Australia

The Australian education system is distinguished from many other countries by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The AQF was established in 1995 and is a national policy that covers qualifications from the tertiary education sector (higher education and vocational education and training) in addition to the school-leaving certificate; the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education.

The AQF has 10 levels and links school, vocational, and university education qualifications into one national system. This allows you to move easily from one level of study to the next, and from one institution to another, as long as you satisfy student visa requirements. It allows for choice and flexibility in career planning. If you are studying an AQF qualification, you can be sure that your institution is Government-authorized and nationally accredited, and that your degree or other AQF qualification will be genuine.

The main three degrees Australia provides are, Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral. Obtaining double or combined bachelor degree is common in the country. The quality of education is maintained by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) while the protection of international students is done under the law by Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS). The Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) framework protects the rights of international students studying in Australia. This includes:

1. Universities offer higher degree-level education. Programs are research-led and generally academic rather than vocational. In the 2020 QS World University Rankings, seven of New Zealand’s universities were in the top 100 in at least one subject.
2. Your right to sign a written agreement with your institution before paying fees, setting out the services to be provided, fees payable, and information about refunds of course money. Make sure to keep a copy of your written agreement.

The standards in education regarding every course accredited to international students are also strictly maintained by the CRICOS. Also, in rare cases, if the universities are unable to fully deliver the courses the Australian government has setup Tuition Protection Service (TPS) to help the international students in need.

As part-time courses are not available for International students. Here are a few of the top generic courses and fields which are popular among most international students:

1. Engineering - Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer, Automotive, Aeronautical, Mining, Industrial, General Engineering, Structural, Chemical, Telecommunications, Mechatronics, Polymer, Environmental, etc.
2. Law & Administration - Economics, Management, Accounting, Administration, Marketing, Finance, HR, Commerce, etc.
3. Hospitality & Tourism - Hotel Management, Tourism Management, Commercial Cookery, Culinary arts, etc.
4. Mathematics & Computing - Mathematics and Statistics, Computer-based Information System, Computer Science, etc.
5. Visual & Performing Arts - Fashion Design, Art, Graphic Arts, Crafts, Performing Arts, Music, etc.
6. Information Technology - IT, Information Systems, Networking, Security, Software Development, etc.
7. Health Sciences - Nursing, Personal and Family Health Care, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Public Health, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Environmental Health, etc.
8. Agriculture - Agriculture, Forest, Horticulture Business, etc.
9. Education - Education Studies, Special Education, Teaching, Early Childhood, etc.
10. Communication - Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, etc.
11. Science - Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, Chemistry, etc.
12. Social Studies - Behavioral Studies, Sociology, Geography, Welfare and Counseling, Sport and Recreation, etc.
13. Humanities - English, Psychology, History, Foreign Language Studies, Philosophy, etc.

February & July being the major intakes, though some institutions are also having September /November intakes.

We work closely with the following institutions in Australia:

Scholarships are offered by the Australian Government, education providers, and a number of other public and private organizations.

All applications and enquiries for scholarships are made through the scholarship provider.

The major scholarships programs available for international students are:

1. Australia Awards

   The program brings together scholarships offered by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR). Application for this scholarship are open between 1st February and 30th April each year. The scholarship includes full tuition fees including living and travel expenses.

2. Destination Australia

   The Destination Australia Program (DAP) is the Australian Government’s new mobility program for domestic and international students to study in regional Australia. Over 1000 scholarships will be available each year to support both domestic and international students studying at regional campus locations in qualifications from a Certification IV level and above. Australian tertiary institutions will be able to apply for scholarships of up to $15,000 per student, per year.

3. Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)

   From 1 January 2017 the Research Training Program (RTP) replaced the International Postgraduate Research Scholarships (IPRS) program.

4. Australia APEC Women in Research Fellowship

   The Australia APEC Women in Research Fellowships are open to high-achieving female researchers from APEC economies for research opportunities in partnership with Australian education and research institutions.

5. Provider scholarships

   Australian education providers regularly offer scholarships up to 100% to qualifying international students, based on academic merit.

When it comes to moving around the country or its cities people favor Public transport as in most of the cities it is very good and several of the capital cities provide fully-developed train and tram services. Several cities are also investing to upgrade their public transport systems. Apart from the pubs and bars, soccer clubs and bowling joints clubs are also social and entertainment options for people of all ages due to the cheap drinks and meals offered.
As of October 2019, the 12 months living costs are:

1. For the student: AUD 21,041
2. For partners coming with you: AUD 7,362
3. For a child coming with you: AUD 3,152

Ideal work for students

Flexible hours and large number of opportunities in these industries make them ideal for students:

1. Retail - supermarkets, department stores, boutiques
2. Hospitality - cafes, bars, restaurants, delivery
3. Farming and fruit-picking - seasonal work
4. Services – childcare, aged care and cleaning
5. Administration and clerical work
6. Tutoring

Work rights during the study period in Australia:

While on a student visa in Australia, you can work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight during the semester and unlimited hours during vacation periods. International students studying a master's degree by research or Ph.D. degrees can work unlimited hours.

Work rights for your spouse in Australia:

The spouse of an international student can work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight throughout the year. If the student is studying at a master's or Ph.D. level, a spouse can work full-time once the student starts their main course of study.

Here are a few things to remember:

1. Work hours: You can work up to 40 hours every two weeks while you are studying, and unlimited hours during holiday breaks.
2. Workplace protections: You have the same protections at work as anyone else working in Australia.
3. Minimum wage: You will get at least a minimum rate of pay per hour no matter what job you do.
4. Strong support: You will find support in every step of your journey as a student worker. Help is always available from the government and private organizations as well as your education provider.

Post-study work rights in Australia

You can apply for a post-study work permit between 2-5 years after you have finished your minimum of 2 years of studies. The length of your stay in Australia will depend on the level of your Australian study qualification. If you have chosen to study at the regional cities such as Gold Coast, Canberra, Wollongong, Adelaide, Perth then you will get additional a year of post-study work right and if you have chosen to study at Regional area such as Darwin, Cairns, Toowoomba, Coffs Harbor, etc. then you will get additional 2 years of post-study work permit.

Academic requirement:
The academic requirements (including evidence of English language skills) you need will vary depending on the level of course you want to study.

1. Higher education undergraduate courses: In general, in order to get direct entry into the bachelor program, you should have minimum of 2.8 GPA from Nepal Education Board/ Grade 5 from A levels and 26 point form IB diploma. Student having lesser then this score will get enrollment through certificate or diploma program. Some undergraduate courses may also have specific prerequisite subjects and grade requirement.
2. Higher education postgraduate course: you must have completed 4 years of bachelor’s degree from the section 1 universities from Nepal. Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Pokhara University and Paranuchal University are listed as section 1 universities NOOSR guidelines.

Visa requirement:
All student visa falls under the 500 subclasses. The student visa you need depends on your course. Here are some typical requirements:

1. Copy of your passport
2. Receive an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) certificate.
3. Proof of sufficient funds for course fees, living costs and travel expenses.
4. Demonstrate English language proficiency.
5. Evidence of academic ability and work experience documents (if any)
6. Meet health and character requirements.
7. Provide evidence of Overseas Student Health Cover
8. Statement of Purpose
9. Visa application fees

Step 1: Contact us:

Contact us or come into our office to discover your options regarding your study destination, course availability, and recommended institutions.

Step 2 - Gather documents

Once you have decided what, and where you want to study, we will help you complete the application process and we will keep in contact with the institution(s) on your behalf, and we will send you notifications as your application progress.

Documents needed for making an application to study in Australia for Nepalese students are:

1. Passport copy and birth certificate
2. All academic papers including mark sheet and completion certificates
3. English proficiency test such as IELTS/PTE/TOEFL
4. Statement of purpose
5. Reference letters from colleges/employers (if required)
6. Work experience letter (if any)

Step 3- Prepare your documents

After submitting your application to your preferred institution, you get a conditional or unconditional letter of offer. If you have received a conditional letter of offer, then you must meet all conditional before making payment. If you have received an unconditional letter of offer, then you can process the payment.

Our expert counselor will provide you a financial checklist and guide you in detail to meet the Genuine Student and Genuine Temporary Entrant criteria of the Australian Education provider.

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement for student visas:
To become eligible for the admission you must be the genuine student and must meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant criteria. Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) is an integrity measure to ensure the student visa program is used as intended, not as a way for international students to maintain ongoing residency in Australia. Our expert counselor helps you to find the best suitable option for your career program based on your academic and work experience.

Fund to be shown for visa application:
To meet the financial criteria set by the Department of Home Affairs(DHA) student must show sufficient fund that covers one year of tuition fees along with living expenses, Health insurance, and travel cost.

Students under 18
Usually, International students studying in Australia on a student visa will require a guardian if they are under 18 years of age. These arrangements need to be in place before an application for a student visa can be lodged. This visa allows the guardian to stay in Australia for the same duration as the student, or until the student turns 18. Besides, the student can also apply for the homestay arrangement with the approved partner of the chosen education providers.

Dependents
Bringing your dependents to Australia
The spouse and children of a student can accompany them to Australia if the student's course duration is 12 months or longer.
This can be applied for at the same time as the student applies for their visa, or it can be applied for later to join the student in Australia after they have commenced their course.
Students must declare all family members in their application, even if they do not plan to travel with them. If they do not declare all family members, they will not be eligible to apply for a dependent visa once the student has arrived in Australia.

Step 4: Undertake medical

Students need to undergo health examinations as part of the visa application process. The health assessment process can take several weeks to complete. To help avoid delays, you can choose to undertake your health examination before lodging your visa application. Our career adviser assists you to confirm your appointment with the appointed panel doctor in Nepal.

Step 4 - Payment

To accept your offer from an education provider, you must pay the tuition fee. Most Australian institutions require you to pay the first-semester fee only. You can choose to pay this fee through either Telegraphic Transfer (TT) or Direct Debit (DD).

Once the institution has received and processed your tuition fee payment, they will issue you with an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). Once we have received this, we will notify you that it is now time to come back into your closest branch with your required documents and start the visa application process.

Step 5 - Apply for the visa

To lodge your visa application, you will need to provide the documents outlined in the checklist provided in Step 3. We will lodge your visa application online and notify you of the progress.

Step 6 - Visa outcome

We will notify you as soon as we know the outcome of your visa application so you can come in and collect your grant letter. In most cases, there will be a positive response and you can start planning for your travel and accommodation!

Step 7 - Travel Services

Aus Studies Consultants can help organize your travel arrangements so you can begin your new student life. Air ticketing, insurance, and foreign exchange can all be arranged through us to make studying overseas easier!

1. One of the oldest and most trusted education consultancies of Nepal, in operation since 2001AD.
2. A proud member of Nepalese Association of Australian Education Representatives (NAAER).
3. The company is approved by the Ministry of Education.
4. We are the authorized representative in Nepal for various universities based in Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA, and Canada.
5. Regular informative events by direct representatives from international universities at our offices.
6. We offer free processing
7. Well-equipped classrooms for test preparation, interviews, and counseling.
8. You will get genuine and up to date information through our PIER, IATC, Ministry of Education certified counselors.
9. Our counselors are fully experienced and trained by Australian university partners
10. Our counselors who regularly visit institutions abroad for the real knowledge and experience about institutions they expertise counseling to the students.