Study Abroad Counseling For Australia

Australia - Destination for Education

Australia is a multicultural country, and this is reflected in the diversity of its student population. International students from all over the world come to study in Australia, providing a unique opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and diverse environment Australia’s Higher Education Institutions rank among the world’s best and the quality of education they offer is correspondingly high.

Higher education in Australia provides value for money by offering shorter and more intensive courses, they quickly incorporate latest innovations in science & technology, modern trends in marketing & management in their diploma/degree programs, hence Australian education is more practical and responsive to the needs of Trade & Industry.

Reasons to study in Australia

• Indian 12+3 is acceptable for Masters’ Degree
• Duration for the Masters courses is between 1, 1.5 to 2 yrs.
• Competitive costs for tuitions and living in comparison to other developed countries. Like USA, UK etc.
• Australian education is recognized worldwide from US to NZ.
• High Standard of education in international terms, good research facilities available with state of the art equipment.
• Visa process is straightforward and fair.
• Currently over 50000 Indian Students in Australia.
• Australian universities are members of an International Academic community and academic staff are frequently recruited on an international basis.
• Australian academics and graduates are keenly recruited into institutions overseas, indicating a measure of Quality Education.
• ESOS Act to protect the interest of overseas students.
• Safe country with pleasant climate and a stable democracy.
• In Australia every course offered in a university has CRICOS Code which is given by Australian
• Government reflecting that the education system is fully controlled by the Government in Australia.

Facts

• Full name: Commonwealth of Australia
• Population: 27 million (2022)
• Capital: Canberra
• Largest cities: Sydney. Melbourne and Brisbane
• Area: 7.7 million sq km (2.9 million sq miles)
• Major language: English
• Monetary unit: 1 Australian dollar = 100 cents
• GNI per capita: US $32,220 (World Bank, 2006)
• International dialing code: +61

Economy

Australia has a prosperous and mixed economy in western-style with a per capita GDP in excess of many urbanized countries like, UK, Germany, and France. It was ranked third in the United Nations in 2007 and sixth in The Economist in 2005. By the end of March 2008, the GDP per capita of Australia was about $ 824.9 Billion (CIA World Factbook). The inflation rate was 4.7% per annum and 4.5% of unemployment rate in 2008. Service sector constitutes 69% of GDP, whereas agriculture and natural resources constitute 3% and 5% of GDP respectively. These statistical facts advocate that there is excellent scope for career formation in every sector.

Climate

Australian climate varies widely based on the region, which was significantly influenced by ocean currents. Largest part of Australia was outback, which is desert or semi-dry. The southern region has a temperate climate and moderately fertile soil and the northern region has a tropical climate, which was partly rainforests, grasslands and deserts. Large number of population lives within the south-eastern coastline in a temperate atmosphere. All a whole, people from any country can have a pleasant atmosphere in Australia.

Culture

Australia’s culture was greatly derived from the European lineage, but there are some distinctive Australian characteristics grown from the atmosphere, aboriginal culture and influence of its neighborhood. Since the past 50 years, the culture of Australia was strongly influenced by the American popular culture, especially movies and television. Literature, movies, opera, music, dance, painting, theater and crafts are the dynamism and creative arts of Australia, which has achieved global appreciation. The most of the immigrants are from Asian and European countries.

Our experts will help you with the application procedure.

1. Intake Period:

The three intakes available in Australia are:

• • Semester/ Trimester 1: Starts late February/ early March
  • Semester/ Trimester 2: Starts late July/early August
  • Semester/ Trimester 3: Starts September to late November

2. English Language Requirements:

Course	IELTS
Under Graduate	6.0
Post Graduate	6.5

Universities also accepts other English language tests like TOEFL & PTE

3. Eligibility:

• Certificate: 50% - 60 % in class XII
• Diploma: 60% in class XII
• Bachelor degree: 65 -70% and above in class XII
• Master degree: Preferably 55 - 65% and above in Bachelor degree

*The eligibility criteria vary from University to University.

4. Documents:

Our counsellors will assist you in compiling and attesting all the necessary documents*. In​ addition, they will also –

• Give special attention to your application
• Highlight the areas essential for a well-presented, error free application.
• Assist with References and & Statement of Purpose.
• Review your Essays

Documents Required: Covering Letter, Application Fees, Application Form, Statement of Purpose, Essays, Resume, Reco Letters, Transcripts, Mark sheets & Cert., Bank Statement, Affidavit of Financial Statements, Test Score Report

Australia offers excellent value for money, with living expenses and tuition costs in Australia considerably less expensive than the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States of America (USA)

• Tuition fees vary according to the institution and course selected but this website provides a guide to the average costs. Scholarships are available for international students but the competition is intense and most of the international students in Australia are full-fee paying students
• The average international student in Australia spends about $320 per week on housing, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, and telephone and incidental costs. This is a realistic guide, but remember that individual circumstances will vary by location, course and lifestyle
• International students studying in Australia are required to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of your student visa in Australia. Students in Australia are also responsible for their own accident and property insurance. It is a good idea to take out travel insurance before leaving your country to cover lost baggage, cancellation of plane tickets and repatriation
• International students can work while studying in Australia but the money you earn should not be used as your only source of income. To be granted a student visa in Australia you need to have adequate means of financial support.

Tuition Fees

• Undergraduate / Bachelor's Degree – AUD 35000 - AUD 50000 per year
• Postgraduate / Master's Degree – AUD 40,000 to AUD 70,000 per year

Living Expenses

• Living Expense – AUD 29,710 per year

Australian Student Visa

After receiving the eCoE from the educational provider, you can apply for the student visa. To prioritize your application, DIAC encourages students to lodge their visa application as soon as they receive eCOE. Students have to make sure that they have met the English language requirements before lodging the visa application. Student visa application will be lodged in 3 different ways:

1)Lodgement of Visa

Visa will be lodged online by the Counsellor at RMCC

2) Visa Fees

• Visa Fee for the main applicant: AUD 2,000
• Visa Fee for the dependent (18 and older): AUD 2,000
• Visa Fee for the child (below 18 yrs): AUD 670

3) Payment of Visa Fees

• Visa Fee has to be mandatorily paid using a credit card. Debit Cards (even international debit cards) will not be accepted and payment will be declined.
• Visa fees can also be paid using PayPal account.

Step 1 - After you've been accepted to your preferred university, your institution will issue you a letter of enrollment confirmation, or CoE if you do so.

Step 2 - Create your account on the Australian Immigration website.

Step 3 - Apply for a Subclass 500 student visa and gather all documentation in digital format.

Step 4 - Fill out the form, including your CoE number and country codes.

Step 5 - Pay your visa application fee of AUD 2,000 and obtain your TRN number.

Step 6 - To acquire your TRN number, you must undergo a medical examination.

Step 7 - Wait for your visa. The application may take up to 30-35 days to be processed

There are a number of conditions on the student visa the student must follow to be allowed to study in Australia. The main conditions are that the student must:

• maintain satisfactory attendance;
• achieve satisfactory academic results;
• continue to be enrolled in a registered course;
• Notify the student education provider of the his/her address within seven days of arriving in Australia, and within seven days of any change in the student address;
• Notify the university if the student changes to a new university within seven days of obtaining your new COE
• maintain OSHC cover

Australia offers up to 3- 4 years of Post-Study Work (PS) rights to international students post completion of their respective bachelor's degree.

Post graduate students enrolled in Master's (Coursework or Research) degree are eligible for up to 3-5 years of Post-Study Work Rights.

There are many scholarships available to Indian students wanting to study in Australia. All the scholarships are merit-based and students need to demonstrate their eligibility when applying. There are no qualifying examinations for scholarships in Australia.

Here are some popular scholarship programs you can apply to study in Australia as an Indian student:

1. Australian Government Research and Training Program (AGRT)

2. Australia Awards

3. Destination Australia

4. John Allwright Fellowship (JAF)

Also Check the below links for more information

• https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en/plan-your-studies/scholarships