No, you cannot convert your Australian visit visa into a student visa. You have to apply for a separate student visa for study purposes. As per a recent report, more than 7.5 million people migrate to Australia for tourism. More than 400,000 international students migrate to study in the country. However, to study in Australia, you have to apply for an Australian student visa. You can migrate to Australia for tourism purposes on a tourist or visit visa.
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What are the requirements for applying for an Australian student visa?
The following are the requirements to apply for an Australian student visa:
- Letter of offer from a recognized university
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A character requirement
- A health requirement
- Evidence of having sufficient funds
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
- Requirement for Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

What are the steps to apply for an Australian Student visa?
The following are the steps to apply for an Australian Student visa:
Step 1: Check your eligibility criteria
Step 2: Gather all the required documents
Step 3: Apply for the visa online
Step 4: Book an appointment at the nearest embassy and consulate
Step 5: Submit all the documents and biometrics
Step 6: Pay the visa fee
Step 7: Wait for visa approval
Step 8: Fly to Australia
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