Introduction Australia’s Commitment to International Education Australia places a high value on its international education sector. The Australian Government aims to safeguard the quality, integrity, and long-term growth of this industry. New Prioritisation System for Offshore Student Visas As of 19 December 2024, Ministerial Direction 111 has taken effect. This measure introduces a new approach…
Introduction Australia has a high demand for skilled early childhood educators, with Early Childhood Teaching (ECT) listed as a priority occupation on the skilled migration list. For those on a 485 visa, enrolling in a Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching can be a strategic pathway to achieving permanent residency (PR) while contributing to Australia’s…
Introduction The Australian government’s attempt to introduce a cap on international student visas has hit a significant roadblock. The Education Services for Overseas Students Amendment (ESOS) Bill 2024, designed to limit international student enrollments to 270,000 annually starting January 2025, failed to pass the Senate during the final parliamentary session on November 28, 2024. The…
Introduction With the increasing demand for Childcare Workers, the occupation has been added to the Core Skills Occupations List (CSOL). This opens up exciting new pathways to Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia for qualified Childcare Workers. Key Updates for Childcare Workers 482 Visa (Skills in Demand Visa): Childcare Workers can now apply for this visa…
Victoria University (VU) – Admissions and Scholarships for 2025 Admission Deadlines: Offshore (India, Nepal, Pakistan): Submit applications at least 6 weeks before the intake. Offshore (Other regions): Submit at least 4 weeks before the intake. Onshore Undergraduate/HE Diploma: Monday of Week 1. Onshore Postgraduate: Wednesday of Week 1. Early Childhood Education Scholarships: Graduate Diploma: 20%…