1 July 2025

Starting from 1 July 2025, the student visa application fee for Australia will be from AUD $2,000, unless you are eligible for an exemption.

Please note that visa processing times can vary depending on each individual case. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, you can check the processing time guide on the Australian Department of Home Affairs website. They also provide useful tips to help improve your visa processing time.

If you need any help or guidance, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to assist!

30th June 2025

HRDS would like to inform you that, following the recent expansion of the service tax scope, a 6% Service Tax will take effect from 1 July 2025 on education services provided by private educational institutions registered under the Education Act 1996. This excludes special schools and language centres. The tax applies specifically to pre-school, primary, lower secondary, upper secondary, and post-secondary education services where the total annual fees exceed RM60,000 per student. However, an exemption applies to Malaysian citizens who hold a valid Disabled Persons (OKU) card issued under the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 [Act 685].

According to the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD), as outlined in its Guideline on Education Services dated 9 June 2025, the following fees are subject to the 6% Service Tax:

a) Tuition fees

b) Registration fees

c) Admission charges

d) Co-curricular fees

e) Teaching aid/facility charges

f) Any other charges or fees related to education imposed by the institution

To support a smooth transition, the government has introduced a transitional measure stating that the Service Tax will not apply to any payments received before 1 July 2025, even if the services are delivered after that date. Therefore, any school fees paid by 30 June 2025 will not be subject to the 6% tax.

30th June 2025

Adelaide offers a range of international scholarships to support outstanding students just like you! Whether you're applying for undergraduate, postgraduate, or research programmes, there may be a scholarship to help ease your financial burden and support your academic journey.

Find out if you're eligible and take the first step towards studying at one of Australia’s leading universities.

12th May 2025

The University of Southampton are pleased to announced their postgraduate fee waiver week from 12th May until 16th May. Contact our education advisors to apply now.

8th May 2025

The university is excited to share a brand-new way for students to discover Leeds Beckett University – no matter where you are in the world! The interactive Virtual Campus Tour is now live and ready to explore.

This immersive online experience gives prospective students and families the chance to:

• Walk through the vibrant Headingley and City campuses

• Explore key facilities, including labs, libraries, and accommodation

• Learn more about student life at Leeds Beckett through rich media and interactive content

• Access helpful course and support information – all in one place

5th May 2025

The University of Reading will be hosting an Offer Holder Webinar. This event aims to share with you what it is like to be a student at the University of Reading and highlight some of the key things our students considered when choosing to study with us. We will reference some of the benefits of studying at the University and key deadlines and offer brief guidance on next steps in your applications. There will be time for questions at the end. 

Details of the event are as follows.

Date : Wednesday 7 May 2025

Time : 11:30 – 12:30 UK time

25th April 2025

Aston University is pleased to announce the Saskia Loer Hansen Scholarship for Women in Leadership, established in memory of Saskia Loer Hansen. This full scholarship (100% of tuition fees) is open to an oustanding internationational woman pursuing a Master's degree at Aston University.

This scholarship honour's Saskia's commitment to international education and leadership. Eligible students:

• Must be an international female student, holding an offer to study a Master's programme at Aston University

• Complete the web application form before 30 June 2025