ADMISSIONS FACTS:
What is the SSAF and why am I being charged this additional fee?
Why You Should Lodge Your Genuine Student Requirement (GSR) Documents Early
The most common application errors and how to avoid them
Introducing Our New GSR and Conversion Officers: Here to Enhance Your Experience!
The end-to-end Admission Journey of an International student with SCU
Admission facts - Part 1 - full offer vs conditional offer
Admissions facts - Part 2 - incomplete applications
What's the difference between Deferral, Leave of Absence and Withdrawal?
Admission facts - What is Census Date and how does it affect me?
How many times can I defer my offer?
What is Advanced Standing, how does it work and how does it affect course duration?
20 things to know about the Southern Cross Model for International students
APPLYING FOR A STUDENT VISA:
How to Stay Compliant with Your Student Visa While Studying at SCU
Tips for Making a Successful Student Visa Application
The 5 Main Reasons for Offshore Student Visa Refusals in Australia
The 4 Main Reasons for Onshore Student Visa Refusals in Australia
Visa refusals ... fact or fiction?
I haven't got my visa yet! What happens next?
How do I 'renew' my student visa?
Improving your chance of visa grant - Part 1 - the application
Improving your chance of visa grant - Part 2 - your visa GTE statement
Improving your chance of visa grant - Part 3 - Public Interest Criterion 4020
Improving your chance of visa grant - Part 4 - your GTE interview
Improving your chance of visa grant - Part 5 - Pre-arrival engagement
Is there a 'grace period' after my student visa expires?
AUSTRALIAN CULTURE:
Crikey! Decoding the Aussie Accent: A Survival Guide for International Students
G'day, Mate! A Hilarious Guide to Social Etiquette in Australia for International Students - Part 2
Navigating social taboos in Australia
Cultural differences you may experience in Australia
Racism in Australia: Does it exist?
What does it mean to be an international student in Australia?
Mind your Ps and Qs - Communicating effectively and respectfully with staff
University Students Believe Cheating Online is Easier to Get Away With, Says Research
Preparing for life in Australia as an international student.
COMING TO AUSTRALIA:
Pre and Post arrival tips for International Students
COUNTRY-SPECIFIC GSR INFORMATION
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Bangladesh (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Bhutan (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Cambodia (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – China (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – India (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Indonesia (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Kenya (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Nepal (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Philippines (Offshore Applicants)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Sri Lanka (Offshore Applications)
Key Genuine Student Concerns – Vietnam (Offshore Applications)
BRIDGING VISAS:
GENERAL:
The Dangers of Submitting Fraudulent Documents for International Students in Australia
I haven't got my visa yet! What happens next?
All about Australian Classroom Etiquette: Embracing the Non-Formal Style
Navigating Academic Integrity: A Guide for International Students in Australian Universities
Notice of intention to consider cancellation (NOICC)
International students are amazing
My word is my bond - the construct of trust in university life
Tips for increasing productivity
GENUINE STUDENT INTERVIEW (GSRI)
Guidelines for Responding to the Written Statement Requirement
Maximize Your Interview Success with GSR Video Training
Tips for a Successful Interview: A Guide for Candidates
Responding clearly to the most important question on the GSRI - an example
GENNUINE STUDENT REQUIREMENT (GSRI)
Why You Should Lodge Your Genuine Student Requirement (GSR) Documents Early
Explaining the value of your course to your future
Do Onshore Students Need to Meet the Genuine Student Requirement?
Financing Your Studies in Australia BEYOND the first year: A Genuine Student Requirement
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 1 - Your Personal Circumstances
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 2 - Why Australia? Why SCU?
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 3 - The Benefits of Your Intended Course
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 4 - Other Relevant Details
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 5 - Previous Australian Study
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 6 - Compare your Prospective Salary
The Genuine Student Statement - Question 7 - Your Proposed Living Arrangements
A Useful Tool - Your Financial Checklist
Who Can Be My Financial Sponsor?
The Minimum Income Requirement for Financial Sponsors
The Problem with Using Cash Income as Evidence of Funds for Student Visa Purposes in Australia
Meeting the financial requirement for GSR: It's all about evidence
How to write a successful Genuine Student Statement (GSS)
The financial questions explained
How to respond to the question about "Why SCU?"
How to respond to the question about "Why Australia?"
Responding to the 2 "Why not?" questions
The Genuine Student Test - how it compares with the GTE
A Useful Tool - Your Financial Checklist
Enhanced GS requirements - what are they and why have they been implemented?
The Importance of Lodging Genuine Student Requirement (GSR) Documents Early
How do I respond to a question about my return on investment (ROI)?
How do I respond to a question about why I have chosen SCU in my GSR interview or GSS?
Preparing-your-financial-requirements-what-do-we-need
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ISSUES:
Observations from someone who has seen it all
Where to get help - the resources available to you
What is Leave of Absence and am I eligible?
What happens when I have a debt to the university?
How to ensure your query is responded to as quickly and efficiently as possible
Where to get legal help and advice
When should I apply for my student visa?
MIGRATION PATHWAYS:
Potential Pathways to Permanent Residency for International Students in Australia
A Summary of Changes to the 485 Visa Requirements
Upcoming changes to the subclass 485 (Temporary Graduate) visa
ORIENTATION, ENROLMENT AND COMMENCEMENT:
Important note about commencement
When do I enrol for my course? (New commencers)
STUDENT POSTS:
The real GTE and Admissions process as experienced by an international student
Redwan's story - from Dhaka to SCU!
Meet Prabin from Nepal - 'My journey so far'
Sharing the Achievements on the Tuff year this generation has ever faced
Meet Arpan Sharma Kattel Guinness World Record Holder from Country of Mountains and Himalayas Nepal
Sharing some Motivational Vibes
Motivational Vibes - Prabin Baral
GTE Interview, a doorway to a stress-free zone
STUDENT VISA CONDITIONS:
Condition 8202 - the study requirement
Condition 8516 - continue to meet criteria for grant
Condition 8533 - the adddress and CoE requirement
Condition 8105 - the part-time work condition
