Study Options After a Working Holiday Visa in Australia
Compare courses, providers, fees and intakes with GSS Education as you plan your next stage of study.
Policy update — 2 October 2026 (checked 5 October 2026): Holders of Working Holiday (417) and Work and Holiday (462) visas cannot apply for a Student visa while in Australia. Affected applicants must apply outside Australia and be outside Australia when the visa is granted. Course enrolment does not remove these restrictions. Check the Home Affairs requirements before paying fees or arranging travel. Read our policy update.
Is your Working Holiday visa ending?
Not sure what to study?
Explore study areas that match your interests and future goals.
Need to compare providers?
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Looking for the next intake?
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How GSS Education Can Help
Tell us your study goals
We’ll understand your interests, education background and preferred study pathway.
Compare suitable courses
We’ll compare courses, providers, fees, locations and upcoming intakes that suit your needs.
Apply to your chosen provider
We’ll guide you through the course application and enrolment process.
Explore Your Study Options
Explore courses from a range of Australian education providers. We can help you compare study areas, fees, locations and upcoming intakes.
Business & Management
Build practical skills in leadership, administration, project management and business operations.
Hospitality & Cookery
Explore practical courses in hospitality operations, commercial cookery and kitchen management.
Information Technology
Compare study options in information technology, networking, cybersecurity and digital systems.
Community Services
Explore study options focused on supporting individuals, families and communities.
English Language Courses
Improve your English for further study, employment and everyday communication in Australia.
Other Vocational Courses
Discover practical training options across a range of industries and career interests.
Why Choose GSS Education?
Since 2001, GSS Education has helped students explore suitable courses and connect with Australian education providers.
Course and provider comparisons
Compare study areas, fees, locations and upcoming intakes.
Support through the enrolment process
Receive assistance from your initial enquiry through to your course application.
Generally no counselling service fee
Our standard education counselling is generally provided at no cost to students.
Long-standing education experience
Benefit from a team with extensive experience supporting international students.
Education Support, Not Visa Advice
GSS Education is an education agency and is not a registered migration agent or law practice. We provide education counselling, course comparisons and assistance with course applications and enrolments. We do not provide immigration assistance or visa advice.
Course enrolment does not guarantee eligibility for, or the grant of, any visa. If you require immigration advice, please consult a registered migration agent or an Australian legal practitioner.
Our standard education counselling is generally provided at no cost to students. GSS Education may receive a commission from an education provider when a student enrols.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can GSS help me explore study options before my Working Holiday visa ends?
Yes. GSS Education can help you compare courses, education providers, fees, locations and upcoming intakes. We provide education counselling and course enrolment support, not immigration or visa advice.
What courses can I consider after a Working Holiday visa?
Available options may include business, management, hospitality, cookery, information technology, community services, English language courses and other vocational programs. Course availability and entry requirements vary between providers.
When should I start comparing courses?
Starting early gives you more time to compare suitable courses, entry requirements, fees, locations and intake dates. Contact GSS Education as soon as you begin considering further study.
What information should I provide for a course comparison?
It is helpful to provide your education background, English level, areas of interest, preferred location, budget and intended study commencement date.
Does GSS Education charge a counselling fee?
Our standard education counselling is generally provided at no cost to students. GSS Education may receive a commission from an education provider when a student enrols.
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