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Australian colleges warned not to game student visas
Original: Australian colleges warned 'do not try to game' student visas after last-minute enrolments for cancelled diploma soar ht
Australian private colleges have been warned by regulators not to try to game the student visa system after last-minute enrolments in a cancelled diploma surged. Authorities flagged the spike in applications as a potential attempt to exploit visa rules before the course's cancellation took effect, and cautioned institutions against pursuing enrolments designed primarily to secure visas. The episode highlights ongoing scrutiny of Australia's international education sector and tightening immigration enforcement.
Why now: Regulators issued a fresh warning amid a suspicious surge in enrolments that raises concerns about visa system abuse
Australian private collegesDepartment of Home Affairsinternational students
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