Australian Student Visa

 Australian student visas are granted by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship( DIAC). DIAC only grants student visa if the course of study is registered or it is part of a registered course on a full time basis.

If you want to know more about registered courses and institutions in Australia, visit Commonwealth Register of Courses and Institutions for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
You dont need a student visa for courses under three months duration,a visitors visa will do.
Some benefits of studying in Australia iclude:

•  Access to some of the worlds best universities

•  Access to a sound and subsidized student health cover

•  Ability to work part time

You can instantly apply for a student visa as soon as you receive a letter of offer from the institutuin of study or the electronic confirmation of Enrolment(CoE) for your full time course.

For more information about how to apply and what academic  or other documents you need for your application, contact your Local Australian Government office Overseas

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Study Costs In Australia

 Australia is a great Country to get quality education and to experience an interesting student life. On the other hand, the quality education and interesting experience doesnt come cheap for students.

On average, an International student in Australia will spend about A$500 a week on accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport and on telephone bills.This is just an average but it really depends on your location,lifestyle and your course of study.
I will therefore advice you seek further information on living expenses from your institution of study.

International stusents are also required to maintain Overseas student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their student visa. It is therefore a good idea to purchase travel insurance from your country to cover lost baggage,cancellation of plane tickets,repatriation e.t.c.

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