Students

‘Are you asking us to sleep under the Harbour Bridge?’: 3 myths about international students and the housing crisis

‘Are you asking us to sleep under the Harbour Bridge?’: 3 myths about international students and the housing crisis - NepaliPage

International students who have not been in Australia for the past few years lack the rental and financial history that landlords require. Online, students talk about feeling discriminated against, with landlords considering them “high risk”, and housing crisis which is trending topic these days. Angela Lehmann, Australian National University There …

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How to Apply for Australia Awards: A Step-by-Step Guide?

How to Apply for Australia Awards: A Step-by-Step Guide - NepaliPage

Australian educational degree is dream for students around the world. The country is paradise for those who consider getting an international degree. In fact, if you are planning to study a master’s degree, then Australia has something special for you, and that is Australia Awards. Let’s look into the details …

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International students are returning to Australia, but they are mostly going to more prestigious universities

How to improve the migration system for the good of temporary migrants – and Australia - NepaliPage

For a business degree – the most common course for international students – Group of Eight universities charge around $50,000 annually. Peter Hurley, Victoria University When Australia’s borders slammed shut during COVID, international students were among those who were stranded. This disrupted lives and studies, and put a major revenue …

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Why international students need to make Aussie friends

Government to toughen scrutiny of international students as it slashes net migration over two years - NepaliPage

Catherine Gomes, RMIT University A recent report on the satisfaction levels of international students in Australia, the United States and Britain has found that a student’s social life plays a big role in their happiness with their study experience. International students who made local friends were more satisfied with their …

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International students can work unlimited hours

International students can work unlimited hours - NepaliPage

To cope with Omicron COVID 19 variant Australian government relaxed working conditions for overseas students. Australian Prime minister Scot Morrison announced the government is removing working hours restrictions for international students. In Australia, overseas students can work for 40 hours in a fortnight, officially. After the new change, they can …

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International students and skilled workers will likely be allowed back into Australia next week

International students and skilled workers will likely be allowed back into Australia next week - NepaliPage

Scott Morrison, the Australian Prime Minister, announced that international students and skilled workers would register next week. Meanwhile, health authorities continue to evaluate whether or not they should adjust the timing of booster shots. A federal official announced that emergency powers would remain in force through February 2022, forcing international …

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