Overseas university study guide for students

University Guide

    1. Costs
      1. How much does it cost to study overseas?
      2. How much is the tuition fees for international students?
    3. Scholarships
      1. Are there scholarships or bursaries for international students?
      2. How do I apply for a scholarship or bursary offered by the universities?
      3. What is financial aid?
    5. Education Loans
      1. Which bank offers the best overseas education loans?
      2. How do I apply for education loans?
      3. How much money can I loan from the banks?
      4. How is the loan money disbursed? Will the bank pay my university directly?
      5. How do I repay the loan?
    7. Working as a Student
      1. Can I work while studying?
      2. How much can I expect to earn working while studying?
      3. How do I apply for an internship or work placement?
    9. University Payments
      1. What is a deposit payment?
      2. When do I have to pay tuition fees?
      3. How do I make an international payment to the university?
    11. Money Management
      1. How do I open a bank account?
      2. Which bank should I start an account with?
      3. How do I transfer my money overseas?
      4. How much money should I bring / transfer for my studies?
      5. What if I run out of money for my studies?
      6. How much is the living cost of studying abroad?

Can I work while studying?

working while studying

International students are generally allowed to work in the country while studying full time in a recognised institution.

Your student visa will allow you to work, and you do not have to apply for a separate work visa

The number of hours that students can work while holding a student visa are as follows:

  • UK - 20 hr/wk during academic term, full time during vacation
  • Australia - 20 hr/wk during academic term, full time during vacation
  • Ireland - 20 hr/wk during academic term, 40 hr/wk during vacation
  • US - 20 hr/wk during academic term, full time during vacation (On-campus only. Off-campus is possible under Optional Practical Training (OPT) scheme)
The above working guideline may not apply to students who are on a non-standard visa class. We will be most glad to advise you on the guidelines if you are uncertain about your circumstance.

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Guide Finances & Scholarships