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Immigration Law is widely considered to be one of the most complex areas of Australian law due to constantly changing legislation and government policy. Tackling an immigration matter is not for the inexperienced. Therefore, it’s vital to engage an expert to handle your immigration matter.

Ethos Migration Lawyers is a team of Immigration Lawyers and Registered Migration Agents. Our lawyers have completed a minimum of four years of university education to complete their Bachelor’s degrees, hold a legal practising certificate which must be renewed each year, and undergo continuing professional development.

Many of our team have also completed additional postgraduate qualifications.

As a law firm, the information you provide us and the advice we give to you is subject to legal professional privilege. This means that all information, advice, and communication is completely confidential.

Your career prospects will benefit hugely from your experience of studying, living and socialising overseas. It’s your opportunity to develop a wealth of new skills, perspectives and stronger English language skills and seek work experience from the kind of employers you’d like to work for.
A recent study conducted with more than 4,500 ex-international students explored the exact skills employers in the US value when it comes to recruiting people that have studied overseas.

The skills and qualifications employers and professional registration bodies require will vary from country to country. If, for example, you are working towards a career with strict entry requirements such as medicine, engineering, accounting or teaching, do some research with the relevant registration bodies in your home country for advice.

There are a limited number of scholarships and bursaries available for international students. The amount varies by level of study and by institution. Scholarships are competitive and you need to demonstrate exceptional academic achievements. Governments and other organizations also provide scholarships and awards to help international students study overseas. Your IDP counsellor will have details of various scholarships available for Srilankan students.

Working while you study can complement your study and living experience. If you pursue a course at degree level or above you may be permitted to work while on an international student visa. Before you undertake any paid work, ensure that your visa permits it. The opportunity for students to work part-time during their studies varies from country to country.

Many universities have a dedicated job centre on-campus for students that advertise job opportunities to help students develop various skills. The university careers service is also a useful source of information.

How long does the application process take?

We recommend you begin your application process at least a year in advance to give enough time for your applications to be processed and to prepare for your time overseas.

Bear in mind that the academic year begins at different times of year in different countries. Semester dates tend to run as follows: