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
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.
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).