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Frequently Asked Questions -
FAQ
The
Quality & recognition Australian education and training compared to other
countries All universities, vocational and technical
education colleges and schools are internationally recognized. All education
institutes require to follow quality assurance and
codes of conduct by Australian Government legislation.
Do
I need a visa to study in Yes. However, you can follow any course of study
for less than three months on a visitor visa or working holiday visa. If you
intend to study for more than three months, you must apply for a student visa.You have to obtain student visa.
Can
I apply for student visa without the English language proficiency Requirement ? No. Even you have done GCE (Ordinary Level or
Advance Level) or degree in You have to obtain minimum of 5.0 score band in
IELTS Examination to apply for Australian Visa.
How
can I obtain Student Visa? We will process your student visa application as
it is a service provided by us. It is always desirable and safe to apply for
visa through us as you may not be aware of the requirements, documentary
evidence and the procedure. Please note that it take more than two months to
process your application. To obtain student visa you must complete a visa
application form which is available at our office ,
lodge it with the documentary evidence. No interviews will be held at the
Australian High commission. A student visa is granted only if you intend to
study a registered course on a full-time basis. A registered course is an
education or training course offered by an Australian education provider who is
registered with the Australian Government to offer courses to overseas
students.
How
my visa Application will be assessed? The visa application will be assessed on the
criterion relevant to the course of study, which falls in to different Student
visa sub-classes in addition to numerous other requirements.
What
are Student visa sub-classes?
Subclass 570- Independent ELICOS- for
international students undertaking ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses
for Overseas Students) as a stand-alone course, and not as a prerequisite to
commencing another course (for example, a degree course) Subclass
571 Schools- for international
students undertaking a course of study at a primary school or a secondary
school, including both junior and senior secondary school, and an approved
secondary exchange program Subclass
572-Vocational education and
Training (VET) sector- commonly known as TAFE courses or none degree courses
covers Certificate I, II, III and IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma. Subclass
573-Higher education- covers a
Bachelor degree, Associate Degree, Graduate Certificate, and Graduate Diploma Subclass
574- Postgraduate Research-
Masters degree by coursework or by research, and a Doctoral degree Subclass
575-Non-award- foundation,
bridging or other courses that do not lead to the award of a degree, diploma or
other formal award Subclass 576-AusAID
or Defence sponsored-full-time study undertaken by AusAID
or Defence students sponsored by the Australian Government.
What
are Assessment levels for student visas? The student visa application is assessed
according to an assessment level which is determined by the passport held and
visa subclass applied for. The assessment levels relate generally to how likely
students are to comply with their visa conditions, based on previous students’
behaviour. Assessment level 1 represents the lowest assessment level and assessment
level 5 the highest. The higher the assessment level, the more evidence you
will need to provide to demonstrate your financial capacity, understanding of
the English language and other relevant matters. If you have an assessment
level 2, 3, 4 or 5, then you must make your first student visa application
while you are outside
Do
I have to submit Visa Application with an offer letter? It is essential to have an offer letter to
submit your visa application. It is an ‘offer of a place in a course’ letter
from the Australian education provider. This process allows a preliminary or
Pre-Visa Assessment to be made on your application to see if you are genuinely
seeking to enter
What
are the evidentiary requirements? You have to submit documentary evidence to prove
your capacity to cover the cost of air fares, course fees and living costs for
the duration of your stay in There are several other factors that will be
taken in to consideration such as the situation in Sri Lanka e.g. personal or
financial commitments that may prompt you to return to your home country,your academic record and history in the context of
the course you intend to study, your immigration history e.g. previous
compliance with immigration laws and whether you have previously applied for
entry to Australia, whether your proposed course of study is what you might
reasonably have chosen given your circumstances,whether
your proposed course is consistent with, and appropriate to, your current level
of education
What
is Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment(eCoE) ? An Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) is issued by your Australian education provider and
is the only accepted evidence of enrolment for processing student visa
applications. The institution will advise you of its requirements but generally
it will require payment of at least one semester of course fees before issuing
an eCoE. A copy of your eCoE
then must be submitted to the Australian High Commission before a student visa
can be issued.
Can
I select any course of study? Assessment Level 4 visa is designed for
international students applying to study in Higher Education Sector: If your main course of
study is a Bachelor degree, associate degree ,graduate
certificate ,graduate diploma, Masters by coursework your visa application will
be assessed under Subclass 573.
How
much does it cost to study in The education in
Are
scholarships available? Yes. Scholarships available for international
students however most are offered for postgraduate study in universities. The
majority of international students in
Can
I work in Yes. International students in
What
are the entry requirements to study at Australian institutions? Students must meet minimum academic requirements
and need a sufficient level of English language proficiency for entry to
Australian education and training institutions. Institutions will assess
whether you meet the selection criteria set for your proposed course of study.
They will look at the level and content of the study you have completed in
What
if I don't meet the entry requirements? If you do not meet undergraduate course entry
requirements you may enrol through a pathway programme such as Foundation
Studies, Bridging courses, such as a Master Qualifying program, are also
offered or certificate or diploma courses. If you do not have necessary IELTS
score required by the University or Institution you may enrol for English
language courses. Many universities/Institutions offer such programmes.
How
do I find out which institution offers courses I am interested in? You may visit our office and search for courses
and institutions through internet or seek assistance from our student counsellors .
How
are Australian institutions ranked? Australian institutions are not officially
ranked. However, there are some commercial publications available that compare
achievements of universities and institutions in meeting certain criteria such
as use of technology or student support services. All of
Can
I study for an Australian qualification by distance or on-line? Australian universities and vocational and
technical education institutions offer distance education courses. You will
need to check directly with the institution about what courses are offered in
distance mode.
What
is vocational and technical education?
What
is the weather like in
What
is the minimum education qualifications required? Undergraduate: It depends on the course of study and the university or the
education Institute. If you want to pursue undergraduate studies some universities
may require GCE (Advance Level)- However if you do not have the required Advance
Level grading, you can still enter into a university by a foundation programme
or similar programme. Almost all Universities conduct these programmes through
their Colleges located with in the University. There are also other pathway
programmes to enter university without a delay as shown below.
These popular colleges in
The
Vocational Education:
Am
I eligible to apply to become a permanent resident in Yes. It all depends on the Course of Study and
the qualification and experience you acquire. You may get additional points if
you study at specified Universities or States. It may be necessary for you to
study more than two years on a course of study that is in demand at that time.
Am
I entitle to take my family & children ? Yes. You have to have sufficient funds for this
purpose. Generally No. However in certain cases it may be necessary.
What
happens after submitting your application? Preliminary Assessment A preliminary assessment will determine your eligibility
for a student visa. You will need to provide an ‘Offer of a place in a course’
letter from your education provider to the visa processing office. This letter
should indicate your proposed entry level, name of
course, CRICOS course and provider codes, proposed start and end dates and the
full tuition fees for the course. When your application is received, the visa
processing office will undertake a preliminary assessment of your ability to
meet the student visa requirements applicable to you. If the assessment is
favourable, the office will issue you a letter to give to your education
provider authorising them to issue you with an eCoE
certificate. You will be also advised to pay the tuition fees and OSHC premium,
and undergo medical tests. The student visa will be granted when the Electronic
Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) and all other
requirements are satisfied. United Kingdom & Ireland (FAQs) United
Kingdom consists
of 4 countries: England, Scotland, Do
you have to obtain visa to Study in UK If you are from a country outside the EEA, you
are called a visa-national and will need to apply for a student visa at the
British Embassy/Consulate/High Commission in your home country. The relevant embassy can provide a full list of
the documents required to complete the application. Before entering the Student Visa applications take between 24 hours
and 10 days to process. It is also possible to enter the Student visas are normally granted for an
initial period of one year, determined by the length of your course. You must
show intend to leave the UK once you have graduated, although students on
courses of one year or more can stay in the UK until October the 31st after
their studies are completed. What
are Entry Requirements to Study? The minimum entry requirements for entry to a
course at a How To Check My Qualifications? The National Academic Recognition Information
Centre (NARIC) can check for you. All you have to do is ask NARIC how your
qualifications compare. Send your enquiry - with copies of relevant
certificates - by post to: ECCTIS Ltd Oriel House Oriel Road Gloucestershire GL50 1XP. Alternatively, you can fax your enquiry and a
copy of your certificates to NARIC on +44 (0)1242 258611 or send an e-mail to
naric@ecctis.co.uk. The Education Services at the British Council
Sri Lanka can provide further guidance. We have access to NARIC's
most up-to-date information, which can be used to compare qualifications, or
will be able to guide you on making such comparisons. What
are the Entry
Requirements for career based courses ? Entrance requirements for career based courses
depend on the level of study. For example: GNVQ courses and vocational A-levels: normally
require four or five GCSEs( Local GCE O-level) or the
equivalent Higher National Diploma (HND) would require GCE
A-levels( a minimum of two A-levels at Local GCE
A-level) or equivalent. You may also be required to produce evidence of work
experience in a relevant area, e.g. a portfolio of drawing for an art and
design course. What
are the Entry
Requirements for undergraduate courses ? Students normally enter degree courses at the
age of eighteen, but they can be younger and many are older. There is no
maximum age requirement. For example a student who is 21 or above is termed as
a 'mature student' and when being offered a place on a course, in addition to
his academic qualifications, relevant work experience in his chosen subject
area is taken into account. Generally for admission to a degree course, you
will need three A-levels or the equivalent. The grades you will need will
depend on which subject you choose and which institution you want to study at. The basic undergraduate requirement to enter a if you have done your London GCE AS levels (GCE
Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Supplementary) and GCE A-levels, five passes
at if you have done your Local GCE A-level you need a minimum of three A level passes and the required IELTS/TOEFL score For many courses, passes in particular subjects
are required; for example, A-level mathematics for engineering. For details of
these course requirements, please refer to The 2004 Big Official UCAS Guide to
University and College Entrance, which is available at the Education UK Unit. All Most universities and university sector colleges
now accept General National Vocational Qualifications as the equivalent of
Advanced level. The International Baccalaureate and school-leaving
qualifications from However you may enter to degree programmes
through foundation, certificate or diploma programmes even from your GCE O/L
studies. What
are the Entry
Requirements for Post graduate Courses ?
The
basic postgraduate entry requirement for the following Taught Master's degrees,
postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates): undergraduate degree or
equivalent from your country in a relevant area. For example, to study chemistry at Master's
level, you would need to have a degree in chemistry. Conversion courses (are designed to provide an
intensive introduction to a subject): a British undergraduate degree is sufficient,
even one in an unrelated area. For example, you might have studied history for
your first degree, but could use a conversion course to prepare for a Master of
Science (M.Sc.) degree in information technology. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme: a If you don't have a Master's degree, you may be
able to register initially for a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) or Master of
Research (M.Res.) course and then transfer into the
Ph.D. programme later if your progress has been good. MBAS Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses
usually require a British undergraduate degree or equivalent, or a professional
qualification. A good GMAT score and IELTS of 6.5 or above. Most MBA courses
may also require two or three years' management experience ENGLISH
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT For all courses it is essential to have a good
command of written and spoken English. Please note that though an institution considers each applicants proficiency in English on an individual basis the preferred and widely accepted method is a good score (6 or above) in the IELTS test administered by the British Council, or the TOEFL (250 or above).
WHERE CAN GET
FURTHER INFORMATION? National Academic Recognition Information Centre
(NARIC) British Qualifications (Kogan
Page) British Vocational Qualifications (Kogan Page) IS
BRITISH EDUCATION MORE EXPENSIVE THAN OTHER STUDY DESTINATIONS? Not necessarily. No health care charges in the Discounts for students: With a student identity
card, you can also enjoy discounts on everything from food to theatre tickets,
courtesy of your free National Union of Students (NUS) You can earn extra money by working part-time,
for up to 20 hours per week during term time and full time, 40 hours per week
during your vacations. WHAT
IS THE COST OF LIVING IN THE This will vary according to where in the Average
cost of living for a typical student 2005/2006:
other areas outside They include basic living costs (accommodation, energy bills, food, daily travel) and other necessary expenses (books, equipment and other study expenses, clothing, leisure, incidental personal expenses) for a nine-month academic year. Expenditure for a longer period would be proportionately more. HOW
MUCH WILL THE TUITION FEES BE FOR AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT? 'Overseas' fees for an international student can
range from £5,000 to £20,000 per year depending on the institution, the level
and the type of course. Please refer Fees for details. Institutions give details of the fees they
charge on their websites. You should contact the institution you have applied
to in order to find out exactly how much you will have to pay. DO
I HAVE TO PAY MY TUITION FEES IN ADVANCE TO THE INSTITUTION? CAN I MAKE THE
PAYMENT AFTER I ARRIVE AT THE INSTITUTION? CAN I PAY BY INSTALMENTS? In the case of further education institutions
and some higher education institutions, a payment is often required in advance.
Generally 1/3 or 1/2 of the tuition fees. You will
only receive an unconditional acceptance for the course once the required
payment is made to the institution. Other
higher education institutions may give you two options: to pay in full on registration in the to pay in two to three instalments within the
duration of the academic year (First instalment falling due on
registration).Please note that there may be an accumulated interest payment I
AM A SRI LANKAN WITH BRITISH CITIZENSHIP; DO I QUALIFY FOR 'HOME' FEES? Only
certain categories of students will be charged the 'home' fee. persons who have permanent residence in the EEA migrant workers and their families in the UK who have lived in the EEA for the last three years EU nationals and their children who have lived in the EEA for the last three years refugees (recognised by the UK government) and their families and persons who applied for asylum and have been granted exceptional leave to enter/remain, and their families. What
you can study English language courses GCSEs, A-levels and other equivalents Career-based courses Degree courses Postgraduate foundation programmes Postgraduate programmes MBA programmes Distance learning Short courses Professional membership USEFUL LINKS Accreditation
Details of accredited providers can be found at
www.britishcouncil.org/accreditation-az-list.htm English SELTIC www.seltic.org represents 11 accredited
English language teaching institutions in Learn English in UKCOSA www.ukcosa.org.uk UKvisas www.ukvisas.gov.uk National Health Service www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk i-UK www.i-uk.com VisitBritain www.visitbritain.com National Express www.nationalexpress.com National Rail Enquiries www.nationalrail.co.uk Transport for Host families www.smartaupairs.com Weather www.weatheronline.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/weather GCSEs,
A-levels and other equivalents The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE), International GCSE (IGCSE) or GCSEs in vocational subjects are normally taken at the age of 16. Following these, students can do one further year of academic study before taking Advanced Supplementary examinations (AS-levels). After another year of study, they can take Advanced level examinations (A-levels) or, in some cases, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Alternatively, there are career-based
qualifications, such as General National Vocational Qualifications (GNVQs) or vocational A-levels, which can be taken after one
or two years of study. All these courses give access to university or further
study. Boarding schools provide educational
opportunities for young people from the ages of seven to 18, usually leading to
GCSEs, AS-levels, A-levels or the IB. Colleges cater mainly for students aged between
16 and 18, and offer a similar range of qualifications, as well as English
language tuition and a number of career-based qualifications. You can study
GCSEs, A-levels and other equivalents at boarding schools, tutorial colleges
and FE institutions. Standard Grades are normally taken at the end of
a pupil's fourth year of secondary education. Awards are graded 1 to 7 (1 being
the highest grade). Standard Grade achievement is described on three levels:
Foundation level covers grades 5 and 6 (SCQF level 3), General level grades 3
and 4 (SCQF level 4), and Credit level grades 1 and 2 (SCQF level 5). Highers are normally taken at the end of a pupil's
fifth year of secondary education. Some pupils will have passed four, five or,
in exceptional cases, six Highers by the end of the
fifth year and may well have obtained the required grades for entry to a
Scottish university or college. However they may stay at school for a further
year to undertake some combination of Advanced Highers
and additional Highers and/or free-standing National
Units. (The fifth and sixth years of secondary education in For entry to higher education, grades 1 to 3 at
Standard Grade are normally acceptable in combination with Highers
in the main subjects. Scottish higher education institutions normally frame
their conditional offers in terms of numbers and grades of Higher
passes. Highers, like all other National Courses, can
also be taken by adults. Advanced Highers are
normally taken at the end of the sixth year of secondary education. Like Highers, Advanced
Highers have three pass grades: A, B and C. Advanced Highers are broadly comparable to GCE A-level grades A to C
but the achievement at GCE A-level grades D and E would not equate to a pass
standard for Advanced Higher. Career-based
courses Career-based training in the UK 'often known as
vocational training 'is about teaching you the things you need to know to
pursue the career you want to follow. It offers practical courses taught in a
college environment, some leading to entry to university degree courses and
others enjoying the status of professional qualifications in their own right. The UK offers some of the world's most widely
recognised career- based qualifications in such important subjects as business
studies, computing, engineering and art and design, not forgetting options such
as hotel and catering, tourism and fashion design. Examples include the
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) diploma and qualifications offered by
the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). You can study
career-based courses at tutorial colleges, FE institutions and HE institutions.
Degree
courses A If you don't yet have the entrance requirements
for undergraduate study, access and foundation courses will help you get there.
You can study degree courses at FE institutions and HE institutions. Postgraduate
foundation programmes A small but growing number of universities now
offer access/foundation programmes for postgraduate students. These are aimed
at international students who did their first degree outside the Successful completion of a postgraduate
foundation programme should guarantee you entry to a master's programme at the
same university. Some programmes are specifically designed to prepare you for
entry to an MBA. Postgraduate
programmes A postgraduate degree is awarded after the
successful completion of either a taught course or a period of research. Many
taught master's programmes involve in-depth study of a specialist subject
already studied at undergraduate level or where relevant professional
experience has been gained. Such programmes can act as preparation for a
research degree. Other master's programmes give students the opportunity to
switch from one subject discipline to another, and do not necessarily require
prior specialist study of the subject area. A research degree is the ultimate opportunity to
pursue your own specialist interests. Research involves producing something
original that contributes to the further understanding of a particular subject. Whether at master's or
doctoral level, research programmes involve individual supervision by a faculty
member who has an interest in the topic. This emphasis on personal guidance and
independent study is a key characteristic of research degrees in the A MBA
programmes Choosing to study for an MBA in the The Distance
learning You can also choose to study many Short
courses Many Professional
membership Many professional careers, for example,
accountancy, medicine, law and teaching, require specific professional
qualifications and training. A number of undergraduate and postgraduate
qualifications in the Useful
links degree - Universities
- Universities
Scotland is the voice of the higher education sector in - Standing
Conference of Principals (SCOP) is the national body representing the colleges
and institutions of higher education in - The searchable UCAS database of degree and access courses is to be found at www.ucas.com General
Information - Contact
your local British Council office at www.britishcouncil.org/where - A
full list of links to (www.niss.ac.uk/sites/he-cis.html) or college (www.bubl.ac.uk/uk/fe) prospectuses is available. - For
accredited independent further and higher education institutions, see the
British Accreditation Council web site at www.the-bac.org - For
English language courses, try the English in - HERO
is the national web site for higher education in the - Hotcourses are the team who designed and built the
Education UK site. They also operate the - The
Study - The
DfES (formerly DfEE)
International Student web page at www.dfes.gov.uk/international-students
contains up to date information and advice on Chevening
Scholarships, working in the - UK
Student Life is a website with practical information for international students
about all aspects of living in the - The
Home Office’s good2bsecure site offers practical advice to students about
staying safe from crime in the - City
& Guilds is the leading provider of vocational qualifications in the - A
guide that provides information about studying English and living in the - University
Choice TV: www.uctv.org helps you decide which university to study at by
showing you videos of different places, interviews with current students, and
by giving you all sorts of advice. See a university for yourself from the
comfort of your own home! - International
Students Union (ISU): www.isu.org.uk, founded by a group of International
students from different Universities based in Subject
focus- Search These sheets are designed to give you all the
basic information you need to know when considering studying in the Applied
and pure sciences Veterinary studies Built
and natural environment Architecture Interior design Computing,
mathematics and ICT Computing Engineering
and technology Engineering Health
and medicine Medicine Complementary medicine Nursing Dentistry Hair and Beauty Psychology Humanities Translating and interpreting Learning languages Law Law Management,
business, finance and MAs Accountancy Business and Finance MBAs Management Social
sciences and communications Media studies Teaching Sport,
leisure, hospitality and tourism Hospitality and tourism Sport and fitness Visual and creative arts Art and design Fashion design Performing arts How
much does it cost? It cost less than you think! While there's no
short answer to the question 'How much a TUITION
FEES IN THE Length
of the course Most undergraduate honours degrees take just
three years to complete compared with four years in the Variation
in cost of similar courses Some institutions have to maintain expensive
equipment and property while others have access to non-government funds such as
endowments. Therefore this variation should not be seen as an indication of the
quality of the course. Classroom-based
courses Classroom-based courses (e.g. arts, social
sciences, business) are less expensive than those
involving expensive equipment (e.g. sciences, engineering, computing and
medicine) with the exception of the MBA. Fee
paying category International students fall within the payment
category of 'overseas' fees. If you are a The table below outlines some typical ranges of
tuition fees at a university or university sector college for international
students studying in the Classroom-based
LIVING
COSTS IN THE
Type of accommodation will be a factor as costs
can vary. e.g. between institution owned and private
accommodation. Students proposing to bring their families
should also budget for your family; therefore the costs will be higher. You
should estimate and additional £3,000 for your spouse and £1,800 for each
dependent child. The cost of living varies from one part of the
ESTIMATE
YOUR LIKELY COSTS WHILE STUDYING IN THE It is important you have a clear idea of the
likely overall cost of studying in the Prices for accommodation and daily shopping vary
between different regions of the Living expenses How
much you should expect to pay for your main needs:
Other
average costs:
STUDENT DISCOUNTS Special reductions are offered for students at
many shops, theatres, cinemas, museums and galleries; and special student fares
are available on buses and trains. Many of these discounts are negotiated by the
National Union of Students (NUS), an organisation that represents the interests
of all students in the Southern
England and the Southern
England and the
South South
Welcome to Discover There is plenty to see and do from castles,
historic towns and cities, stately homes and palaces for heritage lovers to
shopping in both the latest, modern centres and in the many unusual and
individual little shops. The River Thames offers a range of recreational
activities for everyone from competitive rowing to simply messing about on the
river. The Ridgeway and Thames Path national trails are ideal for walking and
rambling enthusiasts. Rural Visit the Southern England Tourist Board's
website at:
South
The spectacular South East of England stretches
from the coast to Within the South East there are many stately
homes, historic houses and ancient castles. Step back in time to the ages of
Chaucer, Kipling and Churchill; discover 1066 Country where the
The South East offers a superb setting for every
occasion, from family holidays to romantic breaks, with the chance to sample
excellent cuisine from fresh seafood to traditional pub food washed down with
locally made ale. There are a wealth of theatres and outdoor venues providing
live music, festivals and dramatic productions, and Visit the South East England Tourist Board's
website at:
South
The West Country - A region of contrasts -
Wiltshire, where the West Country begins less than an hour from London; Dorset,
bordered by the sea and almost wholly an area of outstanding natural beauty;
Bristol and Bath, with centuries of history and culture; Somerset, a mix of
heather covered Exmoor and the levels of Sedgemoor; Devon, with two coastlines
and wide open spaces; Cornwall bounded by the sea, steeped in Celtic tradition,
and off the coast, the delightful Scilly Isles each with its own features and
attractions. Majestic cathedrals grace cities like
Wherever you go, wonderful scenery and
spectacular coastline await. Walk coastal paths,
discover sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, secluded coves and picturesque fishing
villages, or visit larger and livelier resorts with plenty to do, day or night.
Inland, visit prehistoric sites, villages with thatched cottages and riverside
pubs, stately homes with landscaped gardens or the wide open spaces of our
wonderful National Parks, Exmoor and Visit South West Tourism's website at: Nearer to Day trips by boat to the other islands are
justifiably popular: feudal Sark, where no cars are permitted and where
visitors travel by bicycle or horse and cart; tiny Herm, where one pub, one
hotel and the famous Visit the Jersey Tourist Board's website at: Visit the Guernsey Tourist Board's website at: East of
East
of Step into the East of England and you step into
a subtly different world. Senses are somehow heightened beneath that great wide
ceiling of blue that arches high above this beautiful patchwork quilt of a
country. The air seems clearer. The colours more intense.
It's Here, time seems to stretch just a fraction and
you realise you've stepped out of the rat race. To a place where people have
time for visitors - whether leaning over the garden fence to chat about their
Geraniums, to show you the workings of a Victorian steam engine, or to take you
on a guided tour of their stately ancestral home. The East of England region is based around the
ancient Visit the East of England Tourist Board's
website at: Heart
of There is Take some time to visit Gloucestershire and the
Cotswolds, taking in the many honey-coloured villages and the regency of Now finding out about the Heart of England is even easier with www.visitheartofengland.com which will provide everything the travel planner needs to ensure that visitors to the region experience the very best of the Heart of England, from food and drink to attractions, city culture and the very best hotels. It
is divided into
four regional tourist boards:
Recently nominated the World's First Green Globe
Tourist destination The sixteen lakes radiate out from a central
core of mountains in the heart of the The contrasts are best seen along the coast
where the Visit the Cumbria Tourist Board's website at: There's so much to see and do in For culture vultures, Liverpool has the biggest
collection of And of course you can't visit the
Visit the North West Tourist Board's website at: www.visitnorthwest.com. Lovers of the outdoors will be spoilt for choice
- The Yorkshire Dales and Yorkshire also boasts the greatest concentration
of stately homes, castles and formal gardens in the If you love shopping, Yorkshire is the place to
be; from the Designer Outlet at McArthur Glen near York to Freeport shopping or
traditional covered city centre markets in Leeds and the weekly outdoor markets
such as the ones in Skipton and Wakefield. Visit the Yorkshire Tourist Board's website at: www.ytb.org.uk. These days, it's very difficult to find a part
of
What strikes visitors most about For more information go to the official website of VisitScotland.
Renowned as Walk long distance paths like Offa's Dyke, the
centuries-old border with The history and myths of one of the world's
oldest civilisations have created an unforgettable range of sights to explore:
ancient burial chambers, Roman forts and more than 400 castles, including World
Heritage sites at Conwy and Harlech. Follow legendary
King Arthur to Caerleon Amphitheatre, Merlin the
magician to Carmarthen and relish Charming market towns and quaint villages pepper
the countryside, while cities like Visit the official website of the Wales Tourist Board at www.visitwales.com.
Driving through a brilliant green landscape
spangled with bright yellow gorse, sipping a famous Bushmills
whiskey in a friendly neighbourhood pub or taking on the challenge of
world-class links: in this small country, everything is only a short distance
away. Go if you are seeking a laid-back holiday with a
feel for yesteryear. Go if you yearn for astounding scenery. The
rugged Antrim coast sweeps past picture-perfect villages and sandy beaches to
the
Visitors most profound memories are often time shared
with locals. 'There are no strangers here, only friends who have not yet met'.
This maxim, posted on one crowded pub wall, says it all. Visit the Northern Ireland Tourist Board at
www.discovernorthernireland.com. Visas: You do not require an entry visa for Outside of the European Union, the situation
varies, so please contact your nearest Irish Embassy
or Consulate or you may enquire from the Department of Foreign Affairs at the
address provided below. The Department also provides a list of countries whose
citizens require visas for Department
of Foreign Affairs, 80 St.Stephen's Green,
Tel: 353 1 4780822 Fax: +353-1-6331052/1053 Website: www.dfa.ie Direct link to student visa requirements on the Department of Justice,Equality and Law Reform website Visa Section Irish Naturalisation & Immigration Service Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform 13/14 Burgh Quay
Telephone (within (Helpline available 10:00am to 12:30pm Monday to
Friday excluding Public Holidays) Telephone (from outside (Helpline available 10:00am to 12:30pm Monday to
Friday excluding Public Holidays) Email: visamail@justice.ie
Applicants
are asked to supply the following information when applying for a visa to their
local Irish Embassies: Valid passport number Date of issue and expiry of passport Date, place and mode of arrival in Letter from University/College indicating that
they have been offered a place in DCU Letter from University indicating that the fees
have been paid in full Evidence of sufficient funds to cover living and
other expenses for the proposed stay Recent passport photographs Visa application fee (non-refundable) These documents should be sent to your local
Irish Embassy. Visa applications can take between 2 and 8 months to process, so
it is advisable to secure a place early at the University, in order to avoid
disappointment. Unfortunately the University has no control or influence over
visa issues but will advise where possible. b)
Registration with the Immigration Authorities in Students from outside the European Union (EU) or
the European Economic Area (EEA) After arriving in A valid passport An entry visa (where applicable) Student Card from DCU, valid for the current
year Evidence of financial support (e.g. current bank
statement indicating your name / a letter of guarantee from a parent or
guardian indicating the availability of sufficient funds to cover you during
your period of stay in A letter from The Registry, indicating that you
are a registered student at DCU There is a Department of Justice, Equality &
Law Reform charge of €100 each time you register (Please check the dates of registration for
International Students on the DCU webpage -
http://www.dcu.ie/registry/registration.shtml You will
be issued with a DCU student card on this day and will then be able to register
with the authorities.) You must register with the Garda National
Immigration Bureau after arriving in the country. Address: Garda National Immigration Bureau 13-14 Burgh Quay
Tel: +353-1-6669100 Opening
Hours: 8.00am - 10.00am, Monday to Thursday; 8.00am -
4.00pm on Friday; 10.00am - 2.00pm on Saturday Students
from the EU/EEA: It is not necessary for students from the EU or
EEA to register with the immigration authorities. Checklist
for Non-EU Citizens: Passportholders Please ensure that you have the following
documents upon arrival in Birth Certificate Entry Visa (if applicable) Private Health Insurance Acceptance letter from the Registry in DCU Letter from DCU, stating that you have paid your
fees in full These details may not be accurate . Please consult
the website of the Department of Foreign Affairs in Under construction Visa
Information for International Students - Please keep in mind that universities/Colleges
do not issue any kinds of visas for international students, which is a common
misconception in the minds of most students. Rather Visa regulations are
determined by a department of the Canadian government called Immigration Canada
and these regulations often change. The safest approach is to always check with
the nearest Canadian Embassy or Consulate. The information they give will be up
to date and accurate. For an up to date list of the countries whose citizens
need a Visa please visit this website. Requirements
for Student Visa: Students wishing to study in Present a letter of acceptance from the
University/College to
Canadian High Commission in A completed application form: To complete your application you will need to
know the cost of your education including tuition fees and books, medical
insurance, return transportation costs and living costs for yourself and any
dependants while in Demonstrate that you are able to pay the tuition
fees for the course or program of studies that they intend to pursue; The application fee ;
Payable to Receiver General of Valid Passport Two passport-size
photographs; please check the specifications of the photos; Financially support yourself and any family
members who are with you during their period of study; A transcript from your last program of study Cover the transportation cost for yourself and
any family members to and from Pass a CIC medical examination, if required Police background check may be required. How
to Apply for a Study Permit or Student Visa: Find all the forms you need to apply for a Study
Permit, along with step-by-step instructions. This includes information about: medical examinations; police checks; application fees; and financial requirements Step
1: Fill the Application for a Study Permit. Step
2: Collect the documents you need to apply: Proof of acceptance Proof of identity Proof of financial support Letter of explanation, if you wish to apply for
a Study Permit, even though you do not need one Step
3: Complete the application for a Study Permit. Fill in the
forms carefully and completely. Follow the instructions Use a typewriter or print clearly, using black
ink. Add appropriate characters for languages that do
not use the Latin alphabet, such as Chinese, Arabic, Cyrillic, Japanese,
Hebrew, etc. Sign and date your application forms. Step
4: Include the correct Application Fee. There
is a processing fee to apply for a Study Permit. Step
5: Make sure that your application is complete,
using the document checklist. Step
6: Submit your application, fees, and required
documents to a Visa Office at the Canadian embassy, high commission or
consulate responsible for the country in which you are living. Step
7: Supply additional information or documents
when the Visa Office requests it. This may include: Medical Examination Results: You must pass a medical exam. A Visa Officer will advise you if you need to
take a medical examination, and will provide you with instructions on how to
proceed. If you need a medical examination, processing your application could
take at least three extra months. Police Certificates/Certificate of Good Conduct: A Visa Officer may request a police certificate
to prove to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Officers that you are a
responsible person and that you do not have a criminal record. Police agencies may do a criminal or security
background check. These checks may be done on anyone 18 years of age and over
applying for a Study Permit. If you move or change your address, your
telephone or FAX number before your application has been processed, you must
advise CIC of this new information. Contact the Visa Office where you submitted
your application. When you apply for your Study Permit, there is
no guarantee of acceptance. You should not take any final steps, such as
purchasing plane tickets or quitting your job, until your Study Permit is approved. http://www.sbed.gov.bc.ca/ProgramsAndServices/PNP/index.htm
Under construction FAQ INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT GUIDE For
STUDENT’S PASS APPLICATION,
please refer to www.ica.gov.sg Application Form for a Student's Pass Form 16 Sponsorship Letter Form V39S Additional Information on Applicant for
Application of Student's Pass Form V36 ACCOMMODATION International students concerned about finding
suitable accommodation in Accommodation Utilities Food Transport Clothing Telecommunications Books & Stationery Medical/Hospitalisation Insurance Personal Expenses An international student in Item Cost per month Accommodation $200
- $1,500 (rental varies with geographical area, type of accommodation, demand,
facilities provided and the number of people sharing) Utilities $50
- $80 (not applicable for boarding schools) Food $300
- $450 (Based on $10-$15 a day for 3 meals) Public Transport $20 - $100 (varies with types of student concession pass) Telecommunications From $30 (varies with usage and promotional packages
subscribed) Medical Hospitalisation Insurance $5 - $8 Personal expenses $100 - $200 (varies with individuals) (clothes,
toiletries, entertainment, haircut, miscellaneous) Please note that the average estimates serve as a reference only. |
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