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Study in australia
Posted Date: 17 Oct 2007 Resource Type: Articles/Knowledge Sharing Category: Study Abroad
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Posted By: giridhar narayan Member Level: Diamond
Rating:  Points: 5
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These are the common questions you may ask if you are intrested to study in Australia and answers to them.
Q1)What are the entry requirements to study at Australian institutions?
Ans: Students must meet minimum academic requirements and need a sufficient level of English language proficiency for entry to Australian education and training institutions. Institutions will assess whether you meet the selection criteria set for your proposed course of study. They will look at the level and content of the study you have completed in Australia or your home country.
Q2)What if I don't meet the entry requirements?
Ans: If you do not meet the entry requirements for further study you can enrol in secondary school in Australia. If you do not meet undergraduate course entry requirements you may be able to enrol in Foundation Studies which prepare you for further study in Australia and reserve a provisional place in your proposed course. Bridging courses, such as a Master Qualifying program, are also offered. There are also many English language courses with starting dates throughout the year to prepare you for further study in Australia. It is recommended that you seek advice from the institution about meeting their entry requirements before applying for admission into your selected courses.
Q3)What is vocational and technical education?
Ans: Australia's Vocational and Technical Education (VTE) system is often referred to as Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) in other countries. It delivers training that is both practical and career-oriented and includes courses in computing, business studies, marketing, tourism and hospitality. VTE is also available in Australian schools.
Q4)Can international students attend schools in Australia?
Yes. All government and non-government schools accept international students and must meet special requirements under Australian Government legislation.
Q5) How to apply
Ans) Now that you have made the decision to come to Australia to study it is time to put your plans into action. Here is some advice to help with your course application.
Step 1: Choosing your course
Step 2: Completing your application form
Step 3: Processing of your application
Step 4: Applying for your student visa
Step 1: Choosing your course
Think about your future career plans and which Australian courses will help with these plans. Carefully and thoroughly research courses, education institutions and their locations. Consider the areas of specialisation offered through different courses, and which specialisations will best suit your intended career path.
Once you have decided on the best Australian course for you, you need to find out which education providers offer it (whether you intend to enrol in school, university or a TAFE college), and which provider best suits your requirements. Other than the areas of speciality within each course, you might like to consider the size of the campus, the available facilities and the support services available to international students.
Step 2: Completing your application form
Once you have chosen your course(s) and education provider(s), it is time to apply. Check the entrance and English language requirements to ensure you are eligible to apply. If not, you may have to consider a different course, or bridging or foundation course that may increase your chances.
Contact your preferred education provider(s) to research their application requirements as well as application dates, as these will differ for each provider. Make a note of important deadlines and be sure you meet them. Don’t forget to allow for postal times when sending forms by mail.
International students typically apply directly to Australian education providers either by post or online. Application forms can be downloaded from university and college websites, or you can ask that the forms be posted. Another option is to contact an education agent or an overseas representative of the institution to which you are applying.
Your application form will ask you which course(s) you are applying for and give details of the documentation you need to supply. Most application forms require the following:
personal details
proof of your level of English language ability
details of previous educational qualifications
course preferences (the course(s) you are applying for)
a summary of employment experience (if applicable).
If you are still completing your education you can provide evidence of your most recent marks until it is possible to provide your final marks. In addition to the information above, applications to Australian education providers require certified copies of certain documents, such as English language test scores, evidence of previous studies (such as academic transcripts), and an official explanation of the grading system of previous qualifications. If documents are not in English, an official certified translation must also be supplied.
Institutions generally require documents to be certified by the education provider that issued them, or by an Australian embassy, Education Australia office, or an education agent registered with the Australian institution you are applying to. Photocopies and faxed or scanned copies of certified documents, and documents certified by a Justice of the Peace will not be accepted by Australian education providers.
Most institutions charge a non-refundable application fee of around A$50–100 that must be included with your application. If your application is successful and you accept the offer, this money is credited towards your first semester’s tuition fees.
Before sending your application, check your visa requirements with your local Australian embassy to ensure you will qualify for a visa if you are successful.
If at any time in the application process you are uncertain how to proceed, don’t hesitate to contact the education provider — they are there to help.
Step 3: Processing of your application
Once your application is received by the Australian education provider it will be assessed and you will be notified of the result. Be prepared to be patient. It may be a few weeks (longer for postgraduate applications) before your application is processed and a response is posted to you.
Step 4: Applying for your student visa
If your application is accepted you will be sent a letter of offer and an acceptance form. Before accepting the offer, you should carefully read the letter of offer and check any conditions that may apply. Once you are happy to proceed, you must return your completed acceptance form and pay your first semester’s tuition fees. The institution will then issue a confirmation of enrolment (CoE). Note that students from certain countries may have to undergo a pre-visa assessment (PVA) before a CoE will be issued.
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Responses
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| Author: Jyothi 17 Oct 2007 | Member Level: Diamond Points : 3 | Dear Mr. Giridhar,
Many thanks for your detailed information about the studies in abroad.
It may help many, who are planning to go abroad and who have no much knowledge on that.
Regards,
Jyothi.
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