Australia is an internationally recognised source of high quality education as well
as research excellence. Our universities, vocational and technical education colleges
and schools are world-class. And Australia is a world leader in English language
courses for international students.
Australian Government legislation requires quality assurance agencies and codes of
conduct to be in place so that international students in Australia and their parents
enjoy a level of service and financial protection that is unrivalled.
Multicultural Australia is a safe, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious society in
which students can learn and travel in an English speaking country. Australia also
offers excellent value for money and a high standard of living.
Australian qualifications are highly-respected internationally when seeking employment or
further study at leading international universities. Australia is distinguished by
the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) which
is a national system of learning pathways recognised throughout Australia and by
other countries.
More than 280,000 international students from about 195 countries study in
Australia each year.
Yes. To be granted a student visa you must complete a visa application form,
lodge it with the required evidence, pay the application charge and satisfy the
student visa requirements. You can be granted a student visa only if you intend
to study a registered course on a full-time basis and comply with a number of
visa conditions after you have entered Australia.
An Australian Government survey showed that in terms of total costs—including
tuition fees and living expenses—Australia was consistently less expensive than
the USA and UK. Tuition fees will vary depending on the course or institution
this website provides average costs as a guide. Living costs too will vary by
location, course and lifestyle.
Yes. Scholarships available for international students however most are offered for
postgraduate study in universities. The majority of international students in
Australia are full-fee paying students and are not awarded scholarships.
Yes. International students in Australia on a student visa can apply for
permission to work up to 20 hours a week during course time and full-time
during vacation periods. For further information on working while studying
in Australia go to the Department of Immigration, Multicultural and Indigenous
Affairs website frequently asked questions page.
Students must meet minimum academic requirements and need a sufficient level
of English language proficiency for entry to Australian education and training
institutions. Institutions will assess whether you meet the selection criteria
set for your proposed course of study. They will look at the level and content
of the study you have completed in Australia or your home country.
If you do not meet the entry requirements for further study you can enrol in
secondary school in Australia. If you do not meet undergraduate course entry
requirements you may be able to enrol in Foundation Studies which prepare you
for further study in Australia and reserve a provisional place in your proposed
course. Bridging courses, such as a Master Qualifying program, are also offered.
There are also many English language courses with starting dates throughout
the year to prepare you for further study in Australia. It is recommended that
you seek advice from the institution about meeting their entry requirements
before applying for admission into your selected courses.
There are six major categories of English language courses catering for all
levels of proficiency from beginner to advanced. Full-time course duration
generally ranges from four to 48 weeks and students can enrol at any time
during the year.
On this website you can search an Australian Government register for information
on all registered institutions and courses available to international students
in Australia. We have also provided direct links to Australian universities and
many other institutions offering courses to international students. An illustrated
map of Australia will help you locate these institutions.
Australian institutions are not officially ranked. However, there are some
commercial publications available that compare achievements of universities and
institutions in meeting certain criteria such as use of technology or student
support services.
All of Australia's education and training institutions offer high quality, internationally
relevant courses because Australian Government legislation requires them to be registered
and meet quality assurance measures. Excellence in teaching, research, facilities and
support services is found across Australia's diversified education and training system.
Prospective students should focus on finding institutions that offer the course most
suited to their particular needs and aspirations.
A variety of Australian education and training programs are offered offshore. These
programs allow you to obtain Australian qualifications in your own country or to
combine study at home with study in Australia. You will need to check directly with
institutions about what courses are offered in your country.
Distance education courses are offered by Australian universities and vocational
and technical education institutions. You will need to check directly with the
institution about what courses are offered in distance mode.
Australian universities have a very important role in research and development,
accounting for about one-quarter of Australia's research and development activity
and 60 per cent of Australia's basic research effort. There are 35 special
Research Centres and Key Centres of Teaching and Research based at Australian
universities and another 74 Cooperative Research Centres.
Australia's Vocational and Technical Education (VTE) system is often referred to
as Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) in other countries. It delivers
training that is both practical and career-oriented and includes courses in
computing, business studies, marketing, tourism and hospitality. VTE is also
available in Australian schools.
Yes. All government and non-government schools accept international students and
must meet special requirements under Australian Government legislation.
Yes. Australia is an international leader in safeguards and support services
for international students.
Institutions offer access to a vast range of extra curricula activities, both on
campus and within the community. These activities include music, drama, sports
and outdoor activities. Many different social activities are also organised.
Campuses are centrally located for students to experience the sophistication
and excitement of our cities and entertainment facilities. On regional campuses
you can explore the lifestyle and experience the sense of community of our towns
and regional centres. During semester breaks you can travel further afield to
experience more of Australia's spectacular natural environment and great physical
beauty.
Australia is diverse in its geography and climate. Located in the southern hemisphere
Australia's summer starts in December and winter in June. Nearly a third of Australia
is in the tropics where the average temperatures are in the mid 20 degrees Celsius.
The southern areas are in a temperate zone.
The Australian Government has an extensive network of Education and Training
Counsellors, Australian Education Centres (AECs) and education advisers around
the world providing reliable and impartial advice on study opportunities in
Australia. The latest information on the Australian education and training
system, costs of study and living, application and enrolment procedures and the
Australian way of life is also available from reference sites set up in local
institutions and libraries around the world. You should also visit your Study
in Australia local language website for country-specific information.
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