In recent years, more and more international students have chosen to study abroad. Australia is one of the popular country for studying abroad. Why do international students choose to study in Australia? This is mainly because Australia has many advantages. These advantages make many students want to choose to study in Australia. Next, we will provide with a detailed introduction to Australia, including the natural environment, happiness index, and education.
Australia Commonwealth (English: Commonwealth of Australia, abbreviation: AU, AUS), referred to as Australia, Australia, is the sixth largest country in the world, the largest country in Oceania. Australian territory is surrounded by the sea, surrounded by its neighbouring Southeast New Zealand, New Zealand, Indonesia, northwest, Papua New Guinea, West Papua and East Timor.
The word Australia is derived from Latin and means "Terra Australis Incognita." The geographic location in which it is located is often called the Australian continent and is the smallest continental plate on Earth. The average land area owned by Australians is one of the most extensive countries in the world, and their economic achievements are also among the highest developed countries in the world. Australia is the 13th largest economy in the world, ranking 10th in the world in per capita gross national product, and the highest in the country with 24.4 million or more people. The main economic focus is high-efficiency energy, innovative technology.
Australia has a variety of natural landscapes, including tropical rain forests, deserts not otherwise known as “red centres,” seashores that attract many tourists, and the famous natural heritage of the Great Barrier Reef and Uluq. Australia and the United States are countries with the largest number of natural world natural heritages. In 2017, the Economist ranked among the top ten cities in the world that are most suitable for human living. Three cities in Australia have entered the top ten in the world. Melbourne has been ranked as the most suitable city for human living in the world for the seventh consecutive year. The remaining two cities are respectively Adelaide and Perth. It can be seen that Melbourne has achieved excellent scores in education, health care, culture and environment, infrastructure and overall stability. The survey not only scores cities based on political and social stability, crime rates, and quality health care services, but also measures diversity and standards in cultural activities and the natural environment; education (schools and universities); and public transportation.
Australia has 43 universities and more than 230 professional technical colleges across the country. Of the 43 universities, 37 are government public universities. The education system is governed by the state government. Although there are slight differences among the administrative systems, the overall quality of education is controlled and managed by the Australian government, so schools can maintain an average but at the same time, the quality of education is higher. Australia’s academic qualifications are widely recognized by all countries in the world, including China.
Australia is a nation that is ethnically tolerant and consists of many people from different ethnic backgrounds. The "Australian International Agenda for Multiculturalism," which was enacted in 1989, is the basis for the Australian government's multiculturalism and has received support and encouragement from successive governments. The government also specified policies to ensure that diversity becomes an active force in Australian society, so that Australians continue to have common values, goals and desires to unite.
Most of Australia’s lives are light and friendly, and students who are more independent tend to like life here. They can travel freely and safely on the beach, tourist attractions and participate in a variety of cultural activities. Australian cities give people a feeling of openness. There are many open parks and green spots. Convenient transportation can also bring you into the national park on the outskirts of the city effortlessly. Australian society is stable, the nation is prosperous, all ethnic groups and ethnic groups live in peace, so Australia has always been one of the countries with the lowest crime rate and most suitable for human habitation.
Compared with many other developed countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, Australia’s living expenses are low. The annual living expenses in Australia are roughly 4 to 50,000 yuan, including accommodation, meals, daily consumption, and study supplies. International students can legally work for 20 hours a week (weekends and vacations can work all day), with an average hourly income of 10 to 15 Australian dollars, which can solve most of their own living expenses. Tuition varies greatly from school to university.
Australia’s immigration policy does not have any discrimination, regardless of race, gender, color, and religious beliefs can apply for immigration to Australia. At present, skilled immigrants are the main route for the Australian government to accept talents from overseas. Each year, there are 30,000 to 40,000 people, so that all those who can meet the requirements for Australian skilled immigrants can successfully obtain permanent visas (green cards). After obtaining a permanent residency visa and living in Australia for two years, you can become naturalized and you can obtain a visa-free Australian passport from more than 70 countries in the world (including major countries such as the United States).
Australia is both a high-income country and a high-welfare country. Australia’s social welfare system guarantees every citizen’s life peace of mind. Residents enjoy free compulsory education, child allowances, pensions, disability pensions, and unemployment benefits. For overseas students, you must take the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before you travel to Australia. Students only need to pay 544 AUD/year. OSHC insurance can help pay for public hospital fees, doctors' diagnostic fees, and physicians. Test fees (such as blood tests), X-rays, but OSHC does not include the cost of dentists, psychotherapists, and glasses.
Australia offers a wide range of learning options for international students. There are more than 1,200 institutions in Australia and there are more than 22,000 courses in total. You can accept all levels of education, from primary school, secondary vocational education and training (VET), from English language courses to higher education (including universities). You can study for a bachelor's degree, or you can use short-term studies while working or traveling locally.
No matter what course you study or how long you study, Australia will provide you with legal protection for quality education and related rights.
These laws include the Overseas Student Education Services Act of 2000 (ESOS Act) and the 2007 National Industry Code for Education and Training Institutions and Registered Examination and Approval Institutions for Overseas Students. Referred to as "2007 National Regulations." These laws have established a unified national service standard for the education and training institutions that recruit international students.
As an international student with a student visa, you must enroll in institutions and courses registered with the Australian Commonwealth Government to register overseas student institutions and course registration systems (CRICOS). CRICOS registration guarantees that the courses and institutions you are enrolled in meet the high standards expected by international students.
In addition to the ESOS Act and the 2007 National Regulations, Australia also has a supervision and quality assurance department that specializes in higher education and VET institutions. These government departments are responsible for registering/reregistration institutions and certification/recertification courses, including:
Higher Education Quality and Standards Institute for Higher Education (TEQSA)
Australian Skills and Quality Agency (ASQA) responsible for VET
Therefore, no matter which course you want to study, how long to study or where to study, Australia will bring you high quality and fruitful learning experiences.
Australian education is independently administered by the state governments. In general, Australian education consists of three levels: primary education (primary school), secondary school (junior and high school), and higher education (university and vocational college). Australian law states that compulsory education must be accepted before a certain age. This legal age varies from state to state. It is usually 15-17 years old, usually before graduating from high school. Education after statutory education is included in the Australian Career and Qualification System.
The most direct way for domestic students to go to college in Australia is to apply for high school or graduation grades.
If the score does not meet the entry requirements of the local university, the senior high school graduates may take a pre-university course and then join the first year of the university. The preparatory course is an effective way to help some students fail to advance to university. Because the course does not have public examinations, the student’s homework, tests, examinations and attendance rates are used as the scoring criteria. As long as the results meet the specified requirements You can progress to a bachelor's degree program.
In addition to the college preparatory classes, students can also choose to take professional diploma courses as a springboard for second-year college entrance. This is an advantage in the Australian school system. It can quickly reduce the time for classmates to study. If the forecast does not result in a good college entrance examination, it is recommended that you take a diploma program and then transfer to the second grade in good grades. This is a good way to save money and time. method.
English is the official language of Australia and the main language of instruction in the education system. There are also many schools offering bilingual courses or courses in other languages.
The eight most famous universities form the Group of Eight in Australia:
A summary of the eight major Australian Universities
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is located in Sydney, Australia and is a world-class comprehensive university. Since the establishment of the University of New South Wales, with the needs of society and the times, it has continuously reformed and improved itself, and it has gradually become a world-renowned university. Its Business School - Australian Business School (ASB), the world's largest business school, is also the cradle of the Australian business elite.
Advantages: Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Law, Social Sciences
The University of Sydney (USYD) is the world’s top research university located in Sydney, Australia’s largest city. It was founded in 1850 and is the first university in Oceania. The University of Sydney is one of Australia's six Sandstone Universities, and is also a member of the Group of Eight in Australia. It is an internationally renowned union of research universities, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), Asia Pacific International Trade and Education. One of the member universities of the Research Alliance (PACIBER). Alumni include three of Australia’s current six federal judges, six Australian Prime Ministers (including current Prime Minister Tony Albert), twenty-three Supreme Court Justices, President of the United Nations General Assembly, President of the World Bank, and three Nobel Prizes. The winners were two Crawford Prize winners and 100 Rhodes scholarship scholars; at the same time, the presidents of the Reserve Bank of Australia, the president of the investment bank Macquarie Bank, and other prominent political and business people all graduated from the University of Sydney.
Advantages: Medicine, Law, Education, Humanities
Monash University (MU) is located in Melbourne, Australia and is one of the largest comprehensive universities in Australia. The school has 75 independent research centers and 17 cooperative research centers, known for its outstanding innovative research capabilities. Since its establishment, Monash University has been widely recognized internationally for its excellent teaching quality and world-leading research results. It is also popular among students and employers. Its college development is also extremely rapid, with the exception of five campuses in Melbourne, South Africa, Malaysia, China and Singapore.
Advantages Major: Economics, Information Technology, Education, Art Design, Law
The Australian National University (ANU) is located in Canberra, Australia, and is the only university in Australia that was created by separate legislation of the Federal Parliament. Australia’s national teaching and research level enjoys a high reputation internationally and is known as “the first academic center in the southern hemisphere”. Three of Australia's four national research institutes are established on the campus of Australian National University. As Australia's only "national" qualified prestigious institution, it has matured into a comprehensive university integrating scientific research and teaching.
Advantages: Architecture, Education, Accounting, Medicine, Nursing, Finance
The University of Melbourne (UMEL), located in Melbourne, Australia, was founded in 1853 and is one of the oldest universities in Australia. Its college comprehensive ranking and academic reputation have long been leading Australia. The world university ranks in the top 50 in the world and has entered the top 30 for many times. Graduates of the University of Melbourne have presented many outstanding figures in Australia's political, economic and cultural fields. Their academic and scientific research achievements have also made great contributions to Australia's economic development in the Asia Pacific region.
Advantage majors: Education, Accounting, MBA, Finance, Law, Nursing
The University of Queensland (UQ) is located in Brisbane, Australia and is the first comprehensive university in Queensland. The University of Queensland enjoys an international reputation for teaching and research. The school has perfect advanced hardware facilities, diversified campuses, and convenient and convenient student services to provide students with a dynamic and international learning environment.
Advantages: Biology, medicine, built environment, education, humanities
The University of Adelaide (UA), located in Adelaide, southern Australia, was founded in 1874 and is the third university in Australian history. Adelaide University has an excellent tradition - innovation and high-quality scientific research and excellent teaching provide guarantees for students' learning. The school continues to improve itself, enhance the strength of teachers, but also create more business opportunities. In four different campuses, Adelaide University provides students with a complete, intimate learning and living environment. Advantages Major: Wine and Food, Biological Science, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Science
UWA is located in Perth, Western Australia. It was founded in 1911 and is not only one of Australia's eight prestigious schools but also Australia's finest five-star university. Emphasizing that research and education are the hallmarks of UWA, its graduates have consistently outperformed other universities in the west in obtaining full-time jobs, and they have also ranked among the highest in Australian universities. UWA attaches great importance to internationalization and diversified campus cultural life, so it is equipped with advanced teaching facilities and supporting services. Enjoy a good reputation among students. Advantages Major: Dentist, Accounting, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining, Natural Sciences
In the top 100 of the 2017 Thames Higher Education World University Global Rankings, there are 6 universities in the eight universities in Australia! Among them, the University of Melbourne ranked first with 32 members, followed by the Australian National University and the University of Sydney.
In addition to Australia’s eight major universities and colleges, Australia’s universities have other unique university alliances, the Australian Technology Network (ATN), which is one of them with science and technology, social sciences, innovation and research, and cultural creativity. The teaching achievements of the industry are renowned in Australia. In the latest QS World University Rankings released in 2017, all five ATN universities received the top 50 global rankings in the “University Ranking under 50 Years”. UTS is the highest ranked university among the five universities.
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At present, more than 230,000 students are receiving teaching from ATN schools. In the past ten years, the number of students graduating from ATN schools has grown faster than the number of other universities in Australia. ATN institutions have so far There are 430,000 graduates, accounting for 20% of the national enrollment rate.
Despite the apparent slowdown in the global economy over the past few years, 80% of students graduating from ATN University are still able to work full-time for three months after graduation, with an average annual salary of more than $50,000.
The third intercollegiate alliance, the Innovative Research Universities (IRU Australia), is organized by 6 universities and its approach to education is close to that of the science and technology alliance. However, it hosts multiple campuses in major cities and satellite towns, accounting for the national enrollment rate. 15%, the goal is to establish a shared research and application center:
After the 2003 education reforms in Australia, there are 40 colleges and universities registered in the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
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The foundation course is also known as a basic university course or a bridging course. It is a pre-university preparatory courses and it is usually one year. The preparatory courses in Australia usually consist of two parts. One is English learning and the other is professional learning. Students choose pre-professional courses that are consistent with undergraduate professional orientation in the University Foundation Year. After completion of a one-year preparatory course, the international student can decide whether to advance to the originally selected institution according to the score, or transfer to another, better university according to their grades.
High school graduation (China)
- Students in high school grades usually take a slow class (1 year - 1 year and a half). High school students usually take a fast class (within 1 year).
There is no legal minimum age requirement and there is no maximum age limit. However, if students are under the age of 18 when they begin classes in Australia, they need to be in Australia’s legal guardians before going abroad to comply with Australian law. There is no guardian need to stay in a school or government-designated homestay.
You can study in Australia as long as you have an IELTS score of 5 points. The IELTS requirements for foundation courses are based on the school, which is usually 5.5 points. For individual university preparatory courses such as the one-year preparatory course for the University of Melbourne, the IELTS score requirement for direct admission to the foundation course is 6.0. If the IELTS score is 5.0. In general, you need to add language courses from 10 weeks to 15 weeks before the foundation course.
Bachelor’s degree is generally awarded by a degree-granting institution (university, college, etc.) after a student completes a certain field or fields of a certain discipline.
In the seven Australian prestigious universities that recognize the college entrance examination results, the accreditation criteria can be divided into two types. The first type is the percentage of the college entrance examination score, and the second type is the college entrance examination score.
The college entrance examination scores are the key factors that determine whether applicants can be accepted into the eight elite universities in Australia. The IELTS or TOEFL scores determine whether applicants can directly enter the eight undergraduate courses.
Take the IELTS score as an example. If you want to directly enroll in Australia's eight prestigious business school courses, the Australian National University requires an average score of 6.5, and four singles scores must not be lower than 6.0; the University of Sydney requires an average score of 7.0. The four singles scores are not lower than 6.0, the University of Adelaide requires an average score of 6.0, a minimum listening and reading score of 5.5, and a writing and speaking score of not less than 6.0.
If the IELTS score does not meet the requirements for direct entry into undergraduate courses, you can study for the direct English courses offered by the university's Language Center prior to the undergraduate course. Successful completion of the course requires no further IELTS to enter undergraduate courses.
From the perspective of categories, undergraduate courses in Australia's eight prestigious universities can be divided into six major categories: liberal arts, business, law, science, engineering, and medicine. Australian University undergraduate majors are divided into four years, four years, five years and six years. Most undergraduate majors have a three-year program, including media, social sciences, linguistics, accounting, business management, economics, hotel management, environmental science, natural sciences, computer science, design, and nursing; four-year undergraduate majors include education, Psychology, social work, law, engineering, measurement, and pharmacy; five-year undergraduate majors include dentistry and veterinary medicine; and clinical medicine is a six-year major.
The academic fees for the eight prestigious universities in Australia are approximately AUD 25,000 to AUD 35,000 per year. There is a large difference in tuition fees between different majors in the same university. There are also large differences in tuition fees between the same majors in different universities.
Australia's master's degree programs are usually set for 1.5-2 years, and a few schools have a one-year major, and the admission requirements vary according to the school and the major. In general, students need to have a professional background in China. If the student graduates from a non-undergraduate degree, you will need to have a background in relevant work experience, or you must first join the Australian graduate school for a half-year basic course in graduate certificate.
Graduates from Australian universities usually start in February or July, and individual institutions have courses to start in November. Popular professional schooling is usually one and a half years or two years (accounting, computer, engineering, etc.), and individual majors also have one year of schooling (management, marketing, etc.)
The application period for postgraduate courses is usually 4-8 weeks. For some well-known universities, such as the University of Melbourne, the application period is longer, usually more than 12 weeks.
Normally, the senior year starts in the last semester, and there are three years and six semesters of university achievement plus the university's proof to submit the application. If the application is successful, the school will first give a condition -(conditional admission), and then need to fill in the relevant conditions (IELTS, diplomas, etc.), The school will only giving full offer then.
The visa application takes averages about 4 weeks. The application process for Australian student visas generally takes from 1 to 13 weeks. There are many procedural requirements during the process, and it is not a matter of worry after submitting a visa application. Therefore, it is recommended that all relevant materials (including school applications and visa application materials) be prepared as soon as possible so as to avoid slowing visas due to supplementary materials and delay the admission time.
Studying abroad in Australia, with its open policy for studying abroad, good employment situation for graduates, many famous schools and high education level, attracts a large number of Chinese students every year. Whether you are studying abroad or studying at home, you must consider the employment situation and even the employment prospects in the coming years when you choose a major. So which majors do you study in Australia are better employed? Which majors are more likely to immigrate?
The accounting profession is a shortage skilled occupation in Australia. In addition to the 60-point technical immigration profession, the accounting profession can also receive an additional 15 points for the skilled immigrants. Most universities in Australia offer courses in undergraduate and master's degrees in accounting. At the same time, they offer opportunities for undergraduates who do not have an accounting background to directly study Master of Accounting. In addition to well-known universities such as the University of Sydney, University of New South Wales, and University of Melbourne, there are two universities with outstanding accounting courses: Macquarie University in Sydney and Deakin University in Melbourne, where Deakin University has established the Australian Institute of Certified Public Accountants Examination Outline.
Information Technology- Australia is a country with advanced information technology. The reason why international students choose this major is because, on the one hand, the information technology industry continues to prosper, and many professional branches that have seen information technology have been included in the 60-point technical migration professional assessment points. IT includes many professional directions, such as software engineering, network engineering, information systems, and e-commerce. Not all IT majors in the school receive 60 points for immigration, depending on whether or not the specialty has been certified by the Computer Society. IT's famous universities are UTS, University of Wollongong, University of Melbourne, Monash University, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Griffith University and Curtin University.
The engineering profession has always been a career with 60 points of occupational assessment for skilled migration in Australia. The engineering profession has many directions. Among them, construction engineers, chemical engineers, power engineers, mechanical engineers, mining engineers, petroleum engineers and geological exploration engineers are still in short supply. An additional 15 points can be earned on the list of occupations. Universities with a long history of engineering and high international recognition mainly include the University of New South Wales, the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, and the University of Melbourne.
Teachers are a very respected profession in Australia. The income from teaching is stable, and the starting salary for junior teachers is generally around 40,000 Australian dollars. In the next five years, there will be an average of about 2,400 teachers' vacancies per year in government primary and secondary schools in Australia. The teacher’s occupational score is also 60 points. On the latest list of short-listed occupations, early childhood education managers are also included. If you want to become a primary and secondary school teacher in Australia and require a higher level of English, you must also complete a course that is qualified to teach. Such courses are separated from the usual pedagogic at the master's level, and different state requirements are different.
Nursing jobs in Australia are highly paid jobs. In recent years, the Australian Immigration Bureau has published the “List of Immigration Shortage Industries”, the nursing industry has always been in the list. Graduated from a domestic nursing specialty or undergraduate school, with a nurse's card and corresponding work experience. To become an Australian registered nurse, you need at least one year or more of study time to complete a bachelor's degree. At the same time, you have a higher requirement for English when you enroll. If you don't have a background, you need to start from the first year of college.
Australia is an immigrant and multicultural country. There is a great demand for translation and interpretation in economics, business, education and communication. As China’s economy continues to grow stronger, bilateral exchanges between China and Australia are developing at all levels. There are many professional spaces for translating and interpreting in Chinese. The vocational qualifications of students who are qualified for translation are 60 points, plus an additional 5 points in the second language.
To study in Australia, you need to submit an application for admission to an Australian school and apply to the Australian government for a student visa. Usually must go through the following nine steps:
Student Visa
Parents Visa
A student visa (Category 500) is a temporary visa that is set up for applicants to study full-time in an Australian-authorized educational institution, visit family members, or attend full-time training courses. Visa for full-time students and accompanying visa holders are valid during full-time study at Australian schools, but the working hours cannot exceed 20 hours per week. This is one of the terms of a student visa, ensuring that you do not delay full-time study because of overtime work and that you can successfully complete your studies.
Students applying for Australian primary and secondary student visas must meet the following age requirements:
Note: According to the Australian Immigration Bureau policy, the maximum duration of previous student visas is 5 years, but the average visa period for elementary school-age students is relatively short, with a maximum of two years.
In general, there are two major types of qualifications that need to be met: Admission to full-time educational institutions in Australia, and sufficient financial support during the stay in Australia. The basic documents required for the application are as follows:
The following conditions do not need English language requirements:
According to the regulations of the Australian government, all international students who are under 18 years of age to study in Australia must have a guardian in charge of guardianship. Therefore, Australia allows parents to attend. That is, "Parents visa" (Guardian Visa 580 class visa Visa (subclass 580).
The Australian Visa (Australian 580 Visa) costs the same as an ordinary student visa and currently costs $565. If the application is unsuccessful, this fee will not be refunded by immigration authorities.
A few weeks before your departure, you should contact the school's International Student Office to obtain information about airport pick-ups, temporary accommodation, new student introductions, and other required services.
Please confirm to bring a copy of all important documents, including your passport, visa, traveler’s cheque, airline ticket, insurance document and credit card. Copies should be placed separately in a place that is easy to find in an emergency and the original should be placed in hand luggage. Please make a copy of all important documents for safekeeping by domestic relatives and friends. Before departure you should also consider:
Keep your passport with you at all times, the school's letter of arrival or confirmation of registration, and the contact details of the school's International Student Office. If you have problems at the airport, ask the staff for help. They will be enthusiastic about solving problems for you.
When packing your luggage, you need to pay attention to what items cannot be brought into Australia. It is an offence to carry drugs such as marijuana, hashish, heroin, cocaine and amphetamines into and out of Australia. Also note that some items must be declared upon arrival. Such items include:
You should also be aware that as a routine inspection, Customs and Border Protection staff may at any time question the passengers and may arrange for police dogs to detect the presence of prohibited drugs or prohibited items. If you are not sure whether the items you bring are in violation, please report your items or consult the staff of the Customs and Border Protection Bureau. Declared items do not represent baggage will be tested.
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