How much does it cost to live and study in Australia?

The cost of studying in Australia depends on the course you choose, and it's duration. The cost of living in Australia varies between A$12,000 - A$16,000 per year. This would include accommodation, food, public transport, and limited entertainment

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What options of accommodation do I have?

You have 3 options, Home stay - This is where you are given an opportunity to stay with an Australian family. They offer a safe and caring environment. On-campus - Usually sharing an apartment (4 - 8 bedrooms), where you are given your own bedroom, but you share the kitchen, bathroom(s) and living areas with other students. Off-campus - This is where you stay off the campus and the options include house or unit/flat rentals or hostels. Costs vary depending on size, quality and location. .

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Can I get exemptions based on what I have alreday studied at diploma level?

Yes it is possible to get exemptions. We will need to send your course syllabus and transcripts to the institution in Australia, for the relevant academic faculty to decide on the number of exemptions that they will give you.

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Is there racism in Australia?

No. There is a famous saying that Australians are colour blind. Besides they are very friendly people.

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What is the weather like in Australia?

The climate across Australia does vary. Summer (December - February) temperatures would average between 26 and 34 degrees Celsius. Winter (June - August) temperatures would average between 12 and 24 degrees Celsius. I

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Do I have to sit for an English Proficiency test?

Yes. This is compulsory as it is a requirement needed for obtaining an Australian Student Visa. However, we can make an application to the University/College in Australia minus the English Proficiency Test. Please check with us on which nationalities are exempt from this requirement.

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Am I allowed to work as I study in Australia?

You are allowed to work up to 20 hours in a week while in session and full time during holidays. Please note that from 26 April 2008, people granted student visas will automatically receive permission to work with their visa grant. Work is NOT guaranteed, and you cannot rely on it to support yourself. Working in Australia is a privilege, not a right.

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How long does the whole process take (i.e. to get my admission letter and to process my Visa)

As long as we have all the necessary documentation, the whole process can take at least 12 weeks. It can takes between 2 - 6 weeks to get a response from the institution in Australia and 6 - 12 weeks to get an Australian student visa.

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How do I get an Australian student visa?

We have a dedicated department whose sole responsibility is to help our students visas. We will provide you with the Australian student visa form, as well as a detailed document requirement list. We will counsel you on what documents will be needed. Once we receive the completed Australian student visa application form, and the relevant documents, we will lodge your application with the Australian High Commission in Nairobi as long as WE are satisfied that under the current Australian student immigration law, your application complies.

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What about the travel arrangements?

Having negotiated with several airlines, we will be able to book discounted one way student air tickets to Australia. We will also ensure that somebody will collect you in Australia when you arrive.

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Why should I use AEC as my agent?

Having over 10 years experience in assisting students go and study in Australia, we believe that we can make the entire process easier for you. The advantage of using an agent includes faster processing of your application with the universities/colleges in Australia, but more importantly we have a 98% student visa success rate.

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Do you work on saturdays?

Yes. From 8:30 am to 12:30pm

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