STUDENT VISA AND SUPPORT
STUDENT VISA
A Student Visa is required for international students to enrol and study at an Australian education institution for the period of their studies. Additionally, with a student visa, international students can stay in and re-enter Australia for the duration of their course.
How do I apply?
For advice regarding your student visa, contact your Education Agent or Migration Agent. You can also get official information from the Department of Home Affairs.
Important: You will need your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from Stanley College before applying for your student visa.
Understanding your visa conditions
There are strict conditions attached to your student visa that should be followed while studying in Australia. It is essential to understand and comply with these conditions to ensure you remain eligible to stay in Australia for the duration of your studies.
View full visa conditions on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Common Visa Situations
My visa hasn’t been granted yet
If your visa isn’t approved in time for your course start date, contact us immediately at admissions@stanleycollege.edu.au. We will work with you to find a solution.
My visa is expiring before my course ends
You may need to renew your student visa. Contact the Department of Home Affairs, your Education Agent, or Migration Agent for advice. Stanley College staff cannot provide migration advice. Students should contact a registered Migration Agent or the Department of Home Affairs.
MAINTAIN ACTIVE CONFIRMATION OF ENROLMENT (COE)
Stanley College is required to update or report certain enrolment changes to the Department of Home Affairs through PRISMS in accordance with ESOS requirements, if you:
- Fail to commence your studies by the commencement date
- Commence studies, but then subsequently inform Stanley College of your decision to cease your enrolment, prior to completion of your studies
- Defer your studies
- Fail to re-enrol and return to your course after the semester break
- Completed your studies and graduated from your course earlier than indicated on your CoE
- Change your study plans, which may affect your course duration
- Are reported by Stanley College due to:
- Non-payment of fees
- Unsatisfactory academic progress*
- Academic or general misconduct*
*Please review the Student Handbook for more detailed information.
STUDENT HANDBOOKS
It is important to familiarise yourself with the Stanley College Student Handbook, as it contains essential information about studying at Stanley College, including our responsibilities as an independent education provider. It also outlines your rights and responsibilities as a student, including the specific requirements for you as an international student.
Student Handbook for International Students
Student Handbook for Higher Education Students
Student Handbook for Professional Year Program
WORKING IN AUSTRALIA
As an international student, you are allowed to work part-time when your course is in session. If you’re a holder of a student visa, you can work a maximum of Current work rights allow up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session (subject to Australian Government regulations). However, when there are official study breaks or holidays, you can work as much as you want to.
OVERSEAS STUDENT HEALTH COVER
Stanley College can help you arrange for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). OSHC is an insurance that provides cover for medical and hospital care costs that international students may need while in Australia, and is mandatory for international student visa holders.
A health insurance card will be sent to Stanley College if you ask for cover. Your insurance starts one week before your course start date, even if you do not have the card. Make sure you understand any limits or conditions in your health insurance. Additional cover for your health insurance can be arranged once you arrive in Perth or Adelaide. For more information, please click here.
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