Unscramble 20 12 Australia's New Deal.

There is no guarantee for a degree, work is easier, and there is no language achievement in middle school.

In order to revive its strength in the global study abroad market, the efficient Australian government, which is keen on reform, appointed education experts to launch a series of new policies in the field of study abroad visas after a large-scale investigation. On March 24-26, 20 12, the second batch of new policies was officially implemented, which means that from now on, all applicants applying for studying in Australia will be handled in accordance with the new law.

For China students, the core and most closely related New Deal can be summarized into five aspects.

Good 1: Simplify the approval process of degree program visas.

From now on, students applying for Australian degree courses, regardless of their country of origin, will be regarded as the first-class risk (the lowest risk level) and no guarantee is required. At present, 4 1 of Australia's 42 universities are accepting simplified application procedures.

Applicants who enroll in the following courses are bound by this new regulation:

1. undergraduate course; 2. Attend the 2+2 (or 3+ 1) courses offered by the cooperative university * * *; 3. Postgraduate courses; 4. Doctoral courses; 5. Participate in language preparatory courses or other preparatory courses supporting qualified university courses, including vocational education and training courses; 6. One-semester or one-year university non-academic courses, as a part of domestic university degree courses, are "and/or" exchange courses between universities.

Applicants who enroll in the following courses do not apply to this new regulation:

1. Short courses; 2. Associate degree; 3.GD (postgraduate degree course, generally one year); 4.GC (postgraduate certificate course, generally half a year); 5. Diplomas and advanced diplomas; 6. Non-academic courses (except in the case of article 6 above); 7. Undergraduate courses offered by universities with both VET courses and university courses.

Interpretation by experts: Among the five advantages, this is the most favorable one for students who go to China to study undergraduate or above, and the risk assessment for overseas students has been directly reduced from the original level 4 to level 1. For families preparing to study abroad, it is very convenient to provide a considerable guarantee at once. However, it should be noted that this new policy applies to degree courses and their connecting courses (such as language or preparatory courses first), and does not apply to students who only study language or preparatory courses alone. It can be seen from this that the Australian government attaches great importance to the quality resources of international students who receive phased and coherent education in Australia.

Benefit 2: More flexible working hours.

20 12 From March 26th, students can work 40 hours every two weeks instead of 20 hours every week.

Expert interpretation: Although the absolute time of working has not increased, the biweekly settlement gives students more free space. Because the accounting time range has doubled, the available working time has actually increased a lot compared with before, so students can save two weeks of working time and use it when their studies are easier. Because the hourly wage of working in Australia is considerable, and the government has a clear minimum wage standard for employers, it is good news for students who want to reduce the pressure of living expenses through working.

Good 3: Middle schools don't need language scores, and the course time is extended.

20 12 From March 24th, the longest language learning time of China students in category 57 1 (students who go to Australia to study in secondary schools) was extended from 30 weeks to 40 weeks. In addition, guardian visa holders can study part-time in ELICOS for an unlimited period of time during their stay in Australia. In addition, the visa language requirements of such applicants are cancelled, and there is no need to provide language test certificates or IELTS exemption.

Expert Interpretation: Studying in high school is a hot topic at present, and Australia is no exception. This new policy is very beneficial to students whose language is relatively weak at present. They no longer need to have language scores before going to Australia, and they can get nearly twice the time to adapt to the Australian learning model and environment. In addition, guardians can learn languages indefinitely. However, students studying in middle schools in Australia should pay attention to the fact that they don't need to get a visa, but it doesn't mean that they don't need to be admitted to institutions. It is suggested to prepare the language in advance, or take extra language classes at that time.

Good 4: Student visa integrity audit is more humane.

According to the legislation passed by the Australian Parliament on 20 12, it is proposed to abolish the provisions of compulsory cancellation of student visas or automatic cancellation of student visas due to insufficient attendance, unqualified grades, overtime and other reasons. This change will allow the Immigration Bureau to decide whether to cancel some special cases according to their actual situation, so as to give international students a fairer result.

Expert Interpretation: Studying in Australia has corresponding requirements for attendance and academic performance. In the past, if students were found to be absent, their grades were not up to standard, and they worked overtime, etc. They will cancel their student visas directly. Although this new policy will not change the principle of supervision, it will give more moderate and humane treatment to international students. This is good news for foreign students who are alone to successfully defend their rights and guard against risks.

Good 5: Visa issuance time is more flexible.

Visa officers are allowed to grasp the time flexibly when issuing visas to students, and can approve visas more than 4 months before the start of classes. Applications submitted before March 24, 20 12, but with no results, can also be approved more than 4 months in advance. But at present, students are not allowed to work before the course begins.

Expert interpretation: families studying abroad are most concerned about whether visas can be successfully docked with schools. This new policy is aimed at this problem. You can get a visa four months before applying for the course, giving students a relaxed time to make proper preparations for admission.