Main regions :

• New South Wales
• Northern Territory
• Queensland
• South Australia
• Tasmania
• Victoria
• Western Australia

Australia is one of the best preferred destination in terms of education as well as settlement among Indian students and businessman. Australia is a "land of kangaroos" and naturally beautiful attracts the third largest number of international students from around the world after the US and the UK. Many countries people have Australia is the first choice of study destination.

Australia offers an educational experience that makes a real difference. It provides a unique kind of education and a learning style that encourages one to be innovative, creative and think independently. Graduates from Australia are very successful in finding jobs and hold prominent positions worldwide. Additionally, they are readily accepted for postgraduate study at leading international universities.

As per the recent survey Australia has around 38,4000 international students from over 140 countries in disciplines at every level of education, including short-term English language courses, Bachelor and Masters Degrees right through to Doctoral Degrees.

Yes of course there are several best reasons to choose Australia as your study destination and to build up your career globally.

• Multi Cultured and safe country to live in
• Globally recognized degree
• Best Universities to study
• Wide range of courses
• Work permit
• Job opportunities
• Living expenses is low compare to other country

English is the official language of Australia and the main language of instruction in the education system. Many schools offer bilingual programs or programs in other languages.

You can apply for a Student Visa by applying in following courses:

• ENGLISH COURSES: ELICOS,IELTS,CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH COURSES
• VOCATIONAL COURSES: HOSPITALITY, TOURISM,BUSINESS, SPORTS
• UNIVERSITY COURSES: Medical & Life Science, Applied & Pure Science, Management, Information Technology, Engineering, Architecture, building & planning, Mass Communication, economics, cultural science ,Media, sales & Marketing
• Packaged Courses: You can apply to undertake two or more courses on your Student visa (subclass 500) where there is clear progression from one course to another. The final course that you will undertake as part of your package of courses is your main (or principal) course of study. Your main course of study will be used to determine your financial and English language evidentiary requirements.

Indication of the range of course costs for different types of qualifications.

• School - $7,800 to $30,000
• English language studies - Around $300 per week depending on course length
• Vocational Education and Training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma) - $4,000 to $22,000
• Undergraduate Bachelor Degree - $15,000 to $33,000*
• Postgraduate Masters Degree - $20,000 to $37,000*
• Doctoral Degree - $14,000 to $37,000*

* Note: This does not include high value courses such as veterinary and medical. Please visit institution websites directly to see costs for these courses.

Scholarships can be in form of:

1. Assistantships
2. Fellowship
3. Internship
4. financial aids

To apply for financial assistance to the universities, a student submit a separate application form before deadline and fulfil the specified requirements Criteria for Scholarships:

1. Availability of funds to the university
2. academic requirements
3. citizenship requirements
4. enrolment requirements

Certificates, diplomas & advanced diplomas	Bachelor degrees	Graduate certificates & graduate diplomas	Masters degrees
IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 5.5 (no band less than 5.0)	IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0)	IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)	IELTS (academic module): Overall score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 55. Section scores no less than: Listening: 9, Speaking: 16 , Reading: 10 , Writing: 18	TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67. Section score no less than: Listening: 12, Speaking: 18 Reading: 15 Writing: 21	TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 79. Section score no less than: Listening: 19 Speaking: 19 Reading: 18 Writing: 22	TOEFL Internet: Test score of 79. Section score no less than: Listening: 19 Speaking: 19 Reading: 18 Writing: 22
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 42-49 (no section score less than 40)	Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50-57 (no section score less than 50)	Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 58-64 (no section score less than 50)	Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 58-64 (with no section score less than 50)
University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Total score of 47	University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Total score of 52	University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Total score of 58	University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Total score of 58

There are many scholarships, grants, and bursaries which can help support you financially with your studies in Australia. They are offered by the Australian Government, education institutions, and a number of other public and private organisations.

• Australia Awards
• International Postgraduate Research Scholarships
• Australia APEC Women in Research Fellowship

you will need to provide evidence that you have achieved one of the following levels of English language proficiency:

If you have completed a qualification where English was the primary language of instruction, you may be eligible for an English language exemption.

Processing time may be vary from application to application.

Stream	75 per cent of applications processed	90 per cent of applications processed
Foreign Affairs or Defence Sector	9 days	30 days
Postgraduate Research Sector	42 days	74 days
Non-Award Sector	8 days	21 days
Schools Sector	22 days	39 days
Independent ELICOS Sector	28 days	47 days
Vocational Education and Training Sector	42 days	90 days
Higher Education Sector	23 days	48 days

Minimum cost of living

The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has financial requirements you must meet in order to receive a student visa for Australia. From 1 July 2016 the 12 month living cost is:

• You - $19,830
• Partner or spouse - $6,940
• Child - $2,970

https://www.employment.gov.au/skill-shortages

• Financial and Commercial Analysts: Required to provide insights and analysis to operations to drive improved business performance.
• Payrollers: As an essential role, departing staff are immediately replaced.
• Professional practice accountants: Fine-tuned technical skills are not enough; employers want exceptional verbal and written communication skills, business acumen and the ability to engage with clients.
• Architects: Sought in the eastern states and South Australia for development projects that require planning and design. Revit software skills are valued.
• Paraplanners and Financial Planners: Candidates with a degree and Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning (ADFP) or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) are in short supply.
• Quantitative Risk Analysts/Modellers, particularly in credit risk: An increase in the amount of lending, the move to online applications and International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) 9 requirements have fuelled demand.
• Contracts Administrators, Site Managers and Project Managers: Needed across much of the country.
• Early Childhood Teachers: Qualified candidates are in high demand but short supply.
• IT Integrators/Coordinators: Skills in both teaching and learning, as well as technical IT expertise, are needed in schools.
• Renewable experience: As renewable energy becomes increasingly popular, these candidates are needed in the energy sector.
• Civil and Structural Engineers: Sought across the country in response to various infrastructure, residential and commercial projects.
• Residential Building Managers: In high demand in eastern states as more high-rise residential projects are completed.
• Case Managers: Needed in healthcare, specifically the disabilities sector, in response to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Employers want candidates with high volume case load experience.
• Senior HR Advisors and HR Business Partners: Professionals who add value to the bottom line rather than solely offering traditional HR services are sought.
• Senior Claims Consultants and Claims Assessors: Required in the life insurance industry as insurers restructure teams and decrease portfolio sizes for claims staff.
• DevOps Engineers: Given the automation trend, candidates with multiple skills are needed to create agile production environments.
• Mid to senior level Construction and Property Lawyers: Current construction and infrastructure projects and active property markets in certain locations create demand across the in-house, private practice and government sectors.
• Supply Chain/Inventory Managers: Those with tertiary qualifications and Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) experience are sought.
• Data Analysts: Needed to manage and manipulate data to gather insights and trends in order to inform, predict and therefore develop targeted calls to action.
• Clinical Research Associates: Pharma, biotech and medical device companies are outsourcing trials to contract research organisations, which creates this staffing demand.
• Production Managers: Regardless of whether a company manufacturers in Australia or not, products must be assembled and delivered on time and within budget.
• Change Managers: Adaptable Change Managers who can work across technology, process and cultural change are needed in the government and financial services sectors.
• Skilled Sales Administrators: Required to support growth in sales teams. Candidates need advanced technical skills and the ability to manage large amounts of data.
• Residential Property Managers: Sought in many states and territories to grow a rental property business.
• Store Managers: Needed in response to the growth of retailers.
• Policy Officers: Experienced candidates with strong written and analytical capabilities are wanted to progress government initiatives.
• Contract Managers: Necessary in many locations due to an increase in bids and tenders.
• Trade-qualified Carpenters: Sought by multiple companies, but there is a skill shortage.

http://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/immigration-and-visas/work-visas

Yes you can join your partner to Australia at the time of Student visa or later after visa grant .

Australia's is $16.88.

Minimum wage advocates love to point to Australia's $16.88 an hour minimum as evidence that a very high wage floor needn't stifle a country's growth. After all, Australia hasn't had a recession in 20 years. But Australia is hardly an outlier.

Working while you study in Australia can help complement your study and living experience. There are a number of reasons you might want to undertake part time work while studying in Australia, including assisting with living expenses and gaining work experience in your study area.

Most student visas allow you to work for up to 40 hours every two weeks while your course is in session, and unrestricted hours during any scheduled course break, but before you undertake any paid work you need to make sure your visa allows you to work.

Paid work

Australia has a wide range of industries and many have part time employment opportunities, including:

• Retail - supermarkets, department and clothing stores.
• Hospitality - cafes, bars and restaurants.
• Tourism - hotels and motels.
• Agricultural - farming and fruit-picking.
• Sales and telemarketing.
• Administration or Clerical roles.
• Tutoring.

If you have existing qualifications and/or professional work experience, you may be able to secure casual or part time work in your field.

The student visa you need depends on your chosen course of study. As a guide, the typical key requirements you will need to meet are:

• Issued an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) certificate.
• Meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement. Read more about this on the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (opens in a new window) website.
• Sufficient funds for airfares, course fees and living costs.
• English language proficiency.
• Meet health and character requirements.
• Acceptable Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Student visa (Subclass 500)

All of the following types of study are included on this visa. For more information about student visa, visit Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) (opens in a new window):

• independent ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students)
• schools (primary and secondary)
• secondary school exchange program
• vocational education and training (VET)
• higher education
• postgraduate research
• non-award courses
• international students sponsored by the Department of Foreign Affairs or Defence.