International Student Services

To study in Australia, you must meet the assessment criteria. Your English ability, formal studies, genuine intention, financial capacity, and health & character determine your eligibility to be granted a student visa and offered a place in an Australian school.

On the 1^st of July 2016, the Department will introduce a Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVP). All international students will now apply for a single Student visa (subclass 500), regardless of their chosen course of study.

If guardians choose to accompany students studying in Australia, they will need to apply for a subclass 590 visa.

Under the SSVF, the combined immigration risk outcomes of the student’s education provider and country of citizenship will be used to guide the level of documentary evidence of English language and financial capacity that the student needs to provide with their visa application.

If new combined country and provider immigration risk framework is under Streamlined Risk Level, then documentary evidence of English and Financial capacity is NOT generally required.

If new combined country and provider immigration risk framework is fall under Regular Risk Level, then documentary evidence of English and Financial capacity will be required.

Evidentiary requirements: English

Evidence of one of acceptable English test score OR under Exemption Category

- IELTS - overall band score 5.5; or overall band score 5 if packaged with at least 10 weeks’ ELICOS; or overall band score of 4.5 if packaged with at least 20 weeks’ ELICOS.

- TOEFL 527 (paper based)

- TOEFL 46 (internet based test)

- Cambridge English Advanced 162

- Pearson Test of English Academic 42

- Occupational English Test Pass

Exemption category

- Nationals of certain countries

- Foreign Affairs and Defence students

- ELICOS, Schools, Secondary Exchange and Post-graduate research students

- Study of more than five years in English in certain countries

- Completion of study in Australia in the two years prior to application i.e. Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV level or higher.

Evidentiary requirements: Financial

Option 1 – 12 months living, tuition, travel and study funds

Funds can be provided in the form of money deposit, loan or sponsorship.

From 1 July 2016, the 12 month living cost will be:

- Student/guardian: AUD$19,830

- Partner/spouse : AUD$ 6,940

- Child: AUD$2,970

Fees per year for School Age Dependents: AUD$8,000

Option 2 – Annual Income of student’s parents or spouse

Annual income must be $60k for single student or $70k if family members included.

General Information

School Students

- At least 6 years at time of application

- Age requirements (when commencing)

· Year 9 < 17

· Year 10 < 18

· Year 11< 19

· Year 12 < 20

Semester Dates

Enrolment periods normally start in February and July of each year. Independent ELICOS courses are available weekly with most ELICOS providers. Some private Vocational Education Training Providers are offering four intakes per year.

Tuition Fees (Government Schools)

- English Course: AUD$250 – AUD$450 / per week

- Primary School: AUD$13,000 – AUD$14,000 / per year

- Middle High School: AUD$16,000 – AUD$17,000 / per year

- Senior High School: AUD$17,000 – AUD$18,000 / per year

- Foundation Program: AUD$23,000 – AUD$25,000 / per year

- Certificate / Diploma: AUD$11,500 – AUD$16,000 / Per year

- Degree or Higher: AUD$22,000 – AUD$32,000 / per year

Living Expenses

- Rent, food, transport & Internet: AUD$300 - $350 / per week

Other Associated Costs

- Student Visa Application Fee: AUD$550

- Guardian Visa Application Fee: AUD$550

- Student Health Cover Fee: AUD$580 / Approximate per year

- Medical Examination Fee: AUD$330 / Approximate

- Airfare: Depends

- Books and Stationary Fee: Depends

- Excursions/Uniforms: Depends

Our Services Getting to Australia: - Recommend courses and select schools to suit your core study; - Prepare applications to schools to study either English, Primary/Secondary School, Certificate/Diploma, Degree, Master or Doctorate Course; - Prepare and obtain student / Guardian visa. Arrival in Australia: - Airport reception; - Accommodation placement if required; - Guardianship referral if student under 18 years old; - Introducing to get around to public facilities such as Transport, Library and Tax Office. Staying in Australia further: - Recommend further visa pathways for you to extend your stay in Australia; - Recommend visa pathways for your family members; - Provide Employment tips and techniques for job hunting in Australia. From 1 July 2016, all Onshore and Offshore Student Visa Application must be lodged online, unless prior approval is granted by DIBP to lodge a Paper Application. We are committed to helping our clients on a personal basis over the entire period of their study and application process to make them feel as comfortable as possible in Australia. For specific school fees, course entry requirements and visa application further details, please contact our consultants at (618) 6150 9883 or info@toaus.com.