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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:23am On Oct 17, 2019
Dearbest:
Thank you sir for your response. Your response so far on this thread has been nothing but encouraging.
My course is a post graduate course. And the fee is around 39000 per year. You mentioned working for 8hrs per day, thought international students are allowed to work for just 40 hrs every fortnight.

International students are only allowed 40hrs a fortnight but most people don't keep to it and the government does not care for now. Some people keep 2 - 3 jobs in situations where your employer may be strict on your work hours. You may be able to work 8hrs before or after your lecture for that day. And on days where you have individual or group assignments you will need a break to get it done.

Will the student be all allowed to work for unlimited period during the study leave?
Yes you can work unlimited hours during study leave / school holidays

Please sir, how possible is it for an international student to enrol for a another while still studying with the present education provider.
I doubt if I understood your question here. Only one education provider can provide you with a study visa at a time.
If you hold a visa via University of Adelaide, you may still be able to apply for another separate course through the University of Tasmania. You would not need to apply for another visa provided you are still enrolled with your primary University (UOA).
If that explanation doesn't help, you may want to rephrase your question.

I anticipate your response sir WestAfrican. I appreciate your words of wisdom.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 5:26am On Oct 17, 2019
muyiwaakeredolu:
Please is IELTS compulsory to study in Australia.am a business graduate with a 2,2
The answer is YES and NO. Yes for students who's English isn't their mother tongue. You may want to try this and then come tell us what the outcome was.

If you're pursuing a Master's program, and have an outstanding English result on your WAEC or NECO etc. Highlight your English score, ask for a letter from your UNI faculty stating English was the medium of learning. Also include two recommendation letters from your lectures and a short direct cum concise note saying why IELTS should be waived for you.

The issue here is that you won't score high if you wrote IELTS rather it's just annoying that Nigerians have to write this silly exam considering the fact English is our official language.

It worked for me and other mates I shared the idea with. Although you will definitely need it if you're seeking for PR.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 5:02am On Oct 17, 2019
Dearbest:
Great people of nairaland, please I need an answer to this...... My sponsor is willing to pay my full tuition of one year while I sought the rest out myself. Do you think I can pay meet up with let's say forty thousand Australia dollars while staying in Melbourne for my second year tuition fee with other personal expenses like feeding and accommodation. I am quite hard working and can persevere in difficult situation. Is it achievable please. Your sincere and encouraging response will be so appreciated @ bligs, WestAfrican and others. Please don't ignore.

The simple answer is YES. It's doable. A lot of us went through that path. The other truth is that it isn't easy as either school or work has to suffer interchangeable.

The key words like you mentioned is hardwork, perseverance. You also need to be focused while keeping a simple eye.

Am not sure of the duration of your program or what degree you will be pursuing. This is an insight to what a program would cost in Australia:

Study costs in Australia
Education program Average tuition costs ($AUD)

Foundation courses $15,000 to $39,000 in total**

Undergraduate bachelor degreee $15,000 to $33,000 per year*

Postgraduate masters degree $20,000 to $37,000 per year*

Doctoral degree $14,000 to $37,000 per year*

If yours was a bachelor degree, that's where the stress is enormous. You would have to be able to work at least 8hrs a day, 16hrs on weekends and probably as much as you can during your school holidays.

Moreso, the good thing in Australia is that you can take study leave although you need to notify your UNI to get a leave of absence, that is when you need to work hard to gather enough money for the coming semester/trimester.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 9:22pm On Oct 04, 2019
Justasking:
Bro, I submitted employment letter, my bank statement, study letter with other documents... Canada still refused me.
Those documents are required for visa processing. You can try again yourself knowing Australia is different from Canada or you get a registered immigration lawyer to do it for you.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 4:33am On Oct 04, 2019
pitman10:
Hi guys please I want to know If I can submit 6months statement of account for my application

3-6 months would do. Don't print out Jan - July and then submit in October. It has to be close to when you will be lodging your application.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 4:30am On Oct 04, 2019
Justasking:
They refused me visa for the same generic reasons... Purpose of visit, employment situation(i was even working..o) and family ties... I feel I didn't package the application well, every document was real, no fake... A good SOA from my dad.

Is it hard to get a study leave from your employer? Letter of work offer after you complete your studies? Tax clearance and payslips from your current job?

Do you have any landed properties etc? Sponsorship letter from your Dad? WILL which shows part of your inheritance?

If you are unsure, best you use a MARA lawyer.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 1:04pm On Oct 03, 2019
Justasking:
I was given a conditional offer.. I'm to fill a gte form and told to give reasons for former visa refusal (Canada) among many other things in the form.. I think I'll also put it in my gte statement. I just weak, currently preparing for my ielts

Hope it wasn't on grounds of bogus documents. If not, it's best to tell them the actual reason you were denied a visa to Canada. Also make sure your circumstances for the visa denial has changed otherwise it could affect your acceptance.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:48pm On Oct 02, 2019
Justasking:
evening, what's the best way to write about a previous study visa from another country.
Sorry can you elucidate further?
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:47pm On Oct 02, 2019
Oscorpy:


15million naira is more than 23k aud. Please check
Again. For individual it's 60k aud and then 70k if more than one person.

Thanks for pointing that out. Again they don't really expect you to have that $60k in your account, it's just an estimate of your expenses. Inflow and outflow of cash is important.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 12:30pm On Oct 02, 2019
[quote author=Arthur0814 post=82729410]Good day @westafrican. I recently got my coe to study at Australian institute of music in sydney and I studied music and creative arts for my bachelors degree here in Nigeria. I’ve been on my visa application and I just want to ask a few questions
1. If I’m using my dads corporate account for financial evidence, do i need to provide sponsorship letter?
Yes it's recommended you provide your sponsorship letter when lodging your visa application.


2. Is 15m naira okay to show for financial evidence?

N15m is around $AUS 23k. Immigration do look at the inflow and outflow of monies in your account. As a businessman they don't expect to see big sum of money in your account all the time knowing a business opportunity may arise and you do need the money to pursue it. What they look is how frequent money comes into your account and what they are spent on. It doesn't matter if you have $10k as at when your lodge your visa application. Having a huge one time deposit of money can be considered as money lodgement and will trigger an alarm.

If I were you, I will apply without a BS but in the meanwhile, have the statement on the side incase my case officer request for it. What most people doesn't know is that AL1 (Streamline) applicants do not need to submit BS. You get ask BS when your CO isn't convinced you are a genuine entrant.

On the other hand, if you have sufficient funds in your sponsors account you may also want to submit your BS just to prevent a longer processing time.

The decision is all yours.


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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 12:07pm On Sep 28, 2019
Kcwarren:


Can I pm you WestAfrican ?
I have got some thing private to discuss with you.
Thanks
That's fine
Business / Re: Which Viable Business Can I Start With N150k To N200k? by WestAfrican: 10:05pm On Sep 26, 2019
DM we may be able to work out something from Australia.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 9:57pm On Sep 26, 2019
[quote author=bblessed post=82494762][/quote]
Hi bro I did reply you too. Meanwhile, I couldn't help if you are in Sydney and have plenty of stuffs to ship. I do have a friend who does from Sydney, will ask him if he still has space for rent. Msg me with what items you want to ship and quantity/size.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:02am On Sep 23, 2019
emenik08:


Thank you so much. Na to start branding my food be dat ooo. grin cheesy cheesy
Do am well to avoid any suspicion.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:00am On Sep 23, 2019
bblessed:
Hi All,

Please any tips for shipping stuff from Australia to Nigeria.

I want to take send some things to Nigeria .

Thanks
Where are you located. We may be able to handle your shipping.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 2:00am On Sep 23, 2019
emenik08:
Please is palm oil allowed on the plane going to Australia? I am beginning to imagine soup without palm oil.

Also what are other foodstuffs that are not allowed?

Biko need reply oooo

Thanks
Yes it is allowed. Get a commercial one thou. Like one bought from ShopRite or with label. Also make sure it's in your check in luggage as airport security will not allow you take it on the plane. Do not forget to declare on your passenger card as it can attract $240+ in fine.

Fresh food or nuts won't be allowed into Australia even thou you have declared them. Most other foods will be allowed if they are commercially packaged.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 6:09am On Sep 22, 2019
aivewobhor:
Please how kindly assist me on this. I got admitted into University of Adelaide and am to pay $14000 as deposit then 1470 for oshc for 2years masters course. Will getting an OSHC on my own affect my application because ahm seems to be offering me oshc at a cheaper rate compared to the one the school uses and they school accept personal oshc purchase of your choice

If your school accepts oshc of your choice then go for it. You must understand what your oshc covers. i.e. what's sort of illnesses, eye test, x-rays etc.
Travel / Re: Warri-Sapele Road: You Can't Ply This Road And Not Spend At Least 2 Days On Road by WestAfrican: 9:34pm On Sep 19, 2019
JubrinElSudan:
Na so....Thats for people that don't know about the road, maybe people coming from the Bayelsa, Rivers state axis of the East West road to the Southwest or North or vice versa. Areas like us wey dey ply the route almost everyday., we dey use keke reach the bad spot, use leg cross, enter motor wey dey drop passengers from Benin/Oghara/Sapele. Before, drivers go through Eku to come out at Amukpe roundabout but that route has been destroyed by the trailers too. The truth is that trailers and trucks are the number one road spoilers in Nigeria before you consider effect of bad construction or rain. They destroyed that route, they destroyed the Adeje route, they destroyed Eku route. It's terrible

Which road you expect trailers and trucks to use? If government build better roads, good drainage system, carry out maintenance from time to time and no wait till the road bad like this all dis one no go happen.

Our leaders no care about us. Wait till election time you go see dem everywhere.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 2:33am On Sep 17, 2019
oty1993:
Guys please answer, I really need your help. What do you think of Canberra

Hello everyone,
Pls how long on an average after applying are you admitted/rejected
Admission processing can take a week - around 2months depends on the school and how fast their admissions department respond to applications.

and how long does the visa process take.
Visa processing times varies as its also dependent on if you have submitted of recommended documents and how fast you respond to additional documents requested for . Have a look at the link below to see the expected processing times:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#aboutVisa-index-6

I'm thinking of applying to University of Canberra, masters in counselling/ psychology.
any advice will be appreciated
You may want to look into PR route for Counselling or psychology if you already have a Degree in Counselling and some work experiences
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list
https://www.nwivisas.com/nwi-blog/australia/shortage-skills-occupation-list-for-australia-for-2019/

What advice about Canberra are you seeking?


Also if you know of scholarships or grant that dont require me to return to Nigeria after school.
You will need to look for non-government scholarships
https://www.scholarships.org.au/
https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/scholarships

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 12:27pm On Sep 15, 2019
Addenn:
Thank you very much WestAfrican sir. You have been there for me from day one. I will make necessary research as you suggest.
My major fear and concern with Tasmania offer is the condition of attending a one year program before commencing my master program. Will that not cause any hindrance for the visa processing?
Thanks as I anticipate your highly esteem response sir.


Weigh all the pros and cons with for example studying Public health in Melbourne and 1yr program + Social Works in Tassie.

See if other Unis can waive the 1yr program while offering you MSc in Social Works.

If you decide to stick with the options you have in hand, you prefer to relocate to regional area after study in search for state sponsorship or do the extra 1yr and be reassured to get your PR at the end of your study?

I guess school will provide you with ecoe to cover your entire study duration and immigration is usually aware of that. So it's shouldn't affect your visa processing time. It's just the extra $$$ you have to pay for that 1yr program.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 4:54am On Sep 15, 2019
nurseafrica:
Guy mr westAfrica you still de here

Yes boss smiley
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:43pm On Sep 14, 2019
Addenn:
Greetings everyone, please I need your advice on this complicated issue of mine. I have an unconditional offer(full offer) from Monash university to study master of public health. On the other hand, I have a conditional offer that will require me to do a one year program and pass before being eligible to study master of social work in university of Tasmania. I just concluded my NYSC early this year and do not have any work experience in either field though still looking at getting a volunteer work experience on any. I have my first degree in biology education though with an outstanding cgpa.
Please, what will you advice me to do for easy visa processing and with PR in mind as I do not know if public health can give a good chance towards PR.
Help a brother please. Your contribution will be highly appreciated.
Cc: bligs, WestAfrican, akinke, sollej and others.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list
The link above will give you an insight on courses that are on the SOL.

See if Public Health or Biology Education correlate with any occupation on the list. I know Social Work is always constant on the SOL. There are other factors you need to put into consideration when choosing a school: Location, job, living expenese, PR points etc. You will easily score points for studying Social works in Tassie and probably get a state sponsorship but the question is how easy is it to find a job to offset your daily expenses?

Studying Public Health in Monash Vic sounds good in-terms of living in a big city, finding jobs, enjoying nightlife etc. but how about the living expenses and securing PR after your studies?

For easy visa processing and PR in mind, Tassie will be the way to go. You just have to do more research on jobs.

Transferring between Unis isn't easy these days but its an option to keep in mind.

You may also want to check this links on how to become a teacher in Australia as a foreigner:
https://m.wikihow.com/Become-a-Teacher-in-Australia

https://pathwaytoaus.com/blog/working-teacher-australia/

https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/find-teaching-jobs/overseas-trained-teachers


This is something you can consider doing after arriving in Australia. Although you may have difficulty since you have no teaching experience under your belt. One way to counteract this would be picking up some voluntary jobs.

Do more research on this.

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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:01pm On Sep 14, 2019
jessetom:



Sorry,
To the school or to the professor?

If i were you, I would apply as per normal, unless I have a compassionate cum compelling reason for them to consider my application then only I will be writing them. If you notice your supervisor is really keen on your research topic, you can beseech him to weighs-in for your scholarship approval. From knowledge, there is usually no preferential treatment for scholarship as it vetted on merits.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 12:04pm On Sep 01, 2019
[quote author=Kennyubah post=81732311]Hey guys
Please I wanna ask
Can a Bsc student work and study in Australia
Yes

I heard they only allow post graduate students work for 20hours.
Yes, 40hrs for the student and 40hrs for dependent (partner/spouse) per fortnight respectively. You are also entitled to unrestricted hours when your program is not in session.

Having said that, majority of students and their dependents over work their hours. It becomes a problem when you take several absent of leaves, don not enrol for semester/trimester without the consent of Uni, do not pay tuition fees and are reported to immigration, leave the country when school is in session or being flagged for whatever reason.

People over work their hours and the immigration is awear but seldom interfere.


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Literature / Re: Help A Brother by WestAfrican: 3:18am On Aug 25, 2019
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Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 3:07am On Aug 25, 2019
sophieora:
Goodevening all. Am new here but have goon through the thread.I have some some question and hope to get as many contributions as possible because am confused right now.

My husband is currently studying in Aussie (TAFE), am listed as a subsequent entrant in his Visa, now am scared of applying as a dependant as i heard it now takes a lot of time to be granted .Am tinking of applying for masters from nigeria here.
Is this a wise thing to do considering the fact that i have tie sin Australia (my husband)?. Does the dependant visa really take that long? What is the average time for dependant visa?

Whats the duration of his course?

How long much does he have to complete his study?

Has he always enrolled for studies or taken absence of leave?

Processing times are dependent on a number of different factors including:


Whether you have provided all necessary supporting documents when you lodge an application

How well and how promptly you respond to requests for additional information

How long it takes to complete any required checks on information you have provided to support your application

How long it takes to receive additional information from areas outside the department - particularly in relation to health, character and national security.

How many places are available in the Migration Programme.

A decision to grant or refuse your visa application may be made based on the information and documentation that you provide at the time of lodgement.


Answers to those questions will determine how long it may take to process your application.

If you have all the documents / requirements for school and immigration respectively and are willing to throw away $$$ on student fees then you are good to go.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 10:55am On Aug 24, 2019
Glowing1:
Please Ielts and Pte English exam which should I opt for? abeg o. Guide me through. I'm new to australia hustle all d way from German student visa NL

Majority of the people I have spoken to believe PTE is lot easier than IELTS. I have never written any of those English test and as a result I cannot advice you.

Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 10:50am On Aug 24, 2019
Moshabiola:


thanks for the reply sir, about the ELICOS how much do you think it usually cost?
https://www.newcastle.edu.au/international/study-with-us/english-language-and-ielts/elicos/course-dates-and-fees

Fees
YEAR 1 WEEK 10 WEEKS 20 WEEKS 30 WEEKS 40 WEEKS 50 WEEKS
2019 $440 $4,400 $8,800 $13,200 $17,600 $22,000


and do you know any AL1 schools that offer that?

There are lots of AL1 Unis that offer Elicos. Make a choice of where you want to study, contact the Uni to find out the requirements for ELICOS.
Below is a link for Newcastle Uni.
https://www.newcastle.edu.au/international/study-with-us/english-language-and-ielts/elicos



Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 11:10am On Aug 23, 2019
Moshabiola:
Please help a brother, I need AL1 schools that doesn't require test of English in Australia
Unfortunately, lots of schools ask for English Test. You may be able to ask for a waiver if you hold a degree and have a letter from your Uni stating that English was the form of instruction.

or does anyone know who can help do IELTS or PTE, as i have tried couple of times and didn't pass
Again, unfortunately you won't be able to get someone to seat on your behalf.


What you may be able to do if you are rich is enrol for ELICOS. Immigration do not process independent visas for ELICOS students. You may be able to find a UNI that provides ELICOS which will transit you to your degree course.


Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 10:57am On Aug 23, 2019
Beeleojo:
Quick one please
Any info about shared appointment in Callaghan, Newcastle? (For August 2019 resumption)

What's shared appointment?

And can one arrive in Aussie a week after the commencement of ones course. School resumes 26th August but I am working towards 30th of August to arrive. Hope dia won’t be controversy at the point of entry ?

You would be fine. Nothing is really happening within the 2nd week of resumption. Orientation is someone you can always get from students around or any staff in campus.

Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 10:52am On Aug 23, 2019
Paulson91:
Thanks for your kind responds!
I really want to know if I should fill that Asian has denied me Visa last year in my Visa Application as I'm not really sure the Agent even Applied for the Visa.

It is important you tell them what countries has denied you visa and for what reasons. If you are unsure, ask your agent.
Most countries will deny you visa base on finance or tie back home. Make sure those reasons has been addressed before lodging your visa application.

That's what I will although you may decide to go the other way.
Travel / Re: General Australian Student Visa Enquiries Part 3 by WestAfrican: 5:23am On Aug 23, 2019
Paulson91:
A call for help!
Can one be denied Visa if the person didn't go for biometrics? I applied for a conference visa through an Agent to Asia last year but didn't go for any biometrics, and didn't get the grant as well. I'm scared if really the agent applied for the visa and I was denied as I'm about applying for my Visa to Aussie.

Simple answer is YES. Biometrics is important as the immigration need to know who enters the country. It also helps the Police or intelligent unit to travel a foreigner who commits a crime.

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