Stay ahead of Australia’s new enrolment caps—act now to secure your spot
🇦🇺 Planning to study in Australia?
There’s a potential change on the way: from January 2025, Australia may limit the number of new international student enrolments. This applies to specific categories. The aim is to maintain high education standards, improve the student experience, and support sustainable growth.
👉 Key point:
This is not law yet. It’s still being discussed in the Senate, with a final decision expected by mid-October 2024. We want to be transparent and help you prepare, just in case it goes ahead.
🤔 What’s happening?
Australia’s government is considering new regulations (CAPS legislation) that would limit the number of international students universities and colleges can enrol in 2025. Once a school hits its cap, no more places will be available for that year.
This could impact your study plans, making it even more essential to plan carefully and ahead.
⭐ No need to worry! With a bit of forward thinking, you can still get ahead of these changes. Plus, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
🙌 Our top tips
You have plenty of options to navigate the cap. Here’s how to stay ahead:
Enrol ASAP Securing your start date in 2024 is the best way to lock in a place at your preferred school and avoid price increases. Schools are offering promotions to encourage early enrolments before the cap takes effect. Apply now to secure your spot and take advantage of these discounts, as fees are expected to rise once the new rules come into play.
Consider longer or packaged programs Choosing courses longer than 12 months or packaged programs can work to your advantage. These count as a single enrolment under the CAPS system, increasing your chances of acceptance and making you a priority for schools.
Extend your studies at your current school If you’re already studying in Australia, staying with your current institution for another course could be a safer option. You won’t be classified as a “new” student under the CAPS system, meaning less risk compared to transferring elsewhere.
Apply to more than one school Don’t limit yourself to one option. By applying to several schools, you’ll have backup choices if your first preference reaches its cap.
Prioritise higher education courses Universities are expected to have more available spots than other institutions. If you’re open to it, enrolling in a higher education degree may increase your chances of securing a place.
✅ The good news
More University Spots: Universities will have more places available compared to other sectors.
No Limits on English Courses: English language programs are not affected by the cap, so you can enrol without concern.
Unchanged Areas: Study abroad, exchange, research programs, and Australian Government scholarships are not impacted by these changes.
⚠️ Important
As of now, the new student cap is still under debate in the Senate. We expect a final decision by mid-October 2024. Colleges are already adjusting their enrolment procedures, so it’s a smart move to act quickly and secure your place.
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