Australia – Destination to Quality Education
A vast island continent situated south of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, Australia lies
between the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The world's sixth-largest country, Australia measures some 4,000km east to west and 3,200km north to south. Much of the interior of the country is flat, barren and sparsely populated.
Australian States and Territories
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Victoria
Tasmania
Queensland
South Australia
Northern Territory
Western Australia
Climate
Nearly a third of Australia is in the tropics and the rest is in the temperate zone. The coldest areas
are in the south-eastern corner of the mainland and Tasmania.
Seasons in Australia
Summer December – February
Autumn March – May
Winter June – August
Spring September – November
Culture
Australian culture is vibrant, multifaceted, lively and constantly evolving. Cultural and linguistic diversity is a feature of modern Australian life and it continues to give the nation distinct social, cultural and business advantages.
Safety
Australia is a safe country to study. Crime and political unrest is limited. Australia’s emergency phone number is 000 (zero zero zero). It is a free call from every phone in Australia, including mobile phones.
Overseas Students Health Cover
Australia has a special system of health cover for international students called Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). You will need to buy OSHC before you come to Australia to cover you from when you arrive. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship requires you to maintain OSHC for the duration of your time on a student visa in Australia.
Why Study in Australia
In Australia, you have the freedom to choose a path that suits your particular goals. There are thousands of courses on offer. Australian education promotes innovative, creative and independent thinking. The Australian education system has a strong international reputation.
Australian Qualification, International Recognition
Australian universities are known for their teaching and research quality. Australia’s approach towards Vocational Education and Training sector leads the world in innovation and quality.
Quality Assurance
Australia provides international students with the most rigorous consumer protection in the world. In 2000, Australia introduced the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000. All institutions which meet registration requirements are listed on Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Consumer Protection
The ESOS legislation provides consumer protection. This means you will receive the tuition for which you have paid and your fees are protected by law.
Qualifications Recognition
When student completes Bachelor, the qualification attained by him is recognized by international employers and leading education institutions around the world. This is because all Australian education qualifications are included under one national system – Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Student support Services
Australian education institutions offer a range of facilities including;
Higher Education
Australian universities and higher education institutions offer programs leading to Bachelor Degrees and higher qualifications in a diverse range of fields. Australian universities offer programs from Architecture to Zoology.
The Bachelor Degree is the most common qualification offered in Australia. Specialized research training and professional development is also offered through Masters Degrees and Doctoral Degrees.
Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas are also available. Diplomas are becoming less common, however, the Associate Degree provides a shorter-cycle Degree program for professionals wishing to further their careers.
Vocational Education and Training
Vocational Education and Training institutions offers a wide range of disciplines, including: business and management, science and technology, design and arts, communications, sport and recreation, community service and health, tourism and hospitality, engineering and building, horticulture and land management and English.
Programs are provided by public Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institutes, private colleges and a number of schools and universities.
Entry Requirements
To be accepted to study on a student visa in Australia you will need to demonstrate a sufficient level of English language proficiency, and meet minimum academic requirements.
English Language Skills
English language skills are a requirement for receiving an Australian student visa. IELTS is one of the test accepted by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship for visa purposes.
Institutions set their own English language requirements for course entry, and the IELTS score needed for your course may be different to the score needed to secure your visa.
Education sector English Language Skills
Vocational Training and Education Min. overall band score of 5.5 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 20 weeks ELICOS
Higher Education Min. overall band score of 6.0 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS
Master’s/Doctorate Min. overall band score of 6.0 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate – To gain entry into an Australian undergraduate course you will need to have an Australia Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12), or the overseas equivalent. Some undergraduate courses may also have specific pre-requisite subjects.
Postgraduate – As well as the satisfactory completion of at least one degree at undergraduate level, your institution may take research ability or relevant work experience into consideration.
Vocational education and training – Generally there are no other entrance exams for VET institutions. However some courses may have specific pre-requisite subjects or work experience requirements.
Funds Requirements
For Higher Education Sector – You need to show 18 months of your living expenses, tuition fees and airfare.
For Vocational education and Training – You need to show 24 months of your living expenses, tuition fees and airfare.
A vast island continent situated south of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea, Australia lies
between the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The world's sixth-largest country, Australia measures some 4,000km east to west and 3,200km north to south. Much of the interior of the country is flat, barren and sparsely populated.
Australian States and Territories
Australian Capital Territory
New South Wales
Victoria
Tasmania
Queensland
South Australia
Northern Territory
Western Australia
Climate
Nearly a third of Australia is in the tropics and the rest is in the temperate zone. The coldest areas
are in the south-eastern corner of the mainland and Tasmania.
Seasons in Australia
Summer December – February
Autumn March – May
Winter June – August
Spring September – November
Culture
Australian culture is vibrant, multifaceted, lively and constantly evolving. Cultural and linguistic diversity is a feature of modern Australian life and it continues to give the nation distinct social, cultural and business advantages.
Safety
Australia is a safe country to study. Crime and political unrest is limited. Australia’s emergency phone number is 000 (zero zero zero). It is a free call from every phone in Australia, including mobile phones.
Overseas Students Health Cover
Australia has a special system of health cover for international students called Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC). You will need to buy OSHC before you come to Australia to cover you from when you arrive. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship requires you to maintain OSHC for the duration of your time on a student visa in Australia.
Why Study in Australia
In Australia, you have the freedom to choose a path that suits your particular goals. There are thousands of courses on offer. Australian education promotes innovative, creative and independent thinking. The Australian education system has a strong international reputation.
Australian Qualification, International Recognition
Australian universities are known for their teaching and research quality. Australia’s approach towards Vocational Education and Training sector leads the world in innovation and quality.
Quality Assurance
Australia provides international students with the most rigorous consumer protection in the world. In 2000, Australia introduced the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000. All institutions which meet registration requirements are listed on Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
Consumer Protection
The ESOS legislation provides consumer protection. This means you will receive the tuition for which you have paid and your fees are protected by law.
Qualifications Recognition
When student completes Bachelor, the qualification attained by him is recognized by international employers and leading education institutions around the world. This is because all Australian education qualifications are included under one national system – Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Student support Services
Australian education institutions offer a range of facilities including;
- Health and counseling
- Student accommodation
- Child Care
- Clubs and societies
- Prayer and worship rooms
- Career services
- Banking, shopping and food outlets
- Social clubs and events
- Sport and fitness facilities.
Higher Education
Australian universities and higher education institutions offer programs leading to Bachelor Degrees and higher qualifications in a diverse range of fields. Australian universities offer programs from Architecture to Zoology.
The Bachelor Degree is the most common qualification offered in Australia. Specialized research training and professional development is also offered through Masters Degrees and Doctoral Degrees.
Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas are also available. Diplomas are becoming less common, however, the Associate Degree provides a shorter-cycle Degree program for professionals wishing to further their careers.
Vocational Education and Training
Vocational Education and Training institutions offers a wide range of disciplines, including: business and management, science and technology, design and arts, communications, sport and recreation, community service and health, tourism and hospitality, engineering and building, horticulture and land management and English.
Programs are provided by public Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institutes, private colleges and a number of schools and universities.
Entry Requirements
To be accepted to study on a student visa in Australia you will need to demonstrate a sufficient level of English language proficiency, and meet minimum academic requirements.
English Language Skills
English language skills are a requirement for receiving an Australian student visa. IELTS is one of the test accepted by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship for visa purposes.
Institutions set their own English language requirements for course entry, and the IELTS score needed for your course may be different to the score needed to secure your visa.
Education sector English Language Skills
Vocational Training and Education Min. overall band score of 5.5 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 20 weeks ELICOS
Higher Education Min. overall band score of 6.0 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS
Master’s/Doctorate Min. overall band score of 6.0 IELTS or Overall band score
of 5.0 IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate – To gain entry into an Australian undergraduate course you will need to have an Australia Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12), or the overseas equivalent. Some undergraduate courses may also have specific pre-requisite subjects.
Postgraduate – As well as the satisfactory completion of at least one degree at undergraduate level, your institution may take research ability or relevant work experience into consideration.
Vocational education and training – Generally there are no other entrance exams for VET institutions. However some courses may have specific pre-requisite subjects or work experience requirements.
Funds Requirements
For Higher Education Sector – You need to show 18 months of your living expenses, tuition fees and airfare.
For Vocational education and Training – You need to show 24 months of your living expenses, tuition fees and airfare.
