How to Apply
Applying to LIHE is a short process, and you will not do it alone. Below is the path from first enquiry to your first day, the documents to have ready, and the people to ask when something is unclear.
How To Apply
From Enquiry To Enrolled.
The path is short and we walk it with you. Pick the one that applies to you to see the steps in order.
For students applying from outside Australia, or on another visa.
- Entry and English requirements
Check you qualify
You will need to meet both the academic requirements for your course and LIHE's English language requirements.
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Apply online
Submit the application form with your academic transcripts, English test results and a certified copy of your passport. Our team can review your documents before you send them.
Accept your offer
Accept your Letter of Offer and settle the required payment. We then issue your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), the document your visa application is built on.
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Apply for your student visa
With your CoE and Overseas Student Health Cover in place, lodge a Student Visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs.
For onshore students applying from within Australia, Steps 1 to 3 apply.
Before you start
What to prepare
Having these ready before you open the application form is the single biggest thing you can do to speed up your offer.
Proof of who you are
A certified copy of your passport, and of your current visa if you are already in Australia.
Proof you meet the academic requirements
Academic transcripts, a statement of results, or a testamur from your previous study.
Proof of English
Your English test results, if you are applying as an international student.
Your study history in Australia
If you have studied here before, your latest transcript — it also determines whether advanced standing is available to you. Student visa holders should include a CoE and a release from their current provider.
Evidence of work experience
Where it is relevant to your application, with supporting letters naming your dates of employment.
Application Checklist
This is a summary — the full Application Checklist sets out exactly what is required.
Read the full Application Checklist
Need a hand
Questions? We're Here to Help
If anything on this page is unclear — whether your qualification counts, which English test we accept, what happens if you apply mid-year — ask us before you submit, and a person will answer.
Admissions
Your future starts here.
February, July and September intakes
You have the steps and you have the checklist. Start your application, or talk it through with us first.
