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Due to new visa conditions, international students pursuing PHD degrees are under pressure: Explainer May 23

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It is reported that international students studying PhDs have been in a lot of trouble with the new age limit of Temporary Graduate Visa sub class 485. Many believe that they will have to leave Australia after completing their PhD. Listen to Sinhala explainer for more information.

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It is reported that international students studying PhDs have been in a lot of trouble with the new age limit of Temporary Graduate Visa sub class 485. Many believe that they will have to leave Australia after completing their PhD. Listen to Sinhala explainer for more information.

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