Let's talk students-bSldCAYrg&list=PL9W4pGK2nEZc1leBW5wLQFSSo-_sCjFsM&index=2Australia warmly welcomes international students and today I would like to talk to you about applying to study in Australia.The student visa programme provides an opportunity for people to study in Australia in an internationally recognised, secure and culturally diverse learning environment.The student visa programme is important for the department and Australia in general because international students help to strengthen bilateral ties, enrich our social and cultural fabricand contribute significantly to our economy.Prospective students can apply for one of seven different student visas, depending on the type of study they wish to undertake.Courses available to international students vary from short English language courses, right through to doctoral degrees.Certain students are permitted to lodge their visa applicationonline, while others are required to lodge paper applications.