Timeline for applicants

As soon as possible

Undertake all preliminary requirements in preparation for submission of a complete application for 2008, including:

develop and discuss your Australian study plans with your employer, referees and family
prepare for and complete an English Language Proficiency test
collect all required supporting documents (eg passport, birth certificate, university transcripts, referee reports etc)
arrange certification of true copies and translation of documents into English as required
conduct research on available Australian courses, attend Australian higher education institutions' exhibitions where available and request offer of enrolment letter(s) from your preferred institution(s).

1 April 2008

2009 ALA applications opening date.

30 June 2008

Closing date for all applications including online, hard copy and supporting documentation if applicable.

October 2008

Successful applicants advised of outcome of selection process.

October - December 2008

Preparation for commencement of study in Australia, including visa application, travel and housing arrangements, family and employment arrangements.

2009 Australian academic year

Study must commence in Australia (Semester 1 intake in January 2009 and Semester 2 intake in July 2009). Awards cannot be deferred to the following year.

November 2007