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Student & Graduate
Student (500) and Temporary Graduate (485) pathways.
Subclass 500Subclass 485
Overview
Australia hosts some of the world's leading universities. The Student visa lets you study full-time, and the Temporary Graduate visa lets you stay and work after graduation — a critical stepping-stone to permanent residency.
Eligibility
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a CRICOS provider
- Genuine Student (GS) requirement
- Financial capacity evidence
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Benefits
- Study at any CRICOS-registered institution
- Work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study
- Bring family members as dependants
- Post-study work rights of 2 – 4 years
Frequently asked
Can I switch courses later?
Yes, within the same AQF level with the correct notification. Changing to a lower level generally requires a new visa.