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AECC Global Melbourne vs GIEC Global Melbourne

2026 comparison · Australia

AECC Global Melbourne
📍 Melbourne, Australia
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Est. 20082 destinationsFree (counselling); fee for migration services
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GIEC Global Melbourne
📍 Melbourne, Australia
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4 offices offices1 destinationsFrom $1,500 (varies by visa)
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Which is better for your situation?

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Multiple countries
AECC Global Melbourne
2 study destinations vs 1
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At a glance

AECC Global MelbourneGIEC Global Melbourne
Overall rating——
Reviews00
LocationMelbourne, AustraliaMelbourne, Australia
Founded2008—
Team size10–20—
Fee rangeFree (counselling); fee for migration servicesFrom $1,500 (varies by visa)
Destinations2 countries1 countries

Pros & cons

AECC Global Melbourne
✓ What students love
  • ✓Global network spanning 60+ countries with offices across Asia, Africa, and Australia
  • ✓Experienced in university transfers, institution changes, and Australian student visa conditions
  • ✓IELTS-registered test preparation centre in Melbourne
  • ✓Comprehensive service covering pre-departure, enrollment, and post-arrival student support
  • ✓Multilingual team serving students from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and beyond
✗ Drawbacks
  • ✗High-volume global operation — personal attention can be diluted for individual cases
  • ✗Melbourne office is one of many — local expertise may vary
  • ✗Commission model may influence institution recommendations
GIEC Global Melbourne
✓ What students love
  • ✓Award-winning migration practice
  • ✓MARA agent and immigration lawyer under one roof
  • ✓4 offices nationally
  • ✓Strong employer-sponsored and skilled migration practice
✗ Drawbacks
  • ✗Less brand recognition than some larger group practices

Study destinations

AECC Global Melbourne — 2 destinations
AustraliaNew Zealand
GIEC Global Melbourne — 1 destination
Australia
Best fit

Who should choose which?

Choose AECC Global Melbourne if…
AECC Global Melbourne

International students in Melbourne who need support with institution changes, enrollment compliance, IELTS preparation, or post-study pathway planning from a globally-connected agency.

Choose GIEC Global Melbourne if…
GIEC Global Melbourne
  • ✓Award-winning migration practice
  • ✓MARA agent and immigration lawyer under one roof
  • ✓4 offices nationally

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