Hello everyone, the Australia Study Weekly is back, this issue is written by education consultant Claudia.

This week at a glance —

––USYD 2023 Deferred Graduation — EOI Now Open

–Monash University TESOL Master’s Programme

–University of Adelaide: Online Study & Entry Update

–ANU Open Day — Don’t Miss It

–Work Rights Extension for International Graduates in Australia

–Australia Announces China Arrival Requirements

—World’s Fastest! UNSW Student Team Sets Guinness Record

The University of Sydney has opened an Expression of Interest (EOI) for deferred degree conferral for students who completed their degree in Semester 2, 2022*(*27 March 2023 is the default conferral date; the deferred date that can be applied for is 26 June 2023)。

Degree conferral is the process by which you officially receive your degree from the university. We understand that the conferral date is critically important for students seeking employment in China, as it must fall within certain specified windows.

This is an Expression of Interest (EOI) form to collect your preferred degree conferral date.Please note that this does not guarantee yourconferral date will match your stated preference. Each application will be subject to final assessment by the Graduation Office.

Deferred Degree Conferral:

For most students who completed all coursework at the end of Semester 2, 2022, the standard conferral date is 27 March 2023. The Graduation Office is offering an option to defer this date, allowing your graduation date to be deferred to 26 June 2023. If your EOI application is approved, this date will appear on your graduation certificate (academic transcript)

Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for deferred degree conferral, you must meet all of the following criteria:

You completed all coursework at the end of Semester 2, 2022, and received your Completion Letter between 14 December 2022 and 1 March 2023;

You have completed all graduation tasks in the Sydney Student system (Sydney Student > go to ‘My studies’, then
‘Assessments’ > Review and confirm your graduation details);

You understand that, if your deferred conferral application is approved, you will not be able to attend the May 2023 graduation ceremony in Sydney.

Application Deadline:

If you wish to apply for the 26 June 2023 deferred conferral date,please submit your application by 5:00 pm AEDT (3:00 pm Beijing time) on 1 March 2023.

Please consider your application carefully. We are unable to make any changes after the 1 March 2023 deadline.

If you need to makeany changes，please contact the Graduation Office

As education becomes increasingly globalised, English has become an indispensable language in the field of education. In recent years, demand for English language teachers has surged worldwide — particularly across Asia — making Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) one of the most sought-after postgraduate pathways.

Today, let’s take a closer look at the Master of TESOL offered by Monash University’s Faculty of Education.

Master of TESOL

At Monash University, you will develop a deeper understanding of English language teaching and the role of social and cultural context in language learning. You will also explore a range of pedagogical approaches for teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum planning across different settings, including cross-cultural learning and online environments.

Programme Structure:Orientation, Key Constructs in TESOL, and Professional Inquiry— three core components.

Orientation introduces you to contemporary issues in education. The TESOL component covers key themes in language education research, deepening your understanding of TESOL theories and practices. Through Professional Inquiry, you engage with professional practice to develop the practical skills needed to work in TESOL across diverse settings.

Duration: 1, 1.5 or 2 years

Campus: Clayton

English requirements: IELTS overall6.5; Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0 (minimum per band). Other recognised English test scores are also accepted.

2023 International Student On-Campus Study Arrangements.

Recently, the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) reaffirmed the requirement for international students to attend face-to-face classes,specifically that from 30 June 2023, all international students on a student visa must resume on-campus study.

The university encourages all students to return to the University of Adelaide campus,and from 1 July 2023, only students with approved exemptions will be permitted to study remotely.

A reminder to everyone — please arrange your return to Australia as soon as possible!

The Australian National University (ANU), established by the Australian Federal Government, is a world-class research university that has long attracted outstanding students from around the globe. With Australia’s borders continuing to open up and Semester 1 2023 approaching, to help more Chinese students about to begin their studies in Australia — and prospective students and parents looking to learn more about ANU —ANU’s China Centre will be hosting “Setting Sail — ANU China Open Day (Shanghai)” at the start of 2023.

Please note thatthis event is divided into two sessions. Please read the event details below carefully and register for the correct session to ensure smooth entry on the day. We also remind everyone to register only for the session(s) you need.After registration closes, staff will verify ANU IDs and other relevant information before sending confirmation emails.

Date: Saturday, 14 January 2023

Time: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm (Beijing time)

Venue: WeWork Community Atrium, Ground Floor, 696 Weihai Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai

For those unable to attend in person, please scan the QR code below to register for the live-stream on the day and tune in on time.

Session 1:

2023 New Student Pre-Departure Briefing

Whether you’re a new student starting in Semester 1 2023, or a current student preparing for your first time back on campus, join us at the ANU China Centre in Shanghai on the morning of 14 January.

If this is your first time heading to Australia, the excitement of a new university, a new environment and a new chapter in life may be mixed with a little apprehension.

ANU China Centre staff have carefully prepared a session covering three key areas: “Pre-Departure Preparation”, “What to Know Before You Arrive”, and “Arriving in Australia” — addressing exactly what you need to know.

Beyond listening and asking questions, you’ll also have the chance to meet fellow students heading the same way. 

Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Who Should Attend

• 2023 ANU new students who have received and confirmed their offer of admission

• Current ANU students who are enrolled but travelling to Australia for the first time for on-campus study

Programme Highlights

• Pre-departure preparation and key reminders

• Arriving in Australia and essential information about Canberra

• Campus life and Orientation Week activities

• Student services and career guidance

• Undergraduate and postgraduate student clubs and societies

Session 2:

ANU Information Session and On-Site Consultation

For prospective students, parents and school or university teachers interested in learning more about ANU, the ANU China Centre has set aside a dedicated session to provide a comprehensive introduction to ANU — covering general information, admission requirements and the application process. We hope to give you a clear and inspiring picture of this world-renowned university, and that ANU becomes your dream destination. 

Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Who Should Attend

• Current high school students, undergraduates, postgraduate students and parents interested in applying to ANU

• Secondary school and university teachers responsible for international exchange who are interested in establishing partnerships with ANU

Programme Highlights

• Representatives from the ANU China Centre, ANU admissions team and various faculties — both in person and online — will provide detailed information about ANU as a world-class institution, including admission requirements and the application

process, student services and graduate employment opportunities

• Open consultation sessions with ANU staff for personalised application assessments and programme advice

Since Australia’s international borders reopened in December 2021, the number of international students in Australia has grown by more than 120,000. At the same time, student visa applications — a key indicator of future international student numbers — have reached record levels this year.

Australian Minister for Education Jason Clare has announced that the Australian Government plans to extend the post-study work rights available to international students in “specified fields of study” through the Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa. This means eligible international students will have the opportunity to remain in Australia for longer than before.

Based on the latest policy information,eligible students in certain fieldswill receive updated Subclass 485 visa durations as follows:

Bachelor’s degree graduates: 4 years (previously 2 years)

Master’s degree graduates: 5 years (previously 3 years)

Doctoral degree graduates: 6 years (previously 4 years)

The specific eligibility criteria and scope are currently awaiting official announcement.

Important notice for students planning to travel to Australia!

The Australian Government has announced updated entry requirements:Travellers from the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions) must provide a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours before departure.

This requirement took effect at 12:01 am on 5 January 2023.

Below is a detailed explanation of this policy and the questions students may have when arriving in Australia.

What do you need to do?

All passengers arriving in Australia from China (including Hong Kong and Macao) must undertake a COVID-19 test within 48 hours before their scheduled departure from China (including Hong Kong or Macao).

Passengers should have evidence of their negative test result ready before boarding.

On arrival in Australia, passengers may be required to provide evidence of their negative test result again.

What type of COVID-19 test is required?

Travellers must take either a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) or a Nucleic Acid Amplification (NAA) test within 48 hours before their scheduled departure from China (including Hong Kong or Macao), and the result must be negative.

If choosing a Rapid Antigen Test, the test must be administered by, or under the supervision of, a medical practitioner.

What if your flight stops over or connects through another country?

All passengers departing from China (including Hong Kong and Macao) and ultimately arriving in Australia must present evidence of a negative COVID-19 test result. This includes indirect flights transiting through a third country — for example, flights from China via Singapore to Australia.

The testing requirement does not apply to people who travel from China (including Hong Kong or Macao) to another country and remain there for multiple days before travelling on to Australia.

Please note that the English-language test report must include the following information:

Full name and date of birth;

Test result;

Type of test;

Date of sample collection;

Date the result was authorised and the name of the authorising person;

Name and address of the testing laboratory;

Passport number.

Latest Australian Government international travel and COVID-19 advice:

https://www.health.gov.au/health-alerts/covid-19/international-travel

Testing requirements:

https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/covid-19-testing-requirements-for-travellers-from-china-hong-kong-and-macau

The Sunswift solar car racing student team at UNSW Sydney has set another Guinness World Record!

Designed and built entirely by students,the solar-powered electric vehicle Sunswift 7 completed the challenge of covering 1,000 km on a single charge within 12 hours, claiming the title of “World’s Fastest”!

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The Guinness World Record attempt took place at the Australian Automotive Research Centre.

Sunswift
7 completed 240 laps of the track — a distance greater than the drive from Sydney to Melbourne. During the attempt, the team paused every few hours to change drivers.

The final time was 11 hours, 52 minutes and 8 seconds, with an average speed of nearly 85 km/h and an energy consumption of just 3.8 kWh per 100 km.

Sunswift team captain Andrea Holden, a fourth-year mechanical engineering student at UNSW, was extremely pleased with Sunswift 7’s performance.She could not hide her delight at achieving such a significant world record together with her team.

Sunswift team director Professor Richard Hopkins brings extensive Formula 1 experience to the programme.

He previously served as Director of Operations for the Red Bull Racing team and led the team to four Formula 1 championships.

He was full of praise for the UNSW student team on their Guinness World Record achievement.

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