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Study In Australia

Scholarships for Pakistani Students in Australia

Australia provides many scholarships for Pakistani students. The grant of scholarship is mostly on merit and the students have to prove their eligibility for the scholarship they are applying for. There are no qualifying examinations for scholarships in Australia.

Here are some of the options available:

  • Australia Awards

  • Institution specific scholarships

  • International Centres of Excellence Scholarships

  • Australian Development Scholarships (ADS)

  • Endeavour scholarships

Cost of Studying in Australia

Like most of the overseas destinations, studying abroad can be costly, but with the right planning and budgeting with your education counselors, you can maintain your finances well.

In addition to tuition fees, you need to consider lifestyle expenses, as well as accommodation, food, travel expenses and medical insurance.

Tuition Fees

Dependent on the course and university that you pick for, tuition fees will be your major expense. Medical courses are the amongst the most expensive degrees in Australia. The average annual fees vary from AUD 25000-45000.

Cost of Living in Australia

As an international student, you have variety of opportunities to gain on and off campus accommodation. What you have to keep in mind, is that the rent is paid fortnightly, regularly in advance.

Before that however, you need to get a student’s visa, which costs about AUD $630 For a sole international student, a budget of about AUD 200-400 should be sufficient for travel, food, and social expenses per week.

In order to lessen expenses, you must take up a part time job.

It is also significant to remember to attain medical insurance before the start of your course. Medical insurance can cost around AUD $500-750 per annum. Before you select a coverage plan, talk to your counselor at Edulight to work out the best option for you.

Intakes in Australian Universities

Australian universities chart a two-intake system, also known as semesters, which are as follows:

Semester1: Begins towards the end of February/early March to late May/early June

Semester2: Commences late July/early August through to November Majority Pakistani students prefer the July intake.

However, we recommend, if you are unable to complete all formalities, it’s best to skip this and pick for the February intake.

Student Visa for Australia

All Pakistani students are permitted to enter Australia for the education purpose, providing they have a valid student visa (subclass 500).

The visa is normally issued for a period of 5 years, but also depends on features such as age, and the duration of your course/degree program.

In directive to apply for an Australian student’s visa, you will entail:

  • A valid passport

  • Proof of enrolment

  • Your Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement

  • Visa application fee

  • Academic and work records

  • IELTS test scores

  • Proof of financial stability

  • Details of medical insurance

  • Passport size photos

  • Statement of Purpose

In case you are under the age of 18 years, you must have to provide parental consent documents.