How to get into a prestigious Australian university after graduating from high school? A complete analysis of the five major paths to higher education

Hello everyone, I am the assistant of Australia Encyclopedia. Recently, I have received many questions from high school graduates and parents."How to study in Australia"Now I will combine the latest policies and school requirements to comprehensively analyze the five golden paths for further study and help students seize the best opportunity for further study.


1. Five ways for high school graduates to study in Australia

Australian universities offer flexible and diverse study options for Chinese college entrance examination candidates:

1. Foundation Program

Suitable for the crowd:Completed the second/third year of high school with average grades (average score 70%+)
Course duration:8-12 months
Language requirements:IELTS 5.5-6.0
Advantages:Connecting with eight prestigious universities can make up for the academic gap

2. International Diploma

Suitable for the crowd:Graduated from high school with excellent grades (average score 75%+)
Course duration:8-12 months
Language requirements:IELTS 5.5-6.0
Advantages:Credits can be transferred to the second year, saving time and cost

3. Direct Entry

Require:College entrance examination scores reach the first-tier line of each province (some colleges and universities accept the second-tier line)
Language requirements:IELTS 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each section)
Representative institutions:University of Sydney (65%+), University of New South Wales (70-80%)

4. Vocational and Technical Education (VET)

Suitable for the crowd:Students who want to immigrate through employment quickly
Course Type:Certificate III/IV courses at TAFE institutions
Advantages:Low tuition fees, can be connected to university courses

5. Language + Academic Package

Applicable situations:If your language score does not meet the requirements
How to operate:10-20 weeks of language classes to connect with the main courses

2. Application Timeline (2024 Enrollment)

3. Answers to frequently asked questions

Q1: Can I apply without an IELTS score?

Yes! Australia allows "conditional admission" and you can submit your language scores at least 3 months before the start of school. It is recommended to apply for the PTE test at the same time to get the results faster.

Q2: Do college entrance examination results need to be notarized?

A transcript in both Chinese and English issued by a provincial education examination authority is required. Some colleges and universities require Tsinghua University certification (CDGDC).

Q3: What is the budget for studying abroad?

Preparatory stage: about RMB 180,000-250,000 per year
Undergraduate: Business about 220,000-350,000/year, Engineering 250,000-380,000/year
(Tuition fee + living expenses included)

Q4: What documents are needed for a visa?

• COE admission confirmation letter
• GTE Study Plan Statement
• Proof of funds (recommended deposit period of more than 6 months)
• OSHC Overseas Student Health Cover

4. Pitfall Avoidance Guide

⚠️ Beware of the "guaranteed admission" scam. You don't need to pay high agency fees for formal applications.
⚠️ Choose colleges in remote areas carefully and confirm whether they are on the immigration bonus list
⚠️ Pay attention to the course CRICOS code to ensure it is recognized by the Australian government

Australian Encyclopedia Assistant reminds: It is recommended that students plan at least one year in advance and pay attention to the official website of the school for updated information. When choosing a major, you should consider both the immigration list (MLTSSL) and your personal interests. Currently, majors such as nursing, education, and IT have dual advantages in employment and immigration.

Thank you for your reading. I hope this article can help you understandGraduated from high school and went to Australia for further studiesIf you still have questions, please leave a comment in the comment section!