Australia

Quick Info

• Present your documentation to the Study Point headquarters.
• After meeting with our counselors in a good session, decide on your courses and educational institutions.
• Complete the application forms for the course you want to take.
• You will receive an offer acceptance letter from a specific university or college between 4 to 12 weeks of submitting your application. [Depending on the policy of the university/college].
• You must pay your first-semester tuition and OSHC costs in accordance with the offer made by the College/University after obtaining the offer and acceptance letter in order to receive an eCOE.
• You will get your eCOE within a week after paying your first semester’s tuition and OSHC costs. After conferring with your advisers, you will next apply for a student visa.
• Obtain a medical examination from one of the following organizations after submitting your visa application: IOM Migration Health Assessment Center (MHAC) OR Norvic International Centre For Health Evaluation (NICHE).
• Following medical clearance, await visa approval.
• You must attend the pre-departure orientation session at Study Point Boudha Jorpati after acquiring your visa.
• Some universities, in accordance with their policies, may call for further documentation. Consult your university or consultancy for more information in this situation.

Academic Requirement

Australian Institution of Higher Education (AIH) is an Australian Higher Education Provider (HEP) registered with the Australian Government’s Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).

Diploma/Bachelor

• Academic: 10+2 with 2.5 CGPA or Equivalent.
• IELTS 6.0 or Equivalent.

Master

• Academic: Bachelor with 50% or Equivalent.
• IELTS 6.5 or Equivalent.

Nursing

• Academic: 60% or Equivalent.
• IELTS:7.0 or Equivalent.

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• Aussies drink 1.7 billion liters of beer per year (that’s about 680 bottles of beer for each adult.)
• Uluru is underground for 5 km.
• The world’s cleanest air is found in Tasmania.
• More snow falls on the Australian Alps than the Swiss Alps.
• There Are Over 60 Different Wine Regions in Australia.
• The largest sand island in the world is called Fraser Island.
• The Great Ocean Road serves as the largest war memorial in the world.
• In Australia, 80% of the animals are exclusive.
• 90% of Australians reside near the coast.
• More than 25% of all Australians were born in another country
• The world’s oldest fossil was discovered in Australia (3.4 billion years old)
• Australia is the only continent that doesn’t have an active volcano.
• Australians eat both of the animals on the country’s national emblem (Kangaroo and Emu)
• The largest eco-system in the world is the Great Barrier Reef.

Student Cities

Melbourne

Melbourne is the capital and most populous city of the Australian state of Victoria. The city is home to seven universities which feature in the international rankings, and achieves the best score in the entire index for ‘student mix’, with multicultural exchange highlighted among the best things about student life in Melbourne. With beautiful beaches and a high standard of living (Melbourne is currently rated the world’s most livable city by The Economist), the city also achieves a strong score for ‘desirability’. Melbourne is also Australia’s highest ranked city in both the ‘rankings’ and ‘employer activity’ categories.

Sydney

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australia and Oceania. It is the economic and financial hub of Australia which is also ranked as one of the Best Student Cities index. The city also ranks well for ‘student mix’, with a quarter of students at its five internationally ranked universities coming from overseas. Aside from offering an enjoyable student experience, the city is home to some of Australia’s most respected universities, two of which rank among the top 50 in the QS World University Rankings 2015/16.

Brisbane

Brisbane is the capital of and the most populous city in the Australian state of Queensland, and the third most populous city in Australia. Considered a very friendly city, Brisbane is home to three major universities and a sizable student population. Brisbane offers an ideal mix for students seeking a balance between urban and outdoor lifestyles. Stunning beaches, a sunny climate and a sporting culture coexist with a cosmopolitan down-town area offering a trendy nightlife and arts scene.

Adelaide

Australia’s fifth largest city, Adelaide is located on the south coast and is known for its attractive wide boulevards, open spaces, parklands and easily navigable city center. Three universities based in Adelaide: the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia and Flinders University are featured in the QS World University Rankings. The city achieves its best score in the ‘student mix’ category, with a large and diverse student population.

Perth

Perth is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Western Australia (WA). It is one of the best student cities scoring well for both ‘desirability’ and ‘student mix’. There are five universities located in Perth, which is regarded as Australia’s “Education City.” The quality of education is best with the qualitative student support services. The universities in Perth are: Curtin University, Edith Cowan University and University of Western Australia.

Gold Coast

The last of our greatest student cities in Australia is a brand-new addition that you might not be familiar with but it shouldn’t be disregarded. South of Brisbane in Queensland, Gold Coast is ranked 69th on the list of the Best Student Cities. It offers 300 days of sunshine a year, 52 kilometers of golden sand, and a neighborhood called “Surfer’s Paradise.” It’s no surprise that Gold Coast obtains the top score in the ‘desirability’ category of the QS Best Student Cities ranking because surfers and other beach lovers would feel completely at home there. The neighboring rural hinterland, sometimes known as the “green behind the gold,” is a lush, subtropical rainforest with three national parks, with numerous mountains, natural rock formations, and magnificent waterfalls away from all the skyscrapers.

Education System in Australia

Australia has an integrated nationwide system of qualifications, known as the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF), which is recognized by the Australian Government. Under this, students can move easily from one level of study to the next and receive credit for previous study. It brings together the qualifications offered at different levels. Under this, Australian Universities offer Bachelor degrees, Master’s degrees, Doctorate, Postgraduate certificates and Postgraduate Diplomas that are recognized throughout the world. There are provisions of Vocational Education and Training as well as Higher Education:

Vocational Education And Training In Australia (VET) :

Australia offers a wide variety of Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses. They are offered through TAFE, Registered Training Organizations (RTOs), or some Universities. It is a means of training and qualifying for a highly skilled job in business, the arts, or industry, or as an alternative pathway into university degree studies. The course duration is usually 2 to 2.5 years. The VET qualifications can include:

• Certificate level courses (6 months to 2 years)
• Diploma (1- 2 years)
• Advanced Diploma (1.5 – 2 years)

Undergraduate Studies in Australia:

Bachelor programmes in Australia may vary from 3 to 5 year which are available across all faculties of Arts, Commerce, Science, IT and Medicine. A Bachelor Degree is the basic qualification for entry to a field. It provides a systematic body of knowledge, the underlying principles, and the problem-solving techniques to work in a discipline.

Postgraduate Studies:

Master Degree (Coursework) involves traditional coursework that develops expertise in the field. A Masters Degree takes either one year after a Bachelor’s Degree with honors or two years after a Bachelor’s Degree. Meanwhile, Masters Degree (Research), a 2 years degree is a course of independent research that will further enhance skills and understanding of the chosen field of study.

Doctoral Degree or Phd:

The highest award offered by Australian universities, the Doctoral Degree is a research program that varies from 3 – 4 years, although it can have some coursework. The three components of Doctoral Degree are A review of literature, experimentation or other methodical approaches to a body of knowledge; an original research project that makes a contribution to understanding and knowledge in the field; a substantial, well-ordered thesis that shows a relationship between the research and the field of study.

INTAKES

The intakes to study in Australia are:

• March
• July
• November

The major intake is March and July and November intake is available for few programs only. The VET providers have more intakes for their programs than the higher education providers and Universities.

What are the expenses in reality, then? International students’ annual tuition costs for bachelor’s degrees in Australia start at roughly AUD$20,000, with the average tuition costing around AUD$30,000 (source: Australian Universities 2019).

The cost of tuition is a little less expensive in Australia’s smaller cities and suburbs than it is in its bigger cities, including Sydney and Melbourne.

• Bachelor degree

Tuition for master’s degrees ranges from AUD $26,600 to AUD$76,584 annually.

• Master’s Degrees

In Australia, bachelor’s degrees cost between AUD$23,200 and AUD$43,680 annually.

Required Tests to Study in Australia

To study in Australia, for admission into any level of programs, English proficiency such as International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Pearson Test of English (PTE A) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for admission and visa purpose as well. In addition to that, no other formal tests are required as compared to the USA or Canada.

Entry Requirements / Eligibility

Undergraduate – Bachelors

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
• 6.0 IELTS / 79 TOEFL / 50-58 PTE

Postgraduate – Masters

• Completion of Bachelors degree from a recognized university
• 6.5 IELTS / 90 TOEFL / 59-64 PTE
• Work Experience in relevant field for any gap years

Admission Procedure

For international students planning to study in Australia, the application process involves several steps. The application procedure to the providers is fairly easy. The required documents include:

• Academic Documents
• English Proficiency (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE)
• A valid passport
• Application Form
• Statement of Purpose
• Work Experience (For gap years)
• Marriage Certificate (If married)

VISA APPLICATION

The Visa Application of Australia is completed online through an IMMI Account. After filling the form and paying the visa application fee, students have to provide their biometric details in the VFS global. To grant a visa students need to show that they are Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) meeting the criteria. The required documents are:

• A valid passport
• Financial ability to pay for the study
• Appropriate information about academic and English ability
• E- Coe (electronic confirmation of enrolment) for a course
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Health and Character Certificate
• Fulfillment of Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)

To maintain a student visa in Australia students must comply with several visa conditions including attendance and academic performance.

The document checklist for Australia: Link to the document checklist of Australia in the website For more information about visas, please visit:

A variety of scholarships are offered to overseas students. For the most recent information, it is recommended to visit the website of the university of your choice.

VU International Future Leaders Scholarship – 20% on Tuition fee for two semesters

Australia Awards – Full Tuition fees

Monash Merit Scholarship – 13,709 AUD

Australia’s Global Award – 6,854-13,709 AUD

Merit Scholarship – 25% tuition fee

UC Scholarship – 15% tuition fee

Australia Awards Scholarship – Variable amount

Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program – 50% tuition fee

After receiving confirmation of your study location, you should hunt for lodging that meets your requirements and your budget. Student housing is frequently in great demand and needs advance preparation. When looking for accommodations, factors to take into account are:

Your chosen state, city, and kind of lodging will all affect the costs.

Always check the total price and make sure your rental agreement includes any additional costs you might have to pay, such as a bond and utility fees.

Think about how far your lodging is from the school and whether it is conveniently located near a bus or rail station.

Learn about neighboring retail malls, medical centers, emergency response capabilities, and other attractions.

Working Prospects

Australians typically work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. But don’t be shocked if your coworkers ask you out for drinks after work. These meetings are essential for team building, but you can always decline.

The following is the procedure to follow if you have to work extra hours, on Sundays, or on a holiday:

If you work overtime, you will be compensated at a rate of 1.5 times your regular rate of pay.

You will receive double your regular compensation on Sundays.

You will be paid one and a half times your regular rate of pay for the first 7.6 hours of public holidays (weekdays) and two and a half times your regular rate of pay for the remaining hours.

You will be paid two and a half times your regular rate of pay on public holidays (weekends).

Part-Time job for international Student:

1. Whether it’s a tiny or big chain business, retail
2. Services like restaurants, cafés, hotels, or even Crown Casino fall under the category of hospitality.
3. Industry: It’s possible that you’ll be able to find a paid internship or part-time employment in an area related to your subject of study.