Australia streamlines visa process for overseas student on advanced diploma
In an effort to boost overseas student enrolment in Australian higher education system, the Australian government has decided to extend streamlined visa processing (SVP) arrangements to students enrolled in advanced diploma level courses at low immigration risk providers. This will make study in Australia even more attractive to overseas students.
Source: Xinhua
URL: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/culture/2014-05/26/c_133362130.htm
Editor’s note: This move by the Australian government is somewhat counterbalanced by recently announced reforms to the funding of domestic education in Australia and relaxation of tuition-setting.
