programs an overall 6 band is required which should not be less than 5.5. For master programs and programs related to Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and dentals an overall 6.5 band is the requirement. Some Australian universities ask for an overall of 7.0 Band too.

How can I get a scholarship to study in Australia?

Many scholarships and grants are provided to support a student’s studies in Australia. These scholarships and grants are offered by the Australian Government, education institutions, and other public and private organisations. You can use the search tool available on every institution’s web page to find scholarships. All applications and enquiries for scholarships are made through the scholarship provider.

Can international students work in Australia?

As per the Work Rules for International Students, 20 hours per week is the given work hours for International students who have a valid student visa. During vacations they can work for as much hours they wish to.

What are the requirements for student visa in Australia?

Students who wishes to study in Australia need to follow a procedure:

• Selecting the apt course and institution.
• Fulfilling the English language requirement: IELTS/PTE
• Submitting the application to the concerned institution
• Getting and then accepting an offer letter
• Showing the correct finance sources: Evidence of sufficient funds which includes tuition fees and living expense in Australia.
• Receiving electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE)
• Applying for Student Visa (Subclass 500), Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)

How long does it take for student visa Australia?

Getting an Australian student visa usually depends upon the application and the documents submitted. Around 1-4 weeks is the usual time period required to process a visa.

Does Australian student visa get rejected?

There are can be many reasons for an Australian student visa rejection. Some of the common reasons are Providing incorrect information, false statements in the application.

• The applicant should provide correct information about their health and character. The applicant should be in good health and should also possess good character.
• Enough proof should be submitted to prove that the applicant has enough fund to pursue study in Australia.
• Rejection due to interview. Sometimes the applicants need to attend an interview from the Department of Immigration and Border Protection which sometimes results in visa refusal. This happens when the applicants are unable to give satisfactory answers and are not able to give honest answers for reasons to stay in Australia.

Can I apply student visa while in Australia?

Students who wishes to study in Australia need to apply for a Student visa (subclass 500). If the applicant is already in Australia on a Working Holiday or Visitor visa, they can apply online without leaving the country.

Can visitor visa change to student visa in Australia?

Since 1 st July 2016 an individual on a tourist visa or visiting visa can change their visas to student visa.

How long can international students stay in Australia after graduation?

The time period for which an individual can stay back after his/her graduation depends upon the level of study he has pursued Australia. An individual can stay back for 2 years if he has completed a Bachelor’s/ Master’s/ Master’s by coursework degree. An individual can stay back for 3 years if he has completed a Master’s by research. An individual can stay back for 4 years if he has completed a Doctorate degree

Can dependent visa holder study in Australia?

An individual can pursue a study of three months duration if he/she is a dependent visa holder (This condition applies to student dependent visa holders who were 18 years of age or older when the visa was granted). The individual has to meet the requirements for student visa.

Can I travel with a student visa?

An individual can travel out of Australia and return back whenever he/she wishes as long as he/she has a valid Student Visa. A student visa is a multiple Travel Visa, which means that the individual has no limits in terms of travel.

How much does an Australian student visa cost?

According to the current fee plan AUD$575 is the cost to apply for a Student Visa (Subclass 500).