Why should an Indian student study in Australia?
- High quality education leading to a global career, in Australia, western countries and India
- High ‘Return on Investment’ on an Australian degree with a job in Australia after the Bachelor’s or Master’s program is completed
- Student can work in Australia after studies: Post completion of degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s), a student can opt for a POST-STUDY WORK VISA (PSW Visa) from Australian authorities
- Post-study work Visa allows a student to live and work in the country after completing for 2, 3 or 4 years, depending on place of study (i.e. University located in big-cities or in regional-areas)
- Smaller the city, the better! Regional cities/areas are smaller, yet vibrant
- A student gets more time to stay back in Australia after completion of studies, and to pick up a job, especially in areas designated as category 2 & 3 (regional areas)
City type
Being creative
Regional area-categoty 3
Regional area-categoty 2
Places
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Perth, Adelaide, Gold Cost, Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Newcastle/lake Macquarrie, Wollongong/lllawrra, Geelong, Hobart
All other locations Check postcode in link given below
Years you can live & work
2 years PSW Visa post Bachelors and Masters degrees (min. 92 weeks)
3 years PSW visa
4 years PSW visa
[Click here information on relevant websites with authentic information on salary/wages in Australia, and post-study work visa related information on “regional areas”]
Why is Australia a great choice for studies?
- World class education hub with 8 Universities rated among Top 100 in the world (Viz. University of Melbourne, Australian National University, University of Sydney, University of Queensland, University of Western Australia, University of Adelaide, Monash University and UNSW Sydney)
- These 8 universities are also known as the ‘Group of Eight’ (Go8). To know more, click here
- Other Universities in Australia are equally good in teaching quality, and on graduate employment factors
- Australian universities in all the cities offer excellent student life, amenities and a safe living
- The friendly welcoming nature of the country attracts International students, be it major cities or regional areas
- With Post Study Work Visa option, you can live, study and work to gain international work experience
Have any specific question regarding ‘Post Study Work Visa’,
Universities or programs?
Cost of studies and living in Australia
- The tuition fees depends on the type of degree you pursue and the university offering you the program. Fee could range between AUD 20,000 to AUD 50,000 a year depending on the University, the city (or regional area) and the program
- Another way to lower cost of study is to choose the right University, and avail scholarship options being offered to Indian students
- Monthly Cost of living is approximately AUD 1000 per month (plus or minus AUD 200), depending on student lifestyle
- Students can work for 80 hours a month with student VISA, and earn approximately AUD20 to AUD30 per hour (AUD20 x 80hours = AUD1600 per month)
- Focus should NOT be on earning! Studying for the enrolled program is more critical
- Plus, a student can work full time during holidays. This comes to approximately 2 months
Have questions about cost of studying
or living in various cities?
Student Visa procedure
- An Australian student visa is issued only after a student has enrolled in a course of study in Australia
- The student needs demonstrate financial capacity to pay for the program, and cost of living
What’s the best part about studying in Australia?
Post study work visa in Australia
A student can work in Australia after completing studies
A student can be permitted to stay and work for up to 3 or 4 years, especially if the student has chosen a University in a regional area
iSTEP help on paperwork and documentation
- Students registered are given ‘start to finish’ support by iSTEP
- Choose the right program, at apply for most suitable University, and declare being a genuine temporary entrant (GTE)
- Clear the English test (IELTS, PTE)
- Once conditional ‘offer letter’ is received from University, submit student VISA documents
- Student pays University fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is paid, and ‘Confirmation of Enrolment’ from University is received
- Student Visa is granted by the Australian High Commission
- Student books flight, attends orientation program with iSTEP, and reaches destination
Paperwork and documentation sounds confusing?
Which is the best places to study in Australia? How to choose the right program?
- The major cities in Australia are- Melbourne, Canberra, Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, and Brisbane
- Rather than focusing on ‘best places’ to study, one should aim at finding the most appropriate University
- What matters is the most relevant program and the most suitable University for a student!
- ‘Choice of city’ must NOT be the decision making criteria because all cities are worth-living and safe
- A student must be open to apply to ‘regional cities’ where one can get a ‘Post Study Work’ Visa for 3 or 4 years after completing studies
Have questions around regional areas, cities, or programs?
Which are the best courses in Australia for International students?
This depends on what we mean by “best”! The right way to arrive at the best program is-
Step 1
Look at student strengths, preferences and hidden talents
Step 2
Get the right knowledge of different programs can lead to a good, in-demand career
Step 3
Match student skill and capabilities to the ‘right program’ to ensure student happiness and a successful careers
Have questions about ‘how to choose the right program’?
Reach out to us…without hesitation!
Relevant websites to learn more about Salary/wages and Post Study Work Visa in Australia
Salary/wages- Australia
Post Study Work Visa
Click to know more about ‘minimum wages’ (fairwork.gov.au) Click to know more about ‘salaries across different states in Australia’ (seek.com.au)
Click to know more about ‘Designated Regional Areas’ with postcode list
