Study in Australia

Both the cultural diversity and stunning nature will give you a very unique experience while studying in Australia. The country offers unlimited opportunities to live out your dreams and wishes while still keeping you on the edge of your seat with what else it has to offer.

With a coastline just under 50,000 kilometers, overcrowding on beaches is rare. Living by the sea offers a variety of free time opportunities from water sports to adventure to simply relaxing. At the heart of Australia is the famous Outback. Though remote and vast, the Outback is also very close to urban areas. The breathtaking desert landscape and ancient rock formations are alone well worth a visit.

But the Outback is also a good place to learn more about the culture and traditions of the oldest civilization of the world- the Aborigines. Since intercultural exchange is part of daily life in Australia, international students are well supported. The Australian higher education system has a very good reputation and is of high quality.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees at 43 Universities, 5.000 to 10.000 EUR Tuition Fees per Semester, Semester Begin: February und July

Capital: Canberra
Population: Approximately 22 million.
Size: Approximately 7.6 million square meters 
Time Zone: Australia has three different time zones, the time difference between Australia and Europe can vary between +6 to +10 hours 
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUS $) Currency Calculator
Official language: English

A student visa is required for any stay longer three months. Stays over 12 months require an additional medical examination by a panel doctor of the Australian government. You can also apply for a Working Holiday Visa for your semester abroad. However, this visa has a variety of restrictions which must be followed. For further information:www.immi.gov.au/visitors/working-holiday/417. Details on the 4-month-regulation:www.immi.gov.au/visitors/working-holiday/417/obligations.htm

The ability to work while completing your studies is one of the many advantages of studying in Australia. You can work at least 40 hours every two weeks as an international student and an unlimited amount during the semester break. You only need a Tax File Number (TFN), which can be applied for online at www.ato.gov.au, to achieve this.

In Australia there are about 43 Universities out of which 2 are international universities and one is private specialty University. Governmental authorities regularly access all of these resources to assess them in order to guarantee a good level of education. Discussions and projects incorporate the participation of the students directly. And the Australian Education system follows Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), which has 10 levels and it links school, institutes, universities qualifications under one national system. And also this allows you to move from one level to another as long as you are under the required student visa.

Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are the two types of education offered in Australia. An undergraduate degree can often be earned in three years, and a postgraduate degree can be earned in one to two years. Many colleges also provide an Honors Degree, which requires a year of specialization after receiving an undergraduate degree.

After earning their undergraduate degree, students can also get a postgraduate diploma, which is equivalent to one year of a postgraduate degree. It's common for international students to spend one or two semesters studying abroad in Australia. (Program for a Semester Abroad). Australian institutions do, however, provide top-notch LL.M. degrees in a range of specialized disciplines.

Admissions are purely on the basis of a student's academics & IELTS score. While applying for admissions one has to submit the following documents :

• Marksheets & Passing certificate of Year 10 & Year 12
• IELTS Result Copy (If not given- conditional offer letter will be issued)
• Marksheets of Bachelor's degree
• Degree Certificate (Provisional degree certificate is acceptable, if original not received till date)
• Marksheets & Degree certificate for PG/Masters degree, if completed in India.
• Work Experience certificates (if applicable)
• Statement of purpose/ Recommendation letters (Depending on course)
• Application fees draft (Depending on the university)

Most university admissions in Australia are semester-based, however some are trisemester-based. The first semester runs from February to June, and the second from July to November.

Any stay longer than three months requires a student visa. A panel doctor of the Australian government is required to conduct an additional medical assessment for stays longer than 12 months. For your semester abroad, you can also apply for a working holiday visa. However, there are a number of requirements that must be met with this visa. 

For further information: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/.

Most students from Europe must have overseas health insurance as a requirement for the student visa (OSHC). However, OSHC is not necessary for students from Sweden and Norway. The majority of universities handle the insurance for their foreign students and charge 300 AUS annually in addition to tuition. It is advised to have supplemental insurance because the OSHC only pays a portion of medical expenses.

The public transportation system is well-established in cities. Due to its size, Australia frequently necessitates air travel. However, airfares are typically affordable, and airlines frequently provide various discounts or exclusive deals. Even though it takes longer and isnt very inexpensive, taking the train is still a common way to go from North to South along the scenic routes.

Bus travel is both inexpensive and a convenient way to get around. There are many businesses that provide international buses and special offers, with Greyhound being the most well-known. Please keep in mind that because the country is so large, it is always vital to provide ample time for your trips. Some students choose to purchase a used car as well.