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Courses, student visas, costs and arrival, explained step by step.
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Most readStudy welding and fabrication in Australia in 2027: what it takesInternational students can study welding and fabrication in Australia on a student visa: two engineering qualifications over about 3 years.23 guides
VisaIn AustraliaCan I apply for a student visa in Australia: onshore or offshore since 2 October 2026Since 2 October 2026 most student visa applications are lodged outside Australia. Who can still apply onshore, by the visa held, and how offshore works.
VisaEveryoneCan I bring my family on a student visa to Australia: the dependent rules since 2 October 2026Since 2 October 2026 most student visa applicants cannot include a partner or children. The six exemptions, including Pacific and ASEAN passports.
VisaIn AustraliaCan I change my course in Australia: student visa rules by course levelA student visa holder can change to a course at the same level or higher. A lower-level course needs a new student visa first, usually from outside Australia.
VisaIn AustraliaCan I change provider on a student visa in Australia: the 12-month ruleYes, with a time rule. Until 30 June 2027 a new college can enrol you only after 12 months of your main course, unless your current college releases you.
VisaIn AustraliaCan I extend my student visa in Australia: the rules since 2 October 2026A student visa cannot be extended. A student who needs more time applies for a new one, and since 2 October 2026 most apply from outside Australia.
CountryOutside AustraliaStudy in Australia after high school in Fiji: what to do after Year 13 resultsFinished Year 12 or Year 13 in Fiji? The routes: a course in Australia, an Australia Awards scholarship, TSLS or study in Fiji, and the Year 13 results.
CountryOutside AustraliaStudy in Australia after Grade 12 in PNG: what to do after your resultsAfter Grade 12 in PNG: a self-funded course in Australia on a student visa, or a place in PNG through NOAS. The 2026 results date is not published yet.
VisaOutside AustraliaHow do you prepare to study in Australia: what to fix on each requirementNot there yet? The student visa (subclass 500) tests English, money, the Genuine Student answers, the course and health cover. Each one has a step.
VisaEveryoneWhich English score do you need for an Australian student visa: IELTS, PTE and what to do if yours is lowerStudent visa English: IELTS 6.0 or PTE Academic 47 for the course alone, IELTS 5.5 or PTE 39 with 10 weeks of English first, for tests from 7 August 2025.
CountryOutside AustraliaFinishing Year 12 in Fiji: how to choose a course in Australia that leads somewhereA Fijian student finishing Year 12 chooses the career first, then the course. The visa charge on a Fiji passport is AUD $745, and family can come.
AdministrationOutside AustraliaHow much money do you need for an Australian student visa in 2027: the Department's sum, with examples for Fiji and the PhilippinesThe Department of Home Affairs asks for travel, first-year fees and AUD $29,710 living costs. Worked sums for students from Fiji and the Philippines.
VisaOutside AustraliaStudent visa changes since 2 October 2026: what school leavers need to knowSince 2 October 2026 most student visa applications are lodged outside Australia and most cannot include family. What changed for a school leaver at home.
AdministrationOutside AustraliaStudent visa documents checklist for 2027: what the Department of Home Affairs asks forEvery document the Department of Home Affairs asks for with a student visa (subclass 500) in 2027, in five groups, for students applying from overseas.
AdministrationEveryoneChoosing the right course to study in Australia in 2027Choosing a course in Australia means weighing your budget against the AUD $29,710 first-year living-cost requirement, on top of course fees.
CourseOutside AustraliaStudy aged care in Australia in 2027: what the course involvesAged care study in Australia usually means three courses in sequence, about three and a half years, for international students who want care work.
CourseOutside AustraliaStudy automotive in Australia in 2027: what the course coversAutomotive study in Australia runs through three linked qualifications, Certificate III to Diploma, for international students aiming at trade work.
CourseOutside AustraliaStudy carpentry in Australia in 2027: what the trade involvesCarpentry study in Australia combines a Certificate III with a Diploma of Building and Construction over about two years, for hands-on trade work.
CourseOutside AustraliaStudy nursing in Australia in 2027: what it really takesNursing in Australia runs from an 18-month diploma to a 3-year bachelor degree, and international students need a student visa before either one.
CountryOutside AustraliaStudying in Australia from the Philippines in 2027: what to plan forFilipino students moving to Australia need a student visa, at least AUD $29,710 in living costs, and a plan for the 48-hour fortnightly work limit.
AdministrationEveryoneWhy choose Studyaway as your education agent in 2027?Studyaway charges international students a clear service fee, AUD $2,000 for a new student visa application from outside Australia, not only commissions.
CourseEveryoneTrades in Australia: work fast, and build toward something permanentCarpentry, automotive, welding and tiling courses get you working quickly and sit on Australia's skilled lists, with the TRA Job Ready step explained.
CourseEveryoneWhy study nursing in Australia? The whole story.Registered Nurse is one of Australia's most in-demand occupations, with a genuine independent PR pathway. How it works, and the Enrolled Nurse detail.No guides match that search yet. Try another word, or .
Quick answers and the student visa
- Frequently asked questionsShort answers on courses, the student visa, money, work and Studyaway.
- Student visa (subclass 500)The charge, funds, English, work rights and health cover on one page.
- Student visa documentsThe documents the Department of Home Affairs asks for, by situation.
- Financial capacity: the funds to showThe sum the Department asks to see, with the funds calculator.