Study in Australia
Want to build your career in Australia? This country gives numerous opportunities for the students to go for. As one of the largest Country of the world with the population 2.57 crores people and great economic potential Australia has become an academic hub as well as a student’s attraction.
About Australia
Location and Geography:
Australia is a country as well as an island which is located in Oceania between the South Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean. It is also called the “land down under” or even the “island continent”. The name Australia is derived from the Latin word “Australis” which means “southern” and its official name is “Commonwealth of Australia”. It is the only one country that has one nation and is a 6th largest country in the world. It also includes the large island of Tasmania and many small islands.
Australia is newer than the new world. European settled first in American continents and did not discover Australia until the early 1770 and explored it even of a month later. The origin of modern Australia date only from the first British settlement in 1788.
Australia entirely lies in the Southern hemisphere and in the eastern hemisphere of the globe. The tropic of Capricorn passes through its centre. Australia’s location is 12 degree south to 38 degree south latitude and 114 degree east to 154 degree east longitude.
Australia’s fathered by Indian Ocean in the west and the southern ocean in south, pacific ocean in the east and the Great Australian Bight forms and arch along the southern coast.
State and territories:
| New South Wales | Settled on the port Jackson is the capital of Sydney |
| Northern Territory | Nest to the capital City Darwin |
| Queensland | Famous with the name Sunshine State |
| South Australia | Lies at the bottom of the central part of the country |
| Tasmania | Famous for great food and wine trails |
| Victoria | Most liveable city |
| Western Australia | Largest state located in the west part of the country |
| Australian Capital Territory | Famous for monuments, wetlands, museums and lakes |
Overview
- Extraordinary research facilities with world class infrastructure.
- Among top 100 universities Australia is on rank 6th in the world ranking
- There are 40+ top rank Universities which offer variety of courses and academic programs.
- There are facilities of internships and employment options in some the universities in Australia.
- Helps to improve communication skills
- Helps in network building.
- Famous for beautiful landscapes.
- Australia is on 7th rank in world raking of student friendly cities.
- Develops global perspective
- Helps in building cross cultural communication skills.
Average Tuition fees
Education Type
| Average Tuition
|
Secondary school | AUD $7,800 – $30,000 per year |
English language course | AUD $300 per week |
Vocational Education and Training | AUD $4,000 – $22,000 per year |
Foundation courses | AUD $15,000 – $33,000 total |
Bachelor Degree | AUD $15,000 – $33,000 per year |
Master’s Degree | AUD $14,000 – $37,000 per year
|
Doctoral Degree | AUD $14,000 – $37,000 per year |
MBA | AUD $11,000 – $121,000 per year
|
Career Prospect
In the current scenario the education based career option in Australia are:
For Arts Educational Background Students:
Professional artist. Tool.
Illustrator
Photographer
Animator
Graphic designer.
Curator
Printmaker
Art teacher
For Science BackGround Students:
Machine Learning Engineer.
Data Scientist.
Data Analyst.
Full-Stack Developer.
Blockchain Developer.
Big Data Engineer.
Database Administrator.
DevOps
For Commerce Background Students:
Chartered Accountant (CA).
Investment Banker.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Actuary.
Cost Accountant.
Company Secretary (CS).
Personal Financial Advisor.
Research Analyst.
Part time work Allowance
- Before applying for part time work candidate should check their visa status.
- Australian government has recently changed the regulation and increased the work hour for students
- Only students who are working in healthcare, disability care, aged care, agriculture and tourism can work unlimited hours during their semester.
- First of all, candidate should make a resume and prepare for interview.
- Minimum wages is set 21.38 Australian dollar per hour.
- With additional skill candidate can get 50-80 Australian dollar per hour.
- Depending of each industry maximum work hour may vary.
Work permit after study
After completion of graduation candidate post study work visa can valid to 18 months to 6 years depending on the work type.
Post study work stream | Most common visa type for the students who completed their graduation from anf reputed Australian university can apply for the visa for 6 months and stay duration is 2 to 4 years |
Graduates work stream | This is for those international students who is graduated with skill and their occupation is specified in occupation list in Australia. Stay duration is 18 months. |
Skill recognised graduate visa | Students with engineering degree in last 2 years from any reputed Australian universities. Stay duration is 18 months. |
Qualification framework to study in Australia
Levels and qualifications as per Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) | |
Level 1 | Certificate I |
Level 2 | Certificate II |
Level 3 | Certificate III |
Level 4 | Certificate IV |
Level 5 | Diploma |
Level 6 | Advanced Diploma, , Associate Degree |
Level 7 | Bachelor Degree |
Level 8 | Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma |
Level 9 | Master’s Degree |
Level 10 | Doctoral Degree |
Educational pathways for international students to study in Australia
- If the candidate can not meet academic requirements, there are some options to make ready for further study. Depending on the past studies and the last qualification candidate can enroll in secondary school or Foundation Studies.
- Foundation Studies which will give the candidate the needed skills to get entry in an undergraduate course at a university or higher education institution.
- There are Many schools, training institutions, universities and vocational education offer Foundation Studies courses.
Application requirements and datelines to study in Australia
Preparations | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
Research and shortlist courses and universities | As early as possible, preferably 10 to 11 months prior to April to June | 10 to 11 months before the start date of the semester, preferably September to October of the previous year | 10 to 11 months before the semester date, around November to December of the previous year |
Compare and apply to the universities | July to August of the previous year | November to December of the previous year | January to February of the applying year |
Appear for the standardized tests | September to October of the previous year | December to February of the applying year
| March to April of the applying year |
Start applying to colleges | October to November of the previous year | February to March of the applying year | May to June of the applying year |
Acceptance and interview process | November to December of the previous year | March to April of the applying year | July to August of the applying year |
Apply for a Student visa in Australia Education Loan | December to January of the applying year | May to July of the applying year | September to October of the applying year |
Start making travel arrangements | January to February of the applying year | June to July of the applying year | November to December of the applying year |
Top courses to study in Australia
Arts Course
Philosophy
History
Literature
Foreign Language Communications
Bachelor of Creative Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Creative and Professional Writing
Bachelor of Arts in Art History
Bachelor of Media with Bachelor of Arts
Fashion
Graphic Arts
Commerce Course
Accounting and Finance
International Business
Law
Business and Management
Business and Commerce
Marketing
Human Resource
MBA
Accounting
Science Course
Physiotherapy
Veterinary Science
Nutrition
Bachelor of Science
Nursing
Bachelors in Medicine
Engineering in Biotechnology
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Public Health
Environmental Health
Financial cost and Assistance to Study in Australia
The Australian Government and other private organisation offer such financial assistance to the students to study further.
- Scholarships to study in regional Australia: in this scheme Australian government provides fund up to $15,000 to a student to study in regional Australia.
- Short-term mobility opportunities for Australian and Asian university students: This is for Australian students as well as Asian students to support their studies.
- Australia Awards: Australia Awards Scholarships, Australia Awards, Pacific Scholarships, Short Courses, Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research awards.
- Scholarships to study a higher degree by research
- Tuition protection for students
Scholarship for Indian Students:
Australian Government Research and Training Program (AGRTP)
- Australia Awards
- Destination Australia
- Dr. Abdul Kalam International Postgraduate Scholarship
- International Postgraduate Coursework Full Tuition Scholarship
- Research School of Accounting South Asia Merit Scholarship
- Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
- Swinburne International Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship
- Griffith Remarkable Scholarship
These are some popular scholarship programs that an Indian student can apply on the basis of merit and academic excellence. Student who is applying for scholarship must be international student.
Types of Financial Aid available
Apart from the Scholarships there are some international organisations who grant financial aids to the students those are follows:
The United Nations
AMIDEAST
World Council of Churches
Soros Foundation
WHO
Living Cost
- In Australia, on campus or Off campus living cost is within everyone’s reach, depending on the area and the life style of student. For a comfortable life in Australia, AUD 30,000 to 34,000 is enough for a student.(Annual cost)
- Food and housekeeping
depend on the preferences of the candidate.
- The university will take
care of the hostel and tuition fees in advance.
- Public transportations is also available at a low cost.
Monthly cost | In INR |
Transportation pass | 11,850 |
Basic Amenities | 28,150 |
Entertainment | 16,900 |
Housing and Utilities | 26,241 |
Estimated Total Monthly Expense | 105200 |
Australian Student Visa
As compare to other countries Australian student visa is much easier to apply.
- For qualifying for visa a student must fulfil some specific requirements.
- Australian student visa is called Subclass 500.
- A student with full time study course can apply for it.
Student visa allows:
- Bring family members to Australia
- Travel to and from the country
- Work for up to 40 hours every two weeks during the course
- The duration of the visa is for five years, you can apply for an extension.
Top Universities
University of Melbourne
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
Deakin University
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
University of Sydney
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
RMIT University
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
Griffith University
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
Curtin University
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
Monash University
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
University of Queensland
1500 US$/year
- Duration 6 Years with internship
- English Medium Syllabus
- NMC/WHO Approved
