About Australia
Australia is the third most popular destination for international students after USA and UK with some of the world’s best facilities and education providers, offering students a wide range of high quality study options. It enjoys an international reputation for excellence in all areas of education and training in many disciplines. Facilities for teaching, training and research are world-class in terms of state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms, outstanding libraries and accessible modern technology adopted by Australian Institutions. Australian qualifications and the skills imparted are recognized by global employers. Student interests are provided by the government through legislation called the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act. This act ensures protection of international students by regulating the educational institutions and requiring registration of institutions and courses based on quality.
The other main advantage includes paid internships while studying. Institutions deliver practical and career-oriented training so graduates can be confident they have the skills demanded by employers. It has played an important role in Australia’s economic performance, by greatly increasing the skill of workers and contributing to improved productivity.
Students are spoilt for choice with thousands of courses to choose from across 1,100 institutions all across Australia. Eight out of the 100 top universities in the world are located in Australia. Australia has safe, secure, vibrant and friendly environments to live, study and work in for international student and offers excellent value for money and a standard of living, which is among the highest in the world. Australia has been ranked as the fourth happiest country in the world and has five of the 30 best cities worldwide for students, further enhancing its popularity as a study abroad destination.
Australia is a politically stable country that welcomes international students and visitors and is beyond doubt one of the most ethnically diverse countries in the world. This country warmly embraces the wealth of cultural diversity and social sophistication that international students bring to its campuses and communities.
Living in Australia
Australia has low crime rates and strict laws providing a safe environment in which to learn and travel. With one of the highest standards of living in the world, Australia offers modern transport systems, convenient telecommunications, cosmopolitan shopping complexes and excellent health services.
Working in Australia
International students in Australia can work up to 20 hours a week, allowing them to earn money, gain useful work experience in a foreign country and meet a variety of new people. Scholarship opportunities are also available for international students.
