Study in Australia for International Students: Requirements by Education Level

To study as an international student in Australia, you will need to satisfy its student visa requirements. The most important requirements are related to personal finances, education level, and English proficiency.

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What are the requirements to study in Australia for international students?

The first and foremost requirement is a valid student visa (visa 500). Your education level will determine additional requirements.

Find the latest information from the school you are applying for, as well as the Australia Embassy, to understand what you need to do.

At the primary level

1. • Applicants between 6 – 12 years old
2. • Letter of admission from an Australian primary school listed in CRICOS
3. • Strong proof of financial capability
4. • English certificates or proficiency tests (depending on the school)
5. • Registered for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

At the secondary level

1. • Applicants between 12 – 18 years old
2. • Strong proof of financial capability
3. • Letter of admission from a secondary school in Australia
4. • English proficiency level of 5.0 – 6.0 IELTS or equivalent
5. • Registered for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

At the undergraduate level

1. • Applicants between 18 – 22 years old
2. • English certificates such as IELTS (6.0 – 7.0), or equivalent in TOEFL or PTE
3. • High school diploma or equivalent
4. • Letter of admission from a college/university in Australia
5. • Registered for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
6. • Strong proof of financial capability
7. • Additional requirements such as medical tests, student record, interview, or entrance exams (depending on the school)

At the graduate level

1. • Applicants from 22 years old or older
2. • English proficiency level of 6.5 – 7.0 IELTS or equivalent
3. • Bachelor’s degree recognized in the applicant’s country of residence or Australia
4. • Letter of admission from an Australian university listed in CRICOS
5. • Strong proof of financial capability
6. • Registered for the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
7. • Medical tests and student record (depending on the school)

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Visa requirements to study in Australia for international students

To apply for the subclass 500 visa, or the Australia student visa, you’ll need to meet these requirements:

1. You have a letter of admission from an Australian school/college/university listed in CRICOS

2. You can prove that you have at least 20,290 AUD to cover tuition, living expenses, and other fees during the course. To prove financial stability, you can use these documents:

1. • Passbook
2. • Bank statements
3. • Financial documents that detail your sponsor’s income
4. • Financial sponsorship letter
5. • and more.

3. Your English proficiency must be acceptable. Proof includes valid IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE Academic certificates. (You may be exempted if you have lived in an English-speaking country or finished an academic program taught in English.)

4. You have registered for the mandatory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). It will provide partial or full coverage for your medical expenses during the course.

5. You have clean criminal records (police checks may be required).

6. You may need to take medical tests, especially if you come from a region associated with high risks of infectious diseases.

7. You have a clear purpose to study in Australia, as shown on your application essay or statement of purpose.

8. If you are under 18, you will need to show proof of kinship with a guardian in Australia or a valid guardianship arrangement.

9. You may need to provide a reference letter from your teachers, managers, or guardians. A scholarship certificate may also be required.

What can I do to increase chances of visa and scholarship approval?

If you are applying for an Australia scholarship and a study visa, here are the best practices:

1. • Prepare all required documents thoroughly and seek reputable certified translation services if you have documents not written in English
2. • Check the living standards of your city of destination to prepare suitable proof of financial capability
3. • Detail your career aims and the reasons you choose Australia for international education in your application essay
4. • Improve your English to get good results in the IELTS, TOEFL or PTE examination and satisfy academic requirements
5. • Participate in community service and extracurricular activities to highlight your ambitions
6. • Submit your visa application at least 3 months before the first day of your course

In general, it isn’t too challenging to study in Australia as an international student. As long as you follow the latest requirements and prepare your application carefully, everything should be fine.

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1. ⚠︎ Understand complex legal procedures
2. ⚠︎ Prepare your visa application
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Key takeaways:

International students looking to study in Australia can improve their chances of visa approval if they can meet academic and language requirements as well as prepare a thorough application. We hope this article has been useful in your preparation to apply for an Australia student visa and Australian scholarships.