Public (government) Primary and Secondary schools

Public (government) Primary and Secondary schools

Entry Requirement

The success of a student in Australia is very much determined on his or her study skills. As the main language of instruction is English, students of all ages are required to have a level of English Language proficiency. Students who need to improve on their English language can be rest assured that there are plenty of Australia schools that offer English courses for foreign students.

Parents who wish to send their child into a pre-primary school in Australia have to make sure that their child is at least 6 years old to be granted a student visa. The school of choice will also depend on the catchment area, which means that parents will have to choose schools according to their residential area.

Student under the age of 18 must have a carer while studying in Australia. This arrangement will need to be in place at the time the student visa application is lodged. If you wish to appoint your own carer, please complete the Parent Legal Custodian Confirmation of Accommodation and Carer Form and submit it along with your application. If you wish to request the college to arrange a carer for you, please complete the Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare Form and submit it along with your application.

Catholic and Independent schools (Non-government)

Catholic and Independent schools (Non-government)

Entry Requirement

International applicants will need to have a level of English Language proficiency in order to excel in any Australian school. Some faith-based schools such as Catholic schools, Islamic schools or Lutheran schools may prefer applicants who share the same faith, while others all open to students of all religious beliefs.

Non-public schools are usually stricter in their requirements and secondary school applicants will need to show proof of English Language proficiency. A rough example is shown below, though it depends on individual regions and schools.

Below are the required documents needed for enrolment:

Applicants whose documents are not in English should provide a certified translated version. Documents can be certified by one of the following officials:

Official from the organisation that issued the original document, Government official, Public Notary, Justice of the Peace.

Vocational schools

Entry Requirement

Applicants are required to have reached a level of study that is equivalent to the Australian Year 10, 11 or 12 in order to be eligible to enrol into a vocational education. Some courses may have prerequisite subjects or experience requirements while other courses such as arts and design may require applicants to submit a portfolio. International applicants from a non-native English-speaking country should also expect to proof your English language proficiency such as an IELTs score of 5.5 and above or a Cambridge certificate. The required documents are as follow:

Universities

Entry Requirement

Higher education undergraduate courses: You will need to have an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12) or the overseas equivalent. Some undergraduate courses may also have specific prerequisite subjects.

Tip: To meet the academic requirements of an Australian high school qualification, consider taking a foundation course. Also known as bridging study, they are intensive courses that will help you meet entry requirements. They are usually one-year long and are offered by most higher education institutions. The required documents are as follow:

The specific requirement and criteria for each school differ according to the different Australian region and territories. We advise you to consult our Study Trust consultants who will be able to provide you more details about the application process and are dedicated to help you every step of the way.