On the one hand, you seek admission in an educational institute in Australia. Whereas on the other, accommodation remains your primary cause of concern as an international student. Before leaving for the country, make sure you crosscheck whereabouts of living places without hampering your studies.

With the majority of these youth new to the country and don’t have relatives residing here, these questions tend to be universal. Be aware of the vital fact that the country is developed hence attracting thousands of students each year. It is not an alien land for each of them arriving in large numbers on Australian student visas. Finding decent accommodation is not grave as it seems to be.

Adopt the right approach to counter many doubts. Listed below are some points:

1. Accommodation within campus

Neither you wish to travel long distances between your institute and home. Your accommodation is situated right on the college campus. Premier universities in the country provide international students with their on-campus housing.

As a student, many benefits are in the offing. Alongside university accommodation, you can visit a library nearby and refer to books as part of your study or reach a lecture room for group lectures. Since you paid for the accommodation, there doesn’t raise any issue of worrying over cleanliness. At best, experience joy of living in the university with you and your classmates taking notes and sharing. Another benefit regarding this accommodation type is that no landlords are providing you with lease agreements.

Due to many international students arriving on study purposes each year, you have to ensure to pay up accommodation fees on time after registration of the university’s degree program.

2. Accommodation outside campus

In case you want to stay alone, you can opt for private housing. Since it is off-campus, you don’t have difficulty paying a huge sum. This accommodation can be well-tried. Experience luxury living. Rather than living in hostels, you can book for rental housing in a shared apartment or a studio flat. Living in these places may help you to experience as if you are living at your home.

3. Family stay

On some occasions, you might feel lonely while living independently or you would not like to enjoy the company of living with others in a shared apartment. If you want to stay with an Australian family, there are many places where you can get decent accommodation as per your budget. Majority of students prefer to stay with these families; hence this type of housing is gaining popularity with each passing day. Since many universities will help you to find an affordable home stay, it is advisable you conduct your research and find the right one as per your liking.

4. Sharing room/house

This point is similar to accommodation outside campus, but budget factors are evaluated here. Share a room/house that is affordable rather than moving into a luxurious flat. If you don’t have trouble sharing your accommodation with 5-6 people keeping studies in mind, this kind of luxury comes handy.

These issues are specifically governed on the basis of individual’s tastes and preferences alongside bearing in mind budgetary factors. The best way to overcome student accommodation issue is by visiting university website and by seeking assistance from our team of immigration consultants. For all queries related to student visa rules and procedures, immigration policies, hostel accommodation, air travel and specific information on your secured stay, feel free to speak to our immigration and educational consultants in Dubai today.

Announcing plans to study in Australia is subjected to lots of discussion. Be firm in your approach as a recognised course from a prestigious college/university is bound to shape your career. Though several factors weigh on your mind, you are unable to decide how to proceed.

Among issues confronting you is regarding country’s immigration policies. This is among the areas you cannot ignore since it is your student visa application that counts at the end of the day. Before applying for Australian Visa, you have to provide a written statement to country’s immigration authorities. The statement, referred to as Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE), describes your intention and purpose of your visit to Australia. The more documents you attach along with the statement, the better it helps you.

On the other hand, there are some issues you need to consider before applying for your visa application. These consist of-

1. How shall I proceed
2. Mention the place where I can apply
3. Types of Student visa
4. Furnishing financial documents
5. Proficient in English language
6. Can my family members accompany me?
7. Whether I am permitted to work?
8. Duration of stay
9. Benefits for international students?
10. Seeking visa guidance

1) How shall I proceed

This is among the relevant issue that cannot be overlooked in hindsight. You have to choose a university and a course of your liking. Australian immigration authorities ask you to submit these documents which you need to forward to them at the earliest.

2) Mention place where I can apply

Visit visa application center within the city and forward every valid document supporting your candidature. These documents are part of your application process along with your biometric details necessary. Otherwise, there is strong possibility of your application getting rejected.

3) Types of student visa

Australian Student Visa-subclass 500 and Student Guardian Visa-subclass 590 are among the two different visas. Subclass 500 comes handy if you want to pursue your education in the country and subclass 590 allows you to stay in the country as your age is below 18 years.

4) Furnishing financial documents

Part of your application includes specific details regarding your finances. These details have to be provided to immigration authorities. Be it—your course fees, living expenses, travel expenses etc. Submit these details so that you are confirmed with the student visa.

5) Proficient in English language

It depends on the kind of scores you obtained in IELTS or PTE examination. If you get a good score between 6 and 6.5 Band in IELTS and achieve overall score of 50 to 64, you are likely to benefit. This depends on your desired institution, level of study and being citizen of a particular country. Avail services of our education consultants in Australia if you are stuck with education related issues pertaining to studying in the 5 of the prominent main cities in the country or Regional Australia.

6) Can my family members accompany me?

You have to show valid documents mentioning sufficient funds that are needed to support each of your dependents.

7) Whether I am permitted to work or not

In case you are a student visa applicant, you are allowed to work for up to 20 hours a week. You are allowed to work only after your course has started. Such rules apply if you have dependents.

8) Duration of your stay

As part of initial student visa application, you are allowed to stay till completion of your course. There is a provision to stay for short duration depending on your course—from period of 60 days to 4 months.

9) Benefits for international students

As far as the country’s immigration policies are concerned, there are several restrictions in place. It is students benefitting to large extent specifically when it comes to quality of their foreign education. These restrictions prevent some of the unrecognised colleges where quality of education is not up to the mark.

10)  Seeking visa guidance

Expert guidance is the need of the hour and if you have proper consultation with the right team of immigration and education consultants, it can work wonders for you. Besides, you can get the best advice from the Registered Migration Agents who are efficient in handling number of issues you are confronted with especially in terms of coping with Australian immigration policies.

Be rest assured while trying to focus on visa immigration and education issues step by step. Number of issues can be tackled if you seek expert opinion of our visa consultants in Dubai. Their many years of experience and expertise clears many doubts related to your Australian Student Visa.

• Do you plan on giving the IELTS exam?
• Hate going to classes?
• Dread the traffic?
• Like studying at your own pace?

Well, if you’ve got a tick – mark at more than two boxes, then, most certainly, you’re either a student, a working professional, a homemaker or someone who can’t seem to strike the perfect balance between work – life and exam study. In a nutshell, you could plan all you want to, but still not study and have exam – fever gripping high on you. The plans are made quickly, but it is the execution part of it, which is the red area – work tiredness, workload, homework, etc.

Now imagine, in addition to these situations, what if you were to go and attend far – away classes? Traveling in long – traffic lines, hanging again, not getting enough rest, tired by the surroundings, important agendas to take care of, etc. Too much work – up for a person, isn’t it? But at the end of the day, you know that for an exam like the IELTS, studying is imperative. Clearing it could be constructing your potential gateway to your dream. Can it be avoided? No! There are no shortcuts.

Must Read: Similarities & Differences Between IELTS Writing Task 1 & Task 2

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Following its popularity in 2018, Canada’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) continues to take center stage and expected to dominate in 2019. Termed as economic immigration program, it caters to the needs of thousands of individuals planning to migrate to the country.

PNP Program allows several provinces/territories to nominate immigrants for PR (Permanent Residency) each year. It also allows every province/territory to select candidates from the country’s Express Entry system. The Entry system is amongst the three federal economic immigration programs.

Citing an instance, an Express Entry candidate who is nominated by Canadian province/territory receives 600 points toward his ranking score thereby receiving an invitation to apply for Canadian PR.

On the other hand, base nominations refer to PNP nominations which are issued outside the Entry system through PNP streams.

In 2018, 9 Canadian provinces and 2 territories took part in the PNP with an allocation of 34,700 nominations. This is an increase of 1,300 from 2017. Sources said PNP allocations are expected to rise this year too with numbers not released yet.

Significant increase in PNP numbers has been reflected due to increase in number of admissions through PNP. These admissions comprise those applicants who are nominated along with their family members.

However, PNP admissions are expected to rise phenomenally this year to 61,000 permanent residents. By 2021, the numbers will reach 71,300.

Are you taking the PTE Academic Exam? Struggling to eke out time from your busy schedule for preparation?

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Most of us, if not all, are struggling to take out time for the things we would like to do. In this case, to prepare for the all-important PTE exam. However, we’ve got to do what we’ve got to do.

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MNCs and large corporations across Australia employ skilled professionals in their workforce. You can be one of them due to expertise and experience you possess. Visas falling under General Skilled Migration category provide you enough opportunities along with Employer Sponsored Visas providing you direction to come and work in the country.

Visitor Visa is also one of the other visas. Be a traveler and explore many places the country has to offer. Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane are among the happening cities in the world where skilled

professionals are destined to make a mark in their careers and secure Permanent Residency!

We, at Aussizz Group, have elaborated a list of Australian visas meant for skilled professionals. Get a comprehensive list mentioned in the Infographic!

Beating Norway, Canada according to a new ranking tops the list of being the most preferred Christmassy country in the world. This comes with Christmas festival approaching and there is already enthusiasm and fervor behind its celebration at this time of the year. 

Especially Canadians prefer the festival to be celebrated with pomp and gaiety. This ranking comes at a time with a friendly message sent to tourists across the world to arrive in large numbers and spot the baby reindeer.

The North American country had been facing quite tough times to defeat its European rival. However, it was Canada which narrowly ousted its competitor after the adorable white baby reindeer was spotted.

Describes a source, “The festival in different countries coincides with local traditions marked with rich customs and styles.”

Plenty to watch out for if you happen to be a first-time visitor to the country or even if you visited it earlier, this Christmas would be quite different!

There is Christmas music in this festive season for everybody to enjoy!

Residents in the country listen to the music with Canada establishing a good ranking among 55 countries. The ranking also states that the country experiences white Christmas each year with weather forecast predicting of snowfall this year.

One of the other reasons why the country topped the festive countries list is due to majority of visitors who had accompanied Santa Claus in skiing expedition at the famous Whistler Blackcomb ski resort and even experienced ice skating at the world’s best skating rink around Lake Louise.

Possessing adequate skills of a skilled worker? Want to realise your Australian dreams? If you are resourceful and expert in chosen field, you have to submit relevant details whereby you are granted with a particular Skillselect visa. The country’s administration allows you to find a desirable position in the country’s workforce and reside permanently.

Before you get a job in country, here are few points you need to consider. List of details have to be submitted, specifically these include claiming points mentioning your education background, work experience, skills, specialisation and other criteria. They will help you get good scores. This way, 65 points is the minimum you require to avail Permanent Residency benefits.

In other words, different Skillselect visas constitute General Skilled Migration program. The program is structured thus offering applicants with complete leeway where points are awarded for applicants possessing Skilled Independent Visa – subclass 189, Skilled Nominated Visa – subclass 190 and 489 Skilled Regional Subclass.

Get a detailed check on specific details clearly referring to how you score crucial points. List of details include –

Applicants age

Young and middle-aged individuals score few points in comparison to those in the age group of 25-32 where 30 points is the maximum you score.

IELTS exam

A good band of 8 or more in IELTS test enables you to collect 20 points, 10 points for 7 band and there are no points in case your scores are 6 or more.

Must Read: Avoid the most Common Mistakes in IELTS Exam

Skilled Employment

Statistics related to skilled employment generally weigh more if you are employed in Australia. Overseas migrant population tend to lose with few points awarded to them. For instance, if you have at least 8 years of experience in Australia, you can collect 20 points compared to overseas applicant who claims just 15 points. There is a 5-point difference between Australian applicant and overseas candidate wherein the latter lags as far as claiming points.

Qualification specifying education

Ph.D. holder can get 20 points. If an applicant has a doctorate degree, he can obtain 20 points, 15 for Bachelor or Master’s program and 10 points if he has a trade qualification or Australian Diploma.

Australian qualifications

Five points are awarded to applicants if they obtained qualification from education institution in Australia. They are only entitled for 5 points if the course of their study extends period of 2 years.

Regional Study

If an applicant has completed a 2-year study program in Regional Australia, he can obtain 5 points. The program could be a trade qualification, degree or diploma.

Must Read: Top 5 Courses that Open the Door for Permanent Residency in Australia

Community language skills

Five points is the minimum you score in case you have translator/interpreter level language skills in the country’s designated community language. Skills, on the other hand, have to be recognised by NAATI (National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters).

Partner/spouse skills & qualification

If your partner/spouse is not a resident of Australia and has specific skills/qualifications to her credit, you can still claim 5 points on her behalf. However, she has to meet specific GSM requirements mentioning age, IELTS score as well as nominated occupation.

The list also includes other components where the applicant receives points. These include Professional Year and Sponsorship and nomination for subclass 190 and 489.

Professional Year

Five points are claimed if the applicant has started as well as completed PY program in the last 48 months prior to being invited. The structured program for professional development consists of formal training along with on roll job experience.

Sponsorship & Nomination

Get sponsored by Australian State or Territory Government. Thereafter, you can claim points under Skilled Nominated visa – subclass 190 and Skilled Nominated or Sponsored Visa (Provisional) – subclass 489.

Last but not least, sufficient details enable you to claim bountiful of points. Age, skills and IELTS score matter a lot thus helping you get desired score. Rather than being overseas applicant, an Australian resident has every resource within his reach to enhance overall performance in every way.

Still left confused and running without options? You don’t have sufficient details by which you can figure out details as far as claiming points are concerned. Seek assistance from our immigration and educational team of experts whose tiring efforts and cooperation solves many issues concerning your visa application. Their guidance will help you to claim those extra points which you hardly realised.

Praises and recognition bring you joy following days of your joining office as a full-time psychiatrist in Australia. A psychiatrist job is among the most lucrative professions you have chosen after completion of your high school. Other employment opportunities in this profession await you whereby you enhance your skills in long-run.

One of your primary tasks, however, is to obtain a psychology degree. Rather than a management study, prefer a career in psychology.

Given a choice, you can take up a post of a forensic psychologist, child psychologist or engineering psychologist. Among others include clinical neuropsychologist or clinical psychologist.

Either-wise you can seek employment as a psychiatrist described as the best professions where pay package is excellent. Over the years, this job helps you climb the ladder. To study in Australia, there are multiple degree programs available. Australia administration, however, provides youth with several job opportunities based on a host of programs. Key posts are listed as follows –

• Child psychiatrist

As a child psychiatrist, you earn close to half a million. You are assigned tasks to treat children in age group of 2-15 years where primary tasks include curing their mental, behavioural and emotional disorders. After that, you spent nearly 8 years of training through an advanced degree in psychology. Eight years are divided into 4 years spent in psychiatric residency whereas remaining years are part of your medical school training.

• Forensic psychologist

Understand the mindset of criminals and treat their disorders termed as challenging tasks. With excellent pay package, you have to ensure you crack cases on time. Though the job is challenging and tedious, a doctorate is essential before being employed as a full-fledged psychologist. Each year, the government provides employment opportunities to nearly 5000 individuals with an average pay package of $85000 per year.

• Engineering psychologists

A graduation degree in Human Factors and Engineering Psychology enables you to undertake research-oriented tasks while working as consultants in product design, engineering and software development. Undertake numerous tasks based on products especially what consumers need. More specifically, you create test panels, focus groups and consumer surveys. Along with safety issues of consumers, you spot potential problems of a specific product whereby you consult developers and engineers. Problematic issues are solved on a timely basis thus helping you create products which are safe and not harmful.

• Clinical neuropsychologist

Along with two-month supervision, you require a postgraduate Masters running for two years or three-year clinical neuropsychology which is a doctoral degree. A senior clinical neuropsychologist will conduct supervision. Furthermore, 1-2 year full-time neurophysiological practice under clinical neuropsychologist is required to achieve Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Endorsement.

• Clinical psychologist

Whether it is diagnosis, evaluation, treatment or prevention of emotional/mental disorders, clinical psychologists work one-on-one with patients thereby providing therapeutic techniques which work as treatment solutions. Seek employment in psychology with psychologists availing employment opportunities in hospitals, clinics, private hospitals, clinics etc.

All the more you tend to remember that before getting a psychology degree in Australia, ensure the course receives accreditation with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Visa procedures

Before being appointed as a psychologist, you have to register with Psychology Board of Australia initially. Apply for the visa issued by the country’s Department of Home Affairs. Consult authorities of Skills Assessing Authority for your skill assessment.

General Skilled Migration

The Australian government, on the other hand, has officially nominated Australian Psychological Society (APS), which is assessing body for psychologists. It is APS evaluating your qualifications for migrating to the country through Skilled Migration categories.

The Society, on the other hand, may conduct a separate assessment of the history of skilled employment. You are entitled to apply for Skilled Independent – subclass 189, Skilled Nominated – subclass 190 or Skilled Regional Sponsored – subclass 489 visa consisting of your work experience details. Besides, Expression of Interest (EOI) details can be lodged online via Skill Select. APS assesses your work experience claims whereby you can work at different psychiatrist levels.

Need assistance on GSM and different visa types? If you want specific information on subclass 189, subclass 190 or subclass 489 visas, consult our Overseas Education Consultants solving big picture for you. Surely, you make headway with right solutions before being registered as a psychiatrist in Australia.

Australia inevitably is the world’s popular study destination for international students. Eager to study in the capital cities of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth? Aware of Regional Australia, another preferred hub for international students?

The distance from capital cities to certain advanced cities of Regional Australia like Tasmania, Adelaide, Ballarat, Darwin, Rock Hampton, Townsville, and other cities is considerably less. Migrate to Australia from Dubai with several institutions in advanced cities providing you with an opportunity to pursue studies in your chosen field, and then a career. 

Benefits of studying in a regional university are listed as follows – 

• In comparison to central cities, the cost of living in the regional areas is low
• Every regional city provides a relaxed lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of a large city
• Top ranking university campuses are scattered across regional cities
• Some institutions, on the other hand, provide the best courses for PR. These include winemaking, marine biology medical, tropical studies and dental science.  Also, students avail job training benefits
• The regional cities bring a sense of belongingness among student community where they meet and interact with people
• Real Australia can be felt owing to its natural environment
• The competition is less, as far as part-time jobs in regional cities are concerned
• Part-timers can expect higher minimum wages
• Enhance migration opportunities by gaining 5 extra points towards PR
• Due to less competition, there are better chances of employment after your studies

To study in the Regional area, apply in any of these top regional universities –

1. Tasmania University
2. Deakin University
3. University of Ballarat
4. Central Queensland University
5. Flinders University
6. Charles Darwin University
7. James Cook University
8. Southern Cross University
9. Federation University
10. University of New England
11. University of Southern Queensland
12. University of South Australia
13. University of Adelaide

Several other Australian institutions and campuses lie in regional areas.

Last year alone, over 700,000 students enrolled in Australia with less than 4% moving to regional cities. Compared to 2017, the percentage of overseas students enrolling in regional universities has increased.

For General Skilled Migration (GSM) purposes, students may claim points for Regional Australia. These are part of the points test in case they lived in one or more of these areas and studied full time in any campus located in regional Australia/metropolitan area before lodging their migration application or applying for state sponsorship. Though GSM is the country’s skilled visa program, you can seek several benefits on its different visas, rules and procedures and ways and means by which you file your application on time from our immigration consultants and educational experts in Dubai.