• What services does EduCity offer?

EduCity offers a range of services to international students, including counselling, assistance with college and university admissions, overseas health cover services and student visa assistance for Australia.
 

• How can I contact EduCity?

You can contact EduCity by phone, email, or through our online chat feature. You can also request a call back from one of our qualified education agent consultants (QEAC).
 

• What are the benefits of using EduCity's web-based admissions portal?

EduCity's web-based admissions portal offers students the convenience of carrying out their admissions anytime, anywhere. The process is simple and exemplifies how easily students can enrol, apply, and benefit from using the portal. The portal also offers rewards for students who carry out the admissions process themselves. Additionally, you may also participate in our REFER & EARN campaign where you may be eligible to earn extra rewards for successfully reffering us students for admission. 
 

• Does EduCity only cater to onshore international students?

No, EduCity's college admission process is not limited to onshore international students. It is open to all aspiring students looking to make Australia their study destination.
 

• How does EduCity ensure the quality of its partner institutions?

EduCity is currently partnered with many esteemed institutions throughout Australia offering a wide range of popular courses to international students. We maintain high standards for the student's recruitment process to meet the expectations of our reputed partner institutions.

• What sets EduCity apart from other education consultancies?

EduCity aims to provide an alternative platform for enrolment, allowing students to exercise more control over their education process and make informed decisions about their exploration of university or colleges. We also offer a unique web-based admissions portal that is designed to be convenient, transparent, and secure for students.
 

• Does EduCity charge any fees for its services?

EduCity does not charge students any fees for its services. We make commission from our partner institutions when students are successfully enrolled through our platform.
 

• What if I have questions about visa or overseas health cover?

EduCity offers visa and overseas health cover services for Australia. If you have any questions, you can contact us by phone, email, or through our online chat feature. You can also request a call back from one of our qualified education agent consultants (QEAC).
 

• How do I apply for a student visa in Australia?

To apply for a student visa in Australia, you must first be accepted to study at an Australian educational institution. Then, you need to apply for a student visa through the Australian Department of Home Affairs website. You will need to provide various documents, including proof of enrolment, financial capacity, and English language proficiency and other documents as applicable.

• How long does it take to process a student visa application?

The processing time for a student visa application can vary depending on a range of factors, such as the country of origin and the complexity of the application. Generally, it takes around 4 to 10 weeks to process a student visa application and get the outcome.

• What are the English language requirements in Australia?

International students in Australia are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by providing evidence of their English language test results, such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic. The required minimum scores may vary depending on the course and institution.

• Can I work part-time while studying in Australia?

Yes, international students in Australia are allowed to work up to 24 hours per week [48 hours per fortnight] during the academic semester and full-time during semester breaks. However, you are advised to check your visa conditions to know your updated working hours and limitations.

• What types of scholarships are available for international students in Australia?

There are various scholarships available for international students in Australia, such as merit-based scholarships, equity scholarships, research scholarships, and government-funded scholarships. The eligibility criteria, application process, and value of scholarships may vary depending on the scholarship provider.

• How do I choose the right course and institution for me?

To choose the right course and institution in Australia, you should consider factors such as your academic background, career goals, personal interests, location preferences, and budget. You can research and compare different courses and institutions based on their reputation, rankings, course content, facilities, and student support services.

• What support services are available to international students in Australia?

There are various support services available to international students in Australia, such as academic support, accommodation assistance, career advice, health and wellbeing services, language and cultural support, and student activities and clubs. These services are provided by educational institutions, government bodies, and non-profit organisations.

• What is the process for transferring to a different course or institution in Australia?

If you wish to transfer to a different course or institution in Australia, you must first check the eligibility criteria and admission requirements of the new course or institution. You should then apply for admission and provide relevant documents such as academic transcripts and proof of English language proficiency. Once accepted, you can apply for a new student visa if required.

• How do I extend my student visa in Australia?

If you wish to extend your student visa in Australia, you must apply for a new visa before your current visa expires. You must also provide evidence of your continued enrolment in a registered course, your financial capacity, and your English language proficiency. The processing time for a student visa extension can vary, so it is recommended to apply well in advance.

• What are the entry requirements for international students in Australia?

Entry requirements vary depending on the course and institution you wish to apply to. Generally, you will need to have completed the equivalent of Australian Year 12, or have a recognized higher education qualification, and meet the English language requirements.

• What is the cost of living for international students in Australia?

The cost of living in Australia varies depending on the location and lifestyle of the student. On average, an international student should budget around AUD 29,710 per year for living expenses.

• Can I bring my family with me to Australia on a student visa?

Yes, you may be able to bring your spouse or dependent children with you to Australia on a student visa, but additional requirements will need to be met. You must check your eligibility and condition.

• What is the process for applying for a scholarship in Australia?

There are various scholarships available for international students in Australia, and the application process and requirements may differ for each one. It is best to research the available scholarships and contact the institution directly for more information.

• How do I find accommodation in Australia?

There are various options for accommodation in Australia, including on-campus accommodation, homestays, shared accommodation, and private rental. It is best to research and compare the different options to find one that suits your needs and budget.

• What is the healthcare system like for international students in Australia?

International students in Australia are generally required to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their stay. OSHC provides cover for medical expenses, including hospital treatment, doctor's appointments, and prescription medicine.

• Can I apply for a post-study work visa in Australia?

Yes, international students who have completed an eligible degree or diploma in Australia may be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa. The duration of the visa will depend on the level of qualification and the location of study.

• What is the process for transferring credits to a different course or institution in Australia?

The process for transferring credits will vary depending on the course and institution. Generally, you will need to provide evidence of your previous study and meet the entry requirements for the new course or institution. You will then have to submit an application to the education provider requesting for the eligible credit transfer and wait for the outcome.

• How can I get involved in student clubs and societies in Australia?

Most institutions in Australia have a wide range of clubs and societies that international students can join. It is best to research the available options and contact the club or society directly for more information.

• What is the process for applying for a student visa extension in Australia?

To extend your student visa in Australia, you will need to meet certain requirements, such as continuing your studies and maintaining satisfactory academic progress. It is best to contact the Department of Home Affairs for more information on the application process.

• How can EDUCITY help me with my admission to an Australian institution?

At EDUCITY, we provide end-to-end admission support to international students who wish to study in Australia. We assist students in selecting the right course and institution based on their interests and qualifications, help with the application process, and guide them through the visa application process. Our experienced counsellors provide personalised assistance to students at every step of the way, making the admission process easier and hassle-free.

• What are the eligibility requirements for admission to an Australian institution?

The eligibility requirements vary depending on the institution and course you wish to apply for. Generally, international students need to meet the academic requirements, English language proficiency requirements, and any specific requirements for the course they wish to study. At EDUCITY, we can provide you with detailed information on the eligibility requirements for different institutions and courses in Australia.

• What documents do I need to apply for admission to an Australian institution?

The documents required for admission vary depending on the institution and course you wish to apply for. Generally, you will need to provide academic transcripts, proof of English language proficiency, a statement of purpose, and a valid passport. At EDUCITY, we can assist you with preparing and organising all the necessary documents for your application.

• How long does it take to receive an admission offer from an Australian institution?

The time it takes to receive an admission offer varies depending on the institution and course you applied for. Generally, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to receive an offer. At EDUCITY, we can keep track of your application and provide regular updates on the status of your application.

• Can EDUCITY assist with scholarship applications for international students?

Yes, at EDUCITY, we can provide you with information on the scholarships available for international students in Australia. We can assist you with the application process and provide guidance on the eligibility criteria and requirements for each scholarship.

• What support services are available for international students in Australia?

Australian institutions offer a range of support services to international students, including academic support, counselling services, and accommodation assistance. Additionally, there are several support services available to international students outside of the institution, such as healthcare services and legal services. At EDUCITY, we can provide you with information on the support services available to international students in Australia.

• How can I transfer to a different course or institution in Australia?

Transferring to a different course or institution in Australia depends on the institution and course you wish to transfer to. Generally, you will need to meet the eligibility requirements for the course and institution, and your visa status may need to be updated. At EDUCITY, we can provide you with information on the transfer process and assist you with the application process.

• Can I work while studying in Australia?

Yes, international students in Australia are allowed to work up to 24 hours per week (48 hours per fortnight) during the academic year and full-time during breaks. At EDUCITY, we can provide you with information on the job opportunities available to international students in Australia and assist you with finding part-time employment.

• How can I extend my student visa in Australia?

To extend your student visa in Australia, you will need to meet certain eligibility requirements, including academic requirements and financial requirements. The application process can be complex and time-consuming, but at EDUCITY, we can provide you with guidance on the application process and assist you with preparing and submitting your application.

• What are the different types of offer letters?

There are different types of offer letters that universities/institutions can send to a student: Conditional offer letter, Provisional Offer Letter or an Unconditional offer letter.

Conditional Offer Letter: A conditional offer letter indicates that you have been granted temporary admission permission to the university/institution, subject to certain criteria. The offer letter becomes unconditional after you complete these requirements. You can accept the offer letter only when it becomes unconditional, after which you must pay your first-semester tuition cost.

Provisional Offer Letter: Provisional offer letters indicate that you have been granted temporary admission permission to the university/institution, subject to certain criteria/conditions (most common - required to satisfy the GENUINE STUDENT REQUIREMENT).  The offer letter becomes unconditional after you complete these requirements.

Unconditional offer letter: International students who have previously met all the admission requirements and needs receive an Unconditional Offer Letter from universities. It indicates they’ve already accepted you as a student at their institution, and all you have to do now is accept this unconditional offer letter to move forward with your application.
 

• What happens if my offer gets rejected? Can I reapply for an offer from a different institution?

You may check for the reason for the rejection from the institute, address it and request for reconsideration of the application; however, it is always up to the college to decide whether to accept it or reject. Alternatively, if you wish not to proceed with the same institution, you may choose to apply to other institutes offering similar courses if you meet the requirements of the courses as mentioned by the institution. Applying and getting offers from multiple institutions are okay.

• What are the different entry requirements for different levels? 
  *LATEST UPDATED REQUIREMENT https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/archive/article?itemId=1188

*Entry requirement for various courses and institution is subject to change. It is best to check requirements and eligibility prior to your application.

• What is the cost of studying in Australia?

The cost of studying in Australia depends on the universities and the level of study you choose. Given below is the list of estimated expenses to give you an indication of the course costs for different types of qualifications.
 

• What is Genuine Student Requirement ?
  LATEST UPDATED REQUIREMENTS https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/archive/article?itemId=1187

  All applicants for a student visa must be a genuine applicant for entry. They must stay as a student and be able to show an understanding that studying in Australia is the primary reason of their student visa. The GS requirement is intended to include students who, after studying in Australia, develop skills Australia needs and who then go on to apply for permanent residence.

  To be granted a student visa, all applicants must demonstrate they satisfy the genuine student criterion or the genuine student dependent criterion.

  In the online student visa application form, we will ask the applicant the below questions to address the GS criteria. 

• Give details of the applicant’s current circumstances. This includes ties to family, community, employment and economic circumstances. 
• Explain why the applicant wishes to study this course in Australia with this particular education provider. This must also explain their understanding of the requirements of the intended course and studying and living in Australia.
• Explain how completing the course will be of benefit to the applicant.
• Give details of any other relevant information the applicant would like to include.
  Answers must be written in English, with a maximum of 150 words per question.

There is an additional question for those applicants who have previously held a student visa or those who are lodging an application in Australia from a non-student visa.

Along with the responses included in the application form, the applicant must attach supporting documents to their ImmiAccount.

Generic statements unsupported by evidence are not given significant weight in the GS assessment. This means it is important to provide evidence to support a claim made by the applicant.

We consider an applicant’s overall personal circumstances when we assess whether they are a genuine student.

What evidence and information to include

We encourage applicants to provide evidence or information about:

Previous study​​

• This includes:

• Academic transcripts showing qualifications achieved
• Name of the education provider(s)
• Length of study
• Certificates of attainment

Previous study in Australia​​​

This includes:

• A complete history of study record(s) in Australia
• Reasons for change of course and/or education providers
• Details of information on course progress
• Study gaps of more than 2 months during an academic year
• Any other information the applicant considers relevant to their study record in Australia

Current employment​​

This includes:

• Details of their current employer and company address
• Period of employment
• Details of position held
• The name and contact details of someone who can confirm the circumstances of the declared employment.

Circumstances in their home country or coun​try of residence

• This includes:

• The nature of the applicant’s personal ties eg. example family, community and employment. They will need to provide reasons for not studying in their home country if a similar course is available.

Economi​c circumstances in home country or country of residence

• This includes:

• Documents showing employment or business activities for 12 months before lodging an application
• Potential employment offers including salary and other benefits, after course completion
• Income tax return or bank statements

• If there is political and civil unrest and military service commitments in the applicant’s home country that would present as a significant incentive for them to leave their home country, they must provide their reasons and supporting evidence.

  How we​​ assess GS

  The GS criterion focuses on the assessment of the student’s intention to genuinely study in Australia. It considers factors including the applicant’s:

• circumstances
• immigration history
• compliance with visa conditions and any other relevant matter.

• This criterion acknowledges that post-study pathways are available for those who may be eligible.

Situations in their ​​​home country (or country of residence)

We consider:

• reason for not studying in their home country or region if a similar course is available there
• the nature of the applicant’s personal ties to their home country
• economic circumstances
• military service commitments political and civil unrest in their home country.

Potential situatio​n in Australia

We consider:

• level of knowledge of the proposed course and education provider
• previous study and qualifications
• planned living arrangements
• financial stability.

Value​​ of the course to their future

We consider:

• if the course is consistent with their current level of education and if the course will assist them to obtain employment or improve employment prospect in their home country or another country.
• if the course is relevant to past or proposed future employment in their home country or another country
• expected salary and other benefits in their home country or another country obtained with the applicant’s qualifications from the proposed course of study

.

Immigration ​history

We consider:

• visa and travel history for Australia and other countries
• previous visa applications for Australia or other countries
• visa refusals or cancellations.

If the applicant is a minor, we consider the intentions of the parent, legal guardian or spouse.

Any othe​​r relevant matter

Give details of any other relevant information the applicant would like to include in their application.

• What are the financial requirements while applying for an Australian student visa?

Applicants need to have enough money that is genuinely available, to pay for course fees, necessary insurance, travel and living costs for students and accompanying family members if any while a student is in Australia. The applicant will be able to demonstrate this by providing one of the following:

1. Twelve months funds:  The students demonstrate their Financial Capacity by providing evidence of funds for the first 12 months of study. You need to have evidence of funds to cover applicable insurance cost, travel and 12 months living and course fee for the student and accompanying family members as applicable.

 Fund Requirement:

• Student or guardian AUD 29,710
• Partner or Spouse: AUD 10,394 (additional)
• Child: AUD 4,449 (additional)
• Travel cost Approximately: AUD 2000 per person
• Health Insurance: Approximately AUD 1200 [This may vary with number of applicants]

The immigration department must be satisfied that an applicant, once in Australia, will have genuine access to the funds they claim to possess to cover the travel, tuition and living costs for themselves and their family members.

Genuine access to funds: 

You and your accompanying family members must be able to access the funds shown while you are in Australia. When considering whether the funds will be genuinely available, DIBP will consider.

• The nature of the relationship between you and the person who is providing the funds, where applicable.
• Your income, assets, and employment or those of the person providing the funds.
• Your previous visa history and that of the person providing the funds.
   

2. Annual income option: 

The annual income option requires an applicant to provide evidence of personal annual income of at least AUD 72,465. The income demonstrated must be the personal income of the student's parents or Spouse (who is not coming with the student). Where both student’s parents are working, their combined income can be considered for this requirement. Evidence must be in the form of official government documents such as tax assessments. Evidence in the form of bank statements or information directly from an employer is not acceptable. For students accompanied by family members, the requirement is at least AUD 84,543.
 

• Who can show funds for admission or student visa in Australia?

As an international student to apply for a subclass 500 visa, apart from the student him/herself, there are 3 options as your sponsor. This means only these 3 people are allowed to show funds to prove your financial capability in Australia. 

• The students themselves 
• Parents (both father and mother combined or individually)
• Spouse 
• Immediate family members only (sister, brother)
   

If your parents, spouse or immediate family member is sponsoring you, then there are some conditions.

• You must provide evidence of your relationship with them.
• Provide their identity documents.
• If your sponsor is involved in the business, then you have to provide evidence that the business is operating with appropriate documents. This may include, Trade License, Business bank statements, Tax return documents, Partnership agreements, and any other evidence to support the sponsorship.
• If the sponsor is a job holder, payslip and tax return papers need to be submitted.