Study In Australia
Studying abroad can be expensive. The studying and living abroad expenses should be calculated before moving overseas. And in this section, we cover this important aspect which will help you to work out for achieving your dream of studying abroad.
Compared to the United States and the United Kingdom and most of the foreign study destinations, the cost of education in Australia and New Zealand is much lower. As a matter of fact, Australia is known for providing high-quality education to international students at excellent value. The expensive courses available are justified because they are known to have strong laboratory or computer components.
Australia has the reputation of being a top educational hub the 3rd most popular international student destination in the world. The education system of Australia is ranked 8th in the Universitas 2019 U21 ranking of National Higher Education System, surpassing France, Germany, Norway and Japan. Apart from being a Centre stage of world cultures and scenic beauty, it also has innumerable career opportunities for you. The study programmes prepare you for the industry and perhaps this is the reason why degrees from most of the universities in Australia are highly valued by employers.
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Why Choose Australia ?
A leading global education hub, Australia is known for its high-quality academic framework and innovative policy developments. It has more than 1,100 institutions and over 22,000 courses tailored for international students. Considered as one of the best places to live in, all major cities of Australia are in the world’s top 100 student cities according to QS Best student cities 2019. This is reflected in the experiences shared by our students who term the locals as open, friendly, warm and reports almost 90% satisfaction scores for their study and living experiences. Undoubtedly, you will feel at home when studying in Australia and it will always stay on your mind as a second home, as a place you are connected.
Which course is best to study in Australia?
The advantage of studying in a high-quality education system like that of Australia is that you have myriads of programs and courses to choose from. While several of these are offered through specialist colleges and universities ranking very well in reputed university rankings, almost all the top-ranking universities offer specialized programs within themselves. This means you can choose any program which best matches your interests and capabilities and then hone them further.
You have to opt for a full-time program as part-time courses are not available for International students. Here are a few of the top generic courses and fields which are popular among most of the international students (in no particular order).
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Engineering – Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer, Automotive, Aeronautical, Mining, Industrial, General Engineering, Structural, Chemical, Telecommunications, Mechatronics, Polymer, Environmental, etc.
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Law & Administration – Economics, Management, Accounting, Administration, Marketing, Finance, HR, Commerce, etc.
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Hospitality & Tourism – Hotel Management, Tourism Management, Commercial Cookery, Culinary arts, etc.
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Mathematics & Computing – Mathematics and Statistics, Computer-based Information System, Computer Science, etc.
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Visual & Performing Arts – Fashion Design, Art, Graphic Arts, Crafts, Performing Arts, Music, etc.
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Information Technology – IT, Information Systems, Networking, Security, Software Development, etc.
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Health Sciences – Nursing, Personal and Family Health Care, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Public Health, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Environmental Health, etc.
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Agriculture – Agriculture, Forest, Horticulture Business, etc.
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Education – Education Studies, Special Education, Teaching, Early Childhood, etc.
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Communication – Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, etc.
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Science – Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, Chemistry, etc.
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Social Studies – Behavioural Studies, Sociology, Geography, Welfare and Counseling, Sport and Recreation, etc.
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Humanities – English, Psychology, History, Foreign Language Studies, Philosophy, etc.
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Which examinations/tests are required to apply and study in Australia?
To study in Australian Universities, and in most of the English-speaking countries, international students are required to crack English proficiency tests like IELTS (International English Language Testing System), PTE (Pearson Test of English), or TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Each University has a particular score band requirement for each of these tests. All the English tests assess the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills of the candidates.
There are few other examinations that the applicant might need to crack before being eligible to study in Australia (depending on the program they wish to study), GRE and GMAT being two of them.
Are scholarships available for studying in Australian Universities?
Various scholarships are offered by Universities and colleges and certain government bodies helping the meritorious ones to avail education at a lower cost. Although the amount or percentage and the eligibility differ from one scholarship to another but they are extremely helpful in taking the financial load off the students and their parents. Australia is no exception when it comes to SCHOLARSHIPS.
Universities there offer more than 400 scholarships yearly to international students, with some of them covering half the expenses, some covering only the tuition fee and multiple scholarships covering the entire studying abroad expense, including tuition, accommodation, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Similarly, there are Government-funded scholarships for international students announced from time-to-time and most of these are full scholarships. In Australia, there is the International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) scheme for postgraduate research scholars. But like everything else, these scholarships are highly competitive as a large number of students apply. There are certain scholarships that are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis and then there are others that are offered after clearing the exams. It is always advisable to contact your STUDY ABROAD CONSULTANT to know more about such scholarship opportunities and apply accordingly
Life, Transportation and other Necessities in Australia
Australia attracts millions of travelers and students every year . The welcoming nature of the host country and its people, along with the immigration-friendly policies add to its spark. People move to Australia each year to seek out the many opportunities that the country has to offer, and the Australian visa system is structured keeping this in mind. It encourages all individuals who can add value to the country by moving there.
When it comes to moving around the country or its cities people favor Public transport as in most of the cities it is very good and several of the capital cities provide fully-developed train and tram services. Several cities are also investing to upgrade their public transport systems.
People in Australia love eating out and they have their reasons. When the food culture from across the globe is available to them, eating out becomes more than just a hobby. A typical restaurant meal costs approximately $30 to $60 per head, with starters ranging from $9-$15 and main course dishes from $20-$40.
Apart from the pubs and bars, soccer clubs and bowling joints clubs are also social and entertainment options for people of all ages due to the cheap drinks and meals offered.