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Australian States
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
The Nation's Capital
Quick Facts
The Nation's Capital, Canberra is located in the Australian Capital Territory. Canberra is also know as the "Bush Capital". Canberra was named the third best city in the world to visit in 2018 by Lonely Planet's "Best in Travel 2018". It's a conducive place for education especially in political science, international relations, law and economics due to it's proximity to political offices and embassies.
Universities in the ACT
- Australian National University
- University of Canberra
Foundation and Pathway Providers:
- ANU College - Study Group Australia
Victoria (VIC)
The Education State
Quick Facts
Melbourne retained their position as the world's most liveable city for the past 7 years according to The Economist Intelligence Unit's (EIU) Liveability Index, receiving a perfect score for healthcare, education and infrastructure. If you love coffee, Melbourne has one of the world's best coffee culture with an abundance of highly rated cafe all over the city. The art scene in Melbourne is fantastic with many art galleries and museums. There are so many reasons to love Melbourne and Melburnians are proud of their city!
Universities in Victoria
- University of Melbourne
- Monash University
- RMIT
- La Trobe University
- Deakin University
- Swinburne University
- Le Cordon Bleu Australia (Melbourne)
- William Angliss Institute
- Victoria University
Foundation and Pathways
- Trinity College - The University of Melbourne
- Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
- Deakin College - A member of Navitas
- La Trobe Melbourne - A member of Navitas
New South Wales (NSW)
The First State
Quick Facts
Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and one of Australia's largest city. It is also known to be the financial capital of Australia. If you enjoy living in a cosmopolitan city with skyline views of skyscrapers, Sydney would be the place for you. Sydney is also home to the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. If you love the beach, Sydney has beautiful beaches like Bondi and Coogee.
Universities in New South Wales
- University of New South Wales
- University of Sydney
- Macquarie University
- University of Technology Sydney
- University of Wollongong
- University of Newcastle
- Le Cordon Bleu Australia (Sydney)
- University of Western Sydney
- Charles Sturt University
- Southern Cross Universities
Foundation and Pathway Providers
- Taylor's College Sydney - Study Group Australia
- UTS Insearch
- Newcastle Internal College - A member of Navitas
Western Australia (WA)
The Golden State
Quick Facts
The state of Western Australia (WA) is almost the size of Western Europe. Mining is a massive industry in WA. In fact, Western Australia’s minerals and petroleum industry was worth over $106 billion for 2011-12. Gold itself accounts for $9.4 billion of the industry, making it Western Australia’s second most valuable mineral. Western Australia is also home to the Argyle Mine, the world’s largest producer of diamonds. The capital city of WA is Perth and it is a popular destination for international students due to it's sunny weather. Perth is one of the most isolated city in the world, with the closest Australian city 2,200km away. In fact it is closer to Singapore than their capital, Canberra, There is no time difference between Perth and Malaysia and Singapore. Flights from Malaysia and Singapore to Perth is slightly over 4 hours, making it relatively easy to travel to and fro.
Universities in Western Australia
- University of Western Australia
- Curtin University
- Murdoch University
- Edith Cowan University
Foundation and Pathway Providers
- Taylor's College Perth - Study Group Australia
- Curtin College - A member of Navitas
- Canning College
- Edith Cowan College - A member of Navitas
- Murdoch Institute of Technology - Kaplan Higher Education
Queensland (QLD)
The Sunshine State
Quick Facts
Queensland has five of Australia's eleven World Natural Heritage areas home to one of the Wonders of the World the Great Barrier Reef. It is also popular among international students because of it's tropical climate and home to some of the world’s most stunning beaches. The capital city of Queensland is Brisbane. You can commute on the water taxi via CityCat or CityHopper and cruise through the Brisbane area to beat the traffic. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world’s oldest & largest Koala Sanctuary. Lone Pine is one of the only places in Australia where you are able to cuddle Koalas. The Gold Coast is one of Australia's premier holiday destinations. Famous for its beaches, surf, theme parks, shopping, nightlife and hinterland. Gold Coast is just 80 km away from Brisbane by car.
Universities in Queensland
- University of Queensland
- Queensland University of Technology
- Griffith University
- James Cook University
- Bond University
- University of Southern Queensland
- University of Sunshine Coast
- Central Queensland University
- Le Cordon Bleu - Brisbane
Foundation and Pathway Providers
- Griffith College - A member of Navitas
South Australia (SA)
The Festival State
Quick Facts
South Australia is often referred to as the 'Festival State' as it is home to a range of events and festivals. More festival tickets are sold in South Australia than in all other states combined. The Adelaide Fringe is the world's second-largest annual arts festival, and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, held in the South Australian capital of Adelaide.If you love going to the theatre, dancing to international music, laughing at comedy shows or enjoying the arts, you'll find plenty of events to choose from. Adelaide is also known as the ‘city of churches.’ You only need to take a look around and you’ll see a church on every corner, containing some exquisite architectural designs.
Universities in South Australia
- University of Adelaide
- University of South Australia
- Flinders University
- Le Cordon Bleu Australia (Adelaide)
Foundation and Pathway Providers
- University of Adelaide College - Kaplan Higher Education
- Eynesbury - A member of Navitas
- Flinders International Study Centre - Study Group Australia
- Le Cordon Bleu Australia (Adelaide)
Tasmania (TAS)
Your Natural State
Quick Facts
Tasmania is an island state of Australia and home to some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery and landscapes. More than 42 per cent of Tasmania is World Heritage Area, national park and marine or forest reserves. The state's capital is Hobart. If you love fresh seafood at relatively affordable prices, you will enjoy living in Tasmania. Tasmanians are big consumers of seafood, such as crayfish, orange roughy, salmon and oysters, both farmed and wild.
Universities in Tasmania
- University of Tasmania
Northern Territory
Outback Australia
Quick Facts
The Northern Territory is also home to two spectacular natural rock formations, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), which are sacred to the local Aboriginal peoples and which have become major tourist attractions. The Northern Territory’s Finke River is the oldest river system in the world, with parts possibly dating as far back as 340 million years.The capital city is Darwin. Other large towns in the Territory include Alice Springs, Katherine and Tenant Creek. Tourism is one of Darwin's largest industries.
Universities in Northern Territory
- Charles Darwin University
Sectoral & Regional Groups in Australian Higher Education
The Group of 8 (Go8)
The Group of Eight (Go8) comprises Australia’s eight leading research Universities. In world rankings, Go8 Universities are consistently the highest ranked Australian Universities.
- Australian National University (ANU)
- University of Melbourne
- Monash University
- University of Sydney (USYD)
- University of New South Wales (UNSW)
- University of Queensland (UQ)
- University of Western Australia (UWA)
- University of Adelaide
Australian Technology Network (ATN)
The Australian Technology Network brings together five of the most innovative and enterprising universities in the nation
- Curtin University
- Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
- RMIT University
- University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
- University of South Australia (UniSA)
Innovative Research Universities (IRU)
Innovative Research Universities (IRU) is a network of 7 comprehensive universities committed to inclusive excellence in teaching and research in Australia.
- Charles Darwin University
- James Cook University
- Griffith University
- La Trobe University
- Flinders University
- Murdoch University
- Western Sydney University.
Duration of Programs
The duration for most foundation programs take one year and some with accelerated programs for students with Year 12 results, i.e. A Level, but do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into the undergraduate program. The duration for a most bachelor degree is 3 years and the honours year can normally be completed in a year. Professional programs like Engineering, Allied Health Sciences programs are 4 years with direct honours.
Accommodation and Living expenses
Living expenses including accommodation a year is approximately A$20,000 a year. Big cities like Sydney and Melbourne tend to command higher rent and living expenses from A$2,50 - A$4,00 per week if you live in the city. Cities like Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth will range from A$1,80 - A$3,00 in the city. Note that this cost is just an approximate and the cost varies according to many factors like location, size etc. There are options to stay in on-campus dorms, privately owned student accommodation and off-campus housing.
Healthcare and Medical Insurance
As an international student in Australia, you are required to have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the entire duration of your study in Australia. You can either arrange for the university to purchase for the OSHC (most popular choice) on your behalf, or go directly through the provider’s website. You will need to purchase the OSHC before getting the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) to apply for the student's visa.
Working Part-Time
Many international students take on part-time employment in Australia to make some extra pocket money and it is also a good opportunity to gain work experience which Australian employers value. Most student visas allow you to work for up to 40 hours every two weeks while your course is in session, and unrestricted hours during any scheduled course break. The minimum wage in Australia is currently $15.96 before tax. Australians are generally very punctual so make sure you are punctual at school and work.
Money Matters
Most, if not all Australian universities require a certain percentage of the first year's tuition fee to be collected as deposit to confirm a place in the institution. Bank drafts and electronic funds transfer like telegraphic transfers are the most common method. Cheque and credit card is also accepted. Before or after arriving in Australia, students advised to open a bank account under a student account so that their parents can transfer money to their bank account. Australian banks like Commonwealth Bank of Australia, National Australia Bank and Wespac are popular among international students as the EFTPOS (aka ATM) are easily located in the universities.
Telecommunication
If you are a heavy internet data user outdoors, make many calls through your mobile or both, you may consider signing a postpaid account contract with a telco provider. If not, you may wish to consider a prepaid card. Universities in Australia have wifi access on campus. You may have to purchase internet date in on-campus accommodation. If you are living off-campus, you may wish to get a internet plan with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Telcos like Optus, Telstra and Vodafone have student plans.and are popular choices among international students
