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Australia is becoming first choice for an increasing number of international students seeking top quality education. 50% of international students from over 80 countries study downunder.

If you are not an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you can study in  Australia as an international student.

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As an international student you will be exalted by the unique learning environment Australia universities, colleges and other tertiary as well as secondary Australia education institutions offer. Thousands of international students are choosing to study in Australia, to explore new ideas in pioneering programmes that will put them at the front in the world job markets of the future.

These students are benefiting from a special learning environment, found nowhere else and our free student services.

Students and dependants can work after their course commences, for up to 20 hours per week.

During semester breaks international students are allowed to work full-time. If international students are completing a Masters degree or a Doctorate, family members also have unrestricted work rights. You must maintain 80% attendance and complete course requirements to keep holding the visa.

Only institutions meeting Australian education standards are allowed to be called universities and offer degrees. Under the Australian Qualifications Framework there are about 4000 agreements with foreign universities.

The following qualifications are available at universities and higher education providers. Tuition fees vary between AUD $9,000 and AUD $18,500 per year.

  • Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years)
  • Bachelor Degree (Honours) (4 years)
  • Graduate Certificates (6 months)
  • Graduate Diplomas (12 months)
  • Masters Degree (1-2 years)
  • Doctoral Degree (typically 3 years)

Australia's universities are to a large extent responsible for accrediting their own courses, maintaining academic standards and ensuring quality control. Commonwealth-funded universities are required to submit a quality assurance report called the Quality Assurance & Improvement Plan. The accreditation framework comprises of State & Territory governments, the Australian Universities Quality Agency & the Commonwealth government. Some of Australia's universities are major centres of research.

We can provide many free services for international students. Students receive free information on Australian education institutions.

Either select your courses and study locations or ask for more information. You will receive a list of institutes best suited for you.

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