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How to apply as an international student 

If you're keen to do a pathway, undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) course, find out whether you're eligible and what the application process involves.

The following instructions are for pathway, undergraduate and postgraduate (coursework) applications only. If you’re applying for a Higher Degree by Research (HDR), follow the instructions on our Research page.

Check if you're eligible

You must NOT be:
 
- an Australian citizen
- a New Zealand citizen
- an Australian Permanent Resident
- the holder of an Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa
- the holder of a Pacific Engagement Visa.  
 
You must meet the minimum English language requirement. This varies between courses. Find out what applies to you by searching for your course and selecting ‘entry requirements’. If you don't meet the English language requirement, you may be eligible to enrol in our English for Academic Purposes course to improve your English skills.
 
You must be at least 18 years old when your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) is issued.
 
Other eligibility requirements depend on what type of course you’re applying for. 

Other eligibility requirements 

Where to apply  

Offshore applicants

If you’re from India, Nepal, Pakistan, Lebanon, Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda or Ghana, you must apply through a Federation agent. Direct applications from these countries will not be processed.

If you're not from any of the countries listed above, we'd still recommend you get a Federation agent to help with your application. However, you can apply directly to Federation if you'd prefer.

Onshore applicants

If you’re a VCE student, please apply via VTAC.

If you’re not currently doing VCE and don’t need any help, please apply directly to Federation by following the steps below.

When to apply

Follow the standard cut-off dates for submitting your application and Genuine Student assessment documents and completing your acceptance and payment.

You may also be eligible for one or more scholarships. For most scholarships, you will be automatically assessed when you apply.

How to apply directly to Federation 

Need help with your application?  

We’re here 9 am–5 pm AEST, Monday to Friday. Call 1800 333 864 (Australia) or +61 3 5327 9018 (Overseas).