Guides
Every guide on StudyAU — sorted by most recently updated.
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ART Visa Appeal for Refused Student Visa: How to Request an Administrative Review
Appeal a refused Subclass 500 student visa to the ART (Administrative Review Tribunal). Timeline, cost, success rates, steps to appeal.
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Master of Public Health in Australia: Top Providers, Internships, and Career Outcomes
Master of Public Health (MPH) in Australia: 1.5–2 years, AUD 45k–55k/year. UNSW, Melbourne, Monash, Sydney lead. Internship, research, visa pathways.
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SkillSelect points explained: How to calculate your score for skilled migration
SkillSelect points system for 189, 190, 491 visas: age, English, qualification, work experience, partner, regional, professional year. Maximum 130 points. Calculate your score.
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Working Part-Time in Australia — Minimum Wage, Awards, Rights, and Fair Work
International students can work 48 hours/fortnight during semester (unlimited during breaks). Minimum wage is A$24.95/hour (2025-26). Casual loading +25%; know your award rate and rights.
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University of Adelaide: Overview, Regional 485 Benefits, and Adelaide's Affordable Lifestyle
Adelaide ranks 70th globally with strong engineering and health sciences. Classified as regional for 485 visa extension. Explore admissions, low costs, and South Australian opportunities.
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Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa: 5-year provisional visa leading to PR
Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional grants a 5-year provisional visa via regional work. Transition to 191 permanent residency after 5 years. Lower points than 189/190.
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Australian Health System — OSHC, GP Visits, Prescriptions, and Medicare
OSHC is mandatory (A$650–$750/year). GP visits are bulk-billed (free). PBS prescriptions cost A$36–$42. After-hours calls: 13 SICK. Reciprocal agreements with UK, NZ, Sweden, etc.
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Juris Doctor (JD) in Australia: International Pathway, PLT, and Legal Practice
Juris Doctor (JD) in Australia: 3 years, AUD 50k–60k/year. International law graduates, PLT pathway, admission to legal practice.
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Bringing Dependants on a Student Visa: Partner and Children Eligibility, Evidence, Work Rights
Bring your partner or children on Subclass 500. Eligibility, evidence, visa charges, work rights. 2026 guide for international students.
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University of Western Australia (UWA): Perth Strengths, Regional 485 Nuances, and Lifestyle
UWA ranks 70th globally with strengths in engineering and geology. Located in Perth with regional 485 extension potential. Explore admissions, costs, and Western Australian lifestyle.
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Subclass 190 State Nominated Visa: Permanent residency with state sponsorship
Subclass 190 State Nominated Visa grants permanent residency via points and state nomination. Lower points required than 189; each state sets occupations and priorities.
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Master of Teaching in Australia: Primary, Secondary, and AITSL Registration
Master of Teaching (Primary/Secondary) in Australia: 1.5–2 years, AUD 45k–55k/year. AITSL accreditation, practicum placements, teacher registration pathway.