Parent's Checklist
This site contains all the key information and advice you will need to help your son or daughter plan their study in Australia.
The checklist below is designed as a step-by-step guide to organising study in Australia — everything from choosing the right course, institution and state, to organising visas, health cover and accommodation, and everything else along the way!
Simply follow the links in the checklist to find out everything you need to know to help your child on their way to a world-class education in Australia.
Step 1
| Understand Australia's education system | ||||||
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| 1.1 | Do you know about Australia’s education quality standards and qualifications on offer? |
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| Do you know what CRICOS is and how it protects international students? |
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| 1.3 | Have you found out about all the advantages of studying in Australia? |
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| 1.4 | Are you aware of the many services offered to international students in Australia? |
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| 1.5 | Do you wish to find out about other students’ personal experiences in Australia? |
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| 1.6 | Are you aware that you can deal with educational institutions directly or use education agents to do so on your behalf? |
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Step 2
| Compare and choose from Australia's states and territories | ||||||
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| 2.1 | Do you know which Australian state/territory your child will study in? |
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Step 3
| Choose the right education level and course | ||||||
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| 3.1 | Are you looking for a secondary school for your child? |
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| 3.2 | Do you want information about university/higher education courses? |
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| 3.3 | Have you considered vocational/technical education as an alternative to university? |
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| 3.4 | Have you considered the benefits of study abroad or exchange courses? |
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| 3.5 | Are you aware of the benefits of preparation courses including foundation studies or English language courses? |
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| 3.6 | Are you aware of all of the key factors that should be considered when choosing a course? |
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| 3.7 | Are you aware of the range of courses on offer in Australia? |
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Step 4
| Choose an institution | ||||||
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| 4.1 | Have you compared the different benefits which various educational institutions can offer your child? |
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| 4.2 | Do you wish to compare all secondary schools? |
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| 4.3 | Do you wish to compare all universities and other higher education providers? |
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| 4.4 | Do you wish to compare all private and government vocational education colleges? |
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| 4.5 | Do you wish to compare English language program providers? |
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Step 5
| Assess the costs | ||||||
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| 5.1 | Do you know how much tuition costs will be? |
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| 5.2 | Have you checked if any scholarships are available for your child? |
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Step 6
| Make an enquiry and apply to study | ||||||
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| 6.1 | Do you know how to begin the application process? |
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| 6.2 | Have you contacted your chosen institutions through Studies in Australia to find out more about what they offer and how to apply? |
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Step 7
| Find out what is required to move to Australia | ||||||
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| 7.1 | Does your child have a letter of offer or Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian institution? |
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| 7.2 | Does your child have an Australian student visa? |
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| 7.3 | Has compulsory Overseas Student Health Cover (insurance) been arranged? |
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| 7.4 | Is your child under 18? |
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| 7.5 | Have you arranged accommodation for your child in Australia? |
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Step 8
| Find out about studying and working in Australia | ||||||
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| 8.1 | Does your child intend to work while they study in Australia? |
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| 8.2 | Is your child considering working in Australia after they complete their studies? |
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The final check list
| Step 1. | Do you understand Australia’s education system? |
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| Step 2. | Do you have an understanding of Australia’s different states and territories? |
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| Step 3. | Have you chosen the right education level and course? |
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| Step 4. | Have you chosen the right educational institution? |
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| Step 5. | Do you have an understanding of the costs of studying in Australia? |
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| Step 6. | Have you contacted educational institutions you are interested in? |
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| Step 7. | Do you know what is involved in moving to Australia to study? |
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| Step 8. | Do you know whether it’s possible to work in Australia during and after study? |
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