Apply for a student visa

All international students require a student visa to study at the University of Wollongong.

The student visa application process can be complicated. While it is possible for you to do this by yourself, our evidence shows that in some countries it may be better to do it with the assistance of an approved representative of the University. They are specially trained to assist applicants with this task, and, in most cases, have a relatively high visa approval rate. Contact UniAdvice to find your nearest representative. 

In order to apply for a visa, you need a valid passport, the electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) issued by the University, and any other documentation required by the Australian Diplomatic Post. You must ensure that you allow enough time for visa processing as this can be a lengthy process, depending on the country you come from. Your nearest Australian Embassy, Consulate or High Commission will be able to advise you about current visa processing times. They will also be able to provide you with further information about how to apply for a student visa and whether you will be required to undergo health checks or provide chest X-rays.

Click here to locate your nearest Australian Diplomatic Post.

The Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) provides comprehensive information about student visa requirements and application procedures.

Click here for further information about applying for a student visa. 

If you are granted a student visa you must abide by certain conditions. These conditions include (but are not limited to) the following points.

You must:

• Study full-time: minimum of 18 credit points per session in Autumn and Spring Session for most courses, or 12 points per Intake if you are studying at the Graduate School of Business, Sydney campus 
• Make satisfactory academic progress
• Maintain approved Overseas Student Health Cover whilst in Australia
• Remain with the original educational provider for at least 12 months, or the duration of the course if shorter than 12 months
• Notify the University of your address in Australia and any subsequent change of address within 7 days
• Not work, unless you have obtained student visa with permission to work, after you have commenced your course

Click here for a complete list of student visa conditions.

Last reviewed: 13 May, 2008