Required Documents for International Student Applications in Australia


1. ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (education history, activities, and any gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Previous academic transcripts (if any)
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English test result (if required for placement)
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Statement of Purpose
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Financial documents (bank statements, sponsor support)
2. Primary and Secondary School (Year 1–12)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (basic profile including school history and any gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Birth certificate
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All past school reports from Kindergarten to most recent year (at least last 3 years initially)
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Transfer certificate or school leaving letter
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Immunisation record
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Parent’s passport and ID
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Financial documents
3. Foundation Studies
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (with education history and any gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Year 11 and/or Year 12 transcripts and certificates
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English test result (IELTS, PTE, etc.)
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Statement of Purpose
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Financial documents
4. Non-AQF Courses (e.g. Short courses, bridging, enabling programs)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (highlighting all education and any gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Most recent academic results
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Statement of Purpose
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Work experience evidence (if course requires)
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Financial documents
5. VET / TAFE (Vocational Education & Training)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (with education, work experience, training, and gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Year 10, 11, or 12 certificates
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English test result
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Work experience documents (if applicable)
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Statement of Purpose
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Financial documents
6. Aviation Courses
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (including education, work, activities, and gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Year 12 certificate (with maths and physics if available)
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English test result
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Aviation medical clearance (if applicable)
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Statement of Purpose (with career intent)
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Financial documents
7. Undergraduate (Bachelor Degree)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (showing academic progression, gaps, and work history)
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Passport bio page
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Year 12 results or Foundation Studies transcript
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English test result
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Statement of Purpose
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Financial documents
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Work experience (if applying for recognition or with study gaps)
8. Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma / Master by Coursework)
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (mandatory – include study, work, and any gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Bachelor’s degree transcripts and certificate
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English test result
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Work experience letters (if required)
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Statement of Purpose
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Financial documents
9. PhD / Doctoral by Research
All non-English documents must be officially translated into English (preferably NAATI-certified or by a recognised authority).
Required Documents:
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Resume (academic CV with full education, research, publications, and gaps)
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Passport bio page
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Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates and transcripts
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English test result
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Work experience documents (if applicable)
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Research proposal (clearly structured and aligned with intended field)
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Statement of Purpose or Statement of Research Intent
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Supervisor confirmation or expression of interest from institution (if applicable)
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Financial documents