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Studying in Australia
INCREASING amounts of British, Irish and European residents are electing to study in Australia as a way of extending their stay for longer periods of up to two years. This is a great way of continuing to enjoy the notoriously relaxed, Australian lifestyle whilst at the same time gaining some new skills and experiences along the way. And on top of that, there are a huge range of study options!

What Are My Options?

Some of the most popular vocational courses include Certificates in Fitness, Massage and Sports Coaching: Brazilian Capoeira and Diploma's in IT, Business and Accounting. But the great thing is that in most cases hardly any previous experience is required and if not College advisors are always there useful tips.

Whilst most vocational courses require completion of only secondary education, there are no age restrictions on student visas plus mature students are welcomed and encouraged.

Student visas typically allow you to work part-time and under 20 hours a week during term time and as much as you want in the holidays. Courses vary in length from three months to four years, with a typical Certificate qualification through to Diploma taking 2 years. The student visa is granted for the length of the course plus an allocated amount of time either side of the course dates for leeway.

What Are The Conditions?

Before you apply for the visa, you must be accepted for full-time study by a college in a ‘registered course'. A ‘registered course' is a course offered by an Australian College listed on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

UK and Irish passport holders applying for student visas fall under the Department of Immigrations assessment Level 1 criteria. This means that if you have one of these passports you can apply for a student visa while you are in Australia as well as from home. But you must remember to apply no more than 90 days before your course starts as a condition. As part of the application, you need to make a declaration stating you have enough money to pay for travel, your course and living expenses in Australia.

What Will It Cost?

Course fees vary but for many courses expect to pay an upwards of $1,400 per semester (every 3/ 4 months).

Also Student health insurance is mandatory and costs approximately $35 per year per month. The insurance fee has to be paid in one lump sum for the term of the student visa so a (A 12 month visa for one person will have a $420 insurance fee). The Dept. of Immigration Student Visa application fee is currently costs $550 AUD.

Where Do I Start?

Expect expenses for a 12 month period to amount to around $2,500 (This is for enrolment and the first 3 months fees). In addition to this you will need to pay for a Visa application and the mandatory student insurance. Lastly don't forget that you will have further college fee payments quarterly.

A good registered migration agent can help you to apply for your first student visa or alternatively to renew a student visa or move to a different visa. You can find registered agents at: http://mia.org.au/

For information on colleges listed on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and CRICOS visit: http://cricos.deewr.gov.au/

Plus you can find heaps of useful information on study and courses at: http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/
 

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