Top 10 Australian Universities of 2021

Australia is one of the top study abroad destinations for international students and there are many reasons for this.

It has some of the world’s best-ranked universities. According to the QS World University Ranking report for 2021, the country has seven universities among the 100 top-ranking universities in the world.

Australian universities are known for their high standards and quality of instruction. Their degrees are recognized all over the world.

Apart from this, the country offers a wide range of courses in a variety of subjects. The tuition fees here are affordable compared to the UK and the US.

Students in Australian universities are eligible for a post-study work permit valid for up to four years. This can act as a pathway to permanent residency in Australia.

Another advantage of studying in Australia is the low cost of living compared to other countries. Students can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) when they are studying which will help them meet part of the tuition fees. They also have access to scholarships which can lower their costs of doing a course.

Top universities in Australia in 2021

According to the QS World University Rankings, these are the top universities in Australia for 2021:

1. Australian National University (ANU)

ANU, established in 1946, has three campuses across the country and is considered one of the leading research universities in the world. Not only that, ANU graduates are extremely sought after by many employers.

55% of the students are in higher degree research or graduate courses programs. The University is consistently high amongst institutions offering arts and humanities studies as well as science courses.

2. University of Sydney

This is Australia's very first university, established in 1850. It is one of the first universities to accept only merit-based applicants. This university was ranked 1st in Australia and 4th in the world by QS Graduate Employability Rankings, so if you graduate with their credential, chances are you will be employed immediately.

The University is well known for its dedication to excellence in science and has 75 research centers, and is also highly ranked in nearly 100 academic fields.

3. University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne is the oldest university in Australia. This university has a higher education background in the arts, sciences, and various technical disciplines spanning 165 years. It has grown itself over the years as a top university for medical, engineering, life sciences, and social sciences. This university brought the Melbourne Model to Australia in 2008 with the goal of supporting and inspiring graduates to make an impact on a global scale.

4. University of South Wales (UNSW)

UNSW was incorporated in 1949 in Australia. Since then, in terms of employability in Australia, it has always produced high-quality graduates and their graduates are ranked third by QS. Not only that, as it has more than 8000 research groups, UNSW is very big in research.

It also has an excellent reputation in business and entrepreneurship, having been listed as one of the top MBA education providers based on a list published in 2014 by The Financial Times.

5. University of Queensland

Due to its strong research activities in the fields of science and technology, as well as medicine, the University of Queensland is another university that has consistently ranked high in world rankings. The University's state-of-the-art facilities such as teaching hospitals, agricultural science farms and physics test stations can be used by students and research fellows to support their study. 

6. Monash University

Monash University was founded in 1958, making it the State of Victoria's second oldest university. In all of Victoria, there are 4 local campuses, an international campus in Malaysia and centers in India, Italy, and the People's Republic of China. With over 60,000 students, Monash University, in terms of student body capacity, is the largest in Australia. It is renowned for being a member of the M8 Alliance of Academic Health Centers, Universities and National Academies, a network that acts as a base for the World Health Summit and seeks to enhance global health.

7. University of Western Australia (UWA)

The University of Western Australia is renowned for excellence in areas such as life sciences and agricultural sciences, psychology, education, earth and marine sciences. UWA has three campuses in Western Australia, a country with more than 170 languages that is culturally diverse, so international students always feel welcome.

In addition, internationally, UWA has more than 180 partners where students can participate through exchange programs.

8. University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide is one of the most research-intensive universities in the country and the world. It conducts research in various fields, including engineering and environmental sciences, physical, chemical and earth sciences, as well as mathematical knowledge and computer sciences.

9. University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Established in 1988, the university has been ranked first in Australia for four consecutive years, proving to be an advanced young university. Entering this university is highly competitive. UTS graduates are strongly sought after by many employers because, according to QS, the employability rate is the 7th highest in Australia.

10. University of Wollongong (UOW)

UOW was founded in 1975. In collaboration with its communities, UOW has taken steps to resolve the economic, social, medical and environmental issues facing society. In Australia, UOW has 9 campuses and 3 international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.