Are you applying to a college or university in Australia? Here’s a guide to help you through the process! The application process to Australian colleges is quite simple, but it takes effort and careful planning. Remember that the institution you are applying to, your neighbourhood Australian immigration office, and education consultants in your home country are all resources you can turn to for assistance and counsel. To simplify the process further, Deriva Consultancy ensures that all the guidance you need is in one place with expert and experienced consultants. Here are the steps to make your course application easier:
Step 1: Choose your course and education provider
Step 2: Apply
Step 3: Have your application processed
Step 4: Accept your offer
Step 5: Prepare for departure
Do thorough research on the educational programmes and courses you wish to study. Consider which specialisations will best suit your desired job path among the areas of specialisation available through various courses.
After choosing the ideal course, research which educational institutions provide it and which one best meets your needs. Consider the campus’s size, facilities, and assistance programmes given to international students in your chosen institute.
It’s time to apply once you’ve decided on a course and an education provider. To send a direct inquiry to your chosen institution, get in touch with us. This procedure will require you to meet the academic and English language criteria before applying. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, you might need to switch to another programme or study a foundation or bridging course, which might improve your chances.
As each school provider has different needs and deadlines, get in touch with them to learn more.
Pro Tip- To ensure that you meet deadlines, make a note of them in a list that is visible and accessible every day. Typically, international students submit their applications directly to Australian universities via mail or the internet. The universities’ websites offer application forms for download directly or through their website. Contacting experts in the field, such as Deriva’s Education Counsellors, can help you easily navigate this procedure.
The majority of application forms ask you to provide:
01. A certified copy of your personal information and evidence of your level of English language competence
02. Specifics of your prior academic credentials, including academic transcripts
03. A list of the courses you prefer to take, the ones you are applying for, and a brief description of your work history
Your education provider, i.e. your college/university of choice, will evaluate your application and inform you of the outcome. It may take a few weeks for them to process your application.
Pro Tip- Usually, more processing time is taken for postgraduate applicants, so don’t be bothered by the lack of response.
Upon acceptance, the institution will send you a letter of offer and an acceptance form. You should carefully study the offer letter before accepting it and make a note of any terms that might be relevant, and be ready with your acceptance preference and any other requirements before the institution sends you a Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE).
Before your university accepts your CoE, you might also need to pay the tuition fees. These requirements will be informed to you by the institution in advance.
It’s time to apply for your student visa now that you’ve been accepted. Your letter of offer or your CoE can be used to apply for a student visa, but before your visa is approved, you must present proof of your CoE. For further details, visit our Student Visa section.
Additionally, your visa application will require you to organise your airfare, overseas student health insurance, and accommodation in Australia. Typically, your educational institution will send you an admissions package with material to aid in your travel planning to Australia. This package might include details about your course, lodging choices, information about the area, financial details, and information about orientation programmes.
For any queries in your admission process, reach out to us!
