Get a student visa for Australia

Get a student visa for Australia Get a student visa for AustraliaPosted October 13, 2011, by Andrea RiddellAustralia has a reputation for delivering high-quality education and training, and welcomes international students to its shores. If you are an international student wishing to study within Australia, but you are not an Australian citizen, you will need to apply for a student visa. Visas are granted by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) to eligible students.Applying for a visaApplying for a visa can seem like a daunting and confusing process, but by being prepared and organised you can cut down on stress and confusion. You should first check with your local Australian Government office to find out whether you would be eligible for a student visa. Before you apply for a visa you need to have received acceptance by an Australian tertiary education institution giving you permission to study with them. To be eligible for a student visa you will be required to stud y on a full-time basis in a course that is registered, or partly registered, with the Australian Government and is allowed to offer courses to international students. You will be required to apply for a student visa under the sub-class for your chosen course. There are seven sub-classes for each education sector. The level of qualification such as undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational education and training determines what sub-class you fall under.EligibilityThere are some general requirements you will need to meet in order to be eligible for a visa. You will need to haveGood characterSound healthHealth insurance through the Overseas Student Health titelseite (OSHC)No outstanding debts to the Commonwealth of Australia, or an acceptable repayment planAdequate accommodation, support and welfare if you are under 18 years of ageEnglish language requirementsNot all students will need to provide evidence of their English language skills. However, some students may be required to provide results from a general or academic English language exam. See English language testing systems for more information.AssessmentAll applications are assessed based on assessment levels. These are determined by your passport and the visa sub-class you have applied to study under. Assessment levels are relative to how likely students are to comply with their visa conditions, based on the