Admission to Australia

Australia is one of the best destinations for studying abroad: excellent education, the chance to work while you study, and genuine prospects for legal migration. In 2026 the rules have changed.

Requirements

The minimum English score has been raised, financial-proof requirements have grown, and you can no longer switch from a tourist visa to a student visa. You may work up to 24 hours a week while studying.

Choosing a programme

Language courses, university preparation (Foundation), and Bachelor's and Master's programmes are all available. The course must hold CRICOS registration. Packaged programmes let you obtain a single visa for your whole period of study.

Language and documents

Direct entry to a Bachelor's programme requires IELTS 6.0 (previously 5.5), and Foundation requires 5.5. Medicine and teaching call for 7.0+. Your school grades must be strong, or you'll need to complete 1–2 years at a Russian university first.

Finances and insurance

Funds must have been held in the account for at least 6 months; sudden large deposits raise questions. OSHC medical insurance is mandatory for everyone.

Student visa

The process: receive an offer from the university, pay the deposit, obtain your CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment), buy OSHC, and apply for the visa. The visa cannot be issued without a CoE.

The Genuine Student requirement

You must explain in writing why you chose this course and Australia, and how the studies connect to your background and future career. AI checks the answers for templated phrasing, so rehearsed lines won't work.

Timing and plan

Begin 12–14 months before you travel. A year out, choose your university and work on your language. Six months out, open your account. Four to five months out, submit your applications. As soon as your CoE arrives, apply for the visa.

The main mistakes

A low IELTS score, sudden deposits into the account, and templated answers in the statement of purpose.

How Edunation helps

We'll choose a university and programme for free, help with your letters and Genuine Student statement, review your finances, arrange insurance, submit your visa application, prepare you for the interview, and organise your transfer and accommodation.

With Edunation, admission to Australia is realistic and within reach. Start with a free consultation.