Study in Australia

Why Study in Australia?

1. Globally recognized Institutions and colleges: Australian colleges and Institutions are top-rated and have global recognition. Institutions and universities in Australia are highly known for their research and training methodologies. Also, they are highly known for their academic excellence and teaching approach which is fondly spoken of worldwide.
2. Financial Affordability: The country is sophisticated in one of its own kind but as Indian students, you will have a reduction in the tuition fee including internationally approved scholarships. Many scholarships cover the tuition fee and this also encourages the students from humble backgrounds to experience a world-class education.
3. Hi-Tech Cities: Australia is filled with top cities to explore starting from Sydney with its amazing architecture, Perth with its stunning sandy beaches, Melbourne with sporty activities, Brisbane with its stunning shopping arcade, the phenomenal bars and city life, to Canberra the capital city with top institutions, museums and excellency in itself.
4. Preferential choice amongst many Indian students: Due to its increased popularity, Australia is one of the top preferred choices of study abroad for many Indian students due to the liberty to pursue world class education and post study work option.
5. Australia consistently ranks in the top five when it comes to quality of life. Housing and accommodation is of good quality, public transport is available, food and water are high quality, and many public amenities are accessible. Students can experience a wide range of leisure and sporting activities, and can expect low crime rates and a safe environment.
6. International students in Australia on a valid student visa can work for up to 20 hours per week while school is in session, and there is no limit on the number of hours an international student can work during recognized school vacations
7. Multicultural, friendly society, with over 550,000 international students coming to study each year
8. One of world's top 5 study destinations
9. Excellent pathway and articulation between programmes such as diploma to degree.
10. Incredibly beautiful country with a wide range of scenic and leisure opportunities
11. No application fee in a majority of universities.
12. Lower entry requirements of universities with relatively higher international rankings.
13. No Visa interviews and quick visa outcomes.

Admission Intakes available with Australian Universities

• February and July
• Offered by Universities and Private Colleges
• Courses offered: All popular areas

• October/November
• Offered by Private Colleges and some of the major universities (e.g. Deakin University and Griffith University)
• Courses offered: Business, Information Technology and Engineering

Australia has taken pride in delivering a prosperous academic outcome in which 7 of Australian universities which have consistently been ranking in the top 100 of the QS world ranking and Times Higher Education ranking. The top universities such as Torrens University, James Cook University, The University of Western Australia, UNSW Sydney, University of Canberra and more.

• Public – 38 Universities
• Private – 3 Universities (Bond, Notre Damn and Torrens)
• International Universities – 2 (Carnegie Mellon and University College London)
• The Higher Education Sector in Australia primarily consists of Universities
• The top 8 universities in Australia are popularly known as Group of 8
• Australian Universities offer pathway programs, bachelor’s & master’s degrees and doctoral programs

Entrance exams required for Study Australia:

1. ISAT: International Student Admission Test is conducted by the universities and colleges conducting the healthcare programs such as medicine, occupational therapy and speech, language pathology etc. in Australia. Many prestigious institutes consider the ISAT scores and the scores are acceptable and valid from one year till the test date. The minimum required score is 60 for admissions in top universities.
2. LSAT: The LSAT exam is conducted by Law schools on behalf of the LSAC Law School Admission Council, USA. Students choosing Law program in UG or PG level need to write their exam.
3. SAT: Scholastic Aptitude Test measures the student’s ability for UG courses. Basically, it records the parameters of the student’s willingness to be ready to get into college. It is MCQ based and has two options Math and logical reasoning with reading and writing. The minimum scores are 1200 for admissions, but scores above 1500 are prioritized best.
4. GMAT: GMAT is known as Graduate Management Admission Test. This is the most attempted exam by students who plan on taking admissions for business and management courses. This exam is specifically for students joining MBA and business schools. The duration for GMAT exam is for 3 hours and 7 minutes for one test completion. The Australian score requirement differs from universities. GMAT scores above 600 are considered to be good for admissions in the top universities.

Top Courses for study in Australia:

1. Medical sciences
2. Engineering
3. Architecture
4. Geology
5. Internet of things
6. Business management
7. Construction and Urban planning
8. Business analytics
9. Allied health sciences
10. Accounting and finance

Documentation for Australian Student Visa (subclass 500):

1. Valid passport up to date.
2. Proof of enrollment
3. Students should hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) or either fall in any of the exemption categories and Details of health check up record and insurance policy.
4. Statement of purpose and why you chose the specific university
5. Evidence of visa application and its fees.
6. Academic documentation
7. Letter of recommendation from the latter`s former university or college.
8. Evidence of English proficiency test such as IELTS or TOEFL score.
9. Provide GTE statement Genuine Temporary Entrant.
10. Passport size photographs
11. Evidence of financial stability
12. Details of accommodation and residency location.