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Reanzi:
It depends on the school and the programme. For visa too, some persons are exempted (like phd applicants). So you just have to start by checking the requirements of the school you are applying to.

Are you sure that PhD students are exempt from writing IELTS for visa application?

Ikechukwu09:
Hello all,

I have been granted full scholarship for my PhD at WSU. I have a short window to apply for visa as I am to resume in Jan. I already have the COE from the school, but these are my queries:

How much has to be in my SOA if I am attaching one. Or if I need to attach any at all, given the full scholarship, which includes living expenses of $35k yearly.

Do I need to attach IELTS as the school did not require it. And I heard it is exempted for PhDs.

Ties include an affidavit stating that I have inherited land; a company which I am shareholder and director. The CEO has written that I will be returning to work as COO. I also am a secretary of an arts community, while holding an appointment with a state governor.

How does this profile look and what else might hamper visa approval.

Waiting for your responses, my Egbons.

Please how did you get the affidavit for land ownership? Was only the affidavit enough or one still need to show prove of ownership in the form of receipt or further documents?
Did you later write the IELTS or it was not required as a PhD student?

Judee99:
I just got my visa guys.
Offer and scholarship: September 2024
Lodge date: November 5, 2024
Grant: February 7
University of Adelaide PHD

I pray more people share same grant testimonies with me.

Please did you submit IELTS in your visa application?

FoluSparkleBug:
About AUD 78,000

“A minimum of AUD$69k held for at least
three months in the account.” This is one of the
Conditions for me to get my COE and I’m confused as to if my statement is to have a closing balance of that amount or i have to hold $69k in my account for three months which is ridiculous. So please you or anyone should help me understand if you had to hold it for that long or just had to have a closing balance of that amount, thank you and congratulations once more.

LudaChriz:
Are you sure that PhD students are exempt from writing IELTS for visa application?

Hello LudaChriz,

I may be able to help with this question.
I do not know much about MSc by coursework applicants, but for MSc by research and PhD applicants, the DHA use whatever "proof of English" the University accepts to offer you admission. So, technically, you can be exempted from providing IELTS, PTE, etc, if the University doesn't request it from you.

For example, University of Sydney lists Nigeria as an English speaking country, which means of you are a Nigerian, studied in Nigeria, or have lived in Nigeria for up to ten years, you are considered an English speaker and need not provide a "proof of English" (https://www.sydney.edu.au/study/applying/how-to-apply/international-students/english-language-requirements.html). And this doesn't matter if you are applying for Masters or PhD.

I hope I'm a bit clear with the explanation.
Cheers!

Congrats 🎊

for Federation University what’s the tuition fee for the entire program (2yrs) ?

FoluSparkleBug:
Hi Colley, Thank you.

Federation University
Master of Data Science
Yes, I am self sponsored
Early 30s

Hello house...pls I have a passport that expires August 2028 while my course (PhD) is from 2026-2030. Is it safe to apply for visa with this passport? I need your views please

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FoluSparkleBug:
Hi Colley, Thank you.

Federation University
Master of Data Science
Yes, I am self sponsored
Early 30s

What are the chances of getting approval if one is going with a dependent at this age?

LudaChriz:
Hello house...pls I have a passport that expires August 2028 while my course (PhD) is from 2026-2030. Is it safe to apply for visa with this passport? I need your views please

Hello Ludachriz,
Your passport expiry only has to have a minimum of 6 months left according to DHA. So, an almost 3 year expiry is very much ok for Australian PhD student visa application. Mine only had a year+ left when I applied in January 2024 and it was approved. So, no worries!

Kdamilola:
Hello Ludachriz,
Your passport expiry only has to have a minimum of 6 months left according to DHA. So, an almost 3 year expiry is very much ok for Australian PhD student visa application. Mine only had a year+ left when I applied in January 2024 and it was approved. So, no worries!

I appreciate your response

chaiks:
Thanks for your input. Actually, he is going for masters in another field- social work by research. My understanding is that he will only pay for the first year tuition and provide the one year POF (about 29k aud ). We earnestly want him to take advantage of the current status in Korea and try Australia. As for his PhD, he has finished the credit courses and satisfied the publication requirements. What remains is the chapters of his dissertation.

Why does a person with publication and PhD has to do this? What about post-doc? EB-1 or 2 in US, global talent in Australia and UK? Just curious.

Pls I need cheap Australian schools for a PhD program

Is there any australian university that allows school fees to be paid in installment

I applied for Charles sturt to study agric and I got this response from them. Please what do you think is the problem. I don’t have an ielt, I work with idp agent for the MSc admission.

Please which agency is swift, seems like IDP is very slow. Is it still possible to secure an admission and a study visa for feb/march session if I should start reapplying from today

frankmoney:
Is there any australian university that allows school fees to be paid in installment

All universities accept that

Munayh:
All universities accept that

really ? I've always thought I am meant to pay the full fees

Hello house...

Between Curtin University and University of New England which one is more preferred for a PhD. In terms of getting side hustles and other things

Hey guys, I am an embryologist and i have all my documents, however aims is asking me for certificate of accreditation for the companies i work for. how do i go about this since my company is not ready to give it out?

Munayh:
All universities accept that

But the deposit no cheap. Na usually half of 1 year tuition. Do you know of any school that accepts cheaper

Munayh:
I applied for Charles sturt to study agric and I got this response from them. Please what do you think is the problem. I don’t have an ielt, I work with idp agent for the MSc admission.

Please which agency is swift, seems like IDP is very slow. Is it still possible to secure an admission and a study visa for feb/march session if I should start reapplying from today

Hello, you just have to check your application again if you have provided all the next documents. Check ur CV if the study gap is well explained. Is ur age below 35 and ur course of study in ur bachelor is it related to Agric. Thanks

Zhuhilat:
Hey guys, I am an embryologist and i have all my documents, however aims is asking me for certificate of accreditation for the companies i work for. how do i go about this since my company is not ready to give it out?

How did you make this request? via email?

This question should be in the other thread
https://www.nairaland.com/4478747/diy-guide-australian-permanent-resident

Pls is The Consultants Practice accepted for medical examination for students visa in Australia?

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89omowu:
Hello, you just have to check your application again if you have provided all the next documents. Check ur CV if the study gap is well explained. Is ur age below 35 and ur course of study in ur bachelor is it related to Agric. Thanks

I’m 24, just finished last year and serving currently. I studied agric as my bsc and applied to study it in MSc. I wish they explained the exact thing I don’t have that is required. I don’t have an ielt yet, probably that’s the case.

Ikechukwu09:
I used a letter from my Department at the University which stated that I was educated in English. The document was certified by a lawyer.

Good day can I send you a message privately please

Hi all.
Please I’m asking on behalf of my brother who is looking to move to Australia next year. A little background:
He will be 34 years old November 29, Bsc Public admin with 4.3 CGPA, MSc History and international studies to be completed first quarter 2026. He is currently a junior lecturer in the same university where he is doing his masters. We want him to move to Australia hopefully next year to further his education and we’d need advice and guidance from everyone please. He is passionate about teaching so definitely something in education. Another MSc? Phd? Affordable schools? Scholarships? A head start towards the right pathway would be very appreciated. Thank you

nikkygirl:
Hi all.
Please I’m asking on behalf of my brother who is looking to move to Australia next year. A little background:
He will be 34 years old November 29, Bsc Public admin with 4.3 CGPA, MSc History and international studies to be completed first quarter 2026. He is currently a junior lecturer in the same university where he is doing his masters. We want him to move to Australia hopefully next year to further his education and we’d need advice and guidance from everyone please. He is passionate about teaching so definitely something in education. Another MSc? Phd? Affordable schools? Scholarships? A head start towards the right pathway would be very appreciated. Thank you

Does he have publications? If yes, let him go for PhD or Master by Research. He should develop a proposal and start contacting supervisors from different schools. Scholarships are available if he has a good research background.
Otherwise, go for another master's and be ready to self fund

LudaChriz:
Does he have publications? If yes, let him go for PhD or Master by Research. He should develop a proposal and start contacting supervisors from different schools. Scholarships are available if he has a good research background.
Otherwise, go for another master's and be ready to self fund

Thank you so much for your response. Can I send you an email please?

Munayh:
I applied for Charles sturt to study agric and I got this response from them. Please what do you think is the problem. I don’t have an ielt, I work with idp agent for the MSc admission.

Please which agency is swift, seems like IDP is very slow. Is it still possible to secure an admission and a study visa for feb/march session if I should start reapplying from today

Your agent should have informed you that IELTS is mandatory. Even if a school accepts you without IELTS, Home Affairs will not grant your visa without it. I would suggest that you take the IELTS and then apply again. Perhaps plan realistically for May or June, although I have heard of visa grants being issued within a month or two recently.

Please don’t apply to just any course—do your research, show genuine interest, and demonstrate a logical career progression. Also, plan ahead for what happens after your studies. If you don’t prefer IDP, you might try AECC Global, but to be honest, agents have a lot on their plate, so you will need to follow up a lot. You can make their life easier by preparing all the documents ahead.

Good luck!

Obiora94:
Your agent should have informed you that IELTS is mandatory. Even if a school accepts you without IELTS, Home Affairs will not grant your visa without it. I would suggest that you take the IELTS and then apply again. Perhaps plan realistically for May or June, although I have heard of visa grants being issued within a month or two recently.

Please don’t apply to just any course—do your research, show genuine interest, and demonstrate a logical career progression. Also, plan ahead for what happens after your studies. If you don’t prefer IDP, you might try AECC Global, but to be honest, agents have a lot on their plate, so you will need to follow up a lot. You can make their life easier by preparing all the documents ahead.

Good luck!

Aside IELTS, can one take another exam. E.g; PTE, TOEFL, etc

Good day people,has anyone here know PFL Abuja address or know any reliable agent in Abuja?