1. Introduction:
Australia is formed of 6 states (New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania) and 2 territories (Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory). Its area is 7,691,951 Km2 and population is 21,010,000.
Details of states, territories, area and populations are given below:
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) – Canberra
Canberra is Australia's federal capital and the largest inland city. Set in a broad valley in the southern tablelands of New South Wales, Canberra is a well-planned lakeside city of parklands, impressive restaurants, beautiful bushland and leafy suburbs.
Its area is 2,358 Km2, population is 340,000, Capital is Canberra and Capital population is 340,000.
Canberra is only a three-hour drive or a 45-minute flight south-west of Sydney. It also has many national attractions, embassies and public buildings.
Canberra is famous for:
Parliament House.
The Australian War Memorial.
The National Gallery of Australia.
The National Museum of Australia.
New South Wales (NSW) – Sydney
New South Wales was founded in 1788 and is Australia’s oldest State. A narrow coastal plain runs the length of its east coast, and to the west is the Great Dividing Range. Beyond these mountains, a tableland gradually slopes down to the plains, which cover most of the State.
Its area is 800,642 Km2, population is 6,890,000, capital is Sydney, and Capital Population is 4,340,000.
NSW is the most populous State in Australia and the majority of its inhabitants live along the coast. It has dense forests, alpine country, deserts, and golden-sand beaches and bays on its North Coast.
Australia’s longest river system, the Murray-Darling, is situated in this State. Agriculturally, it is renowned for its sheep and beef industry.
NSW is famous for:
The Sydney Opera House.
The Sydney Harbour Bridge.
The Blue Mountains – a national park about 1 hour west of Sydney.
The 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Northern Territory (NT) – Darwin
The Northern Territory is known for its central desert called the ‘Red Centre’. Here the main features are rugged ranges and huge rocks rising from the desert plains. Uluru is the most famous geological feature in this region.
Its area is 1,349,129 Km2, population is 210,000, Capital is Darwin and Capital Population is 120,000.
Its capital, Darwin, was established in 1869 as a port and center for the cattle industry. Mineral wealth and tourism has become more important, and Darwin has recently reinvented itself as a gateway to Asia.
NT is famous for:
Kakadu National Park – east of Darwin.
Alice Springs – a town in the centre of the Northern Territory.
Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park – south-east of Darwin.
Queensland (Qld) - Brisbane
Queensland takes up about one-fifth of the area of Australia. Along its eastern coastline are fertile plains and river valleys, which sometimes extend up to 200 km inland. The Great Dividing Range borders these lowlands, stretching south from Cape York to the New South Wales border. The major agricultural products are tropical fruits, beef and wool.
Its area is 1,730,648 Km2, population is 4,180,000, its capital is Brisbane and Capital Population is 1,860,000.
Brisbane was settled by convicts in 1825 and with its sunny days and tropical weather, is now the fastest growing city in the country. Just north of Brisbane are the beaches and coastal lakes of the Sunshine Coast, and to the south is the popular tourist destination of the Gold Coast.
Queensland is famous for:
The rainforests of Far North Queensland.
The Great Barrier Reef - a more than 2000 km long coral reef north-east of the mainland.
Fraser Island – the largest sand island in the world, which is 3 hours north of Brisbane.
The Gold Coast – a major holiday destination for national and international tourists.
South Australia (SA) - Adelaide
South Australia is the driest state in Australia. Over 60% of it is desert and 80% receives less that 250mm of rain per year. However, the south-east corner has dry warm summers and cool wet winters. Along with rich fertile soil, this climate makes it ideal for growing wine.
Its area is 983,482, population is 1,580,000, capital is Adelaide and Capital Population is 1,160,00.
Adelaide contains some of Australia’s best-preserved Victorian architecture. This gracious city is surrounded by parkland and is home to 73% of South Australians.
SA is famous for
The Barossa Valley – a major wine producing area north-east of Adelaide.
Coober Pedy – a opal mining town that is underground.
The Adelaide Festival of Arts – held every 2 years.
Tasmania (Tas) - Hobart
Tasmania was cut off from mainland Australia at the end of the last Ice Age, and it is known for its unique wildlife, wilderness and unspoiled beauty. The National Parks, including Crater Lake, offer one of the last great wilderness areas in the world. Tasmania’s capital, Hobart was settled in 1803, when the British government in Sydney sent soldiers and convicts there to protect their sealing and whaling interests.
Its area is 68,401, population is 490,000, capital is Hobart and Capital Population is 210,00.
Tasmania has substantial farming, forestry, hydro-electric, and mining and fishery industries.
Tasmania is famous for:
Port Arthur Historic site – this once was a prison for convicts.
The Sydney to Hobart yacht race – starts every year on Dec 26th.
Its bushwalking – many wilderness areas are only accessible on foot.
Victoria (Vic) - Melbourne
Victoria is the smallest state on Australia’s mainland. It was settled in 1834 and separated from New South Wales in 1851 at the time when gold was discovered at Ballarat and Bendigo.
Its area is 227,416 Km2, population is 5,210,000, its capital is Melbourne and Capital population is 3,810,000.
Victoria’s High Country offers some of the best mountain climbing on the continent. Its capital, Melbourne offers colonial and contemporary architecture, beautiful botanical gardens, excellent restaurants and a vibrant artistic community. Melbourne is also very involved in sport and holds the most famous horse race in Australia, the Melbourne Cup.
Victoria is famous for:
The goldfields of central Victoria.
Sporting events such as the Melbourne Cup horse race.
The Great Ocean Road – spectacular coastal scenery west of Melbourne.
Western Australia (WA) - Perth
Western Australia is the largest state in the Commonwealth. Its capital of Perth, is situated on the Swan River, and has all the modern conveniences, while maintaining a friendly and relaxed feeling. White sandy beaches are only minutes from the city.
Its area is 2,529,875 Km2, population is 2,110,000, capital is Perth and Capital Population is 1,560,000.
Rich farmland lies inland as well as some of the world's most productive goldfields. The state’s wealth also includes iron, nickel, wheat and wool, which is mostly exported from the port of Fremantle.
The north of the state boasts a wide variety of attractions including gorges and national parks, the stunning beaches of Broome, and the friendly dolphins of Monkey Mia.
WA is famous for:
Kalgoorlie - a gold mining town located in the Western Desert.
Ningaloo Marine Park – 1,200 km north of Perth.
Fremantle (20mins south-west of Perth).
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2. Seasons:
Summer: Dec/Jan/Feb
Autumn: Mar/Apr/May
Winter: Jun/Jul/Aug
Spring: Sep/Oct/Nov
3. Map:
Visit http://www.mapsofworld.com/australia-political-map.htm .
4. Education Destination for International Students:
i.) From Year 10:
Students can join Year 11 and then Year 12 (senior high school).
It falls under assessment level- 2, Visa Subclass 571. For overseas students undertaking a course of study at a primary school or a secondary school, including both junior and senior secondary school
Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/students/checklists/visa_571_2.pdf and http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/571-2/ for the checklist and other information to apply from Nepal. For age criteria to join Senior High School please visit http://www.southkorea.embassy.gov.au/seol/level12.html
http://www.immi.gov.au/legislation/amendments/2003/031201/lc01122003-03.htm
Acceptable Financial Institution to show fund:
http://www.india.embassy.gov.au/ndli/nepal.html
Cost Calculation:
Please visit, http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/571-2/financial.htm
II) From Year 11:
- a one-year foundation studies course to prepare for University entry.- a Certificate IV course
Covers foundation, bridging or other courses that do not lead to the award of a degree, diploma or other formal award
It falls under assessment level 3 and subclass-575.
Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/students/checklists/visa_575_3.pdf
Acceptable Financial Institution to show fund:
http://www.india.embassy.gov.au/ndli/nepal.html
III) From Year 12
a foundation program.- a Certificate IV program.- a University undergraduate program if the student has acceptable results.- a Vocational Diploma
From Year 12 the following options are available:
a. Vocational:
Tafe and Colleges offer vet courses. Only the institutions which are registered in CRICOS can offer courses for International Students.
It covers Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced diploma.
It falls under assessment level 4 and visa subclass 572.
Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/students/checklists/visa_572_4.pdf and http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/572-4/financial.htm for the checklist and other information to apply from Nepal
Acceptable Financial Institution to show fund:
http://www.india.embassy.gov.au/ndli/nepal.html
b) Undergraduate
It covers a Bachelor degree and Diploma plus Bachelor Package program.
Universities offer Undergraduate Program.
It falls under assessment level 3 and visa subclass 573.
Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/students/checklists/visa_573_3.pdf and http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/573-3/financial.html for the checklist and other information to apply from Nepal
Acceptable Financial Institution to show fund:
http://www.india.embassy.gov.au/ndli/nepal.html
Package Courses and Gaping
Ø Package courses comprising a preliminary plus principal course are permitted, e.g. Diploma articulating into a Bachelor’s.
Ø Applicant must apply for visa subclass of the principal course i.e., Bachelor- 573.
Ø Not more than 2 month gap between courses is permitted
E.g If offer is for:
Ø a 1 year Diploma (subclass 572) followed by a Bachelors (subclass 573), s/he must apply for a student visa for the principal course - Bachelors - sub-class 573, and meet all the financial/IELTS/other requirements of 573.
c) Post Graduate:
It covers a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master program.
Universities offer Postgraduate Program.
It falls under assessment level 3 and visa subclass 573.
Please visit http://www.immi.gov.au/students/checklists/visa_573_3.pdf and http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/573-3/financial.html for the checklist and other information to apply from Nepal
Acceptable Financial Institution to show fund:
http://www.india.embassy.gov.au/ndli/nepal.html
Important In formations:
Students should lodge file from VFS Kathmandu, Kathmandu Plaza. Please visit http://www.vfs-au-in.com/
Checklist of VFS:
http://www.vfs-au- in.com/images/Checklist%20for%20Student%20Application%20(Nepal).pdf
Assessment levels for Nepal:
AL 3 for all sub-classes except
AL4 for Vocational Education and Training (572); and
AL2 for AUSAID, School Sector and Defence (576)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS:
Ø IELTS results must be sent with visa application
Ø IELTS test conducted not more than 24 months before date of application
Financial evidence Assumed costs - All visas
Tuition costs - by subclass
Ø Living costs of AUD12,000 pa
Ø Travel Costs
IF MARRIED AND/OR DEPENDENTS:
Ø Spouse - add AUD4,200pa
Ø 1st child - add further AUD2,400 + AUD8000pa schooling if of school age (any child turning 5)
Ø Additional children – AUD1,800 + AUD8000pa schooling
Financial evidence – Financial Sponsors s572
An “acceptable individual” means one or more of the following:
(a) the applicant;
(b) the applicant’s spouse;
(c) the applicant’s parents;
(d) the applicant’s grandparents;
(e) the applicant’s brothers and sisters.
f) Siblings
(f) an uncle or an aunt who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen and is usually resident in Australia.
Financial Evidence –Acceptable Funds
Ø Must be money deposits held with a registered guaranteed financial institution. (The www.india.embassy.gov.au lists financial institutions that are acceptable in India)
Financial Evidence –Summary Acceptable Funds
Ø subclass 572 - a money deposit that an eligible sponsor has held as a minimum balance for at least 6 consecutive months before the date of the application, loans acceptable;
Ø Higher education (573) - requires 3 months evidence, no restriction on sponsor, loans acceptable
Ø Research and Ph.D. (574)- sufficient funds at time of application; no restriction on sponsor, loans acceptable
Financial evidence –Loans
Ø Loan must be from an acceptable financial institution and must be fully sanctioned.
Ø Details of collateral security and its owner should be mentioned on the loan letter.
Ø Property mortgaged against the loan should be in the name of an acceptable individual.
Ø For a loan other than an education loan, letter from the bank to be provided stating the name of the applicant and that loan can be used for his/her education purpose.
Ø If loan is secured against a recently created FD, please provide the source of the FD.
Ø Loan disbursement letter is required to be produced prior to grant as evidence of paying the first instalment fee.
Ø Loans against overdraft of property is accepted – show details of ownership of the property
Ø the income for all financial sponsors are taken into consideration to calculate the income-fund ratio.
Ø Income of sponsor being 22% of loan amount to cover default on the loan
Financial evidence –Joint Accounts 572
Ø Joint accounts are acceptable if both/all account holders are eligible sponsors for that visa sub-class
Ø Details of account holders to be shown.
Financial – Corporate Sponsorship
Ø Corporate accounts must be owned solely by acceptable sponsors for visa sub-class
Ø Public LTD companies must be operating in the international arena
Ø Applicant is required to be employed by the corporate sponsor
Ø For partnership/private companies, must provide affidavit of support from all partners and copy of memorandum of understanding/partnership deed listing partners/directors
Financial – Not For Profit Organisations
To be accepted for visa purposes, an organisation must
Ø be non-profit in nature
Ø be lawfully established and lawfully and actively operating in Australia or overseas
Ø have funds or income sufficient to provide the financial support that the organisation proposes to provide.
Finances- Sponsors’ income
Ø Income must be commensurate with funds/loan-- Income should be around 35% of the funds accumulated by the sponsor.
Ø Where large deposits have been made, evidence of the acceptable source of these deposits needs to be shown. we will NOT expect them
Finances- Sponsors’ income
Income from salary
Ø Income tax returns for the last 3 yrs
Ø Salary statement from employer
Agricultural income
Ø Ownership of land
Ø Income statement from regional authority
Business income
Ø Business registration/partnership deed/Memorandum of articles and association
Ø Recent company bank statements
Ø Income Tax returns of the company
Retirement income
Ø Pension details from the employer
Ø Recent bank statements showing credit of pension
Rental income
Ø Ownership of property
Ø Lease deed
Post office monthly income schemes (MIS)
Ø These should be at least one year old
Provident Funds
Ø GPF are acceptable IF annual GPF statement is provided along with letter from the employer stating the amount that can be withdrawn for education purposes.
TimingWhen to lodge application for the visa:
Applications should be lodged at the AHC at least 12-14 weeks prior to course commencement
The commencement of the course is the date orientation starts. Applications should not be lodged after course has commenced, with extension letters from the University.
Provide financial matrix and agent declaration
Make sure the application is complete - do not rely on the visa office to advise you of missing documentation - you risk refusal.
Ensure bank statements show current (not more than 4 weeks old) transactions and are for required number of months
Include photocopies of all documents
Provide translations where necessary
Ø Enquiries about applications preferably by email. Responses will be sent within 48 hours
India.students@dfat.gov.au
Ø If further documentation is requested - submit all extra documents together. Submitting documents one at a time slows down the process.
DEFERRALS
Ø Visa granted in time and applicant does not travel – No deferral allowed and applicant needs to lodge a fresh application (visa will be cancelled);
Ø PVA/MEDS issued in time and the required documents (medicals and coe) are not submitted by the applicant – No deferral allowed and application may end up in a refusal;
Ø PVA/MEDS delayed (other circumstances- beyond applicant’s control) – deferral accepted for 1 semester.
Guardianship Arrangements
Ø Under 18 must provide evidence of suitable guardianship arrangements - PIC 4012A . Applicants must:
Ø Intend to reside in Australia with a person who:
Ø (i) is a parent or custodian; or
Ø (ii) is a relative and is nominated by a parent or custodian of the applicant; and is
Ø aged at least 21; and
Ø of good character; or
Ø Provides a signed statement from the education provider confirming appropriate arrangements have been made for applicant’s accommodation, support and welfare.
Ø The term “relative” in this context means:
Ø (i) parent, grandparent, brother, sister, uncle or aunt; or
Ø (ii) step-parent, step-brother or step-sister, or a step-grandparent, step-aunt, step-uncle.
Ø Evidence of relationship must be provided.
Ø Student must physically reside with the parent/guardian - residential address must be provided.
Ø Student must physically reside with the parent/guardian - residential address must be provided. The parent/guardian will be residing lawfully in Australia. Guardian must be of good character- must provide police clearance for each country of residence for 1 year or more in the last 10 years.
Checklist of VFS:
http://www.vfs-au-in.com/images/Checklist%20for%20Student%20Application%20(Nepal).pdf
Some famous TAFE in Australia:
New South Wales:
i. TAFE NSW (00591E) (www.tafensw.edu.au)
Victoria:
i. Box Hill Institute of TAFE (02411J) www.bhtafe.edu.au
ii. Chisholm Institute of TAFE (00881F) www.chisholm.vic.edu.au
iii. Gordon Institute of TAFE (00011G) www.nterernational.gordontafe.edu.au
iv. Holmesglen Institute of TAFE (00012G) www.international.holmesglen.vic.edu.au
v. Iascend TAFE Pty Ltd (02961A) www.iascend.com.au
vi. Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE (01218G) www.kangan.edu.au
vii. Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (00724G) www.nmit.vic.edu.au
viii. South West Institute of TAFE (01575G) www.swtafe.vic.edu.au
ix. William Angliss Institute of TAFE (01505M) www.angliss.vic.edu.au
x. Wodonga Institute of TAFE (01961J) www.wodonga.tafe.edu.au
Queesland
i. Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE (02001E) www.barrierreef.tafe.qld.gov.au
ii. Central Queensland Institute of TAFE (02003C) www.cq.tafe.qld.gov.au
iii. Brisbane North Institute of TAFE (02444M) http://www.bn.tafe.qld.gov.au
iv. Gold Coast Institute of TAFE (02005A) www.goldcoast.tafe.qld.gov.au
v. Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE (02007K) http://www.moreton.tafe.net
vi. Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE (02011C) www.sqit.tafe.qld.gov.au
vii. Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE (02004B) www.sunshinecoast.tafe.qld.gov.au
viii. The Bremer Institute of TAFE (02018G) www.bremer.tafe.qld.gov.au
ix. Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE (02012B)www.tnqit.tafe.qld.gov.au
x. Wide Bay Institute of TAFE (02013A) www.widebay.tafe.qld.gov.au
South Australia
TAFE South Australia (00092B) www.tafe.sa.edu.au
Australian Capital Territori
Canberra Institute of Technology (00001K) www.cit.act.edu.au
Education and Training International (00020G) www.eti.wa.edu.au
TAFE Tasmania (00021F) www.get-tasmania.edu.au
There are 39 universities in
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1. Australian
Website: http://www.aicl.nsw.edu.au/fees/fees_courses.php
Available Courses:
Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Advanced Diploma in IT-Network Security Diploma in Children Services, Diploma in Printing and Graphic Arts, Advanced Diploma in Electronic Technology
Website: http://www.centralcollege.edu.au/
Available Courses:
Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Advanced Diploma of Business Management, Advanced Diploma in tourism Management, Diploma in IT
Website: www.holmes.edu.au
Available Courses:
Advanced Diploma in Business (Management, international business and Marketing), Diploma in Accounting, Diploma in Hospitality Management, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Professional Accounting, MBA
Package Courses Available.
www.pct.edu.au
www.aicl.nsw.edu.au
www.abbeycollege.com.au
6.
www.canterburybc.com.au
7 .Billy Blue Schools -CRICOS Provider Codes: 00246M, 01440A,
www.billyblue.com.au
10. Sydney Business & Travel Academy-Cricos no. 00181A www.sbta.com.au
www.evolution.edu.au
15. Hostec – Cricos no. 060151K & 060150M www.hostec.com.au
16. Victory Institute-Cricos no.-02678D www.victoryinstitute.nsw.edu.au
17.
www.acmt.nsw.edu.au
www.kentinsitute.nsw.edu.au
www.lkjcollege.com.au
www.windsor-ic.com.au
24. Carrick Institution of Education www.carrickeducation.edu.au
Victoria
1. OzFord- Cricos no.02573B, 02501G & 02427A
www.ozford.edu.au
www.novainstitute.net.au
3. Ashmark College-Cricos no.-02770G
www.ashmark.edu.au
www.cambridgecollege.com.au
5. Education Access-CRICOS NO. 02450B
www.eaa.edu.au
www.holmesinstitute.edu.com
7. Hales Institute
www.hales.edu.au
8. Layas Education Group- Cricos no.-02796J
www.layas.edu.au
9. Southern Cross College of Vocational Education-Cricos no.-02849A
Hair dressing
www.sccve.vic.edu.au
www.holmesinstitute.edu.com
www.sheilabaxter.com.au
www.lonsdaleinstitute.com.au
15.
17. ANIBT
18. Hospitality Training
www.hosptrain.vic.edu.au
www.ami.vic.edu.au
www.mit.edu.au
www.shafston.edu.au
2., Metropolitan South Inst. Of TAFE-Cricos no. 02007K
www.msit.qld.gov.au
3.Kings college,-Cricos no.-062733E
www.education.kings.net.au
4. Mackintosh College-CRICOS Provider Code 02116E
5. Holmes Institute Pty. Ltd. - Cricos no.- VIC 02639M, NSW 02767C, QLD 02727M
6. Sarina Russo College-Cricos no.-00607 B
7. Intech Institute of Technology- Cricos no.-02035 F
8. Hotel Training Association Inc. (HTA) –CRICOS Provider: 01780C
9. Careers
10. Australian Child Care Career Options ( ACCCO
11.
1. Cambridge International College-Cricos no.- 02779K (
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