Australia has the third largest number of international students in the English-speaking world behind the USA and UK. In some countries Australia is the students first choice of study destination. 

Australian qualifications and institutions are recognized globally for their high quality and excellence. Graduates from Australia are very successful in finding jobs and hold prominent positions worldwide. Additionally, they are readily accepted for postgraduate study at leading international universities. 

Multicultural Australia is a safe, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious society in which students can learn and travel in an English speaking country. 

Australia also offers excellent value for money and a standard of living which is among the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs in Australia are considerably less expensive than the UK and USA

There are many reasons why more than 150,000 students from around the world choose to study in Australia every year.

Diversity
There is a wide range of courses and disciplines offered by Australian institutions.

International recognition
Australian courses are very high quality and recognised around the world. Major employers around the world recognise Australian qualifications and employ graduates with Australian qualifications.

Competitive costs and fees
The cost of living and tuition fees compare well with other countries. A recent Australian Government study found that total costs (tuition fees and living costs) in the US and UK are more expensive compared to Australia.

Safety
This is your personal and financial safety. Australia has strict laws that ensure all courses offered to international students are of a high standard and that your tuition fees are protected.

Australia has a very low crime rate and is a safe country compared to almost all other countries in the world. 

Multiculturalism
Australia has a dynamic and harmonious multicultural society. Australians are very friendly, warm people and you will feel most welcome in Australia. With more than 150,000 international students in Australia each year, many institutions have strong international student associations. 

Support services
Australia has a long history of teaching international students and Australian institutions are sensitive to your cultural and religious needs as an international student. You will find Australian schools, colleges and universities provide support services to help you adjust to your new environment, living in Australia and successfully completing your studies.

Work while you study
Students on a student visa can work while studying in Australia. During semester, you can work up to 20 hours per week and during vacation you can work full time. Many Australian colleges and universities offer a student employment service to help you find work.