Coming to Sydney
More information for students and their parents considering study in Sydney and New South Wales.
Coming to Sydney
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship can assist with queries regarding student visas. For more information visit www.immi.gov.au/students/.
If you want to know the latest information about the student visa program you can now follow them on Facebook.
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR)
Visit the DEEWR website to receive the latest updates on colleges and universities and other educational issues on www.deewr.gov.au/international.
Australian Council For Private Education and Training (ACPET)
Most independent tertiary education and training colleges are members of ACPET. For more information visit www.acpet.edu.au.
Council of International Students Australia
The Council of International Students Australia (CISA) is the national peak student representative body for international students studying at the postgraduate, undergraduate, private college, TAFE, ELICOS and foundation level. www.cisa.edu.au.
Consulates in NSW
For information and assistance from your country's representative in Australia, visit dfat.gov.au/embassies.html or call +61 2 6261 1111.
Community Relations Commission
The Community Relations Commission is the leading government agency supporting multicultural communities in the state of New South Wales. They have information on services for international students living in Australia. Visit www.crc.nsw.gov.au.
International students in Sydney and NSW
For students in Sydney, visit http://www.nsw.gov.au/internationalstudents-living for information on services and resources. Find out about and nominate for the International Student Awards.
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