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Australia provides a unique kind of education and a learning style that encourages you to be innovative, creative and think independently. Australia attracts the third largest number of international students in the English-speaking world after the USA and UK. In some countries Australia is the students' first choice study destination. Australia offers an education experience that makes a real difference. Graduates from Australia are very successful in finding jobs and hold prominent positions worldwide. Additionally, they are readily accepted for postgraduate study at leading international universities. Australia is a dynamic, vibrant country and its people are energetic, friendly and confident. Multicultural Australia is a safe, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious society in which students can learn and travel in an English speaking country. Australia also offers excellent value for money and a standard of living which is among the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs in Australia are considerably less expensive than in the UK and USA. |
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International students are charged up-front tuition fees in Australia. These fees are very affordable and are consistently less expensive than in the UK or USA. Some institutions make an additional charge to cover other student costs. These may include student organization membership, library and laboratory costs and sports facility costs. These costs will vary depending on the concerned course or institution. The average costs are provided below and should only be used as a guide. Institutions will advise you how to pay and when to pay your tuition fees.
• Undergraduate AUD 10,000 – AUD 16,500 per annum
• Postgraduate AUD 9,000 – AUD 18,5000 per annum |
UndergraduateUndergraduate courses require an Australian Senior School Certificate of Education (Year 12 completion from Nepal) or the overseas equivalent of Australian high school matriculation, such as three passes at GCE A Levels in appropriate subjects. Some courses may also have certain pre-requisite subjects.
PostgraduateEntry to postgraduate courses requires satisfactory completion of a first degree at undergraduate level (Bachelors). Demonstrated research ability or relevant work experience may also be taken into consideration
Evidence of English language proficiency is required when applying for a student visa. Depending on your proposed study sector you will need to have a minimum score of 6.0 in the IELTS English test.
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International students studying in Australia on a student visa can apply for permission to work once they commence their course. A visa with permission to work enables you to work up to 20 hours a week on a casual basis during course time and full-time during vacation periods. In some cases family members can also apply for permission to work up to 20 hours a week throughout the year.
Most students take part-time or casual jobs at some time during their studies. Some jobs are closely tied to courses of study (such as formal cadetships and informal arrangements such as part-time work by law students in solicitors' offices). Some students tutor school children or get jobs on campus in the canteen, the bookshop, in the institution's offices and as laboratory assistants. Some jobs are entirely outside the education community such as bartending, babysitting, gardening, hospitality, sales, information technology, restaurants, checkout work or fruit picking.
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Australia has limitless opportunities waiting for you. You can choose from a vast range of courses including traditional academic areas of learning and research, as well as more practical courses with a vocational orientation. Each of Australia's universities has its own strengths and areas of specialization, giving you a wide choice and access to the latest technology and research in your chosen field.
Australian universities are major producers of research and development. They have pioneered many new ideas and technologies, leading to advances in business, science and industry. Postgraduate students learn skills in research and specialized areas that put them at the forefront of the development and application of new technologies. You can be a part of this dynamic research environment and be at the leading edge of innovative technologies and research programs.
Internationalization of higher education and research is of great importance and Australian universities are major participants in international education and research projects and initiatives. They recruit academic personnel who are leading experts in their fields from around the world. There are also student and staff exchange programs with institutions in the USA, UK, Canada, Europe and Asia.
The rewards of studying at an Australian university are endless. Develop your potential in an innovative, flexible, yet supportive learning environment. Gain an internationally recognized qualification that will open doors for your future.
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You can be granted a student visa only if you wish to undertake a registered course or part of a registered course on a full-time basis. A registered course is an education or training course offered by an Australian education provider who is registered with the Australian Government to offer courses to overseas students.
You may undertake any course of study for less than three months on a visitor visa or working holiday visa. If you intend to study for more than three months, you must apply for a student visa.
There are advantages to applying for a student visa. If you are studying on a student visa you:
• have access to Australia's subsidized student health cover
• are able to study for more than three months
• are generally able to change status to an overseas student in Australia, and
• can also apply for permission to work.
Students wanting to study in Australia can apply for a student visa after they have received a letter of offer or electronic confirmation of enrolment (eCoE) in relation to one or more full-time courses of study. However, it is recommended that you do not enroll in your course or obtain an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) until you have been advised to do so by your local Australian Government office, i.e., Australian High Commission, New Delhi, India.
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You should contact Max to find out |
How to make your application and what your document requirements will be.
Generally, an international student is issued with a multiple entry visa for the duration of their study course in Australia. This allows you to travel backwards and forwards to Australia within the period for which it has been granted. Members of your immediate family (spouse and unmarried dependent children under 18 years of age) may accompany you to Australia and will be considered in the same visa class as yourself. If you wish to extend your stay in Australia for further study you will need to lodge an application for a further visa.
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Permanent Residence Options |
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Max offers many Permanent Residence pathways for Nepalese students. There are several courses like ‘Nursing’ ‘Hospitality management’ and ‘Cookery’ that are easy pathways to indefinite stay in Australia. Visa rates are also very high for these courses because there is a shortage of personnel in these professions. |
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Cost of living: Students will be responsible for all living costs. Depending on your lifestyle DIAC offer, as a guide only, that the cost of living in Australia is around A$1,000.00 per month. Students must be aware that they are to finance these costs in addition to tuition fees and health insurance cover.
Accommodation: The Student Records Officer or Student Services Officer can help look for the right accommodation for your needs. The two kinds of accommodation that the College can help you with are rental and home stay.
Transport: Most students prefer to live in suburbs further away from their college and will need to catch a bus, tram or train. As no student concessions is available for international students, it is recommended that students buy a weekly, monthly or period rail ticket in order to save costs.
Shopping: Most city and suburbs have a shopping area or mall where students can find a variety of shops, catering for their needs. It is easy to find food and other items from many countries. |
Students will need to set up an Australian bank account on their arrival.
They need to show their passport and evidence of residency.
Most shopping centers have Automatic Telling Machines (ATM) facilities.
These machines can be used for deposits and withdrawals amongst other facilities offered by the designated bank.
Many departmental stores, supermarkets and specialist shops have electronic funds transfer at point of sale (EFTPOS) terminals, where cash withdrawals can also be made in addition to purchasing goods.
There are a number of major banks close to the Colleges, where students may wish to open an account.
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If you need low-budget legal assistance, Victoria Legal Aid is there to help you
For basic advice on any common legal issue, go to the website (www.legalaid.vic.gov.au) or call Victoria Aid on 03 9269 0234
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If you cannot find a doctor locally, you can go to Outpatients of any public hospital.
If you attend a private hospital, you may have to pay any extra costs.
In an emergency call 000 and ask for an ambulance.
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Your health insurance allows you to consult the doctor of your choice, but it may be difficult for you to choose a doctor. Please be aware that your health insurance does not cover you for dental visits. If you cannot find a doctor/dentist, you might wish to see one with a surgery close to the Colleges. Please speak to the Student Support Services Office for more details. Professional help to deal with personal problems: Most College has a counselling service to help you, but if you have a personal problem and would like to see a counsellor independently of the College, you can contact one of the services listed below. Salvation Army (03) 137258 Anglicize (03) 9412 6133 & St Vincent de Paul 1300 305 300
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