Studying high school in Australia: Conditions and scholarships

There are many advantages to studying abroad in high school in Australia, such as:

• High schools in Australia do not require IELTS certificates

• Studying abroad in Australia under the 12-year system will completely correspond to classes in Vietnam

• Parents are eligible for care when their child is under 18 years old

• Students have a lot of time to integrate, increase their ability to adapt and get used to teaching methods before entering the University lecture hall.

• Participating in career guidance programs and extracurricular activities helps students develop both book knowledge and social skills.

• Build a solid English foundation, save time studying preparatory courses. A diploma at Australian high schools is a solid golden ticket to help you go straight to the threshold of university.

• The longer you study in Australia, the more opportunities you have to develop your long-term career and settle down after graduation.

To study high school in Australia, students need to meet the basic requirements from the education system and visa regulations. In general, the conditions for studying in Australia in high school will revolve around 3 main factors: academic ability, finance and health.

Understanding these criteria will help parents and students build a suitable pathway to study abroad in Australia high school, and increase the ability to review applications and apply for scholarships.

2.1 Academic and English language requirements

When choosing to study in Australia at level 3, students need to meet the following academic and language proficiency requirements:

Minimum GPA: 6.5 or higher

• High-quality schools or scholarships to study in Australia at level 3 usually require between 7.0 – 8.0+

English Proficiency:

Most schools when applying for admission to high school in Australia do not require students to have an IELTS certificate. However, during the application process or at the start of enrollment, the school may require students to:

• Participate in a face-to-face interview in English with a school representative

• Or write a short essay to present your academic goals and orientation when studying in Australia in high school

However, in order to be confident and absorb the high school program in Australia, international students need to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 – 5.5 – 6.0

2.2 Financial conditions for studying in Australia for secondary school

You can contact IDP for detailed advice on financial conditions when studying in Australia for each case.

2.3 Health conditions

To ensure a long-term learning process when studying in Australia for high school, students need to:

• Meet the requirements for medical examination according to the regulations of the Consulate

• Do not suffer from dangerous infectious diseases during the active phase such as:

  • Pulmonary tuberculosis

  • Hepatitis

  • Meningitis

  • Ebola

In addition, students are required to have OSHC health insurance for the duration of their studies in Australia

Currently, the system of high schools in Australia will be classified into two forms: public schools and private schools. Public schools in Australia have low tuition fees, so it is very rare to have a scholarship to study in Australia at level 3. Besides, private schools, although tuition fees are high, do not have many scholarships.

There are currently scholarships for grades 11-12 at Peninsula High School, Victoria worth 50-100%,

Request:

• GPA 8.0- 8.5 or higher

• IELTS 6.0 or higher, writing skills above 5.5

• Pass the interview with the school representative

Studying in Australia at the high school level is widely interesting today because it helps you access an international learning environment from an early age, and at the same time provides the opportunity to practice English skills to help score points for top universities in the future. With the above information, it is hoped that it can help parents and students to make the correct choice of school and detailed costs when studying abroad for high school in Australia.

Cost of Study

The cost of studying high school in Australia varies depending on the type of school and region:

• Public schools: about 13,000 – 20,000 AUD/year (About 210 million – 380 million VND/year)

• Private schools: about 25,000 – 45,000+ AUD/year (400 million – 850 million + VND/year)

Tuition rates may vary depending on the state, school, and time of exchange rate.

Reference rate: 16,000 – 18,000 VND/AUD (depending on the time)

Cost of living

According to the recommendation from the Australian government, the minimum cost of living for international students is:29,710 AUD/year

These include:

• Dining

• Accommodation (homestay or boarding)

• Transportation, public transportation

• Books, learning materials

• Personal expenses (internet, telephone, entertainment...)

In addition, students and parents need to pay for the guardianship fee, which is mandatory for students under the age of 18. The guardianship fee will depend on the service provider and state regulations.

The secondary school system in Australia, which is equivalent to Secondary School from grades 7 to 12, is divided into Lower Secondary (grades 7–10) and Senior Secondary (grades 11–12), spread across the states. Here are the high schools in Australia:

• Peninsula Grammar School (private)

• St Paul's School (Queensland)

• NSW Department of Education

• Victoria Government Schools

• Canberra Grammar School

The pathway to study abroad in high school in Australia is quite flexible, allowing students to choose the direction that suits their academic capacity and future goals. The high school system in Australia lasts from grade 7 to grade 12, in which:

• Lower Secondary: grades 7–10

• Senior Secondary: grades 11–12

Here are the common routes when studying in Australia for high school:

Study in Australia from Year 10 or Year 11 (optimal route)

This is a popular and highly appreciated choice when studying high school in Australia.

• Students progressing to grades 11–12 in Australia

• After completing grade 12, it is possible to:

  • Apply directly to the university

  • Or choose to study Foundation/Diploma if needed

Advantages:

• Early familiarization with the Australian education system

• Increase your chances of getting into top universities

• Suitable for students with a clear academic orientation

Study in Australia from Year 12

For students who have completed grade 11 in Vietnam, they can choose to study high school in Australia from grade 12.

Upon completion, students can:

• Foundation Studies

• Or choose a vocational training (VET) program then transfer to University

This is a route chosen by many Vietnamese students and parents thanks to the non-strict entry requirements, saving time and cost of studying abroad.

Discover the top high schools in Australia!

The trend of studying in Australia right from high school has long been no longer strange to Vietnamese students and is becoming increasingly interesting to families. To find out more about each high school as well as how to hunt for scholarships to study abroad at schools, don't hesitate to get in touch with IDP for completely free support.

In addition to the consultation process on the right country and school for the study abroad process, IDP is ready to accompany you in finding a scholarship to study abroad. Prepare your study abroad application, apply for admission, and track progress until you receive a confirmation letter from the school. In addition to the existing offices in the cities, you can consult through an online IDP office and/or join Australia Study Abroad Events online to update the latest information.

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