Study In Australia
Studying in Australia is a great way to experience the unique Aussie lifestyle while gaining great new skills. Australia has world-class universities, practical vocational colleges, and outstanding English language schools to support international students.
If you are looking to stay in Australia for an extended period of time, an Australian Student Visa is your best starting point.
You can apply for a Student Visa by studying:
You can apply for a Student Visa by studying:
- English Courses(General English, IELTS preparation, Cambridge, etc.)
- Vocational Courses(Business, Marketing, Tourism, Sport & Fitness, Hospitalities, etc.)
- University Courses(Bachelor’s Degree. Master and Ph.D.)
Go Study Australia is a specialized agency in education in Australia. We have strong relationships with over 200 Australian colleges, language schools, and universities, and can give you personalized and free advice on where to study based on your needs and goals.
Go Study Australia is here to provide free support regardless of which study program you are interested in.
We will guide you through the complex process of obtaining a Student Visa in Australia, from the choice of a school to the enrolment.
Contact our Go Study counselors to have more information.
Why you should choose a Student Visa in Australia (Subclass 500):
Benefits of a Student Visa in Australia:
Student Visa has multiple benefits and can be the perfect solution to live in Australia.
Study and Work in Australia
It allows you to study and work in Australia throughout the duration of your course. You are entitled to work 40 hours per fortnight (2 weeks) during your studies, and full-time during your schools breaks.
The student visa is the perfect solution to extend your stay in Australia after a Working Holiday Visa or a Work And Holiday Visa.
Contact our Go Study counselors to have more information.
Long-term and short-term visa
It gives you the option of applying for a short-term or a long-term visa.
Some students will study for 6 months while others may study for 3 years or more on their Australian Student Visa.
Let us know your goals and we can advise you on the best package to ensure your visa length is appropriate.
No age limitation
You can apply for an Australian Student Visa at any age.
However, special conditions apply if you are under 18 years old. Contact Go Study Team to have more info.
Obtain an Australian diploma
You can obtain an official Diploma, Bachelor Degree or Master’s Degree recognized by the Australian educational framework.
An Australian qualification is internationally recognized as one of the highest standards of education in the world. This certificate may be a key component which will enable you to apply for a work visa, or even better – it could be your foot in the door to get sponsored by an approved Australian employer or business.
Post-Graduate visa
You may apply for a 2-year Post-Study Work Visa once you graduate. If you study for 2 years at a higher education level, you will automatically be entitled* to a 2-year post-study work visa.
This means you will have 2 whole years to work full-time in an Australian company, gain experience working in an Australian environment and if you choose to – seek sponsorship. If you would like to study a Higher Education degree, talk to us now.
Go Study Australia can help you find a course that matches your interest and career ambitions. We look through our wide range of colleges and universities network and offer you the best course to suit your needs.
*Please, note that you won’t be eligible for a post-study work visa if your first student visa was lodged before November 2011
Include a partner a family member
You can include your family members and/or your partner when lodging your student visa application. This means, if you are studying, your family may also be able to join you in Australia.
For instance, if you are studying at a Masters Level, your partner will even get full work rights for the duration of your visa. If you need further information on this matter, please contact us.
Duration of a Student Visa in Australia
The student visa duration depends on the program you choose:
- if you enroll for a 6-month course, your Student Visa will be valid for6 months
- if you enroll for a 3-year program, your Student Visa will be valid for 3 years
The program you choose must be between 12 and 52 weeks in order to be eligible for a Student Visa.
Depending on the length of your course, your visa will be granted with the following additional times once you finish your studies:
- For courses below 10 months of duration, you will be given 1 month extra.
- For courses over the 10-month threshold, you will be given 2 extra months.
- For courses over 10 months in which the term end date is December, you will be given 3 extra months.
Cost of a Student Visa in Australia
The current fees in order to apply for a Student Visa (Subclass 500) are set to $575 AUD (Approx. 364€).
The price is always the same no matter the length of your studies.
Please note that this price may vary depending on the location where you apply for your Student Visa (Australia or onshore). The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has built a pricing estimator tool to help future applicants to quickly get a price overview of their visa application.
Renewal of the Student Visa in Australia
You can renew your Student Visa as many times as you want, as long as you are enrolled in a course approved by CRICOS. However, you need to be advised that if you have had multiple student visas in the past, the Government may question the genuineness of your application.
Our expert staff at Go Study can explain all your options relating to extending or renewing your student visa.
Requirements of a Student Visa in Australia:
In order to apply for a Student Visa, you will need to meet the following requirements.
Confirmation Of Enrolment (COE)
You will need to provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) or Letter of Offer issued by the education provider you have chosen. Go Study will help you submit your application with an approved college so you can get your COE.
Please note that to obtain this document, the course you selected must be registered under CRICOS framework (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students).
Go Study has built an extensive network of more than 200 accredited educational providers across Australia and we helped over 16.000 students from all over the world to begin their educational journey in Australia.
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
Applicants should provide enough evidence to support that their intentions in Australia are temporary for the purpose of study or accompany a student as a dependant or guardian. This means that an applicant should show that they intend to study in Australia then leave (to their home country or otherwise). You will need to write a statement to prove that you comply with the integrity measure of the Australian student visa programme. Later on, this document will be assessed by the case officer responsible.
You will need to write a statement to prove that you comply with the integrity measure of the Australian student visa programme. Later on, this document will be assessed by the case officer responsible for your visa application, who then will consider if your personal circumstances meet this GTE requirement.
If you wish to read more about this criterion, further information can be found at the Department of Immigration and Border Protection website. Before you apply for a course, your Go Study counselor will discuss your goals and intentions with you and help explain all the details of the GTE process.
Financial requirements
When lodging your student visa application you may need to show evidence of sufficient funds to cover tuition fees, travel expenses and living costs for the intended period of stay. These requirements vary depending on which country you are from and which institution you will be studying at.
In most cases, the amount to be considered as enough funds will depend on the length of the course and its tuition fees. For example, the financial capacity of a student who would like to pursue a 3 year Bachelor course will be different from those students who are seeking a 12-month English course.
To find out if you are likely to provide documentary evidence to comply with the student visa financial capacity requirements, please refer to the Document Checklist Tool developed by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
This process can be complex and confusing, so our experienced counselors at Go Study can help explain this essential part of obtaining an Australian Student Visa.
English Proficiency Requirement
Some students may need to provide an up-to-date certificate of an English language test as part of the Student Visa application. This will depend on what course you wish to study.
Good news for those citizens and passport holders of one of the following English-speaking countries: USA, Canada, New Zealand, UK and Republic of Ireland, as they will be exempt from this language requirement.
Moreover, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection set out a further list of English language exemptions. Check if you fall into one of those categories as you may not need to prove your English proficiency.
For those of you who are required to show evidence of an acceptable language test score, please contact us to further discuss which course you would like to study.
We will advise you with a comprehensive list of providers available to assess your language skills and the valid minimum test score to meet this requirement.
Please, be aware that although the Australian Government sets a minimum language score for each education level (e.g Diploma vs Bachelor), your education provider might have a different language skill level based on the course you’ve chosen. For example, you may have an IELTS score of 6 (IELTS is an international language test). However, some Bachelor’s Degrees require an IELTS score of 6.5 or 7 depending on the institution or the course. In these cases, you might have to retake the exam to reach that grade or look for another course that is within the threshold.
Still unsure if you comply with this condition? Contact us and explain your personal circumstances and the course you have in mind.
Australian Health Requirement
As an Australian Student Visa applicant, you must undergo a medical health examination. This will depend on a number of factors:
- the type of visa that you are applying for
- the length of your intended stay in Australia
- your country’s level of tuberculosis risk
- your intended activities in Australia
- any special circumstances that may be applicable
- the presence of any significant medical conditions
All costs related to the medical examination are your responsibility. For instance, if you undertake a medical examination and your visa application is not approved you will not be eligible for a refund of any costs you may have incurred.
For further information to know what type of medical examinations are required for a temporary visa application, please visit the Department of Immigration and Border Protection site.
Australian Character Requirement
Everyone who wants to enter in Australia will be assessed against this character requirements. As a temporary entrant you might be asked to provide police certificates for each country you have lived in for 12 months or more, over the last 10 years (calculated immediately before the time the visa application is lodged), since turning 16 years of age.
More information about this criterion is available here.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Australian Student Visa Applicants must register with an OSHC insurance provider for the duration of their time as a student in Australia. This health insurance policy is mandatory for all the applicants who wish to study in Australia (restrictions to a few countries apply).
OSHC is a special health insurance scheme designed for the international student what will help you cover any potential medical or hospital expenses that you may incur during your stay in Australia. It will also cover a certain amount of pharmaceuticals and ambulance services.
The current government authorized providers of an OSHC policy are:
- AHM (Australian Health Management)
- BUPA OSHC
- NIB OSHC
- Medibank PrivateAllianz Global Assistance
- Allianz Global Assistance
Compare the features and the price of their policies on this website and get an instant quote of the total cost of your OSHC health insurance:
At Go Study we help students on a daily basis, so we usually know what you might need if you just arrived in Australia or even if you’ve been here for quite a while.
Save time and money by directly talking to us to get you covered. Go Study can set up your OSHC provider and offer you high-quality coverage at the cheapest rate.
Need more information? Visit the Department of Health and read through the most frequently asked questions about OSCH.
Cost of annual living amounts
Every application where evidence of funds is required should include the following cost of living amounts in their calculation of funds:
- Student or guardian: AUD$20,290
- Partner or spouse: AUD$7,100
- Child: AUD$3,040
sources: https://www.gostudy.com.au