Although most International students for July intake in Australia, the November intake (Semester 3 or Summer intake) is a clever option for those who wish to avoid the fierce competition for earlier intakes and enjoy a quicker start. It is offered by a few universities but the number of courses has increased considerably in the last few years. Check out the full list of the top courses you can apply for in November in Australia.
What are the benefits of taking the November intake?
It’s good to know the reasons to consider this intake before plunging into courses. November intake has less competition as compared to February and July intake, has faster visa processing, and provides time for candidates to prepare for IELTS/PTE to boost their score. It is also a good alternative for those who do not want to experience a study gap after July and have to wait for the next February intake, which would otherwise lead to a few idle months.
Importantly, the quality of education and degree recognition are the same regardless of which intake you sign up for – the intake month is never on your certificate.
The following courses are offered in November Intake:
1. Business and Management Programs
One of the most reliable areas in the November intake is business. Monash University, La Trobe and Kaplan Business School offer courses such as Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics, Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Graduate Certificate of Business. A Global MBA is particularly sought after by students looking to pursue leadership positions, as it provides excellent networking opportunities and career transition opportunities.
2. Information Technology and Computer Science
IT/Computer Science/Software Engineering programs are very common in this intake as Australia is still seeking tech talent. Courses in data science, AI and cybersecurity, which are on the Australia’s Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) are also highly accredited, as these areas offer a points-based route to Permanent Residency (PR) upon graduation, from universities such as La Trobe and Deakin.
3. Engineering
The November intake has a good representation of engineering specializations such as civil, mechanical, electrical and software engineering. The University of Southern Queensland has a Master of Engineering degree, and the University of Adelaide has a Master of Civil Engineering degree. Engineering is also an MLTSSL field and thus a good option for students who have plans to migrate.
4. Business Analytics and Data Science
With the growing emphasis on data-driven decision making, there is a growing number of Data Science and Business Analytics courses available, including for the November intake. These courses give students the ability to deal with data, learn statistics and machine learning, and interpret data, which are all desirable abilities in the finance, retail, and tech industries.
5. Nursing and Healthcare
Nursing is one of the most popular professions in Australia and some Universities offer Nursing and health related courses for November intake. The path, plus the MLTSSL status, provides good employment security and a clear pathway to skilled migration.
6. Social Work
Social Work is a PR-pathway course like nursing and engineering, which is listed in the Australian skills list. The major benefit of choosing this field in the November intake is that one will get the same migration benefits as one would get for applying in February or July, but with much lesser competition for seats.
7. Finance and Banking
Courses such as Monash University’s Master of Banking and Finance are also offered during the November intake and are excellent options for those aiming for careers in investment banking, corporate finance or financial consulting.
8. Environmental Science and Sustainability
As sustainability awareness rises worldwide, environmental management, conservation and sustainability studies courses are becoming more popular throughout the November cycle, catering to students who want to pursue a green career or climate-based research.
9. Aviation Management
The University of Southern Queensland has a niche interest with a Master of Aviation (Aviation Management) for students who have a specific interest in the field – which is a good choice for students interested in aviation career paths in airline operations, airport management, or aviation logistics.
10. Psychology
Students interested in a counseling, organizational psychology, or clinical pathway also have the opportunity to study at universities during this intake in a postgraduate psychology program like a Master of Science in Psychology degree.
The following universities that offer strong intakes for November have been identified.Here are some universities that have strong intake for November.
- Monash University – Business, Finance, Economics
- University of Adelaide – Engineering, Applied Science, Economics
- University of Southern Queensland – Engineering, Psychology, Aviation Management
- La Trobe University – IT, Data Science, Business Analytics,
- Data Science, Business Analytics at Deakin University
- Central Queensland University – Accounting, Physiotherapy, Forensics.
Please note that courses are subject to change from year to year, and there is no guarantee that courses will run until the time of the application.
Final Thoughts
While the November intake in Australia may have less options than the February intake, it is still a solid choice of courses that lead to good career paths including IT, engineering, nursing, or business – and many of these courses are also the ones that qualify for the PR pathway. For those who missed the July application window, or just want a less hectic and competitive way to get into a good Australian university, these November intake courses in Australia might be just the right move.