Howzatt21

My partner, I and our 3 children (2 are his and 1 is mine) are considering moving to Australia. I don't think it's a simple case (if there is such a thing!), hence the request for advice. I would be 43 at the time of emigration from the UK, having a BSc in Audiology and 3 years of working in a job on the skills list. My partner will be 60, and has a BSc as a civil engineer, although hasn't worked in this profession for some time. He also had his own successful business, making bespoke kitchens, furniture and renovation of furniture, and can turn his hand to most carpentry and building work. He currently works in accounts for a company with an Australian branch. My partner and I don't currently live together, but will have been in a relationship for over 5 years at the time of the move. The children will be: 22 and will have just finished a BSc in animal studies, and may want to study a masters degree in Australia. 22 and will consider studying a degree in IT in Australia. He has cerebral palsy and has a wheelchair for long distances, but this has no affect on his academic attainment. 19 and will consider studying a degree in Australia. Any advice regarding my partner's position, due to age, and how the children's applications would work, i.e. do they apply as students, as individuals, or as part of the family? Many thanks