Students walk past stalls during the orientation week at The University of Sydney, in Camperdown, Australia February 15, 2023.
International students can undertake additional courses along with their core studies called the "concurrent study" rule, which is designed to help prepare them for the job market through short courses.
But the government said recent investigations have identified that many were misusing this rule to ditch their university courses and permanently switch to cheaper courses.
The government will also increase the amount of savings international students will need in order to get a student visa.
From Oct. 1, foreign students will need to show evidence of A$24,505 ($15,693) in savings, up 17% increase on current levels, to take into account higher living expenses.
Persons:
Stella Qiu, Jason Clare, Clare, Renju Jose, Michael Perry
Organizations:
The University of Sydney, REUTERS, Rights, Thomson
Locations:
Camperdown, Australia, Sydney