What are the things you must bring with you to study in Australia? This is my first time, please give me some guidance.

The following will introduce you to the documents, accommodation, transportation, communications, banking, work-study and other aspects required to study in Australia.

The first is the required documents

1. Passport

2. Cash (it is recommended to bring about 5,000 Australian dollars)

3. Documents: Printed copy of Offer, COE, and visa letter (may be used when applying for admission or bank card)

Secondly, it is recommended to bring:

1. Multi-currency credit card (newly arrived) It can be used for emergency purposes and can also be used for purchasing. When you open a bank card in Australia, you will not get it on the same day. It will take about a week to get it. )

2. Graduation certificates and degree certificates. , Original and notarized copies of transcripts (used in the future when preparing to transfer to another school or enter a higher education institution); Work certificate (may be used when looking for a part-time job); Notarized copy of driver's license (if you buy a car in Australia in the future); If it is inconvenient to bring the originals, remember to save and scan them

3. Mobile phone and domestic SIM card (can be used to receive SMS verification codes, don’t forget to activate international roaming in advance. It is not recommended to sign for a mobile phone in Australia if the normal phone bill is less than 49 Australian dollars.)

4. Power strip (Australia only has three-hole sockets. Domestic two-pronged chargers can only be plugged into the power strip. The power strip can be plugged directly into the wall. A power strip with USB 5V output is recommended. )

5. A power bank of about 100wh (be careful not to put it in a suitcase for check-in, but put it in your carry-on luggage.)

6. Data cables, USB connectors, headphones, etc. ( It is more expensive to buy this accessory in Australia, so it is recommended to bring it from China, or buy it on eBay after arriving in Australia)

7. One-inch and two-inch color photos (bring more)

8. Umbrella (the weather in Australia is changeable, you may also use it when traveling)

9. Glasses, contact lenses and medicine (in Australia, glasses and dental care are very expensive, and those with bad teeth are Go home after reading it)

10. Small medicine box (with appropriate amount of cold medicine and anti-inflammatory medicine)

11. Large-capacity U disk (used to store various computer software, Movies, music and photos)

12. Clothes (you can bring more if you have enough space, it is best to bring a formal suit. Clothes are more expensive to buy in Australia, and the sizes may not be suitable.)

13. Reference books related to majors

14. Function calculator (used by students majoring in business and science and engineering. It is very expensive to buy in Australia.)

15. Sanitary napkins ( Many students report that they are not used to Australian sanitary napkins. Girls can bring some. )

16. Down quilt (compressed and vacuumed.)

17. Temporary use. Bag (can be used as soon as it arrives)

18. Appropriate amount of tissues

19. One or two pens

20. Driver’s license (can be used directly in Australia after translation) )

21. Transportation APP (such as Google Map, TripView, etc. TripView has versions in several major cities in Australia.)

Notes on studying in Australia--about accommodation

Introduction to accommodation for studying in Australia:

The main accommodation options for international students in Australia are as follows:

1. Homestay (living in the homes of local residents): due to the Western Chinese families and Chinese families have different living habits, so students who choose this kind of accommodation should respect the landlord's habits, ask everything before taking action, and try not to come home late. The biggest problem is diet, I am not used to meat food. Most Westerners don't know how to cook Chinese food. Prices vary from region to region.

2. Boarding School: The management of boarding schools is not very strict. They generally have independent bedrooms and share public facilities. They are basically close to schools or shopping malls, and the prices are relatively the most expensive. . Accommodation fees are paid by semester.

3. Sharing a house: When renting a house with classmates or friends, you should pay attention to comparisons and consider many factors, including the landlord, price, tenants’ living habits and other factors.

4. Rent a house from an agency: When renting a house from an agency, pay attention to the contract period and do not break the contract. When looking for a tenant to live with, you must know the other party and try to be a familiar friend.

If you need to buy furniture for an empty house, you can read weekend newspapers and school advertisements. Many places sell second-hand furniture on weekends every week.

No matter what kind of accommodation situation, the fee is basically calculated on a weekly basis, and a deposit of 2-4 weeks is required, and the fee is paid first every month. Be sure to remember to get receipts and contracts, and carefully understand the details. Australian schools have accommodation offices. If you encounter unfair treatment, you must protect your rights. The school will contact the community or government departments to help solve the problem. If you are moving, tell your landlord at least two weeks in advance.

Notes on studying in Australia - About transportation

Driving by yourself:

A Chinese driver’s license can be used. Once you get your driver's license, you can have it translated and notarized in China and then take it to Australia for use, or you can directly go to the local RTA (Australian Transport Agency) designated department to translate it and then drive directly. The cost is about 50 yuan. There are many factors to consider when buying a car, and it is best to have someone look at the car who understands the car. You must have basic insurance, and it is best to have some knowledge about car repairs. Repair labor is very expensive there. It would be best if you take a local driver's license, which can be used as an ID card and you don't need to carry your passport around.

Bus:

All buses or trains run according to timetables. The timetables are at the stations and are available to schools for free, and all trains and flights can be checked online. There are very few trains on weekends. When buying tickets, you can buy 10-time tickets or weekly tickets or combined tickets for more discounts. There are no discounts for international students as non-immigrants, and fare evasion is subject to fines and will be recorded on your visa record. When taking the train, please note that off-peak hours in each region vary from AM 8:00 or AM 9:00. All fares during off-peak hours are discounted by nearly 50%.

Notes on studying in Australia - About communications

The main telecommunications companies that provide mobile phone services in Australia include Telstra, Optus, 3G, and Vodafone. How to choose a mobile phone that suits you mainly depends on What companies do friends around use, because every company will launch the same company phone promotions, such as Optus calling Optus 300 free minutes per month. There are two types of phone cards: prepaid and plan.

Prepaid: It is a prepaid mobile phone card. Students who come to Australia for the first time can buy a SIM card. The card they just bought usually has a phone bill of 30 Australian dollars, and then insert the SIM card directly into the phone they brought from China. When you get a mobile phone, it takes another 5 minutes to register by phone and you can use it. Most mobile phones purchased in China can be used in Australia. Of course, if you choose to buy a mobile phone in Australia, there is only one disadvantage: there is no Chinese input and you cannot send text messages to your family. There are mobile phone stores here that can help you install a Chinese system, but they charge 50-100 Australian dollars, so it's not worth it. You can recharge to buy a phone card worth 20 yuan, 30 yuan or 50 yuan.

Plan: It means signing a contract with the phone company, making calls first, and then paying monthly. Plan has many types of packages, such as different levels of capped packages. You pay 49 Australian dollars per month and can make calls of 300 Australian dollars. Plan is more suitable for college students. For students below university level, Plan is more troublesome to apply for. Because the Plan is used first and paid later, the applicant's credit must be evaluated. Students hold temporary visas and have no fixed income. Telecom companies are generally reluctant to sign for students who have just arrived in Australia.

5 Things to note when studying in Australia - About banks

When studying in Australia, dealing with banks is definitely indispensable. Capitalist banks have the risk of failure. Although the possibility is quite small, it is safer to choose a large and reliable bank.

There are four major banks in Australia, namely ANZ, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), National Australia Bank (NAB) and Westpac. The Big Four banks are common on the streets of Australia.

By depositing money in the bank, you can easily find ATM machines or branches in various shopping malls or public places to handle matters. As for which of these four is suitable, it is actually better to choose one that is more convenient, such as one with a branch on campus, or one at your doorstep. Australian banks charge a handling fee of $2.50 for inter-bank withdrawals.

Open an account

You need to bring your passport when you go to open an account.

When you enter the bank, someone will come up to you and ask you what business you want to handle. You can say "I am a new starter in Australia, I want to open a bank account and put money in", and they will guide you to the right place. . The reason why you tell people that you are a newcomer is because the bank can introduce you more information based on your situation. Xiaoju said this when I first went there. The bank staff also enthusiastically introduced me to the interest rates and interest rates of Australian banks. Special services.

After you open an account, the bank will give you an account number. It’s very long and you don’t need to remember it. The bank will write/type it on a small card and put it in your wallet. . If you find a job in the future and your workplace pays you wages without receiving cash, it will be put on the card through your account number, and you need to give this account number to your workplace.

Online Banking

All banks in Australia have online banks. It is recommended to open one. You can check your account information or perform some transfer services at any time from your mobile phone or online. In many cases, you don’t need to go to the bank, you can do it online, which saves a lot of time.

Bank savings

Australian bank savings are generally demand deposits with relatively low interest rates. Some banks also have time deposits with higher interest rates and a term of about one year. Unless otherwise requested, it is all current. Cash deposits are also more convenient for international students.

Although there is interest, the government still has to collect taxes from it, and the tax rate is still very large. In order to avoid heavy taxes, you need to submit your tax number to the bank. It is recommended that you apply for your own tax ID number immediately after arriving in Australia. Once you get it, report the number to the bank. If heavy taxes have been deducted, you can get your money back by reporting the number.

Opening a savings account with an Australian bank requires a certain handling fee every year, but many banks offer it free of charge to international students. Just show your visa or student ID.

Notes on studying in Australia - about work-study programs

1: Working in Australia - legal provisions

In Australia, if you are in the "normal school semester" During the period, you can work no more than forty hours every two weeks, and during the "non-school period" (i.e. vacation), you can work unlimited hours. However, there are exceptions. For example, if the work is an internship stipulated in the school curriculum, then it will not be counted in the forty hours. Or if you work as a volunteer, even if you are not paid, you must apply for a work permit, and this is counted within forty hours.

2.: Working in Australia - Job Search Skills

There are actually many channels for finding a job. I will list a few main channels below, but the key is that you must be good at digging for yourself. . When looking for a job, you usually first read job advertisements in newspapers and websites. The websites are more comprehensive. Generally, international students in Australia like to look for jobs on seek.com.au and careerone.com.au.

3.: Working in Australia - Work Income

In Australia, most part-time jobs for college students are labor-based, with a monthly income between A$1,000 and A$2,000. Commonly chosen jobs include: ordering at KFC or McDonald's, delivery boy at a pizza shop (it's best to have your own car), and selling sushi at a sushi restaurant. These three jobs are easy to find and relatively easy to work. And the pay is not low, generally reaching A$1,200 to A$1,800 per month. In addition, since Australian law stipulates that leftover food sold on the same day is not allowed to be sold the next day, so in most cases you can also take some chicken legs, pizza or sushi home.

When working in Australia, we must first apply for our own tax ID number, get paid through normal activities, and try not to find low-paying jobs that directly pay cash. These jobs are not only hard work, but also important for the future. Work didn't help in the slightest. Having work experience is very helpful for you to stay in Australia and find a job after graduation. Therefore, the editor recommends that students who plan to immigrate to Australia after graduation can try to find some jobs in their free time to increase their experience. Don't just stay indoors and "study hard." ".

I hope it will be helpful to you and hope you will adopt it!