常见问题 Frequently asked questions
■ 为何推荐读澳洲私立中学？
澳大利亚的私立高中教育注重学生的全面发展，知识的传授以实际需求为主。其授课的方式比较灵活，类似与大学的教授方式，学生自由选课。所有的课程都积极开发学生的自学能力和实际应用能力。一些规模较大的私立高中开设非常丰富的课程以满足学生的不同兴趣和特长，更有一些同时开设IB, A Level等国际化的高中课程为优秀的学生提供更多选择和机会。此外，澳大利亚私立高中一般由教会、企业和私人机构管理，大多都沿袭了传统的英国教育模式和体系，校风严谨，对学生各方面要求严格。私立高中设施先进，各类教室、实验室、体育场、艺术中心、图书馆等等的配套资源都十分完善。澳洲当地学生就读公立高中是免费的，而去私立学校确要支付金额较高的学费； 对于海外学生来说，就读公立学校的学费是一年1万至1万2千澳元的学费，与私立学校的学费相比费用相差并不大，但享受的服务、教学指导、教学设施和校园环境明显高于公立学校。
■ 澳洲学生签证材料准备最重要的是什么？
为了避免任何签证的延误，学生应该争取在递交签证时提供完整的材料。 其中最重要的是澳洲学校提供的录取通知书、经济情况证明及经济来源证明、雅思成绩单（18岁以上的学生）。要注意通知书内容要准确，通知书中标明的入学日期合理。办理电子签证的话，虽然签证周期可以缩短很多，还是应该尽可能在课程开始前提前12周递交申请，保证签证时间。
■ 18岁以前出国还是高中毕业后再去澳洲？
如果选择来澳洲留学，需要根据学生及家庭的自身情况，考虑留学的年龄。 如果学生年龄较小（高中在读）而且家里的经济条件比较充裕，可以考虑尽早出国。这样学生可以不需要出国前通过雅思考试，出国后由于年龄小，英语提高得迅速，对西方教育适应得快。不过如果家庭经济条件有限制，可以考虑高中毕业后，通过了雅思考试，来澳洲读大学比较实际，这样学生需要3年的时间可以在澳洲取得学士学位，节省了时间和及费用。
■ 大专生申请澳洲大学注意事项
大专三年全日制毕业生，特别是有相关工作经验的申请者，有希望获得大学研究生课程的直接录取，直接入读硕士学位课程，但目前只有少数澳大利亚大学可以接受大专学生直接入读硕士学位课程。由于大专毕业生没有学士学位，此类申请者适合申请澳大利亚大学的研究生证书课程、研究生文凭课程。大专生可以通过学习此类硕士学位预备课程直接进入研究生学位课程，从而最终获得硕士学位，通常这一过程需要2年时间。学生也可以申请就读澳洲大学本科，而且可以根据所选专业的相关性申请转学分，即澳方学校可以根据你在中国已经完成的课程考虑承认一部分学分，这样就可以缩短学生来澳洲后完成本科课程所需要的时间。由于各所院校的入学要求有所不同，如需了解具体专业和要求，请与我们联系。
■ 阿德莱德大学的MBA需要什么条件？
阿德莱德大学的MBA课程是澳洲最早的MBA课程，在澳洲及亚太地区颇有声誉。对于海外学生的入学标准为：大学本科学士学位，雅思7.0（各项都不低于6.5），三年或以上相关管理工作经验，GMAT成绩，简历，另外还学要准备2份推荐信。对于没有学士学位的专科毕业生，如果申请人具有丰富的工作经验（5年以上），也可以通过先就读该商学院的工商管理研究生文凭Graduate Diploma of Business Administration，然后升入MBA课程的方式，最终取得的学位是同样的MBA学位。
■ 雅思成绩需要多少才能申请学校？
自2011年11月5日起，澳洲移民局和澳洲多所大学除雅思（IELTS）成绩外，开始接受托福网考（TOEFL iBT），PTE （Person Test if English），和剑桥英语（Cambridge English Certificate in Advanced English）。入读澳方大学课程通常要求雅思成绩6.0，个别专业要求6.5或7.0。对于语言分数稍低于录取要求的同学，可以通过读对应的学术语言课程来获得直接入读大学课程的资格。例如某同学要入读雅思要求6.0的大学课程，如果他的雅思分数是5.0，那么通常可以通过读20 周的学术语言课程来获得直接入读大学课程的资格。对于语言分数与学校录取要求相差比较多的同学，还可以通过普通英语课程+学术英语课程来满足大学入学要求，但最少也要达到雅思4.5（写作和口语不低于4.5）。移民局规定对于来澳读大学课程的同学，语言课程的长度不得超过30周。由于不同学校和不同专业对语言的要求有所不同，如需具体信息，请联系我们。
■ 是先移民再读书还是先读书再移民？
移民和留学都是人生的重要选择。移民需要申请人有长远的计划，移民的手续复杂，周期长，目前澳洲移民的签证处理时间是12-16个月，而且移民要求比较严格，普通的职业移民难度增加很多，不过对于信息产业方面和会计行业的人移民还是一个好的选择。移民之后再读书，学费标准是当地人的标准，所以可以便宜很多。
留学则是大多数人可以考虑的提高自我素质和能力的选择，留学后发展的空间也很大。一般来说，即使移民后，要想在异国他乡立足，最好具备当地的学位，这样适应当地生活的能力也增强很多。留学后学生如果想移民，通常可以获得加分，澳洲移民部也鼓励留学生毕业后直接移民，所以对于直接办理技术移民难以通过分数线的申请人，通过先留学再移民也可以提高移民成功的可能性
■ 从英国、新西兰或新加坡等国家读书的学生是否可以转到澳洲读书？
正在英国、新西兰或新加坡等国读书的海外学生，只要能够通过雅思考试（最低5.0），并且可以符合澳洲移民局对学生签证资金方面的要求，就可以转来澳洲读书。而且这些在海外的中国学生可以在所在国家的澳洲签证处申请，不需要将材料递交阿德雷得签证处。这样应该可以比在国内申请学生签证稍微快些。本中心已经办理过该类申请，如有需要该方面的服务，请来信或传真。
■ 在澳洲留学一年的费用要多少？
在澳洲读书主要的费用是学费，生活费。如果读的是高中，每年学费通常是10000-30000澳元，大学则在13000 -30000澳元之间。生活费用主要是住宿费用。在阿德莱德市生活的每周费用估算如下，可以作为参考。但下列费用不包括学生回国的旅行费用等。
|
开支项目
|
费用估计（澳元/周）
|
开支项目
|
费用估计（澳元/周）
|
|
租房
|
$115-$350 (按合租住房计算)
|
电费/煤气费
|
$37-$50
|
|
电话费
|
$30-$50
|
衣服/娱乐
|
$40+
|
|
食物(在家吃)
|
$80-$100
|
||
|
交通费
|
$20-$35
|
合计每周开支
|
$315-$620
|
■ 澳洲留学可以打工吗？
澳洲允许留学生在读书期间打工，自2008年4月26日以后申请的学生签证自动带有打工许可。官方规定的每个学生每周可以打工20小时。餐馆工是比较容易找到的工作，每小时工资大约8-15澳元。
■ 中国的手机在澳洲可以用吗？
澳洲的移动电话系统与中国一样，所以大部分中国销售的手机都可以拿到澳洲使用。本中心通常协助学生来到澳洲后办理当地的手机卡，澳洲的手机收费是单向收费，接收电话不需要付费。
■ 初来澳洲留学通过澳洲海关要注意什么？
初次来澳洲留学的同学注意，在飞机抵达澳洲之前，飞机上会发澳洲的入境卡Incoming Passengers Card，应该在飞机上填好，入境卡的主要内容是姓名，护照号码，抵达澳洲航班号，在澳洲的居住地址（需要在出发前与澳方学校或代表确认好），对自己携带行李中有关澳洲规定的需要申报的物品（食品，茶、某些药品、带泥土的鞋等）的申报，如果携带了超过1万澳元（或等值的其他货币）现金也必须申报。 请参见入境卡填写说明。
抵达澳洲后，首先需要通过海关，出示护照和入境卡；然后领取行李；之后海关人员会根据你入境卡上申报的内容决定是否需要检查行李，正常情况没有任何申报内容的走绿色通道，如果有申报的走红色通道。但也有个别情况下，海关检查严格，对所有行李都检查。
■ 来澳洲留学需要带那些生活用品？那里的生活用品贵吗？
澳洲的基本生活用品价格比较合理，如洗发水、牙膏、洗衣粉、纸巾等日用品价格与国内像差不多。本中心建议学生们第一次来澳洲时带好自己的随身用品如牙膏、牙刷、毛巾等，避免初到澳洲不熟悉环境时还得先买。另外建议学生带个插头转换插座（如公牛牌插座就可以），中国的电器可以在这里使用，但澳洲的插座形状不同，需要转换插座。 学生也可以考虑带个电褥子，澳洲的冬天可以使用。
■ 阿德雷得的气候怎样？需要带毛衣、毛裤吗？
阿德雷得气候比较温和，冬天温和多雨，白天气温通常在15度左右，夜间可以低到5度左右，不会结冰，下雪，毛衣是冬天必备的衣服，毛裤是没有必要的。带一件保暖的外套就可以了。阿德雷得的夏季比较干热，墨镜是必备用品。
■ 获得学生签证需要多少资金担保？
对于来澳洲读大学的学生，资金担保金额要要不少于18个月的学费的学费以及生活费用加上往返旅行费用2000澳元，保证金从存入日起至递交签证申请材料是不够三个月的不计在内。对于来澳洲读高中的学生，资金担保金额要不少于2年的学费以及生活费用加上往返旅行费用2000澳元。需要注意的是，保证金从存入日期至递交申请材料时不够三个月的不计在内。另外，如果申请人有配偶或者子女随申请人一同赴澳，需要额外加上他们的生活费等。如果没有符合上述条件的银行存款，可以办理银行贷款，与存款证明有同样的效力。办理贷款不用提前三个月，准备递交材料是在办理即可。具体信息请提前与本中心咨询。
■ 股票和债券可否作为资金担保？
非现金资产不可作为资金担保。股票投资是不可以的，可以作为辅助性的资料提供。债券通常也不可以做为资金担保，不过有个别是在银行购买，可以开银行存款证明并且有存单的，可以作为资金担保。 通常资金担保需要是个人的定期存款。
■ 谁可以为我的留学提供资金？
你自己，你的配偶，你的父母，你的兄弟姐妹或你的祖父母都可以为你留学提供资金。并且如果叔叔/舅舅,姨/姑是澳大利亚公民，澳大利亚永久居民或是久居澳大利亚的新西兰公民,都可为你留学提供资金。无论谁提供资金担保，须提供相应的材料证明他们是如何积累下资金的（例如工作证明、工资单、营业执照等）。
■ 哪些金融机构提供的证明不被接受？
现金存款必须存在被认可的金融机构内。目前中国人民邮政储蓄机构未达到移民法的法律规定，所以由它们所出具的存款证明材料不被接受。
■ 若从银行得到学生贷款，哪些银行是移民处部认可的？
在中国，移民部认可的可提供留学贷款的金融机构为中国银行、中国工商银行、中国建设银行、中国农业银行、中信实业银行、上海浦东发展银行、交通银行、中国光大银行、华夏银行、广东发展银行、深圳发展银行、中国招商银行、兴业银行、中国民生银行、恒丰银行、中国浙商银行。
■ 若从银行得到学生贷款，是否还需要三个月的存款记录？
不需要。
■ 如果办理了银行贷款，何时必须将贷款划入银行账户?
在您递交申请时，需提供由银行出具的证明信,该证明信上必须注明您已获得银行贷款，借款人可以是您以及/或您的配偶、父母、祖父母、兄弟姐妹，或为澳大利亚公民,澳大利亚永久居民或是久居澳大利亚的新西兰公民的叔叔/舅舅,姨/姑，所贷金额必须足够支付您在澳期间的费用，并且贷款期限不能短于您申请的签证类别所要求的指定贷款期限。在您通过学生签证预评估之后，您必须提供最终的贷款合同证明（复印件）及其翻译件，以及该项贷款现已划入您银行账户的证明。该证明必须以银行存款证明的形式出具的，并附上存单或存折以表明贷款现已划入该帐户。
贷款合同必须注明该项贷款是签证申请人用于留学的贷款，已经划入您以及/或您的配偶、父母、祖父母、兄弟姐妹的帐户，并且贷款期限不能短于您申请的签证类别所要求的指定贷款期限。如果您不提供此类证明，您的申请将会被拒签。
■ 何时偿还留学贷款？
如果全部留学费用以留学贷款的方式全部支付的话，对于来澳读大学的学生来说，学生签证要求贷款期限为18个月或者当申请人在澳的学习时间不足18个月时，与申请人在澳学习时间一致。也就是说，该贷款的有效期必须为18个月。如果学生在澳的学习时间不到18个月，贷款期限应该不短于学生的全部在澳学习时间；对于来澳读高中的学生，学生签证要求贷款期限为24个月或者当申请人在澳的学习时间不足24个月时，与申请人在澳学习时间一致。也就是说，该贷款的有效期必须为24个月。如果学生在澳的学习时间不到24个月，贷款期限应该不短于学生的全部在澳学习时间。按照移民局规定，在指定还贷期限之内不可偿还留学贷款。最好在提供贷款材料时，跟我们详细咨询一下，便于我们根据你的具体提出建议。
Please note that the following information is intended as a guide only. AIES will assist students in each of the areas listed below. For further details or assistance please contact us.
- Course selection and admission
- Student visas / Financial requirements
- Living and studying in Australia
- Migration
Course selection and admission
■ Are there any fees for the AIES student services?
Our services to international students for counseling, course admission and student visa preparation are free. In fact, by using an agent such as us you will generally not need to pay the institution course application fee either. To find out more about how we can help you, please visit our study in Australia section.
■ How do I apply for a course?
The first step towards studying in Australia is to contact AIES. We will review your career goals and interests, academic background and English level to assist you in selecting suitable study options.
■ Can AIES help me even if I am still in my home country?
Yes, absolutely. We help many students from all over the world. Our office is located in Adelaide, South Australia and by using an Australian based agent you can rest assured that you are dealing with a reputable and professional company. For students arriving from overseas we help you with arrival support, accommodation (if required) and make sure that you settle into to your new home. Our office is located in the heart of the city near many of the institutions where students study, so if you ever have any problems we are always just a phone call or short walk away.
■ When should I apply to study in Australia / When do courses start?
You should apply to study in Australia as soon as possible, ideally 5 months prior to commencing your course (see visa details also). However, for some courses it is possible for the application and visa process to take less time than this. In general, University courses start in February each year, a number of Universities also offer a mid-year intake in July. VET courses generally have two intakes a year, February and July and a number will also offer April and September intakes.
■ What are some important considerations for choosing a course?
For students who are unsure of their study path following completion of their high school education, there are a number of factors which they need to consider when selecting a suitable course. These include:
- a) Desired study subject area
- b) Institution type – i.e. University or a Vocational Education and Training (VET) institution, a bridging course to gain entry into a specific university course may also be considered.
- c) Academic background and English level
- d) Desired living location
- e) Available finance
- f) Course enrolment / commencement dates
Education is an important investment and there are many options, AIES have many years experience in helping students choose a study path this is right for them.
■ What is a Vocational Education and Training (VET) institution?
Australia's VET system comprises of government-owned TAFE and a wide variety of private training organizations. VET courses focus on delivering training that is both practical and career-oriented, you'll earn qualifications in fields such as IT, business, tourism and hospitality, to name just a few. These qualifications are recognized all over the world; and thanks to pathways, you can easily move across to university degree courses, with your VET qualification counting towards entry (i.e. certain VET Diploma courses can provide 1 year credit towards a related Bachelor Degree at University).
■ What are the different levels of education qualifications in Australia and typical entry requirements?
| Qualification |
Typical study length |
Institution type |
Typical entry requirements** |
| Certificate II - IV |
6 – 12 months |
VET* |
IELTS score 5.5 |
| Diploma / Advanced Diploma |
1 – 2 years |
VET (some universities) |
IELTS score 5.5, completed secondary education |
| Bachelor Degree |
3 years |
University (some VET institutions) |
IELTS score 6.0, completed secondary education or diploma or foundation studies |
| Masters Degree |
1 – 2 years |
University |
IELTS score 6.5, completed Bachelor degree |
| * VET = Vocational education & training (i.e. TAFE or private college) ** Students who do not meet the required IELTS score, may gain course entry if they enroll in an approved English language course (however min. acceptable IELTS score is 5.0) |
|||
■ What are important considerations regarding IELTS?
IELTS is the international English lanaguage test which student need to undertake for entry into courses and also for visa applications. Typically a student is required to have completed an IELTS exam no more than 2 years prior to the start date of their course. If a student has already studied for 12 months in an Australian institution an IELTS exam may not be required. If a student does not have the particular IELTS score for their course often an English course can be completed prior to commencing study. To find your nearest IELTS testing centre visit www.ielts.org.
■ What happens if I don't meet the minimum entry requirements for a course?
AIES are very experienced at helping students fulfill their study goals. If a student does not meet all the entry requirements for a particular course we will provide advice on relevant study options such as English, foundation or diploma courses to help you gain entry into your chosen course.
■ How much are tuition fees?
Tuition fees vary depending on the course and institution. As a rough guide, VET courses for a 1.5 to 2 year Diploma range from $9,000 to $11,500 per year ($18,000 to $23,000 in total) and a University 3 year Bachelor Degree ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 per year ($45,000 to $90,000 in total). A University 2 year Masters Degree ranges from $15,000 to $35,000 per year ($30,000 to $70,000 in total).
■ When am I required to pay for my tuition fees?
Once you have received your offer into a course you will usually be required to pay 6 months tuition fees to secure your place. Only after this payment has been made will the institution be able to provide a Confirmation of Enrollment (COE) and then the student visa process can begin. Learn more about the steps to studying in Australia ».
■ Are the institutions Government or Privately owned and which is the best?
Most Australian universities are government owned and most VET institutions (except Tafe) are privately owned. Both operate to the Australian Quality Framework to ensure a high standard of education is delivered. In general, government institutions will have a greater number of students (several thousand versus several hundred in a private institution).
There is no official ranking system for institutions in Australia as such. Different universities will tend to specialise in different areas. Students should focus on the course they want to study and find out the appropriate institutions that can satisfy their needs according to their requirements.
Student visas / Financial requirements
■ What are important considerations for student visa applications?
Note: AIES will assist students with their student visa applications.
Each student coming to Australia will be required to obtain a student visa. Applications are assessed by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). The student visa type and application information required varies depending on the level of study being undertaken in Australia and the student’s nationality. These two factors determine the DIAC visa assessment level (view visa assessment levels).
In general, visa applicants will be required to submit:
- Visa application form
- Confirmation of Enrollemt (COE) from the educational institution
- IELTS results (students over the age of 18)
- Proof of your economic situation and financial resources
In order to allow sufficient time for visa processing, eVisa applications (only applicable to China, India, Malaysia and Thailand) should be submitted at least 1 - 2 months prior to the course start date. Non eVisa applications should be submitted 3 - 4 months prior to the course start date. Once the student has supplied AIES with all the relevant information AIES will submit the application directly to DIAC (using the eVisa service where possible) and advise the student of the outcome.
Student visa renewals can be submitted anytime prior to the visa expiry date (a bridging visa is automatically provided if the visa expires while the new student visa is being processed by DIAC).
■ How much does it cost for a student visa?
All students applying for a student visa are required to pay an Australian Government student visa application fee. Please see the latest visa pricing table for details. Students are also responsible for payment of a medical exam as required by Australian Immigration. AIES will provide details of the medical exam upon lodgement of the student visa application.
■ What are the financial requirements for an assessment Level 4 student visa?
In order to obtain an Assessment Level 4 visa you must have enough money to pay for travel, tuition and living expenses for yourself, your spouse and your dependent children for the duration of your stay in Australia.
You must show proof that you can meet these financial requirements for the first 24 months of your stay in Australia. Funds in a money deposit must be held for at least 3 months immediately prior to the lodgement of your visa application. If you have completed 75% of your course and are applying to renew your student visa, you do not need to show your savings history.
The table below outlines the amounts in Australian dollars (AUD$) that you need access to. These amounts are the minimum required for this visa. They do not necessarily represent the cost of living in Australia.
| Expenses | Per Person | Amount required in A$ |
| Travel (Return) | Yourself | A$2000 |
| Partner | A$2000 | |
| Child | A$1000 | |
| Tuition (Full course) | Yourself | Course fees |
| Children aged 5-18 | A$8000 per year | |
| Living | Yourself | A$18610 per year |
| Spouse | A$6515 per year | |
| First child | A$3720 per year | |
| Each other child | A$2790 per year |
As an example for a student with no dependents, if you are enrolled in a 3 year Degree course which costs $20,000 per year. You will be required to have - Tuition fees of $20,000 x 2 years ($40,000), return flight ($2,000) and 2 years living expenses $18,610 x 2 ($37,220) = total of $79,220 (less any deposit or tuition fees already paid).
Acceptable sources of income:
The money to support you and your family members must come from one or more acceptable sources, which may include:
- A money deposit with an approved financial institution that has been held in an account for at least six consecutive months immediately before the date of your visa application by
- You
- Your spouse
- Your brother or sister
- Your parents
- Your grandparents
- your aunt or uncle (only if they usually live in Australia and are either a citizen/permanent resident of Australia or an eligible New Zealand citizen)
- A loan from an approved financial institution made to (and in the name of)
- You
- Your spouse
- Your brother or sister
- Your parents
- Your grandparents
- Your aunt or uncle (only if they usually live in Australia and are either a citizen/permanent resident of Australia or an eligible New Zealand citizen)
- A loan from your government
- A multilateral agency. Examples: United Nations, World Bank or Asian Development Bank
Note: Non-cash assets such as property and shares are not acceptable sources of income. However, non-cash assets may be liquidated or used as collateral on a loan, if they are provided by an acceptable source.
Note: For details of approved financial institutions please see below.
Providing evidence of deposits or loans:
You need to show evidence of how the money to fund your studies was accumulated.
If your source of income is a money deposit held in a bank account, you must provide the following evidence:
- Pay slips
- Bank loan documents
- Interest from investments
If your source of income is a loan, you must provide the following evidence:
- A bank statement showing the amount of available credit
- a statement from the holder of the loan that its purpose is to support your studies
Note: If your source of income is a home loan with a redraw facility from an Australian financial institution, the funds from the redraw facility may be considered a loan. A home loan with a redraw facility from a non-Australian financial institution may be acceptable, but must be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Supporting family members when studying for less than 12 months:
If you are applying to study in Australia for less than 12 months, your family members are not eligible to come with you to Australia. However, you must show that you have enough funds to support your family members in your home country, taking into consideration the standard cost of living in that country.
■ What are the financial requirements for an assessment Level 3 student visa?
In order to obtain an Assessment Level 3 visa you must have enough money to pay for travel, tuition and living expenses for yourself, your spouse and your dependent children for the duration of your stay in Australia. You must show proof that you can meet these financial requirements for the first 18 months of your stay in Australia.
Funds in a money deposit must be held for at least 3 months immediately prior to the lodgement of your visa application. If you have completed 75% of your course and are applying to renew your student visa, you do not need to show your savings history.
The table below outlines the amounts in Australian dollars (AUD$) that you need access to. These amounts are the minimum required for this visa. They do not necessarily represent the cost of living in Australia.
| Expenses | Per Person | Amount required in A$ |
| Travel (Return) | Yourself | A$2000 |
| Partner | A$2000 | |
| Child | A$1000 | |
| Tuition (Full course) | Yourself | Course fees |
| Children aged 5-18 | A$8000 per year | |
| Living | Yourself | A$18610 per year |
| Spouse | A$6515 per year | |
| First child | A$3720 per year | |
| Each other child | A$2790 per year |
As an example for a student with no dependents, if you are enrolled in a 3 year Degree course which costs $15,000 per year. You will be required to have - Tuition fees of $15,000 x 2 years ($30,000), return flight ($2,000) and 2 years living expenses $12,000 x 2 ($24,000) = total of $56,000 (less any deposit or tuition fees already paid).
Acceptable sources of income:
The money to support you and your family members must come from one or more acceptable sources, which may include:
- A money deposit with an approved financial institution held by you, or a person supporting you. This money must be held in an account for three consecutive months immediately before the date of your visa application
- A loan from an approved financial institution made to you or a person supporting you
- A loan from your government
- A multilateral agency. Examples: United Nations, World Bank or Asian Development Bank
Note: Non-cash assets such as property and shares are not acceptable sources of income. However, non-cash assets may be liquidated or used as collateral on a loan, if they are provided by an acceptable source.
Note: A person supporting you is anyone who is prepared to accept financial responsibility for your fees. A certified or notarised letter would be required from this person.
Note: For details of approved financial institutions please see below.
Providing evidence of deposits or loans:
You need to show evidence of how the money to fund your studies was accumulated.
If your source of income is a money deposit held in a bank account, you must provide the following evidence:
- Pay slips
- Bank loan documents
- Interest from investments
If your source of income is a loan, you must provide the following evidence:
- A bank statement showing the amount of available credit
- A statement from the holder of the loan that its purpose is to support your studies
Note: If your source of income is a home loan with a redraw facility from an Australian financial institution, the funds from the redraw facility may be considered a loan. A home loan with a redraw facility from a non-Australian financial institution may be acceptable, but must be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Supporting family members when studying for less than 12 months:
If you are applying to study in Australia for less than 12 months, your family members are not eligible to come with you to Australia. However, you must show that you have enough funds to support your family members in your home country, taking into consideration the standard cost of living in that country.
View further details on financial requirements »
■ Which are approved financial institutions?
Approved financial institutions are those governed by the central bank of the foreign country in which it operates, AIES will provide details at the time of visa preparation as it varies for each country. However, some details are available for the following countries -China, India, Nepal.
Living and studying in Australia
■ Where can I study in Australia?
Students can choose to study in any Australian city, however most of the students AIES helps study in the South Australian capital Adelaide as that it where our office is located. However, for student wishing to study in other cities we can certainly help you and offer the same course admission and visa services.
■ Can I bring my family (husband/wife, children) with me to Australia?
Yes, if you are studying for longer than 12 months you can bring your husband/wife and children with you to Australia. You will be required to provide additional money to support them and children will need to be enrolled at school. Your husband/wife can also work for up to 20 hours a week while you are studying (or fulltime if you are studying a postgraduate university qualification). As part of your visa application you will be required to have additional funds to cover their living costs (and also tuition fees for children between 5-18) .
■ What does it cost to study and live in Australia?
| Item |
Adelaide / cost per week |
| Accommodation (Shared or single) |
$115 - $350 |
| Telephone/postage |
$10-$30 |
| Food (eating at home) |
$80-$100 |
| Transport |
$20 - $35 |
| Electricity/gas |
$37-$50 |
| Clothing/entertainment |
$40+ |
| Total |
$295 - $600 |
| More info |
■ Can overseas students work in Australia?
Overseas students are allowed to work in Australia during their study period. Student visas granted since April 2008 automatically allow students to work up to 20 hours per week (view fact sheet). It is very common for students to find part-time work in Australia. Jobs can be found through student noticeboards, job advertisements (Seek, Carrer One) and by approaching employers directly.
■ Can mobile phones from overseas be used in Australia?
Yes, Australia's mobile phone service is similar to most other countries and uses the GSM network. It is generally cheaper to buy a local SIM card after arrival. Australia's mobile phone charges are one-way fares, so you do not need to pay to receive calls.
■ Professional Year Program - Accounting, IT and Engineering
The Professional Year Program is designed to assist Accounting, IT and Engineering international graduates gain employment in their chosen career as well as giving eligibility for 10 migration points towards permanent residence.