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Where are you on your pathway?
Choosing a course
Compare trades, colleges, cities and costs before you enrol.
- Where can I study a trade?
- How much does it cost to study a trade in Australia?
- Which trade gives the best chance of PR in Australia?
Visas
Student visa requirements, your partner and children, and how long it takes.
- What visa do I need to study a trade in Australia?
- Can I include my partner and children on my student visa?
- What is the minimum bank balance for an Australian student visa?
Studying
Holidays, missed classes and what happens if you change course.
- How many holidays will I have while studying a trade course in Australia?
- What is a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)?
- What is Genuine Student (GS) requirement?
Working
How many hours you can work, tax, and getting a tax file number.
- Can I work while studying a trade?
- How much can a student earn in Australia per month?
- What is Tax File Number (TFN)?
Living
Homestay, regional areas and what rent actually costs.
- What is a homestay in Australia?
- What are the best regional areas to live in Australia?
- What is the cost of living in Australia per month?
After graduation
The path from a trade course to permanent residency.
- Can studying a trade in Australia lead to permanent residency?
- Which TAFE construction courses offer PR pathway in Australia?
- Can I migrate to Australia as an electrician?
Popular questions
The questions our agents answer most
Answered by our registered migration agents and education consultants.
What visa do I need to study a trade in Australia?
Most people study a trade on a Student visa (subclass 500). It lets you study a registered course full time, work part time while you study, and bring eligible family members with you.
How much does it cost to study a trade in Australia?
Tuition fees typically range from AUD $10,000 to $16,000 per year depending on the institution, trade specialization, and workshop materials required.
Can I work while studying a trade?
Yes. International students on a subclass 500 visa are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during course sessions, and unrestricted hours during scheduled term breaks.
Can studying a trade in Australia lead to permanent residency?
Graduating from an eligible trade qualification in an occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) can open pathways via the Job Ready Program and General Skilled Migration.
Can I include my partner and children on my student visa?
Yes. You can declare and include your spouse, de facto partner, and dependent children as secondary applicants on your student visa application.
Where can I study a trade?
Trade courses are delivered by approved TAFE institutes and private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) across major metropolitan hubs and designated regional centers throughout Australia.
Journey guides
Step by step guides to permanent residency
Written by our registered migration agents.
Trade course to PR
- Study a trade on a student visa
- Temporary Graduate visa
- Permanent residency
Graduate visa to PR
- Temporary Graduate visa
- Skilled work experience
- Permanent residency
Employer sponsorship to PR
- Employer sponsorship
- Skills in Demand visa
- Permanent residency
Tools and calculators
Tools to plan your pathway
Quick answers to the numbers and choices that come up before you apply.
Tools and calculators
Financial Capacity Calculator
Work out the funds you need to show for a student visa based on your course, city, and who is coming with you.
Course fees
Living costs, 12 months
Travel
Partner and children
Course finder
Compare trade courses by city and qualification
Visa service fees
See our professional fees for each visa type
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