Study and Experience Australia

Study and Experience Australia

Australia is the third most popular International student's destination in the world.

We might be a small country of 24.5 million people but we’re world leaders in education. Australia is soon expected to take over the UK as the world’s second most popular study destination, just behind the US, according to the University College of London’s Centre for Global Higher Education.

Australian education institutions may be relatively young compared with universities such as the UK’s Oxford or the US’s Harvard but they are up there with the best. The University of Melbourne, Australian National University, University of Sydney, University of Queensland, University of New South Wales and Monash University were all ranked in the top 100 universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.

After your graduation, you have several options available to you, whether you stay in Australia or Head Home. You may be able to continue your studies in Australia University to pursue a higher level qualification or another field of study, you may be eligible to undertake post-study work at least for 2 years to put your newly gained knowledge to use and gain work experience in Australia, or you may choose to go home to undertake further study or work there.

No matter what type of study you are doing in Australia, whether you are here for a few months or a few years, some research and planning will help you have a safe and rewarding study experience.

Important Considerations and Planning Include

Planning Your Departure:

• Passport and Visa 
• Student Enrolment and Orientation Documents
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) 
• Travel Insurance
• Airfares
• Contact Details
• Australian Currency
• Transport from the Airport
• Accommodation Details

Arriving in Australia

When you arrive at an Australian airport, you will first need to go through immigration and customs clearance. If you need help finding your way around, just ask the airline staff or one of the border officials in the arrivals area. A clearance officer will check your travel document and visa, and once cleared you will be able to collect your luggage to go through customs and quarantine clearance processes.

Accessing Support Services

Australian education institutions provide a wide range of support services to make your study experience easy and stress-free.

Australia offers many support services for international students. This includes services provided by education providers and student unions, as well as local, state, territory and federal governments.

Remaining Visa Compliant

Once you have received your visa, there are requirements you must meet for it to remain valid, including:

• You must remain enrolled and maintain satisfactory course progress and attendance.
• If you wish to change your qualification level you may need to apply for a new student visa.
• Provide your Australian address to your institution so they can contact you, and let them know if you change the address.
• You must continue to be able to support yourself financially while you're in Australia.
• Do not breach the working conditions applicable to your visa.

Working While You Study

Australia is a great place to work as an international student. You may choose to work while you are studying. This can be an option to earn extra spending money and get a taste of the local culture. Here are a few things to remember:

Work hours: You can work up to 40 hours every two weeks while you are studying, and unlimited hours during holiday breaks.

Workplace protections: You have the same protections at work as anyone else working in Australia.

Minimum wage: You will get at least a minimum rate of pay per hour no matter what job you do.

Strong support: You will find support every step of your journey as a student worker. Help is always available from the government and private organizations as well as your education provider.

Living Costs and Finding Accommodation

Once you have received confirmation of where you will be studying, you should look for accommodation that suits your needs and budget. Student accommodation is usually highly sought after and requires prior planning. Considerations when searching for accommodation include:

• Costs will vary depending on your chosen state, city, and type of accommodation.
• Always confirm the total cost and any other expenses you may be required to pay, such as a bond and utility fees, and ensure they are included in your accommodation agreement.
• Consider the distance of your accommodation from your campus and whether it is easily accessible by public transport, such as bus or train.
• Find out what shopping centers, hospitals and emergency service facilities, and other amenities are nearby.

Health and Safety

Australia is generally a very safe place to live and study, but it is still important to be aware of the risks that exist. Australia is generally a very safe and welcoming place to live and study, consistently ranking among the safest countries in the world. But it is still important to look after yourself and be aware of the risks that exist - and ways to minimize them. This is particularly important when you first arrive and are adjusting to your new way of life.