Student Visa Interview Questions

1. Why did you choose this university and how did you find it?
Tip: You should go through the website and handbook of your university carefully. Pen down some
highlighted features such as World ranking, the research facility, the faculty profile, Alumni profile etc.
Visa officer wants to know the reason behind joining the particular University. You should also mention
the reason how you learned about the university.

This University is ranked highly especially in my field of study. I learned about this university while
surfing on the net and then visited their official website to get more information about the university. I
really got impressed with their Faculty profile and the course curriculum. The curriculum was very much
similar to what I want to study.

2. Why did you select the Australia for higher studies? Isn't this course offered by any university or
college in your country? OR Why did you choose Australia as a destination to study?
Tip: You should mention the quality of education in the Australia. If the course is not available in your
home country, you can tell the VO that it is not offered in your country. If the same course is available in
your country, highlight the differences in the quality of education and the course structure in your
country and Australia. You should convince the VO that doing this course from Australia will add value to
your profile. Talk about a few researches being conducted in that field. Technical words work out when
other things don't.

Australia has always been the center of excellence especially in my field and provides quality education
by making students gain knowledge in a practical way as much as possible, so it is quite an obvious
choice for me.

The standard and recognition that Australia has in terms of their education was definitely, my made
reason of choice Australia. Study in Australia promotes innovative, creative and independent thinking.
I’ll learn to work as part of a team, to communicate effectively with others and to develop the practical
skills and intellectual abilities, I need for global success.

It is a young, vibrant and friendly country in where I can live, learn and grow. The benefits of living and
learning in Australia are both personal and academic.

Study time spent in Australia will give me the best platform to succeed in my career and prepare me for
the challenges of the work place. I will get international exposure.

Cheaper study and living expense compared too many other countries

Dynamic and progressive education programs with a reputation for excellence

Globally-recognized courses and qualifications

The relaxed, enjoyable and safe lifestyle and tension free life. Great weather
International Reputation: Australia's universities have long enjoyed an international reputation for
excellence in teaching and research. Academic staff in Australian universities is recruited both
internationally and locally. There is No discrimination between boys and girls.

Strong International Links: Australian universities have strong international links across the entire range
of their activities, from individual research collaborations through to joint ventures with universities in
other countries. In particular, Australia works to develop strong education relationships with its
neighbors in the Asia Pacific region.

Study Method: Students at Australian universities and colleges attend lectures, tutorials, seminars, as
well as conducting independent research in libraries or laboratories. Students are encouraged to collect
and analyze data yourself or in teams, to ask questions, to develop an argument in a logical form and to
participate in discussion and debate with other students and lecturers. This means students are active
learners in Australia, and don't just passively listen and rote learn. Most colleges and universities can
help you with study skills so you can adapt to this way of learning.

a. Australian qualifications are backed by the Australian government bodies

b. Fully recognized qualifications all over the world by professional bodies for public and private sector
jobs

c. All institutions are registered with Australian government

d. Course outlines are designed by Australian government bodies to maintain uniformity within the
entire education system and to facilitate group studies

3. Why did you select this course? Is it relevant to your previous studies?

Tip: You should be very clear about your future plans after doing this course. Prepare a good statement
mentioning about: How course is relevant to your previous degree, how this course adds value to you
profile, why you are interested in doing this course etc.

This course is related to my previous studies and I have got a strong interest in this field.

4. Can you tell me the location of the university/college?

Tip: You should do some research on your university before visa interview. You should know its exact
location and the location of different campus as well (if any). Location might be one of the reasons that
you selected this particular university, so make sure that you know its exact location.

Yes. You should do some research on your university before visa interview. You should know its exact
location and the location of different campus as well (if any).
5. What if you get Australia degree here, would you like to go to Australia again for higher Studies?
Tip: You should be able to convince the Visa Officer that you are interested to do higher studies from
Australia because of high quality of education. Highlight the differences between doing education from
Australia and your home country. Tell VO that how doing education from Australia will add value to your
profile.

Yes, I would like to go to Australia again for higher studies because of high quality of education and
ample research facilities. And more over the quality of faculty is far better in Australia.

1. Study methods used in India are not good. They do not encourage students’ overall growth.
2. Poor infrastructure at Indian universities and colleges.
3. In India syllabus is not updated timely.
4. Teachers are not that experienced.
5. Indian study system is more theoretical than practical.
6. Indian universities do not offer the course of same caliber.
7. Not many options in subjects are available in Indian universities.
8. Now days MNC’s prefer foreign degree holders rather than Indian degrees.
6. What is the scope of your course?

Tip: Prepare a good statement mentioning about: How this course adds value to your profile and how
this course will benefit you when you return to home country after completing your studies.

The course will open new horizons for me and there are excellent job prospects for me in India after
completion of my course. Indian government is planning to open more research prospect in this field
and a formal degree and education will help me in contributing in that.

7. Why are you taking this course?

Tip: You should be very clear about your future plans after doing this course. You should mention how
this course is relevant to your previous degree, how this course adds value to you profile, why you are
interested in doing this course etc.

I have got a very strong interest in this field and doing this course will provide me a specialization in my
field of interest.

8. What is the course structure?

Tip: Visa Officer wants to know if you are well aware about the course. Go to the graduate school
website and find out the course structure (Semesters and subjects) of your program.

Tell about your subjects and duration of the course

9. Do you intend to work in Australia after completion of your studies?
Tip: Visa officer wants to know your intentions weather you have plans to return to your home country
after completing your studies or not.. You should read the immigration policies carefully on Embassy
website.

Yes, If would be eligible and will get work permit then I would like to work in Australia after completion
of my studies.

Because study in Australia will provide me International Experience which would be very helpful to build
a successful career.

10. What do you intend to do after completion of your studies?

Tip: Visa Officer wants to know your future plans and your approach towards our career and seriousness
towards it. Most of the students in interview show strong ties to home country and family.

After educating myself in the latest technologies, I plan to return back to my home country and
contribute in my family business. I also try to start up something of my own in future.

11. What are your future plans?

Tip: Your answers should reflect clarity of thought, clarity of your intentions and strong ties to your home
country.

I am sure the recent growth in my country’s economy will open many avenues for me to start my
company. After acquainting with latest technologies in Australia, I look forward to start my industry.

12. What benefit will this course bring to you?

Tip: You should be clear about the benefits that the course would give you, mention that your profile will
be good enough to get you a good opportunities in home country once you do your course. Mention how
your home country is growing and how you want to be a part of that growth. State some technical words
expressing the advancements in your field.

This is the challenging course for the developing country and will provide me with the latest
developments in the telecom industry and therefore would open a Plethora of job opportunities. As my
country is now growing and every foreign company is investing here so after my study, I will have be a
part of this growth.

OR

The ……………………………... (Course name) suite provides me with the general skills and knowledge
necessary to pursue a successful career in …………………….. This course will give me benefits as it gives me
expertise in this field l. I can apply this expertise in any industry to help grow and prosper

13. How much money can you earn after your completion of studies?
Tip: Since you intend to return to home country, so you should mention the amount in your local
currency. Be authentic and realistic and don't mention any unrealistic figure.
14. Where will you stay in Australia?
Tip: You should remember the exact address. This shows that you are sincere regarding your studies and
have planned for accommodation in advance. So make arrangement of this entire process in advance.
Take Universities help on this.

Rental Accommodation / Hostel

15. Who is your sponsor?

My father and relatives.( As per Visa documents & Funds. You should have everything on your tips
whatever you have supplied in Visa Documents.)

16. What is annual income of your sponsor?

17. What is the source of income of your sponsor?

Tip: Again this is another way of checking your income source. Answer specifically what your father does.
Never show him to be idle, because that means your income has drastically reduced and works as a
negative point. Mentioning that your father is retired may prove to be a negative point. You can mention
that he worked for 30 years in ABC Company and now has his own consultancy dealing with (related to
his past experience)

18. How are you related to him?

Tip: Basically this question is asked in context to other relatives apart from Parents.

19. Why are they sponsoring you? (if not father)

Tip: You should have list of all your sponsors along with the sponsorship documents.

20. Do you have any relative or friend in Australia?

No, I have not got any friends in Australia.

21. What funds do you have to sponsor your studies ?

Tip: This is again another example of question to verify your financial documents..Tell about loan you are
taking or savings you have in Bank.

22. Who all are earning members in your Family?

Tip: Visa officer wants to know if you have a strong financial background. Mention your Father, Mother,
brother who all are earning

23. What is the course commencement date?

Tip: You should remember the exact dates. Please read your offer letter and broacher carefully before
Visa interview.

24. What will be the total tuition fees / Annual fee ?

Tip: You should be well aware of your tuition fees and other expenses and how they will be met. Mention
the tuition fees and the living expenses.
25. What will you do during the off period/semester?
Tip: You should mention about your strong ties to home country. You can say that you plan go back to
your home country to meet your family and friends. You should not say that you plan to work in Australia
as that shows you are not financially strong and you are going there to earn money. This will make the
Visa Officer believe that even after completing your education, you would like to do job and settle there.
These kind of questions are asked to check your intentions.

I plan to go back to meet my family and friends in my country

26. How much money is available for your stay in Australia?

Tip: Mention the amount as per financial documents. Visa Officer wants to know if you have sufficient
money to pay for your education.

27. Have you researched your career prospects?

Tip: Your answer should reflect clarity of thought, clarity of your intentions and strong ties to your home
country.

Yes. I am sure the recent growth of my country’s economy will open many avenues for me to start my
industry. After acquainting with latest technologies in Australia, I look forward to start my industry in my
country.

28. Who is your Consultant?

Agent– Bridge Blue Global
Agency branch Office- Patiala, Punjab, India
Agent staff member name- Priyanka Sharma

29. If Visa officer asks why should I grant you VISA what should I answer?
Well my only purpose to get this visa is to get education and come back to India. I will try help my
nation through the skills and education gained from Australia.

30. What will you do if your visa is rejected?

Well if my visa is rejected due to some reason then I will try to resolve it and if it will not be resolved I
would try to use my second option to look for something positive in my own country.

31. What is your fee structure ?

Whichever is your course

Elicos -
Diploma-
Bachelor –
Masters

OSHC fee also

32. Did you short list any other Universities / Colleges before choosing this university?

Name few universities in the same city

Tip : Search on the internet for other universities and compare with any 2 other universities

33. How do you know that studies in Australia are more practical than India?
Since the course is based on assignments and projects, it is going to be practical.

34. What do you understand by practical knowledge?

Practical knowledge means that we gain skills which can be used in our jobs in a workplace. It is
important to gain practical skills as these are important to make a good career

35. Why are you not doing this course in India?

I want to do an international course which is focused on practical skill development rather than a
theoretical course in India. Also, I want to study in Australia so I can get international exposure and learn
better skills. In India infrastructure (facilities are not good). Syllabus is not updated timely, faculty is not
helpful. In Australia new mode and methods are used to teach students and help them understand
things better. On campus placements and training session are provided to the students. That is why I
have chosen to do this master course from Australia.

OR

As All My previous studies are from India, I do not want to limit my career. I want to gain international
exposure because now a day many multinational companies are demanding international degree
holders that is why I want to do my further studies from Australia.

36. What’s your passport no.?

37. What’s your Date of birth?

38. Education Related

Your Last qualification:-
Your Last education provider:-
When you complete you Last studies:-

39. IELTS Band in each module:-

Listening - Reading- Writing – Speaking- Overall-

40. When you appeared for IELTS Exam and where?

41. Any Job Experience:

42. Address of your College/ University?

43. What mode of transport will you be using to travel to your University/ College?
Public Transport.

44. Are you planning to apply for PR?

No

45. How did your agent help you for lodging the visa file?
Not much He just told me the papers & eligibility criteria that are required for entering in this course
after seeing my academic docs & discussed with me about my interest & future carrier.

46. Who has advised you for this course?

I have interest in …………………………………. I searched on the internet, discussed with my parents, friends in
Australia and education agent & then zeroed upon this courser and college. I also checked the detail on
its website

47. Do you have any travel history ?

No

48. What are VISA rules and regulations

Attendance required is of 80%

Passing percentage is 50%
Work allowed is 40 hrs per fortnight and full time during Semester break
Student has to be covered under OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) for full duration
Provider should know the address all the time..

VISA KNOWLEDGE:-
SSVF: - Simplified student Visa Framework
Visa Subclass:- 500

PSW Visa
Post study work Visa . (It is that student will get work permit for 2 years in Australia after completion of
Bachelors Degree or Masters degree)

Living cost per year in Australia – 21,041 AUD

Travelling expenses- 2500 AUD

TUITION FEES- Variable

49. 10 another reasons to study in Australia

Australia has the 3rd highest number of international students in the world behind only the United
Kingdom and the United States despite having a population of only 23 million.

Australia has 7 of the top 100 universities in the world!

In fact, with over 22,000 courses across 1,100 institutions, Australia sits above the likes of Germany, the
Netherlands and Japan, ranking eighth in the Universities 2012 U21 Ranking of National Higher
Education Systems.

These are strong academic credentials, but our institutions are just as highly rated as the cities that
house them around the country.

Australia has five of the 30 best cities in the world for students based on student mix, affordability,
quality of life, and employer activity – all important elements for students when choosing the best study
destination.

And with more than A$200 million provided by the Australian Government each year in international
scholarships, we’re making it easier for you to come and experience the difference an Australian
education can make to your future career opportunities.

There is every chance Australia has you covered, with at least one Australian university in the top 50
worldwide across the study areas of Natural Sciences & Mathematics, Life & Agricultural Sciences,
Clinical Medicine & Pharmacy, and Physics.

Given this impressive education pedigree, it’s not surprising there are now more than 2.5 million former
international students who have gone on to make a difference after studying in Australia.

Some of these students are among the world’s finest minds. In fact, Australia has produced 15 Nobel
prize laureates and every day over 1 billion people around the world rely on Australian discoveries and
innovations – including penicillin, IVF, ultrasound, Wi-Fi, the Bionic Ear, cervical cancer vaccine and Black
Box Flight Recorders – to make their lives, and the lives of others, better

States and there capitals:-

6 states and there capitals
New South Wales – Sydney Queensland - Brisbane Victoria - Melbourne

Western Australia - Perth South Australia - Adelaide Tasmania - Hobart

Two mainland territories:

Australian Capital Territory Northern Territory (capital- Darwin)

Capital of Australia---- Canberra