AUSTRALIA · CHAPTER 2
Australian universitiesand degrees.
Bachelor's degrees take three years (four with honours or for some professional degrees); master's by coursework 1.5–2 years; research master's and PhDs longer. Providers and courses must be registered on CRICOS. Intakes are February/March and July.
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Programme types
| Programme | Length |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 3–4 years |
| Master's by coursework | 1.5–2 years |
| Master's by research | 2 years |
| PhD | 3–4 years |
| VET / TAFE diploma | 1–2 years |
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The Temporary Graduate visa usually needs at least two academic years of CRICOS-registered study in Australia.
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Qualification levels
| AQF level | Qualification | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Bachelor's degree | 3 years (4 with honours or engineering) |
| 8 | Graduate certificate / diploma | 6 months–1 year |
| 9 | Master's degree | 1.5–2 years |
| 10 | Doctoral degree | 3–4 years |
Intakes
The main intakes are February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2); some universities run trimesters with a November intake. Apply 6–9 months ahead. Check that your course is CRICOS-registered — only registered courses lead to a student visa.
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The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Your course must be on it for a student visa.
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