WHY STUDY IN AUSTRALIA?Map of Australia

Growing Destination: Australia is currently the third most popular destination for international students, behind only the US and the UK. Many international students choose to study in Australia because of the cultural diversity, friendly natives, and the high quality of education – Australia has 7 of the top 100 universities in the world. Australia has 5 of the 30 best cities in the world for students based on student mix, affordability, quality of life, and employer activity.

 

Cost of Living: Australia’s standard of living is amongst the highest in the world, while living expenses and tuition costs are considerably lower in Australia than they are in the US and UK.

Global Recognition: Schools and employers all over the world recognize degrees from Australian schools. Graduates from Australian schools are highly sought after due to the impressive international reputation of the Australian education system. Australia has produced 15 Nobel prize laureates and everyday people around the world rely on Australian discoveries and innovations – including penicillin, IVF, ultrasound, Wi-Fi, the Bionic Ear, cervical cancer vaccine, Black Box Flight Recorders; amongst others.

 

Diversity of Education: Institutions in Australia offer a wide variety of courses and degrees, so international students can easily find the school and field that are right for them. If you have specific study area of interest, there is every chance Australia has you covered, as there is at least one Australian university in the top 50 worldwide across the study of Natural Sciences & Mathematics, Life & Agricultural Sciences, Clinical Medicine & Pharmacy, and Physics. If necessary, it is easy for students to move between one qualification levels and from one institution to another.

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Technology: One of the most appealing aspects of the country for international students is the quality of scientific research. Australia is at the forefront of new technology and innovations. Students who study in Australia can take advantage of the country’s impressive technology and research resources.

 

Possibility of more Scholarships: Australia offers more scholarship opportunities to international students compared to the US and the UK. The Australian Government provides more than A$200 million each year in international scholarships, which can help to lower the cost of studying in Australia for international students.

Work Opportunities: International students are allowed to work part time (up to 20 hours per week) while they are studying in Australia. This is a great opportunity for students who want to earn money to offset their living costs, and for students who want to gain work experience in their field of interest while they study. Australia is a less populated yet vast country, which can fit in employment opportunities at a rate faster than any other part of the world.