Australia has emerged as one of the most sought after study destinations for Pakistanis
in the past decade. With many world-class educational institutions catering educational
programmes and specializations in varying fields, over 3 Lakh overseas students pursue
higher education from Australia every year. The world-class education curriculum and
infrastructure can be established with 7 universities of Australia consistently ranking
in the world’s top 100 universities in the world.
The remarkable reputation of the Australian education system opens global career
prospects for students. The nation’s high standard of teachings, advanced facilities,
unmatched student’s exposure, and quality lifestyle make it an obvious choice for
international students.
For a very sparsely populated country with a relatively small number of universities, housing 7 out of the top 100 universities in the world is quite a feat. Australian universities regularly feature in global rankings like QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education Rankings, and the Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Study in Australia is a great choice for you—whether you want to be taught by the best or undertake your research. Over 22,000 high-quality courses and programs are offered in as much as 1,100 institutions.
Did you know that Australia has produced 15 Nobel laureates?
Degrees from Australian universities are recognized all over the world. It is not
surprising to know that there are now over 2.5 million international students worldwide
who have studied in Australia. Some of these students are among the world’s finest
minds.
Australia provides students the opportunity to work part-time while studying, which would help you offset some of your living costs. International students are allowed to work for up to 20 hours/ 40 Hours per fortnight a week during semesters and full-time during the university holidays. These jobs often have flexible working hours to avoid any clash with classes.
Australia is considered as one of the safest countries in the world with a multicultural, friendly and pleasant society. Melbourne has been named as the world’s most livable city and Sydney has been voted as the friendliest city in the world. This ranking is based on various parameters such as the mix of students based on nationalities, cultures, races, religion, and quality of life.
There are over 500 National Parks in Australia to explore and 19 UNESCO World Heritage sites to tick off your list if you do set out on such an endeavor. You can go scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef or snorkel alongside gigantic whale sharks in Ningaloo Reef. There are countless other things to see and experience.
An Australian study visa is relatively easier to get than visas for the US and the UK. On 1st July 2016, the Australian government has abridged the visa subclasses and introduced a simplified student visa framework (SSVF) to provide more efficient visa services to applicants. As per the new SSVF, all the study visas came under a single platform or a class (subclass 500).
A simple analysis and the comparison of quality against the cost for all countries that are leading education powerhouses will easily reveal that Australia is relatively one of the cheapest countries in terms of studying. The cost of living and tuition costs are significantly lower as compared to the US and the UK and the living standard is amongst the highest in the world.
Tertiary education in Australia comprises higher education (universities), and vocational education and training institutes [vocational education and training (VET) and technical and further education (TAFE) colleges]. Classes are generally conducted in large group lectures and small group tutorials.
The country has a unified system of qualifications, well-known as the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF), which is regulated by the Australian Government. It unifies and assures the quality offered at different levels of education in Australia so that students can move easily from one level of study to the next after completing their previous level, and from one institution to another, as long student visa requirements are satisfied by the student.
Following are the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) levels of qualifications
granted by Australian institutions for higher education:
VET Education or Diploma Course (Year 1- leading to Degree – Bachelors direct into 2nd
Year)
Australia offers Vocational and Technical studies known to TAFE and VET through various institutes. These institutes offer short courses, certificate courses, diplomas, and advanced diplomas. These courses are meant to provide training for students in a particular vocation or help them to get out into the workplace.
Australia has 43 universities in total, out of which, 40 universities are public, 2 are international universities and 1 is a private university. The country has some of the most prestigious and high ranking universities in the world. As per the latest QS World University Rankings, 35 Australian universities are ranked among the world’s top 500 universities’ list and 6 are ranked among the world’s top 100.
Australian National University (ANU)
University of Melbourne
University of Sydney
The University of New South Wales
University of Queensland (UQ)
Monash University
University of Western Australia (UWA)
University of Adelaide
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
The University of Wollongong
Do you have any particular area of interest to study?
There is every possibility that Australian universities have you covered.
Australian universities offer a wide range of courses and programs as per the field of
interest of the students. Whether it’s an undergraduate or postgraduate program a
student wants to enroll in, there are numerous options on one’s platter. Australia is
particularly known for Social Sciences, Management, Natural Sciences Degrees,
Mathematics, Life & Agricultural Sciences, Clinical Medicine & Pharmacy, and Physics.
Arts and Design: Literature, History, Psychology, Foreign Language Studies,
Communications, Philosophy, Public Relations
Education: Education Studies, Special Education, Accountancy Teaching
Engineering
and Technology: Chemical, Automotive, Civil, Telecommunications, Mechanical,
Aeronautical, Mining, Environmental, Electrical, Electronics, Structural, Industrial,
General Engineering, Computer, Mechatronics
Hospitality and Tourism: Hotel
Management, Commercial Cookery, Tourism Management
Mathematics and Computing:
Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Computer-Based Information System
Health Sciences: Nursing, Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Veterinary Science,
Environmental Health, Public Health, Personal and Family Health Care, Pharmacy,
Science: Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Chemistry
Visual and Performing
Arts: Art, Fashion Design, Music, Crafts, Performing Arts, Graphic Arts
Agriculture:
Agriculture Science, Forestry, Horticulture, Biotechnology
Law and Business
Administration: Economics, HR, Accounting, Commerce, Marketing, Management,
Administration
Know more about Australian Student visa information
Applications for overseas
education in Australian Universities are accepted all-round the year. Most universities
accept new students in two intakes in each academic session, which are usually in
February and July or November, with slight variations according to a university’s
academic calendar.
However, it is better to apply as early as possible because the
visa process takes up takes 1 Day -12-week turnaround time. If you wish to begin your
studies in Australia for February intake, you should aim to have your application
completed and submitted by mid-November/Late-December, depending on the institute. If
you are targeting the July intake, you should complete your application by May.
Foundation courses: Duration is 1 year and intake is in February (depends on the
university).
Vocational Education and Training courses: Duration is 6 Month-1year
and intake are in Jan, May, June, Oct, TAFE Institutions
Undergraduate courses:
Duration is 3 years (4 years for honors degree) and intake is in Feb, July, and
November, (depends on the university).
Postgraduate/Masters courses: Duration is
1-2 years and intake is in March (depends on the university) Feb, July, and November.
Doctoral degrees: Duration is 3-4 years and round the year intake as the supervisor
or the project demands.
The general criteria for applications in Australian universities are mentioned below:
All applicants are required to take a recognized English language proficiency test. IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score is generally considered by Australian Universities.
For undergraduate programs, a minimum IELTS band score of 6 with no less than 6.0 in each section is required and for post-graduate programs, a minimum IELTS band score of 6.5 with no less than 6 in each section is required.
Academic requirements:
Undergraduate study in Australia
High-school certificate or Year 12 of school education
Academic scores with a minimum 60 % or above in class XII
Mathematics in-class XII as a prerequisite (for some sciences and technology
courses)
Postgraduate study in Australia
Recognized undergraduate certificate or 15 years of education
Strong academic background
Relevant work experience (some universities require this for MBA programs)
Following is the list of documents required for applying to universities:
Undergraduate Programme:
Higher Senior Secondary and Senior Secondary school Mark sheet and Passing Certificate
Passport Copy
IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score (whichever applicable)
Statement of purpose
Portfolio of work (for courses in art, design, etc.)
The Australian Universities usually take around 2 days to 4 weeks to respond or to
process a student’s applications.
Students are advised to apply as soon as possible.
Australia is well known for its multinational and safe environment in which students have ample scope to learn, grow and travel.
Regardless of what you are studying or how long you are studying for, Australia’s laws
promote quality education and protection for international students.
Australia is one of the safest countries in the world for international students and has
a comparatively low crime rate. In most places, lanes are clean, open and well-lit at
night. The frequency of robbery and assault in Australia is relatively low, and there
are strict anti-gun and anti-drug laws. Australian Universities have a student support
cell that ensures and safeguards the interests of international students. They help and
support in resolving academic or administrative grievances, provide medical assistance
and other student welfare supports.
Language tuition
International student counselors
Visa application and processing assistance
On arrival orientation programs
Health, counseling, lodging and employment service
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