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A weekly shortfall isn’t a dead end. Here’s how our students routinely close the gap between what they spend and what they earn.
Most student visas allow you to work part-time during study terms (typically 20 to 24 hours per week) and full-time during scheduled breaks. Earning the local minimum wage is a fantastic way to cover a big chunk of your rent, groceries, and daily expenses.
Your student ID is basically a VIP pass. Use it to get cheaper public transport, discounted laptops, and cheaper movie tickets. It's a simple trick that quietly saves you hundreds of dollars every semester.
Splitting a house with other students means sharing the cost of rent, power, and Wi-Fi. It's hands-down the best way to keep your budget in check—and the easiest way to make fast friends in a new country.
Moving abroad is a massive step, but you’re not doing it alone. Our local offices are right there with you to help figure out your visas, studies, and future plans once you’ve settled in.
Need a bit more time to finish your current course, or thinking about starting a brand new degree? We've got your back with local student visa renewals.
If you start your course and realize it's just not the right fit, don't panic. Our local counselors can help you look at other options and switch things up to match your real goals.
Done with your studies? Congrats! Now let's get you ready for the workforce. We'll help you apply for your Post-Study Work Visa so you can kickstart your career.
Love it here and want to stay for good? Our registered migration agents can sit down with you and map out a realistic, step-by-step plan for your PR.