How to apply for international students
Why study at Torrens University Australia?
How to apply as an International student
Applying to study at Torrens University is simple. Just follow the steps outlined below and contact our Future Student Advisors if you have any questions.
Find a course
Torrens University offers courses in Business, Design and Creative Technology, Education, Hospitality, Health and Higher Degrees by Research.
If you need help choosing a course or need more information, please contact us.
Check eligibility
Entry to all Torrens University courses requires academic and English language proficiency.
Certain courses may have additional requirements such as submitting a portfolio or resume, attending an interview or preparing a research proposal.
You can view the specific requirements on each course page (under the heading “Entry details”).
If you need help meeting the course entry requirements, Torrens University offers English language and pathway programs. Contact us for more details.
Prepare and submit application
If you intend to use an education agent:
Recommended for applicants who hold, or plan to apply for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).
- Apply directly through our online application system*.
- Our authorised education agents can also help you with the application process. To find a local agent, visit the international education agents page.
- After submitting your application, you will receive an acknowledgment email from our admissions team. If we need more information, we will contact you via email. Otherwise, we will send you another email when we have processed your application.
If you intend to apply without using an education agent:
- Please apply here*.
- If you need help, our recruitment team can answer any questions you have about studying at Torrens University Australia or preparing your application. Please contact us.
*No fees for direct applications to Torrens University
Scholarship application
We offer scholarships for international students looking to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study. Please refer to our
International scholarships
page for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
We offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which lets you receive credit for the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained through previous learning and work.
Prior learning we recognise includes:- Formal learning that leads to the full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification.
- Informal learning gained through work and internship experiences.
- Non-formal learning through a structured program that does not lead to an officially accredited qualification.
Credit transfer
You can apply for recognition of previous study completed at Torrens University or another institution. This recognition allows for the
transfer of credits
towards your current Torrens University course.
Certifying documents
During the application process, you will be asked to produce ‘certified documents’. These are copies of important documents that are certified as true copies of the originals by a person authorised to do so.
If you are in Australia, a Torrens University Australia or THINK staff member can certify documents on campus.
To certify your document:
1. Make a copy of the original document
2. Take the original document and your copy to an Authorised Officer who can certify documents.
Check the Department of Home Affairs website to find out which people are authorised to certify documents.
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1 Find a course
Torrens University offers courses in Business, Design and Creative Technology, Education, Hospitality, Health and Higher Degrees by Research.
If you need help choosing a course or need more information, please contact us.
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2 Check eligibility
Entry to all Torrens University courses requires academic and English language proficiency.
Certain courses may have additional requirements such as submitting a portfolio or resume, attending an interview or preparing a research proposal.
You can view the specific requirements on each course page (under the heading “Entry details”).
If you need help meeting the course entry requirements, Torrens University offers English language and pathway programs. Contact us for more details.
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3 Review application
If you intend to use an education agent:
Recommended for applicants who hold, or plan to apply for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).
- Apply directly through our online application system*.
- Our authorised education agents can also help you with the application process. To find a local agent, visit the international education agents page.
- After submitting your application, you will receive an acknowledgment email from our admissions team. If we need more information, we will contact you via email. Otherwise, we will send you another email when we have processed your application.
If you intend to apply without using an education agent:
- Please apply here*.
- If you need help, our recruitment team can answer any questions you have about studying at Torrens University Australia or preparing your application. Please contact us.
*No fees for direct applications to Torrens University -
Optional Extras
Scholarship application
We offer scholarships for international students looking to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study. Please refer to our International scholarships page for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
We offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which lets you receive credit for the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained through previous learning and work.
Prior learning we recognise includes:- Formal learning that leads to the full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification.
- Informal learning gained through work and internship experiences.
- Non-formal learning through a structured program that does not lead to an officially accredited qualification.
Credit transfer
You can apply for recognition of previous study completed at Torrens University or another institution. This recognition allows for the transfer of credits towards your current Torrens University course.
Certifying documents
During the application process, you will be asked to produce ‘certified documents’. These are copies of important documents that are certified as true copies of the originals by a person authorised to do so.
If you are in Australia, a Torrens University Australia or THINK staff member can certify documents on campus.
To certify your document:
1. Make a copy of the original document
2. Take the original document and your copy to an Authorised Officer who can certify documents.
Check the Department of Home Affairs website to find out which people are authorised to certify documents.
Apply now and get closer to a career you love
*No fees for Direct applications to Torrens University
What happens after you apply?
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours can international students work in Australia?From 1 July 2023, the number of work hours allowed during study terms and semesters will be capped at the increased amount of 48 hours per fortnight, during study terms and semesters. Find out more at Study Australia.
All people working in Australia have basic rights and protections in the workplace, including minimum pay and conditions. The Fair Work Ombudsman makes sure that these rights are protected and enforced fairly under Australia’s workplace laws. For more information, please visit Fair Work. -
What is a full-time study load?International students on a student visa must be enrolled in a full-time study load.
A full-time study load is determined by EFTSL (Equivalent Full-Time Student Load) and not hours per week. You must be studying a minimum of one EFTSL per academic year. For example; if you have 24 subjects to complete over three years, you will be required to enrol in 8 subjects per academic year x 3 = 24. Please remember your three trimesters are compulsory study periods. -
Can I study my course online?International students must study no more than one-third (33%) of their total subjects online. You must study at least one (1) face-to-face subject in each compulsory study period (unless it’s the last subject required to complete the course). For more information, please read the enrolment policy.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year.
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Can I return to my home country and continue my study from there?
If you do choose to return to your home country, we can provide you with the opportunity to continue studying online, however, your visa requirements may be compromised. Please reach out to your education or migration agent directly for more information about your visa conditions and how these may be impacted if you do return home.
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I am under 18. Are there any changes to how I apply and accept an offer?If you are under 18, have an offer to study with Torrens University Australia, and plan to travel to Australia on a student visa, you will need to have formal arrangements in place for accommodation and welfare before the Department of Home Affairs will process your visa. We are guided by requirements set out in the ESOS Framework. For more information about studying in Australia when you are under 18, visit the Department of Home Affairs or contact our International Student Advisors.
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What are the implications of online study for my international student visa?International student visa conditions state you must not enrol into more than a third or 33 percent of online subjects over your course and must study at least one subject that is face-to-face in each trimester. All face-to-face courses are also available for online mode of delivery. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided assurance that exceptions will be made to the usual face-to-face learning requirements. For further information, visit Home Affairs.
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