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A peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, together with the cosmopolitan charisma of cities like Sydney and Melbourne, Australia could be the ideal destination for you.
Strong educational infrastructure, a high quality of life, relatively lower expenses and easy visa chances have made Australia, a preferred destination for courses in the recent times. Though facing a heavy competition, Australian education is gaining increased acceptance in the global arena. |
In the past 10 years, more than 14 Lakh students from overseas have studied in Australia which is a proof of the growing craze for Australia.
Of these, around 27,000 were Indian students, studying mainly in the fields of post-graduate studies. Students from all over the world come to Australia to take advantage of its world-class higher education, its progressive vocational education and training, its excellent schools and its world leadership in English language courses for international students.
These students enjoy not only our high quality courses of study, but also our specialist support services and our safe and welcoming society.
The internationalization of Australian education and training has been occurring at a rapid rate. Linkages between Australian and overseas schools, universities and colleges, and linkages and exchange between individual students and staff have blossomed. The Australian Department of Education, Science & Training is represented in India at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi.
The method of study in Australia may be very different to what you have experienced so far. Therefore it is important to give yourself a head start. Keep up to date with Australian news and current affairs and become familiar with Australia's education system and learning culture.
When you arrive, practice listening to the Australian accent - it is different but you will soon understand the local terms and way of speaking.
In Australia, students are expected to conduct independent research, collect and analyze data by themselves or in-groups, to raise questions, to participate in discussions and debates with other students and teachers. Rote learning does not exist and students take an active part in the learning process. Students spend a great deal of time in libraries and laboratories conducting their own research. To be a successful student you will need to adapt to these new methods of learning and assessment.
Students are assessed continuously through essays, presentations, tests, assignments etc. One thing that may surprise you is the amount of access that you will be able to obtain with your tutors and lecturers. If you are having an academic problem, discuss it with them - don't let it develop from a minor issue into a major problem for you
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Australia is Situated between, and isolated by, the Indian and Pacific oceans. It has many animals and plants, which are unique to the planet. The surface geology is typically old and flat.
In land area, Australia is the sixth largest nation and it has, however, a relatively small population. Australia is the only nation to govern an entire continent and its outlying islands and also is the driest inhabited continent on earth. |
Climate: Nearly a third of Australia is in the tropics and the rest is in the temperate zone : Summer is from December to February; autumn from March to May; winter from June to August; and spring from September to November.
Language: Although English is the official language, a host of other languages like French, Spanish and Hindi are spoken in Australia.
Culture: Australia is a safe, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious multi-cultural society in which students can learn, travel and live harmoniously. Australia is a safe country compared to almost any other country world. Crime and political unrest are rarely seen in Australia. Your study plans and progress are not likely to be upset by political turmoil.
People from about 200 countries have migrated to Australia, making Australia one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. The multicultural nature of Australian society means international students are readily accepted by other students and teachers.
Australia is rich in the arts and music. In music, Australia has developed a fertile environment that supports a great range of musical tastes ranging from the most avant-garde experimental to folk, from the youthful sounds of chart-busting pop to the unique music of the aboriginal people.
Painting in Australia has a history that can not only be traced back over forty thousand years of Aboriginal culture but also is represented in the major museums and galleries of modern and avant-garde art, worldwide.
People: Australians are open, warm and friendly people and you will find a welcoming embrace in Australia. Many students living in home stay situations experience Australian family life in a natural, friendly way and often find they are treated like a family member. Wherever you live - home stay, boarding school or campus accommodation - you will discover many opportunities to make lasting friendships.
Religion: Australia is predominantly a Christian country; however, all religions are represented in the community. Devotees will find churches, mosques, temples and synagogues located in most major cities.
Sports and recreation: Australians are very keen on sport and outdoor activities and has a world wide reputation for sports and outdoor activities. This is endorsed by the Olympic Committee's selection of Sydney to host the Olympic Games in the year 2000.
Transport: Australia has an extensive public transport system that includes trains, buses, tramways, ferries, two major national airlines and a number of regional airlines. Metropolitan areas are divided into zones and your ticket type and cost depends on which zone you are going to travel in and for how long.
Tourist students may drive in Australia on a valid overseas driver's license but if the document is not in the English language the visitor must carry a translation with the permit. An international driving license is not sufficient by itself.
Cab services: Metered taxicabs operate in all major cities and towns. There is a minimum charge on hiring and then a charge per kilometer traveled. Taxi drivers do not expect to be tipped.
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Courses in Australia
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Australia has emerged as a popular destination for higher
education because of its strong educational infrastructure, a
high quality of life, and relatively lower expenses.
Australia has both government and private Universities that
offer to programs called "Under Graduate", and after graduation
courses called "Graduate Programs or Post Graduate". |
The most popular courses of study for international students
have been in the fields of Business, Administration and
Economics, followed by Science, then Arts, Humanities and Social
Sciences.
In general the time duration of a Graduate Certificates =6
months, Master=1 year, Master Honor=1.5 year, Doctorate= 2
years.
However these degrees are not measured by time but by subjects/
courses taken, therefore depending on how may subjects courses
they do per semester, it may impact the time it takes to
complete them.
Most of these post graduate courses however, do have a time
limit to Complete.
Types of Programs and Qualifications
Undergraduate
- Bachelor Degree
- Bachelor Degree (with
Honors)
- Undergraduate Diplomas
- Associate Diplomas
Postgraduate
- Masters Degrees
- Doctoral Degrees
- Graduate Diplomas
- Graduate Certificates
As per the
official site for Australian Education, The
student visa has seven separate sub-classes
for each education sector. You should apply
under the visa sub-class for your principal
course of study.
| Student visa sub-classes |
| Subclass 570 |
Independent ELICOS |
| for
international students undertaking
ELICOS (English Language Intensive
Courses for Overseas Students) as a
stand-alone course, and not as a
prerequisite to commencing another
course (for example, a degree course) |
| Subclass 571 |
Schools |
| for
international students undertaking
ELICOS (English Language Intensive
Courses for Overseas Students) as a
stand-alone course, and not as a
prerequisite to commencing another
course (for example, a degree course) |
| Subclass 572 |
Vocational
and technical education (VTE) sector |
| covers
Certificate I, II, III and IV, Diploma
and Advanced Diploma. |
| Subclass 573 |
Higher
education |
| covers a
Bachelor degree, Associate Degree,
Graduate Certificate, and Graduate
Diploma |
| Subclass 574 |
Postgraduate Research |
| covers a
Masters degree by coursework or by
research, and a Doctoral degree |
| Subclass 575 |
Non-award |
| covers
foundation, bridging or other courses
that do not lead to the award of a
degree, diploma or other formal award |
| Subclass 576 |
AusAID or
Defence sponsored |
| covers
full-time study undertaken by AusAID or
Defence students sponsored by the
Australian Government. |
General requirements
(Check 'Applying for a Student
Visa' on Form 1160i)
- you are
of good character
- you are
of sound health
- you have
acceptable health insurance through the
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for
yourself and members of your family unit
accompanying you to Australia
- you have
no outstanding debts to the Commonwealth
of Australia, or have made arrangements
acceptable to the Minister to repay such a
debt
- where
you are under 18 years of age, acceptable
arrangements for your accommodation,
support and general welfare are in place
Offer of a place in a course and
confirmation of enrolment
(Check 'Applying for a Student Visa' on Form 1160i)
If you are applying outside Australia and
your visa application will be assessed at
Assessment Level 3, 4 or 5, you should
provide:
an 'Offer of a place in a course' letter
from your Australian education provider at
the time you lodge your application; and an
electronic confirmation of enrolment
certificate issued by your education
provider after you lodge your application if
you are requested by the Australian overseas
mission to do so.
This process allows a preliminary or
Pre-Visa Assessment to be made on your
application to see if you are genuinely
seeking to enter Australia for the purpose
of study.
If you are applying outside Australia in
Assessment Level 1 or 2, or in Australia in
any Assessment Level, an electronic
confirmation of enrolment certificate (CoE)
is required before you lodge your
application and a copy is to be provided
with your application.
Note: A letter of offer is acceptable where
a client lodges an application within
Australia, but they must have a CoE for
grant of a student visa application.
Student visa
conditions
You must satisfy attendance and course
requirements and maintain a valid enrolment
for your course
You must not work unless you have been
granted permission to do so
You must maintain your Overseas Student
Health (OSHC) cover while in Australia
You must leave Australia before your visa
expires
You must remain with the education provider
you originally enrolled with for the first
12 months of your course or, if the course
is less than 12 months, for the duration of
your course
You must advise your education provider of
your residential address within seven days
of your arrival in Australia and must advise
any changes of address within seven days
If you change education provider you must
inform your current education provider
within seven days of issue of an eCoE if you
are an unaccompanied student applicant under
18 years of age you must obtain written
approval of your education provider before
you change your address, support and welfare
arrangements in Australia.
More detail about visa conditions can be
found on the DIMIA website.
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Australia
Melbourne (Aus)
Nova Institute of Technology
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Southern Cross College of Vocational College |
Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE(NMIT) |
Carrick Institute of Education |
MIBT with Deakin |
Swan Hill College |
Chisholm Institute of TAFE |
Victorian Institute of Culinary Arts & Tech. (VICAT) |
Della International/Sunshine |
Education Access Australia |
MIT (UOB) |
Academia International College |
AMI (UOB) |
Brighton Institute of Technology (BIT) |
Central Queensland University |
Victoria University
RMIT University |
ANIBT |
Headmasters |
Cambridge International College (CIC) |
Ashmark Institute of Australia |
University of Ballarat |
AITE |
Menzies College |
St. George Institute |
AOI Institute |
Matrix English / IDEA |
Layas Institute |
Australian National College (ANC) |
KAPS College |
Meridian College |
Holmes College |
Hales |
Angad (Australian Institute of Tech.) |
Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE) |
Melbourne College of Hairdressing (MCohb) |
South Pacific College |
Victoria University |
Ozford College |
HTA (Hospitality Training Association) |
Kangan Batman TAFE |
Sunshine College |
Sheilla Baxtor |
Melbourne Language Centre (ELICOS only) |
Stotts College |
Standin International College |
Universal Institute of Technology (UIT) |
The Academy of International Education (AIE) |
Florinda Air Academy |
Sydney (Aust)
Basair Aviation College |
SIBT at Macquarie University |
Sterling College |
SSBT |
IIBIT (UOB) |
University of New England |
Charles Sturt University |
University of Southern Queensland |
AIFE |
MIT (UOB & UNE) |
NSW International School |
Central Queensland University |
Illawara College |
Cambridge College International (CCI) |
SCBIT (Southern Queensland Uni.) |
Australian Catholic University (ACU) |
Intl. College of Higher Education (ICHE) |
Curtin Institute of Technology |
Abbey College |
Lamarat Institute |
Holmes College |
Canterbury |
Meridian College |
Australian Institute of Commerce & Language(AICL) |
Unique International College |
Victoria University |
University of Western Sydney |
CASS Training International College |
Brisbane (aus)
James Cook University |
BNIT (Brisbane North Institute of TAFE) |
Sarina Russo College |
Shafston College |
Intech Institute of Technology |
QIBT with Griffith University |
Spark College |
Sterling College |
University of Sunshine Coast |
Central Queensland University |
Holmes College |
Metro College |
Kingston College |
Nudgee International College |
Australian Insititute of Further Academics (AIFA) |
Australian College of Information Technology (ACIT) |
Brisbane College of Australia |
Carrers Australia Institute of Training
Adelaide (Aus) |
Cambridge International College |
ACT(Adelaide College of Technology) |
IIBIT (UOB) |
SCCVE |
AICH |
SAIBT |
Australian Institute of Further Academics |
Australian Institute of Higher Studies |
Adelaide Pacific International College (APIC) |
Perth Institute |
Carrers Australia Institute of Training |
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Perth (Aust)
Curtin Institute of Technology with Curtin Uni. |
PIBT with Edith Cowan University |
Cambridge International College (Perth) |
Stanley College |
GEOS (ELICOS only) |
Perth Institute |
WAEC (ELICOS only) |
Edith Cowan University |
Dental Nursing Australia |
Murdoch Institute of Technology |
Royal International College, Bentley, WA |
Perth College of Business & Technology (PCBT) |
Queensland (Aus)
University of the Sunshine Coast |
A.I.C. College of Arts (www.ikebana.com.au) |
Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE (TOWNSVILLE) |
James Cook University (TOWNSVILLE) |
Carrers Australia Institute of Training (TOWNSVILLE) |
TAFE Queensland |
Gold Coast (Aus)
Gold Coast TAFE |
Kings Intl. College |
Mackintosh College |
Holmes Colleges |
AICA Education |
Carrers Australia Institute of Training |
Canberra (Aus)
Canberra Institute of Technology
Darwin (Aus)
International College of Advanced Education
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CONDITIONS FOR APPLYING FOR A
VISA
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As a visa applicant, you must fulfill the following
requirements: |
An Offer of Acceptance - Before a
student can apply for a student visa, a valid offer
letter from a CRICOS registered Australian institute
is required.
English Proficiency - An IELTS
score is a mandatory requirement and evidence of
this must be included at the time of application for
the student visa. The TOEFL exam is not accepted.
Financial Capacity - Student visas
are granted when a student can prove that they have
adequate funds to support themselves in Australia ,
pay for their tuition and care for dependant family
members included on the visa.
Work Permit Rules - As a student in
Australia , you will only have a limited working
allowance on your visa. Therefore adequate funding
to pay for living expenses and tuition are important
and must be evidenced to gain the visa. If you take
time off from study to work, you will fall below
full-time study levels, exceed your work allowance
on the visa, or will fail academically. Any of these
things can lead to visa cancellation.
Bonafides - The student needs to
submit their past academic records for verification
as well as a statement of purpose for undertaking
the desired course.
Health cover - Because Medicare,
the Australian national health system, is not
available to overseas students, you must maintain
your Overseas Student Health (OSHC) cover while in
Australia.
Non-Immigrant Intent - You must
leave Australia before your visa expires.
Good Character - Other requirements
are that you be a genuine student, have good health
and be of good character-without a criminal record.
Student visa requirements
In order to get a Student Visa, you must satisfy the
norms of the Visa requirements and Your student visa
will list the conditions that apply specifically to
you. It is important to comply with your visa
conditions to avoid visa cancellation.
Here is the extracted information on Visa and it is
bound to timely changes. For more detailed, accurate
and up-to-date information on student visas and visa
requirements please check the official site -
Department of Immigration and
Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA)
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