REASONS TO STUDY IN AUSTRALIA

Thousands of International students select Australia for their further study each year. Students are attracted by the country's natural and man-made wonders, the peaceful environment, the cosmopolitan cities, multicultural communities, work & study structure, excellent training system and relatively affordable cost life style. The main reasons explained below:

• Pay Fees by Semester

In Australia, student needs to pay only 1 semester fees prior to visa application and the remaining semester fees can be paid in the beginning of each semester.

• 2 years Post Study Work Permit

After successful completion of Minimum 2 year Bachelors’ or Masters’ program, international students can apply for 2 years post study work permit visa to stay back in Australia and if the spouse has accompanied, even they can apply for extension Visa.

• 18 months temporary Residents’ Visa for Diploma Programs

If you study minimum 2 year Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree courses leading to Trade in skilled occupation demand list and obtained IELTS 6 (min:6) in general version you can apply for 18 months temporary residence visa and if the spouse has accompanied, even they can apply for extension Visa.

• PR (Permanent Resident) Opportunity.

On completion of 2 years program you will get points for your Australian education. If your skill or profession is in Skilled Shortage List for migration you will have a high chance for Permanent Residency, if you meet experience and points criteria.

• Part-time and full time Job Opportunity

In Australia, international students can work 20 hours weekly during your study and vacation can work full time. This will give you an additional source to support your studies and obtain valuable work experience with a foreign employer.

• Spouse Work Permit

If you are an international student, who choose to study Masters Programs /Masters by Research or Doctoral programs of minimum 1 year duration, your dependent can accompany you and can work full-time. If you study Certificate/Diploma/Advanced Diploma/ Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree/ Bachelors/ Graduate Diploma course of minimum 1 year. Your dependent can accompany you and can work 20 hours weekly during your studies and fulltime during vacation by obtaining student spouse visa.

• Flexible Admission requirements.

To study in Australia, there is no specific age criteria. You can enrol for any course in Australia, if you meet entry criteria irrespective of your education background. But you need to prove your intention as a genuine student; this can be explained though a statement of purpose. In the statement of purpose you should explain how your program of selection is connected to your present situation and your future career, if your details are convincing you will be offered admission.

• English Language bridging Programs

Students with Lower grade in English Language Tests can obtain most of the programs through English language Bridging program prior to Main Program. The Approximate Duration of program is explained below:

Course Name	Duration	Fees	Equivalent IELTS Point Obtained
English for Academic	10 Weeks	Colleges AUD 3000-	0.5
Purpose		3500 Uni. AUD 3500-4000
English for Academic Purpose	20 Weeks	Colleges AUD5000-6000 Uni. AUD 6000-7000	1.0

• Moderate Climate

Australia enjoy relatively warm climate throughout the year compared to Europe, New Zealand and Canada, so students from India can easily adapt to the climate and the atmosphere since it has more similarity to Indian Weather conditions.

• Australian qualifications are Internationally recognized and accepted

Australian skills training and qualifications are recognized around the world. The Australian Qualifications not only comply with national standards, but they are also meeting the requirements of international organizations like Asia-Pacific economic cooperation group, the United Nations and the European group.

• Educational facilities and teaching resources are of the highest quality

Australian universities are widely known for the quality of their teaching and research and the vocational education section is focussing on practical oriented education. The Australian authorities such as Department of education, CRICOS, AQF make sure the facility of the training provider to deliver courses they offer and also monitor the course curriculum to be updated based on the current industry requirement.

• Australia offers a Safe, stable and friendly multicultural society with highest standards of living in the world

Australia is a very safe country compared with any country in the world. Political unrest is limited in Australia, crime rates are low and strict gun control laws provide a safe environment. Australia accepts and respects all religions. Your right to practice your faith without persecution or discrimination is protected by law. Australians are open - minded, friendly people and you will be received with a warm welcome. Australia is a young, vibrant and friendly country for you to live, learn and grow. Australia has one of the highest standards of living in the world. It is home to people from over 190 countries, and at least one in five Australians was born overseas. Cultural diversity is part of its national identity and is one of Australia’s greatest strengths. You can interact with many cultural background students and can develop contacts and friends from around the world.

• You can improve your English proficiency

Australia is an English-speaking country and by living and studying in Australia you can improve your English proficiency. Many Australian institutions offer English courses with starting dates throughout the year to prepare you for further study in Australia or enhance your English language skill.

• Tuition fees and living expenses are lesser than USA

Australia offers significantly lower annual tuition fees for many popular courses at universities and institutions. Bachelor degrees can also be completed in only three years (exceptions include degrees in Engineering and medicine) compared with four years in America. This does not indicate that lower cost courses translate into lower quality outcomes.

• Education Services for overseas students (ESOS) Act 2000

In 2000, Australia introduced the ESOS Act 2000. The ESOS Act and regulations set out the legal framework governing delivery of education to overseas students studying in Australia on a student visa. The Australian Government, through the Department of education, Employment and workplace relations (DEEWR) administers the ESOS Act and its associated instruments. ESOS ensures that Australian institutions must meet requirements for registration. If an institution doesn’t meet stringent standards for marketing activities, higher education delivery, facilities and student support services, it isn't registered. This means that the non-registered institution cannot enrol international students. The ESOS legislation provides consumer protection. This means you will receive the tuition for which you have paid, and your fees is protected by law. For further information: http://www.aei.gov.au/.

• Commonwealth Register of institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)

CRICOS is a database of over 1000 registered Australian Education institutions. To be able to recruit, enrol and teach international students an Australian Education Institutions must be registered on CRICOS.As an overseas student on a student visa, you must study with an education provider and in a course that can be found on (CRICOS).

• Excellent advantage for Indian students

One excellent advantage for Indian students is the similarity between Indian and Australian education systems, which are broadly patterned on the British education system. Therefore, it is easier for admission into any level without the hassle of credential evaluation, university review of qualifications etc. Also, because of flexibility in their education system, students who have completed two years of Bachelors/Diploma could enrol directly into the 2 nd or 3 rd year of Bachelor's program in Australian institutions. Australian degrees are recognized by the Association of Indian Universities for purposes of government employment and further education in an Indian university.

• You can find ample job opportunities, due to skill shortage in Australia

Compare to India, Australia has low population, but the country is double the size. Australia is having many growing industries and number of multinational companies also represents Australia. Considering law population and the number of trained persons also seems insufficient so many employers find difficulties to fill their vacancies for an occupation, or specialized skill vacancies. So in this situation you have very good chances to get job in Australia if you are well trained and qualified.

• Visa Processing Advantage

You can apply for Australian student visa within 3 months of your course commencement. In many case you will get your visa within one month of your application, which gives enough time to plan your travel to Australia and Settle there early.

• You can pay fees in installment

You only need to pay minimum one semester fees to your educational provider prior to visa application and the rest fees you can pay semester wise or in instalments as agreed by educational provider.

• Certificate/Diploma with bachelors packaged offers

Students who intended to study University Bachelors programs, if not meeting minimum Academic requirement can obtain admission through its associate’s colleges. In this situation initially student will study diploma program in a college/ University following completion of Diploma program student will be enrolled in the degree program with credit and the duration of the program will be reduced too. In most cases students will get admission in the second year of Bachelor’s degree, eventually completing their bachelor’s degree in 3 years itself. But some cases duration will be extended to more than 6 months to the normal degree program. Students will get full offer for Diploma and degree together. The IELTS requirement and the fees also will be lower compared to the direct degree admission.Students who have lower academic and English language proficiency level can also obtain admission through this scheme.Students who intend to reduce their cost of study can obtain admission through this scheme, so students only requires to pay AUD 6000 per Semester( But in 1st semester Fees: AUD: 6000+insurance per person each year @AUD:350 for full duration+ Uni. Advance AUD.2000- 4000.) for Diploma and following Bachelors Program AUD 8000-10, 000 per Semester. Student who enrol to courses listed in skilled occupation demand list will get 18 month post course temporary residency visa and can work full time. After one year work experience they will get PR. During this time, students can pursue Bachelor Degree in Universities on part time basis in 3 years. The tuition fee also will be equivalent to that paid by an Australian resident.

• Free education for Dependent Children

Children of international students pursuing masters by coursework or research and PHD students attending one of the five universities in Western Australia- Curtin University of Technology, Edith Cowan University, Murdoch University, University of Notre Dame or the University of Western Australia – can be admitted into government schools that have spare capacity, free of charge.

• Faster Admission Process

You will get admission in Australian Colleges within 3-7 days and Universities within 7-15 days of applying in most of the cases. One excellent advantage for Indian students is the similarity between Indian and Australian education systems, which are broadly patterned on the British education system. Therefore, it is easier for admission into any level without the hassle of credential evaluation, university review of qualifications etc.

• Faster Visa Process

You can submit your visa application to Australia High Commission up to 2 weeks prior to your course commencement. Average time for Australian visa application processing is 2 weeks to 12 weeks, but in many case visas are processed in 2 weeks so students have opportunities to apply for their visa until before 2 weeks prior to their course commencement. So if you have made a late decision to study in the chosen intake, still you have chances to get your visa in time.