Australia's Student Visa: A Growing Concern Australia's student visa application costs have soared, refusal rates are at their peak, and now significant legislation is being prepared to limit the number of enrolments to education providers on an individual course level.  Stricter Immigration Policies The current announcement of student caps comes amid a series of stricter [...]

Opinion on Student Caps: Crossroads for the Australian International Education Sector Australia has long been heralded as a prime destination for international students, offering top-tier education and a culturally enriching experience. However, the recent announcement of student caps poses a serious questionmark not only to the higher education sector but also to the broader sentiment [...]

Australian Government introduced enrolment limits for international students Starting in 2025, the Australian Government will impose enrolment limits on new overseas students as part of its ongoing efforts to manage the international education sector. This significant policy shift will see the Department of Education implementing specific data definitions that underpin these limits, aimed at maintaining [...]

Australia's Cap on International Enrolments, Ministerial Direction 107 and ESOS Bill Senate inquiry   The proposed amendments to the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, which include capping the number of international students allowed into Australia and granting new ministerial powers to limit the number of students in individual university courses, have faced harsh [...]

The importance of online communities for international students In today’s globalised world, international education has become a cornerstone of cultural exchange, knowledge sharing, and economic development. As universities and colleges worldwide welcome students from diverse backgrounds, providing adequate support to international students has become a crucial aspect of fostering a positive educational experience. One powerful [...]

Rights and Responsibilities of International Students in Australia Australia is a popular destination for international students, offering high-quality education, diverse cultures, and a vibrant lifestyle. However, studying in a foreign country comes with a set of rights and responsibilities that students must understand to ensure a successful and safe experience.  This article outlines the key [...]

Are we witnessing a change for Higher Education globally?  Recent changes in international education policies across the UK, Canada, and Australia raise an unsettling question: Are these governments intentionally undermining higher education as a sector? With universities traditionally being high-income, low-tax entities, coupled with a growing shift towards short courses, online delivery, and micro-credentials, it [...]

Do We Really Need Caps on International Students in Australia? Australia has undergone nine significant changes to its student migration rules over the past year. Now, as the Senate prepares to review a controversial piece of legislation aimed at capping international student numbers from next year, the question arises: Is this cap truly necessary? The [...]

In recent months, the Australian government's decision to limit international student enrollments at universities and colleges has sparked intense debate. Under this new policy, educational institutions are restricted to having no more than 40% of their student body comprised of overseas students, with these caps based on 2019 enrollment numbers. While proponents argue that this [...]

  Your guide to Australian visa changes for 2024   As part of the Migration Strategy released in December 2023 the Government announced a number of reforms to the international education system in an attempt to support genuine international students applying for a student visa to Autralia. We have prepared a summary of the key [...]