Study and Settle in Australia Applications Now Open for Refugee Students in Malaysia, Thailand, and India

Study and Settle in Australia
Applications Now Open for Refugee Students in Malaysia, Thailand, and India

Deadline: 5:00 PM AEDT, Sunday 29 December 2024

Overview
The Australian government has launched the Refugee Student Settlement Pathway (RSSP), a new pilot program for 2025. This initiative provides refugee students the opportunity to migrate to Australia and pursue tertiary education.

Skill Path Australia will manage the selection of 20 refugee students aged 18-30, residing in Malaysia, Thailand, or India. Successful applicants will gain access to undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational qualifications in fields such as:

• Nursing
• Civil Engineering
• Technology
• Business and Economics

Students will also receive settlement and integration support through local campus groups and arrive in Australia on permanent humanitarian visas, opening doors to a new life and career.

This program is a collaborative effort led by the Australian Refugee Welcome University Sponsorship Consortium (ARWUSC), chaired by the Australian National University (ANU), in partnership with Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia (CRSA). Implementation is being coordinated by Skill Path Australia, Refugee Education Australia, and other supporting organisations.

Eligibility
To apply for RSSP 2025, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be registered with UNHCR.
• Reside in Malaysia, India, or Thailand.
• Be aged 18-30.
• Have completed secondary school (Year 11 and 12) or an equivalent program.
• Not have completed a postgraduate degree (Master’s or Doctorate).
• Be proficient in English (minimum requirements depend on the course).
• Be willing to travel to Australia independently.
• Meet additional academic requirements specific to your chosen course (to be advised if shortlisted).

Priority Learning Areas
The program prioritises courses aligned with Australian industry demand and projected skills shortages, focusing on:

• Healthcare: Nurses (EN and RN pathways), Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists
• Engineering: Civil Engineers
• Technology: Software Engineers and IT professionals
• Business: Accounting, Finance, and Business-related professions
• Skilled Trades: Electricians and Plumbers

This is an exceptional opportunity to start a new chapter in Australia while building a rewarding career.

Apply Now
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this life-changing program! Submit your application by 5:00 PM AEDT, Sunday 29 December 2024.