Just get going once you agree on something, and make sure to decide on your target schools and majors beforehand! With so many top universities in Australia, the opportunities are huge. Apart from the Group of Eight (Go8), UTS and QUT are not bad either, especially for those without the best academic backgrounds!
Preparing materials? Piece of cake! For most programs, you don't even have to bother writing essays. Just gather your documents later, snap a photo, scan them, tap on your keyboard a bit, and you're done. Except for Australian National University (ANU), you can apply to other Go8 universities first, get a conditional offer, and take it from there 📝.
Timing is key for applications; the earliest should be a year in advance. Don't wait until three weeks before classes start.
Don't panic when you receive an offer; it usually takes 2 to 8 weeks for processing. Offers from the University of Sydney come really fast, as there's strength in numbers. For non-Go8 universities, you might need to wait a bit longer.
Once you've got the offer, make sure to read whether it's conditional (con) or unconditional (uncon). Unconditional offers are the real deal, while conditional ones have requirements you must meet first. Conditional offers typically involve academic and English proficiency criteria, so don't leave it till the last minute to think about it.
Pay the tuition deposit, get your Confirmation of Enrollment (COE), and the university will give you a figure based on your background and program. Different universities have different fees.
How to tackle the visa hurdle? Once you have your COE, take action. Visa processing times can range from 0 to 12 weeks, depending on the risk level and the efficiency of the immigration department.
Once you have your visa, the doors to Australia are open, and your journey as an international student begins!
Sis isn't just talking nonsense; she's laying out the timeline for studying abroad clearly. Keep your eyes on the prize, whether it's in Australia or elsewhere. Let's soar together in the land down under! 🎓💼