With over 6,24,000 international students studying in Australia justifies that it is one of the top destinations to study abroad. Management, Engineering, Science and Mathematics are some popular fields of study in Australia. Australia boasts top universities such as the Australian National University, University of Melbourne, and University of Sydney to name a few. One of the key reasons for Australia’s educational popularity among international students is that it is a research-intensive country with modern infrastructure using the most innovative systems to impart education.
It is, thus, imperative to gather knowledge about the top universities for a better understanding of the entire process and requirements.
Timeline of Admission Intake
May- June
Students must research your options. It’s always a good idea to shortlist and apply to at least 10-12 universities and colleges. Students must take into consideration the course availability, complete course fee, scholarships that can be availed, employability, etc. choosing the right intake is of prime importance. They also need to check for the test requirements for each institution as each might vary.
June
Once the colleges are shortlisted, students should register for the standardised tests and take them well in time so that if there arises a need to appear for the same a second time to improve scores, there should be ample time in hand to do so. By now you should be also ready with your SOPs and letters of recommendations as required by the universities.
July
July is the month to arrange all the required documents. Keep everything ready so that you can apply at ease. Remember, filling the college application is a tedious process, and you need to be patient till the last.
August- September
Most universities in Australia start with their application process in August. You have almost three months to fill in your applications to various colleges and also check that you have filled in every piece of information correctly.
October- November
Generally, most colleges close their applications in November. Now is the time that you take a while and come back to your studies. It’s your Board Exams.
December-January
By January, the Colleges start replying to applications, though in some cases it has been seen that some colleges reply even in December; this might happen more in case of institutions wanting to offer admission to some meritorious students, before they are offered a seat by any other college.
December
While you are still waiting for your offer letters, start preparing for your finances, explore scholarships and apply for any education loans available.
December-January
By January, almost all colleges come out with their offer letters. Once, you have received your offer from your preferred college, reply to confirm the same. At the same time write back to the others declining the same.
This is also the time for you to apply for the students visa. Also book your tickets after you have confirmed your arrival with the institution.
February
Prepare for departure; take off…
February- March
Most universities begin their academic year in February or March.