Oceania Applications

STUDYING IN AUSTRALIA GENERAL INFORMATION

Most universities have 2 major intakes which is Semester 1 (Around February) and Semester 2 (Around July)
Some courses are only offered in Sem 1 Feb, so do check this carefully.
At the undergraduate level, it is common in Australia for students to take double majors or combined degrees, choosing two subjects such as arts and science, arts and law, or commerce and engineering are also possible. Degrees typically take three years, but combined courses and some specific subjects can take longer.
42 Universities in Australia (37 public Australian, three private Australian and two private international universities)

List of Australian Universities

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APPLICATION PROCESS

You may either apply for Feb/July intake. Check if your course is offered in Feb/July or both.
After applying you may either get a conditional or unconditional offer. Conditional offer requires further documents to be submitted.
IB results must be requested directly from IBO Website to be sent to the university directly.
Australian Citizens/PRs should apply using state specific portals (e.g UAC etc) - Check university website
All others can either apply directly using the university's online portal or via an Education Agent (e.g. IDP, OAL etc). You will need to attach certified true copies of your results when applying.
What results to attach ? IGCSE, O level Mother Tongue if taken, Predicted Grades (if applying prior to IB results). If applying after IB results, you will attach your IB results instead but also have IBO send your results directly to the university.
Some students are required to take the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test which consists of reading, writing, listening and speaking sections. It is carried out by the British council and IDP Singapore a few times in a month. It depends on your nationality and intended course.
Singaporean students may be exempted from this test; it is decided on a case-by-case basis.
If your application is successful, you will be sent a letter of offer. Upon acceptance, the education provider will issue a Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment which is essential for student visa application.

TUITION FEES AND LIVING EXPENSES

Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering

AU $26,500 and AU $55,000

Medicine and Dentistry

AU $65,000 to AU $ 87,000

Average Living Expenses

AU $2500 to AU $2850 per mont

(Only average values are provided, fees may vary across different Universities, please check actual amounts on the website of the universities you are applying to.)

Scholarships Check the respective university websites for scholarships avaialble.

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FOUNDATION PROGRAMMES

Students can also enroll in a six to twelve months ‘Foundation Programme’ if their qualifications do not meet the entry requirement set by the universities or if they want an alternative pathway vs IB.
It is important to do well in this programme to progress to an undergraduate course in any Australian university. Students have good guidance in these programs. This is also a common path for some of our students who after completing IGCSE want to experience another curriculum other than IB or wish to study overseas.

COMMON UNIVERSTIES THAT STUDENTS APPLY TO IN AUSTRALIA

The University of Melbourne

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Monash University

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University of Sydney

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Trinity College Melbourne

Monash Foundation

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STUDENT VISAS

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Here are just a few of the requirements you’ll need to meet to be eligible for a student visa:

- A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) – This is the document you’ll need to prove you are enrolled in an Australian university – a requirement to get the visa.
- English proficiency – In general, you will also need to demonstrate your English skills by taking a test such as the International English Testing System (IELTS) or Pearson Test of English (PTE), and achieving a minimum score. Passport holders from certain countries are exempt from this requirement; be sure to double-check if this step is required of you via the Department of Home Affairs.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) – As an international student, you’re required to have health insurance for your entire stay in Australia. You can buy OSHC from a variety of insurance providers.
- Attend relevant pre-departures organised by your university before leaving.