Australia

Australia is known globally as one of the world’s most liveable and welcoming countries. Out of Australia’s nearly 26 million population, with more than 260 languages spoken in Australian homes, Australia is one of the most diverse countries.

Australia is the biggest island in the world, the sixth biggest country in the world in land area, and the only nation to govern an entire continent. There are more than 500 national parks and more than 2,700 conservation areas, ranging from wildlife sanctuaries to Aboriginal reserves. There are also 20 UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Great Barrier Reef, Kakadu National Park, Lord Howe Island Group, Tasmanian Wilderness, Fraser Island, and the Sydney Opera House.

Many people around the world know Australia for being a gorgeous country but they also enjoy the world-class quality of living, with six of their cities in the top 40 cities in the world. Their education system is among the world's best with safe, friendly communities from coast to coast. Experience a cutting-edge Australian education and get ready for a world of learning and career opportunities in a safe, welcoming environment.

Australia is known for its diverse and welcoming people - there are so many reasons to consider studying in Australia.

1. Discover how to be an innovative, agile thinker
Australian universities, colleges, and schools are committed to equipping the students with practical skills and knowledge to help them succeed in their chosen industry. As global demand booms for entrepreneurial and innovative thinkers, Australian education providers have re-engineered their approaches to teaching and learning to inspire thought-leading creativity among students in every discipline. Australian universities, colleges, and schools teach the students practical skills and theoretical knowledge to help them succeed in a fast-changing world and remain agile in uncertain times.

2. Study at globally ranked institutions
Australia is setting international standards for excellence in education. They have six of the world’s top 100 universities. The Australian education sector comprises world-leading education institutions, premium training facilities, and outstanding lecturers and student support services. If you’re looking for unbiased proof that Australian universities truly are world-class, look at independent global rankings such as Times Higher Education, QS, and Shanghai Rankings. These organizations consistently rank Australian institutions in the world’s top 100 universities year after year.

3. Gain work experience while studying
Australian institutions provide an education designed to help  students succeed in the global workforce. An Australian qualification will make any student very attractive to potential employers in Australia, at home, and around the world.
Many Australian degrees and vocational courses include work experience programs and internships so you can gain hands-on industry experience and grow your professional network while you study. Once the student completes their degree, they may also be eligible to stay and work in Australia.
While studying, they can work up to 20 hours per week during the semester and full-time during the semester break. This can be a great way to find study-related work or simply pay for their lifestyle in Australia.

4. Access extensive student support services
Australian institutions offer a huge range of student support services to help the students settle into their new life in Australia. Education providers must comply with strict quality control and government accreditation measures so students can be assured that they will receive only the best service. In several cities and towns, there are dedicated international student support centers, each offering practical advice, and support on issues like legal rights, job skills, and opportunities to meet and socialize with other local and international students. Australia's Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS ACT) framework enforces by law the best-practice protection for the rights of international students studying in Australia.

5. Live and study in safety
Australian cities have some of the lowest crime rates in the world, and their streets and public spaces are open and safe. There are many options for accommodation: purpose-built student villages, homestays, private rentals, share-houses or boarding school accommodation to live in.

6. Feel welcome in a multicultural society
Australia is a friendly and welcoming country. Their nation values individual freedoms, and the rights of citizens and visitors are protected under a transparent legal system. When a student studies in Australia, they will join more than half a million international students from 192 countries who have been welcomed into Australian life.

7. Make the most of Australia’s great outdoors
With a unique mix of thriving cities and regional centers, vast open spaces and spectacular landscapes, it’s no wonder Australia attracts people from all over the world.
The first thing a student will notice when they land in Australia is their fresh air and blue skies. They have a long history of protecting the beauty and sustainability of their environment. The result? Clean and sustainable cities and regional centers with plenty of green spaces and relatively low air pollution.
Their diverse natural environment offers a range of experiences – students can relax on their golden beaches, venture into their national parks to see their unique plants and animals, and explore the untamed outback.

8. Enjoy a high standard of living
Australian cities are consistently ranked as some of the most liveable in the world. Their quality of education, healthcare, transport, infrastructure, and government services are rated well above international averages.
Australia is a technologically advanced country with a strong, globally competitive economy. Students enjoy all the benefits of high-quality services, transportation, and infrastructure in their towns and cities.

9. Employment opportunities
Their educational institutions make students work-ready and understand what it takes to succeed in the global workforce. An Australian qualification will make any student very attractive potential employee to employers in Australia, at home, and around the world. 

1.  They have one of the best higher education systems in the world.
Australia has one of the best higher education systems. With over 22,000 courses across 1,100 institutions, their system is ranked higher than France, Germany, Norway, and Japan.
 
An emphasis on student experience and graduate outcomes.
International students report almost 90% satisfaction scores for their living and study experience in Australia according to 2018 Department of Education International Student Survey.

2.  Seven of the best student cities in the world are in Australia.
We already knew their cities were great places to live and study but now it’s official! According to QS Best Student Cities 2019, almost all of their major cities – Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth and the Gold Coast – are in the world’s top 100 student cities.

3.  The Australian Government has invested more than A$300 million in scholarships for international students.
Australia offered over 3,000 Australia Awards scholarships and short courses to students from over 55 countries in 2019.

4.  Their universities rank in the world’s top 50 in a huge range of study areas.
Australia provides world-leading education in many study areas. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 rated their institutions highly in the following fields:
Arts & Humanities
Business & Management
Clinical, Pre-Clinical & Health
Engineering & Technology
Life Sciences
Physical Sciences
Social Sciences
 

5.  More than 2.5 million of their international alumni are making a global difference.
Over the past 50 years, 2.5 million international students have graduated from Australian educational institutions, according to the International Education Association of Australia. These graduates are now part of a global alumni network that is making an impact around the world.