Why Australia ?
Australia is currently the third most popular destination for international students in the English-speaking world. Australia is a large country, with huge areas of wilderness and desert. It’s an incredibly diverse country and is a popular destination for tourists, backpackers, economic migrants and overseas students. Many international students choose to study there because of the cultural diversity, friendly natives, and high quality of education. Graduates from Australian schools are highly sought after due to the impressive international reputation of the Australian education system.
Australia has much more to offer than the usual expectations. Many international students are choosing to study in Australia because of its friendly, laid-back nature, excellent education system, and high standard of living. This system is carefully regulated by the government in order to maintain the high standards of education associated with the country.
A particular attraction of Australia for students looking to go abroad to study is its recent work permits reforms that means working in the country has become a lot easier. Australia’s education system reflects quality, excellence and innovation. Its universities offer excellent infrastructure and facilities to students, both domestic and overseas. There are a wide range of specialist institutions, and the most popular study programs include Business, Information Technology, Engineering and Hospitality.
Key features of studying in Australia
Flexibility in terms of deadlines, universities ready to accept applications and financials closer to course start dates
Lower entry requirements of universities with relatively higher international rankings
Australia’s standard of living is amongst the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs are considerably lower in Australia than they are in the United States and United Kingdom.
There is also the possibility of scholarships, which helps to lower the cost of studying for international students.
COLLEGES IN AUTRALIA
Colleges offering Bachelor’s and Master’s programs
Private Colleges in Australia
• Colleges offering ELICOS and Diploma leading to Degree programs e.g. Griffith College leading to Griffith University
• Colleges offering Bachelor's and Master's programs e.g. International College of Management, Sydney
• Some colleges are affiliated with universities (offer UG & PG programs) These colleges offer Information Technology and Business programs Colleges offering Pathway programs
• Programs are offered in almost all popular disciplines such as IT, Engineering, Health, Business, Hospitality, etc.
University in Australia
The Higher Education Sector in Australia primarily consists of Universities
• The top 8 universities in Australia are popularly known as Group of 8
• Australian Universities offer pathway programs, bachelor’s & master’s degrees and doctoral programs
• There are a total of 43 Universities in Australia Public –38 Universities Private –3 Universities (Bond, Notre Damn and Torrens) International Universities –2 (Carnegie Mellon and University College London)
Pathway Programs
• Students who are not able to meet the direct entry requirements of Australian Universities can be offered ‘Pathway Programs.’
• These programs can be offered at undergraduate level and postgraduate level.
• Pathway programs are a good opportunity to the students who fail to meet the direct entry requirements of the Australian universities.
Types of Pathway Programs:
Pathway Programs are of two types Academic Pathway Programs and English Language Programs
• English Language Programs
Offered to the students not able to meet the English language criteria
• Academic Pathway Programs
Types of Pathway Programs:
Students scoring 55% to 64% in HSC can be offered these programs
They are also called as Diploma leading to Degree programs (D to D programs)
Students usually get admission in a college where they study a Diploma Program for one year (e.g. Diploma of Business)
After successful completion of Diploma, they progress to the second year of Bachelor’s degree, eventually completing their graduation in 3/4 years.