Western Australia Is Offering Huge Support To International Students
Known for its great lifestyle and the opportunities offered, Western Australia is one of the safest regions in the world to stay and study.
With the international border restriction lifted, the state is opening the gates for international students again.
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Under the $77 million Safe Transition Industry Support Package of the state, various support programs are now available, which include:
- $6 million Industry Support Program for international education providers
- $2 million University Services for Student Support Program
- $8 million Student Quarantine Support Program
Financial Support for International Candidates
The state’s financial support is available for international students arriving in Perth from 20 January 2022 and required to stay in quarantine. However, they must be currently enrolled at a WA institute. The allocated grant is $2000.
For more information, one may register their interest on the Government Portal
They have to provide their first and last names, email ids, where they are coming from, whether they have turned 18, and whether the government has contacted them for this specific purpose.
Support Payments for Universities
Universities also receive fund support from the Government of Western Australia. The amount is $500 for each international student who needs quarantine after arriving in the state.
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Support to Small and Medium Private International Education Providers
The Government of Western Australia has designed a new $6 million support program for medium and small private international education providers that had made investments to reopen on 5 February.
Eligible small-sized providers will receive a grant of $50000. Small-sized providers refer to those working with a maximum of 19 employees. On the other hand, medium-sized providers with 20 to 199 employees will receive a $100000 grant.
To know more information, an institute has to register on the Government Portal
By providing details like email id, first and last names of the primary contact person, the size of their business, and whether the government has contacted them for this specific purpose.
For more detailed information and professional guidance on such matters, consult registered migration agent perth at ISA Migrations & Education Consultants, they will always be there to help.