Australia is a beautiful country with many different attractive opportunities for international students. Here is the list of some of the reasons why you should consider it as a study destination.

1. Globally Recognized Degrees

All the Australian educational programmes are recognized and accepted internationally by universities and companies. Therefore, each level within Australian education system (school, college, university) will be recognized all over the world.

2. Variety of Subject Areas to Study Including Unique Specialisations

Students can choose to study any subject they would like in Australia. It could be traditional courses like Business, IT and Engineering, or very specific and unique like Wildlife and Marine Biology. Moreover, the subjects from different faculties could be combined and students would gain double qualification at the end of their studies.

3. Leading Research Universities

Every year Australian government is providing more and more funding for research. Universities attract both academia professionals and students to become a part of discovering something valuable for everyone across the globe. Australian world-class research is responsible for discovering penicillin and inventing ultrasound machine.

4. High Quality Education

All programmes that are available for international students are evaluated and approved by the Australian government.

5. Practical Approach to Teaching and Industry-driven Courses

Most programmes in Australian universities are very practical. It means that university and colleges quickly adapt their course to developments within the particular industry, so the students would be ready to enter workforce right after graduation.

6. International Environment

Australia is the third study destination among international students from all over the world, being only behind the United States of America and the United Kingdom. Some of the programmes were even specifically tailored for international students.

7. Standard of Living

The standard of living is very high in Australia. And the cost of living is relatively lower than in the UK or the USA.

8. Work Opportunities for Students

Every Australian student visa allows students to work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during their study period, and full-time during holidays. This rule applies for all students who do long-term English course, VET or a university degree.

9. Scholarship Options

There are many possibilities for international students to receive funding to cover their tuition fees and living expenses. The variety of scholarships are available for international students on all levels of education starting with VAT programmes and finishing with research degrees.

10. Attractive Options for Students with Families

International students, who come to Australia for a period more than a year, are eligible to include their family members into their student visas. This rule is applicable for spouses, married/unmarried partners, and children under 18 years old.

11. Graduate Work Visa

International students who complete at least 2-year programme in Australia can apply for Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) and get work experience. This visa is granted for 18 months.