The legal system in Australia can be new to many students and it is important to understand student rights and obligations, both as a student, and as a resident of Australia. The college cannot provide legal advice, but is able to assist with general information about how to find legal information or where to look for legal advice.
College’s Student Counsellor is able to assist with these matters. Student can contact various legal services available in Australia.
Students can make an appointment in person or via electronic communications with Student Counsellor to discuss how problems such as those above can affect the Student Visa and other rights and responsibilities.
Most medical clinics are not open seven days and do not have 24-hour service. In non-emergency situations, you can call Healthdirect any time for advice phone 1800 022 222.
Student’s Obligation to Maintain a Valid Visa and Health Insurance: International students must ensure that they maintain a valid visa and any health insurance (OHSC) required as a condition of their visa. Visa and health insurance renewal is the responsibility of the student.
Student can have various OSHC insurance providers; some of them shown below.
The web site below also provides comparisons between various OSHC providers.
Overseas Student Health Cover Refunds Where a student leaves Australia before the expiry date of their student visa, a partial refund may be available from the insurer. Claims must be presented to the insurer directly using the appropriate insurer forms with proof of exit from Australia. If you have taken out OSHC (health insurance) through a private provider, you will need to contact that provider directly regarding their refunds.
For more information, contact our Support Officer below:
Phone: +61 1300 186 729
Email: [email protected]
Sydney Met's campus is located on the unceded territory of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, who are the traditional owners of the land where the campus is situated. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present, and emerging. We extend that respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia and Indigenous peoples globally who are presently studying, working, or contributing to Sydney Met.