STUDY IN AUSTRALIA: Frequently Asked Questions – Australia 1. Is it true that students with low percent, low Ielts score, study gaps can’t apply for Australia? NO it’s not true. Almost everyone is eligible to apply for visa if you can show your genuine intention, sufficient income source, sufficient funds to study in Australia. The problem is not with percentage or study gap, the problem is with how genuine is your intension to study. 2. Can I apply dependent together for Australia? YES you can, if your relationship is genuine, have sufficient funds and can provide sufficient proofs of your marriage relationship. 3. It is said that students with study gap and low ielts score can’t apply under streamlined visa processing (SVP)? YES you can apply. You need to submit proof in details for what you did during study gaps. 4. It is said that if we get admission in university under SVP, we get 100% visa? NO, this understanding is completely wrong. Visa Officers can refuse your application if they are not satisfied with your application. 5. It is said that we do not get visa if we apply in College? NO, this understanding is wrong. You can apply in colleges and can get visa. 6. Do Maple International Education guarantee the visa? Absolutely NOT. We do not guarantee visa for any country, however, we can guarantee to provide you International standard quality services. Maple International Education is accredited by International Accreditation Organization (IAO). This is the assurance that services we offer meet the international standard quality. Counseling and guidance is provided by experienced Certified counselors. 7. What is streamlined visa processing? The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (the department) will assess student visa applicants who lodge their applications on or after 24 March 2012, with a Confirmation of Enrolment from a participating university in Australia at Bachelor, Masters or Doctoral degree level as though they were a lower migration risk (similar to the current Assessment Level 1), regardless of their country of origin. 8. Am I eligible for streamlined visa processing if I study a prerequisite English language tuition, foundation or bridging course before my main course of study? If you apply for a package of courses comprising an enabling course (such as a prerequisite English language tuition, foundation or bridging course) followed by the main course (for example, a Bachelor degree from a participating university), you must provide a certificate of enrolment in the enabling course(s) and the main course in your package at the time that you lodge your application to be eligible for streamlined visa processing. An enabling course must be provided by a participating university or by their nominated educational business partner. 9. Can I still apply for a student visa if I am not eligible for streamlined visa processing? Yes. If you are not eligible for streamlined processing you can still apply for a student visa under the existing assessment level arrangements. 10. What are the benefits of streamlined visa processing? Under the streamlined processing arrangements, universities can be confident that the majority of their students will have their visa applications processed quickly. In addition, student visa applicants applying under the streamlining arrangements will generally have reduced evidentiary requirements. Streamlined processing will help universities to support increased numbers of high-quality, genuine international students and will help to make Australia a destination of choice for international students. 11. Are you allowed to work in Australia? If yes how many hours you can work per week? Yes, you are allowed to work 40 hours fort-night. (40 hrs/2weeks) – both student and dependent studying Diploma & Bachelor degree course. For Master degree – Dependent can work full-time and student can work 20 hours fort-night. You are not allowed to begin working until your course has started. 12. What special feature do you find about studying in Australia in compare to other countries? Studying in Australia has special features in comparison to other countries they are: · Australia has quality of education · It’s teaching method is advance due to modern technology and equipments · Its qualification are internationally recognized and has high rate to employment · provide post study work permit after completing the course to gain work experience. · Australia is developed, vibrant and friendly country where students can live, learn, and grow in peaceful environment. · it’s free from racial discrimination and harassment. · 2-3 years Post-study work permit is available after completion of study. 13. When should I apply? You can only make an application for an Australian student visa after you have received a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your chosen university. In order to get a CoE, you must have been given a formal offer by the university, accepted it in writing and paid a deposit toward your tuition fees. Please also note that if you are applying online you can only apply for your visa a maximum of 124 days before your course starts. If you are not eligible to apply online, you will be making your paper application to the Australia High Commission and will be able to apply for your visa once you have received your CoE. 14. When can I travel to Australia? You can arrive in Australia on your student visa up to 90 days before your course starts. 15. How long does the visa last? Your student visa will last for the duration of your studies (including holiday periods) and will allow you some time to remain in Australia at the end of your course. This can range from one to three months, depending on the length of your course and the month in which it ends. 16. Your obligations You must remain enrolled in a course registered on CRICOS (cricos.deewr.gov.au). You must maintain satisfactory attendance on your course, as required by your education provider. You must make satisfactory course progress for each study period. You must advise your education provider of your home address in seven days of arriving in Australia. If you change address during your stay, you must tell your provider within seven days. You must maintain health insurance while in Australia. This can be done by obtaining Overseas Student Health Cover. 17. Are Australian qualifications recognised overseas? Australian qualifications are highly respected internationally and are distinguished by the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). The AQF is our national system of learning that is recognised by many overseas countries. The Australian Agency represents only top quality nationally accredited institutions. So you can be sure your qualifications will be highly regarded wherever you choose to establish your career. 18. What is vocational and technical education? Australias Vocational and Technical Education (VTE) system is often referred to as Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) in other countries. VTE delivers training that is practical and career-oriented. Courses include: computing, business studies, marketing, tourism and hospitality. VTE is also available in Australian schools. 19. Can international students attend schools in Australia? Yes. All government and non-government schools accept international students and must meet special requirements under Australian Government legislation. 20. Do I have to complete my studies within a certain timeframe? Yes. Your student visa specifies an expected duration in which you will study in Australia. You must complete your studies within this duration. 21. Can I extend my student visa in Australia? Yes. You can apply to extend your student visa if you have not completed your studies within the expected duration. 22. What if I finish my studies early? You must leave Australia within 28 working days. If you wish to extend your stay in Australia you must gain approval from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). 23. Can I change my program of study after I have arrived in Australia? Yes. You will need to get necessary permission from your university. If you change qualifications you may also need to submit a new student visa application. 24. Are scholarships available to international students who study in Australia? Yes. Most scholarships however, are offered for postgraduate study in universities. The majority of international students in Australia are full-fee paying students and are not awarded scholarships. 25. Do I need a tax file number if I study in Australia? Australian Agency recommends that you get an Australian tax file number (TFN). You will need this for banking and tax purposes if you work during study. Every Australian Post Office will have an application form available. Or you can apply online. 26. How do I calculate the funds I need to present to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) if I am going to renew my student visa soon? International students are required to show that they have genuine access to sufficient funds to be granted a student visa. This includes tuition fees, living expenses and return airfare to your home country. Depending on the passport you hold and the course you are going to study, you may need to show that the funds have been with the bank for a certain period of time. You may also need to demonstrate that you have the access to these funds. 27. I am holding a visa subclass 572 to study a diploma course and the visa lasts for two years. If I decide to transfer to a degree program at a university after six months of diploma study, what should I do about my visa? International students should study on visas which are consistent with their courses. Your visa category is decided according to the education sector of your main course of study (principal course). If you change your education sector, you should change your visa category as well. The process of changing visa category is similar to applying for a new student visa. You will need to meet English and financial requirements. In your situation, you will need to change your visa from visa subclass 572 to visa subclass 573. APPLY NOW FOR NOV./FEB. INTAKE PLEASE VISIT OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR DOCUMENTS FOR PROCESSING.
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