Proposed changes to the Temporary Graduate visa program from 1 July 2024 Overview The Australian Government announced changes to the Temporary Graduate visa programs in its recent Migration Strategy. These changes should take effect from 1 July 2024, subject to the passage of legislative amendments. Clarification of these changes is listed below. Graduate Work [...]
Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) under review The Australian Government is continuing with its rollout of the Migration Strategy and appointed Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) of an analysis of the Australian labour market and skills needs. JSA has released a draft Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL) which will shape the Skills in Demand [...]
Points test system (GSM) for skilled migrants is set for overhaul The proposed overhaul of Australia's points test system for skilled migrants, which would be the first significant change since 2012, is indicative of a potentially more stringent and selective approach to immigration. According to a recently released discussion paper, the federal government aims [...]
How to avoid malpractice of education agents The Australian government is launching a review of international education, which includes education agents, as it was announced last year. In the minister’s statement, it was said that “there have been indications of some bad practice of education agents, and [the bad practice] is not acceptable”. [...]
VETASSESS is streamlining their application process VETASSESS is aiming to streamline their application process, and it has announced changes from 23 April 2024. Key Changes: Applicants are now required to submit their documentation for an initial review as part of the application lodging process today. It is only after they have been deemed "assessment [...]
Student visa price and refusal rates increase The PIE News reported concerns that the government might increase visa fees for international students in the upcoming May budget, further complicating student mobility in light of recent policy changes. There are indications that Canberra could raise international student visa fees from the current $710 next [...]
Rethinking Higher Education - what is its future? There is a significant shift taking place in the landscape of higher education, which is occurring in a world that is constantly evolving and introducing new ideas. The traditional model of higher education, which was once considered to be the golden ticket to success, is currently [...]
Book of the week: Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike Shoe Dog is a captivating memoir that takes readers on an exhilarating journey through the tumultuous yet triumphant creation of Nike, one of the world's most iconic and successful brands. Narrated by Nike's co-founder Phil Knight, the book provides a deeply [...]
Australian Student Visa: Requirements, Eligibility, Application Process and Fees Over the past twenty years, Australia has become a popular travel destination, primarily because of its favorable lifestyle, close proximity to Asia, and high level of safety. The majority of students choose to pursue their education in Australia as their academic destination. Additionally, up until [...]
Reality check - what is the real price for international students in Australia? There has been a lot of discussion about international education and international students, however, there have not been any reports or news from the perspective of the students. So let's take a look at studying in Australia, or anywhere abroad, from [...]
