www.studyadelaide.com is your one-stop-shop for studying in Adelaide. From the home page, you can search by course and institution in all levels of study. You will also find links to most institutions offering study options for international students.
What are the entry requirements?
Like other education cities, Adelaide’s institutions demand varying requirements for entry. Naturally, a strong command of English is essential, and from India you’ll need to provide proof of competency in the following areas:
- Completion of schooling to year 12 level (or its equivalent) for undergraduate programs and VET courses;
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS): that’s IELTS 6 for most university undergraduate and some postgraduate programs (Carnegie Mellon University and many postgraduate programs including professional programs like medicine and nursing, will require an IELTS 7 score).
- For Vocational Education & Training visas (such as those for TAFE South Australia), you will need to achieve IELTS 5.5 for direct entry into the course.
Entry requirements are subject to change, so be sure to double-check current requirements with your chosen institution.
Do I need a visa?
Most international students – including those from India – wanting to study full-time in Australia will need to obtain a student visa from the Department of Immigration & Citizenship. The type of visa you’ll need depends on your nationality and your main course of study. Among other things, you will need to prove that you can cover your tuition and living expenses for your first 24 months in Australia, and also pass a couple of medical examinations. A student visa application fee of AUD$430 applies (plus an additional $60 if you are seeking permission to work … you can legally work up to 20 hours per week during semester and unrestricted hours during vacation times). Importantly, there are a number of visa changes that will be introduced in July to September 2007, so please check the latest information with your preferred institution and the Department of Immigration & Citizenship to make sure you’re getting the latest information.
For further information visit www.immi.gov.au/students
