Overseas Students
Welcome!
Eastern College Australia’s friendly, multicultural community values diversity and will make you feel welcomed. We have students from all over the world studying with us on-campus and online and we are very happy that you are looking to study with us!
Australia’s education system is highly regarded, and our certificates and degrees are trusted and internationally recognised. You will enjoy quality teaching, flexible study options, and support every step of the way.
Eastern College Australia offers a range of certificates, diplomas, undergraduate and graduate courses for overseas students. We provide teaching, training and research from a Christian worldview that contributes to the church and the flourishing of humanity through the lives of its graduates.
Feel at Home
We know that coming to Australia to study can be a big step of faith and we hope to support you on every step of this exciting journey.
Eastern College Australia is known for its Christian worldview, non-denominational, ethnically diverse student body, dedicated faculty and staff, and community activities.
You will develop academically and spiritually as well as meeting wonderful individuals from all walks of life. College activities and events include regular student meals, academic conferences, interest groups, prayer and worship, student-led events and weekly chapels. Student events vary in other delivery locations.
For full information on how we support our students see Student Support Services.
The Overseas Student Liaison Officer for Eastern is the Dean of Students, Daisy Barnard.
Get in touch via reception to speak about any matters related to Overseas Students.
Choose Your Course
Vocational education and training (VET)
VET courses are shorter courses and suitable for students who desire practical training.
Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology (at Wantirna and Launceston (Worldview))
Eastern offers a Certificate IV in Christian Ministry and Theology for students who want to deepen their Christian life and serve more effectively in their local church or para-church organisation.
Undergraduate Study
An undergraduate course is normally your first degree. Eastern offers the following Undergraduate courses for Overseas Students:
Postgraduate Study
Graduate study can be the foundation to a great career or perhaps a career change. Eastern offers the following Postgraduate courses for Overseas Students:
How to Apply
1. Choose your course
2. Create an account
Create a new account on the application site: apply.eastern.edu.au
3. Fill in the application form
When you’ve completed your information, click ‘submit’. You’ll receive a response from our Student Services team outlining next steps.
4. Student interview
Tuition Fees
Eastern College Australia is committed to making quality education with a Christian worldview as accessible as possible. Overseas student prices can be seen in the fee schedule here.
Am I eligible to study at Eastern?
If English is not your first language you are required to demonstrate sufficient ability to study an Australian Higher Education award. To assess your language capacity, Eastern requires an IELTS Academic Version Test which can be taken from most locations in the world. We also accept TOFEL and Pearson tests.
To locate an assessor near your location, visit their websites to book and sit this test. You will need to provide us with a copy of your English test, preferably with your application to study at Eastern College Australia.
If you are applying from overseas and require an English test to be completed, we cannot accept you as a student until we have this test in hand. You will not be eligible to apply for a student visa until you are accepted as a student.
Please refer to the English Language requirements of each course for the level of English Language proficiency required.
All students enrolled in the Initial Teacher Education courses (listed below) will be required to complete a Working
With Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing their professional experience. Overseas students can obtain the WWCC after arriving in Australia.
Getting ready to move to Australia
As an overseas student you will need to start planning for living and studying in Australia. This includes organising your overseas health cover, visa, accommodation, and knowing what to do when you arrive. Refer to Eastern College Australia’s Overseas Student Handbook for more details to assist with your planning.
Support and Advice
Please refer to the following resources for overseas students:
Please get in touch with our student services if you have any further questions. They can offer help and advice on studies, the enrolment process, fees, student life, student support and more.
Email our student services team for overseas student enquiries at info@eastern.edu.au
Eastern College Australia is committed to abiding by the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000, or ESOS Act. The ESOS Act establishes legislative requirements and standards for the quality assurance of education and training institutions offering courses to overseas students who are in Australia on a student visa. You can learn more here.
Get in touch
with us
Our friendly Student Services Team is ready to answer any questions you may have.
You can call us, email us, or pop in for a visit or fill in the form and we will get in touch with you.
- + 613 9790 9200
- info@eastern.edu.au
- 5 Burwood Highway, Wantirna, VIC 3152, Australia
