Study In Australia
We look forward to helping students like you who are considering schooling in Australia. You will find everything you need to compile your necessary research in deciding if Australia is the best place for you.
Applying for your visa online
You will need to create an account using DIBP’s online application system to complete and submit your student visa application. You can also track the status of your visa through ImmiAccount once you have submitted it. You should submit your application no later than six weeks before your course starts, and no earlier than 12 weeks.
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Facts About Australia
Australia is the third most popular study destination.
7 of Australian Universities Are Among the top 100 Word Universities.
English Is not The Only Language Spoken in Australia.

About Studying in Australia
Australian universities and colleges have an excellent reputation for quality international education with several in the Top 200 University Ranking. For many students, studying in Australia is about the opportunity to live a unique lifestyle – explore the natural wonders of its oceans and rainforests, enjoy weather like home and the buzz of its cosmopolitan cities.
World-class research facilities and supervisors provide masters or research students in Australia with access to the very best minds and resources, in a wide range of study areas. Studying in Australia promotes innovative, creative and independent thinking – valued by employers worldwide.
How to Apply for an Australia student visa
The Australian Government provides an opportunity to all Nigeria students to study in the country but as a prerequisite, you’ll have to obtain a student visa first. The visa you need will depend on your age, the type of study you want to pursue, and how long you want to stay in Australia. As an international student, you would most commonly require a student (subclass 500) visa, regardless of your field of study.
Student visa (subclass 500)
Coming into effect since July 1, 2016, a student subclass 500 visa lets you stay in Australia for the duration of your study program, which is mostly up to five years and in line with your enrolment date. For a smooth stay, you need to ensure that your visa remains valid and you abide by the conditions as mentioned on your student visa. You can read up in detail about this kind of visa on the Australian Government.
Scope of your subclass 500 visa
- You can participate in your desired study program
- You can be accompanied by your family members to Australia
- You can apply in or outside Australia through online portal
Basic checks before you apply
- You should be enrolled in your desired study program in Australia
- You should hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) or either fall in any of the exemption categories
- You must be equal to or more than 6 years
- You need to prove that you have a welfare arrangement (in case you are less than 18 years of age)
Documents required for an Australian student visa
When applying for your student visa for Australia, you will generally need:
- Proof of enrolment (your electronic confirmation of enrolment)
- A valid passport
- Your visa application fee
- Your Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
- Academic and work experience documents
- Evidence of your English proficiency skills (such as IELTS test scores)
- Evidence of financial ability (tuition fees, living expenses, expenses for dependents, return airfare)
- Details of your health insurance policy
- Statement of purpose
- Passport-sized photographs
If you are under 18 years of age, you will also need to provide additional documents such as parental consent.
*Please note that these are the basic requirements, speak our counsellor for a detailed list of documents required for visa processing
Australia now offers up to 4 years of post-study work rights
If you have been aspiring to study in Australia, there is one more reason to lock on to your decision – the latest update on the new 485 post-study work stream visa! Now you can enjoy extended post-study work rights in Australian regional areas and live your dream.
With the recent changes declared by the Australian Government, Australia now offers up to 4 years of Post-Study Work (PSW) rights to international students post completion of their respective Bachelors or Masters Degree in regional areas. A few top and popular cities such as Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie, Wollongong/Illawarra, Geelong and Hobart now offer 1 year of additional PSW (total of 3 years). In fact, where you become eligible for PSW for up to 4 years upon the completion
What is this new 485 post-study work stream visa?
It’s a great opportunity to stay back and work in Australia for a longer duration! This new post-study work stream visa, offered by the Australian Government enables you to study, live, and work in the designated regional areas of the country, for up to four years. This is a great update as now you can plan for your career in a better manner, having a wider range of areas accessible to study and work, besides a longer duration of post-study work visa validity.
You should know
- Your field of specialization will not be a determining factor as this post-study work visa doesn’t have an occupations list. But ensure you are studying at the right levels
- You should have a degree from a CRICOS-registered course
- Skills assessment isn’t requisite to apply for this visa
- You need to fulfil the English language proficiency requirements
Who can apply?
As an international student, if you wish to work in Australia upon the completion of your studies for a longer duration (up to four years), then this is for you. The good news is that this visa allows you complete study and work rights, besides allowing the freedom to travel to and from Australia as long as it is valid.
Definition |
Location |
Incentives for international students |
|---|---|---|
| Major cities | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane | Regular 2 years post-study work visa for international students completing Bachelors and Masters degrees (minimum 92 weeks), 3 years for Masters by Research and 4 years for Ph.D. graduates |
| Cities and major regional center | Perth, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast Canberra, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie, Wollongong/Illawarra Geelong, Hobart, |
International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an an additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa (Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa) |
| Regional centers and other regional areas | All other locations | International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional 2 years in Australia on a post-study work visa (Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 4 years of PSW visa) |









