The Australian Government supports growing a sustainable future for Australia’s international education industry. There are a range of organisations and resources that an RTO will find useful when planning and growing its involvement in the international education market.
The Australian Government agency that helps Australian companies win overseas business for their products and services.
Works with the Australian training industry to promote training internationally and advance the internationalisation of Australian education and training.
The official Australian Government website for international students. It is for individuals who are considering studying in Australia and provides information on courses, institutions, study and living costs, the application process, and visa requirements.
The CRICOS database provides search facilities for obtaining information about Australian education providers and courses categorised by field of study, type of course (degree, masters etc), location, etc
The provision of education and training services to overseas students in Australia is regulated by the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) through the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act and associated legislation. This site answers some questions commonly asked about the requirements of the new ESOS Act.
The Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) provides details on how to obtain entry to and stay in Australia as a student. Information is provided about study options, education providers, visas, health information as well as general details about Australia.
Publications relating to international education on the Department of Education, Science and Training site.
Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) offers an educational assessment service. It provides written assessments of overseas higher education, postsecondary or technical level qualifications for individuals who want to establish the educational level of their overseas qualification compared with an Australian educational qualification.