Q What is good about Australian education as compared to other countries? Why Study in Australia?
Ans. Australia is an internationally recognized source of high quality education as well as research excellence. Australian universities, vocational education, training colleges and schools are famous for world-class reputation and high standards of education system. Australian Government legislation requires quality assurance agencies and codes of conduct to be in place so that international students in Australia and their parents enjoy a level of service and financial protection that is unrivalled. Cost of education as compared to US and UK is very affordable and with excellent quality of education.

Q How safe is living in Australia ?
Ans. Australia offers Very Safe, Multicultural, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious society in which students can learn and travel in an English speaking country. Australia also offers excellent value for money and a high standard of living.

Q Are Australian Qualifications recognized world-wide?
Ans. Yes, Australia offers world-class high standard education system and the qualifications are recognized throughout world. Graduates from Australian higher education institutions enjoy a wide range of career options, with entry to some of the most interesting and challenging jobs including working for top-tier banks, management consultancies, multinational corporations, legal firms, high tech companies and many others.

Q How much does it cost to study in Australia?
Ans. An Australian Government survey showed that in terms of total costs-including tuition fees and living expenses-Australia was consistently less expensive than the USA and UK. Tuition fees will vary depending on the course or institution. Living costs too will vary by location, course and lifestyle. Our expert director who has studied and lived in Australia for a long time and is a Permanent Resident of Australia provides with very good source of information to our esteemed clients and answer all your queries and doubts.

Q What are the entry requirements to study at Australian institutions?
Ans. Students must meet minimum academic requirements and need a sufficient level of English language proficiency for entry to Australian education and training institutions. As per the requirements you need to score an Overall score of 6.5 Band with Individual score not less than 6.0 in IELTS exam. Institutions will assess whether you meet the selection criteria set for your proposed course of study. They will look at the level and content of the study you have completed in Australia or your home country.

Q What if I don't meet the entry requirements?
Ans. If you do not meet undergraduate course entry requirements you may be able to enroll in Foundation Studies which prepare you for further study in Australia and reserve a provisional place in your proposed course. Bridging courses, such as a Master Qualifying program, are also offered. It is recommended that you seek advice from the institution about meeting their entry requirements before applying for admission into your selected courses.

Q Can I Work in Australia along with my studies?
Ans. Yes You can work up to twenty hours a week on a casual basis during course time and full-time during vacation periods. Most students take part-time or casual jobs during their studies whether during the semester on their vacations or throughout the year.

Q Can I extend my stay in Australia? How?
Ans. Students can extend their stay in Australia by applying for a new visa before your current visa expires. To extend your student visa without changing the conditions of your visa, you must apply on form 157Y

Q Can I file application for Permanent Residence after completion of my course?
Ans. Yes, provided you qualify the Points System for skilled category and get the desired points at the time of filling the application. Other factors to be taken in consideration while calculating points include Age, Qualification, English Language Fluency, Experience, etc. for more detailed assessment Please contact us at : Net Planet Infotech Solutions Pvt Ltd (Head Office at Chandigarh) or our head office in Australia for assessment of your case.

The Australian Government skilled migration programme targets young people who have skills, an education and outstanding abilities that will contribute to the Australian economy. International students with Australian qualifications account for about half the people assessed under the skilled migrant programme. The number of places for skilled migrants increased recently due to the success in attracting graduates in high demand occupations such information technology, nursing and accounting. Applicants must pass a points test and satisfy some basic requirements. These include a maximum age limit of 45, English language proficiency, post-secondary school qualifications or work experience relevant to your nominated occupation. Points are awarded to applicants with Australian qualifications

Certain overseas students in Australia who recently completed a diploma or degree after two Year of full time study(as per the latest rules) in Australia may be able to apply for:

• Graduate - Skilled (Temporary) (Class UQ), subclass 497, or
• Skilled Independent Overseas Student (Migrant) (Class DD), subclass 880, or
• Skilled Australian Sponsored Overseas Student (Migrant) (Class DE), subclasses 881 or 882.

Q Can my family member accompany me to Australia?
Ans. Generally, family unit members(i.e your spouce or dependent children) who intend to accompany you to Australia may be included in your application for a student visa and be processed for visa entry at the same time. They must undergo a medical examination and hold health cover insurance amongst other things. If your family unit members decide to come to Australia after you have arrived, they will have to apply separately. They may also require you to nominate them for entry.Our executives are very well experts in such cases and till date got 100% success rate in student visa applications with family. To know whether you can be eligible with your family to study in Australia, Please visit our office and speak to our experts.

Q Can I change Education Provider / Institution?
Ans. You must remain with the education provider of your preliminary and principal courses for the first 12 months (or the duration of the course/s if they are for less than 12 months). Unless you successfully apply to DIMIA to change provider.

You must inform your current education provider if you intend to change to another provider. If you apply to change education providers within the same education sector as the student visa you currently hold, you must complete a form 157C. You will be subject to a visa application charge of $130 (Refer to DIMIA web site for current visa application charge),except where you have to change because the education provider is no longer able to provide the course.

If at any time after your arrival in Australia you wish to study a new principal course which is in a different education sector to your current principal course, then you must apply for a new visa using form 157A and will be subject to a visa application charge.

Q Can I change my course?
Ans. You may change your course but if your course is in a different education sector to your current principal course, then you must apply for a new visa.

Q Can I leave Australia and re-enter during my studies?
Ans. Your student visa granted allowes for multiple entry. This means that you can depart Australia and re-enter using this visa whilst your visa remains valid. If you leave Australia without a valid visa you will need to re-apply overseas, pay the application charge and meet the visa requirements that are current at that time.

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