Australia Study Visa Consultant

Australia, officially called as Commonwealth of Australia, is a leading global education hub; it is known for its high-quality academic framework and innovative policy. It has over 22,000 courses to choose from across more than 1100 universities and colleges, most of which have been listed among the world’s top institutions. Australia is one of the top 10 happiest countries in the world, considered one of the best places to live in (Forbes 2018). Australia has five of the 30 best student cities in the world based on student mix, affordability, quality of life and job opportunities.

Apply study visa for Australia study visa today with Crosslink Education Consulting, one of the most trusted study abroad consultants in Delhi, India for Australia.

Why Study in Australia?

Australia has become an ideal place for higher education studies, sought by many prospective international students. According to data from the Australian High Commission in New Delhi, the number of Indian students studying in Australia has risen to seven years. Indian students are increasingly opting for admission to Australian colleges, as the United States and the United Kingdom seem to shut their doors with anti-immigrant rhetoric and stricter rules that make it difficult to stay after the course has ended. There are plenty of other reasons why students choose Australia, Like-
• Top-Ranked Universities
• Internationally accredited qualifications
• Diversity of Education
• Easy to work after completion of your studies
• Incomparable quality of life

Education System in Australia

The academic excellence, campus life, and qualified instructors are other key reasons behind Australian universities being ranked in the QS World Ranking and Times Higher Education Rankings consistently. It has a well-structured curriculum that focuses on a variety of skills, including critical thinking, creativity, communication, literacy, analysis, ethical understanding and more. The education system in Australia provides primary, secondary and tertiary education.

School Education (Primary and Secondary)

Across Australia, school education is similar, with only minor variations between states and territories. Education (primary and secondary) between the ages of six and seventeen (years 1 to 9 or 10) is mandatory. Education at school is 13 years old and is divided into:

• Primary school – runs for seven or eight years, from kindergarten to 6 or 7 years.

• Secondary school – 3 or 4 years, from 7 to 10 or 8 to 10 years.

• Senior high school – Two years, 11 and 12 years.

Tertiary education Higher education (including universities) and vocational education and training (VET) are part of tertiary education.

Language of instruction

English is Australia’s official language and the main language of education in the education system. Many schools offer in other languages bilingual programs or programs.

Academic intakes

Australian colleges and universities offer two major intakes, unlike a single intake at Indian universities. Intakes can also be referred to in some universities as a semester. The two intakes available in Australia are:

1> Semester 1: Starts late February/early March

2> Semester 2: Starts late July/early August

Top Universities in Australia

University of New South Wales	The University of Sydney
The University of Melbourne	The University of Adelaide
Bond University	Federation University
The University of Sunshine Coast	The University of Queensland
The University of Tasmania	James Cook University
Charles Stuart College	Victoria University

Eligibility Criteria For Australia Study Visa

General criteria for applications in Australian universities are-

1> English Language Skills:

All applicants are required to take a recognized English language skills test. IELTS / TOEFL / PTE score is generally considered by the Australian Universities / Institutions

For undergraduate programs, a minimum score of 6 IELTS Band is required in each section and a minimum score of 6.5 IELTS Band is required for postgraduate programs with a minimum score of 6.

2> Academic Requirements:

(i) Undergraduate Study in Australia

a) High-school certificate or 12th year of school education

b) Academic scores of at least 60 percent or more in class XII

c) Mathematics in class XII as a prerequisite (for some courses in science and technology)

(ii) Postgraduate Study in Australia

a) Recognized a bachelor’s degree or 15 years of education

b) Strong academic background

c) Relevant work experience (some universities require this for MBA programs)

Documents Checklist for Australia Study Visa

Here is a list of documents required for Australia-

1> Attested copies of X, XII & Graduate Degree (if applicable), Mark Sheets including Backlogs (Re-sits)

2> Proof of English language skills, e.g.. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE etc.

3> Standardized Tests e.g. GMAT, GRE (where required)

4> Two academic references

5> Two references from employers (where applicable)

6> Passport sized photographs

7> Statement of Purpose (SOP)

8> Resume/CV

9> Application fees draft, if applicable

10> Portfolio (for courses in art, design and architecture)

11> Other certificates and extracurricular activities

Note: Documents required for individual universities and individual courses in Australia may vary.

Australia Student Visa

Effective from 1st July 2016, international students who want to come to Australia to study full-time at a registered educational institution must apply for a Student visa (subclass 500).

All of the following types of study are included on this visa.

1> Independent English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students

2> Schools (primary and secondary)

3> A secondary school exchange program

4> Vocational education and training (VET)

5> Higher education

6> Postgraduate research

7> Non-award courses

8> International students sponsored by the Department of Foreign Affairs

Documents Checklist for Student Visa (Subclass 500) –

Following documents will be required for the application purposes

i) Valid Passport

ii) Non-immigrant Visa Application

iii) Application fee payment receipt

iv) Confirmation of Enrollment

v) Acceptance Letter

vi) Letter from your current Institution

vii) Overseas health Insurance receipt

viii) 2 or 4 passport size photograph

Note: Additional Documentation May Be Required

Job Opportunities and Immigration

1> Part-time work option–

The interesting thing for students who are going to Australia under Visa Subclass 500 is eligible to work for up to 40 hours in a fortnight while the course is in Session and for unlimited hours when the course is not in session (during breaks). The only provision is that the student cannot start working until the course commences.

2) Post-Study Work Permit–

If you would like to stay in Australia to gain work experience after completing your Australian qualification you may be eligible to apply for a Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa. This visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to four years, depending on your qualifications. The Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa has two streams

i) Graduate Work stream—for eligible international students who graduate with skills and qualifications that relate to an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

ii) Post-Study Work stream—for eligible international students who graduate with a bachelor, masters or doctoral degree from an Australian education provider regardless of their field of study.

3) Permanent Residence-

Many international students enjoy their time in Australia so much that they apply for permanent residency so they can continue to live and work in Australia. It is an excellent country to obtain PR visa Accessible rules, procedures and smooth immigration policies attract many permanent residency seekers from around the world, especially from India.

The Australia PR process is a highly organized and systematic point-based system that assesses all applications on the basis of the applicant’s credentials, which include human core factors as well as factors related to education and skills.