If you wish to study a masters degree by research or a doctoral degree , you should apply for a Postgraduate Research Student Visa.
Postgraduate Research Student Visa Eligibility Assessment
The Free Visa Eligibility Assessment from Results Migration can help you assess whether you meet the requirements for this visa and whether this is the correct visa for you to apply for.
Postgraduate Research Student Visa – Subclass 574 Requirements
Australian Higher Education Student Visa applicants are required to:
- be enrolled in a registered masters degree by research or a doctoral degree as their main course of study;
- depending on their circumstances, show that they genuinely intend to stay in Australia temporarily;
- meet academic requirements;
- meet English language requirements;
- have financial means to support themselves; and
- meet health, insurance and character requirements.
Postgraduate Research Student Visa. – Subclass 574 Entitlements
This visa is a temporary visa, allowing you multiple exits and entries to Australia, valid for the duration of your course. If you are granted this visa, you will be permitted to work:
- a maximum of 20 hours per week during term; and
- as much as you like during term breaks.