Why study in Australia?

First and foremost Australia is a culturally diverse country and has students and citizens from all parts of the world. As a developed country Australia is one of the popular study destinations due to top ranking Universities that offer a wide variety of study programs. Australia is also a desirable place for researchers, entrepreneurs and international students. In Australia students are immersed with real world learning practices which make them self aware and prepared for skills sought by high level employers. It has safe, welcoming and friendly citizens. International students are gripped with astounding beauty of scenic landscapes, popular landmarks which include Sydney harbor, opera house, island, coral reef and many eye-catching places. The products of Australia are Globally recognized graduates. Australia has the highest standard of living in the world. It provides students study and work life balance. It also allows students to work upto 20 hours per week while studying. Australia is advanced in Science and Technology and research works are highly favorable in Australia. Approximately there are 50 thousand Nepalese students in Australia.

Key facts

One of the most favored destinations for studying abroad besides the UK, USA, Canada is Australia. The education is practical, life based learning beyond classrooms and home assignments with projects, reasoning, essay, seminars and value based learning skills. More than 15 Noble laureates come from Australia. It has diverse populations, beautiful landscapes, off campus employments, safety rates with low crime rates, along with a global exposure to all students during their stay and learnings.

Here are some major facts which should be considered while going to Australia for studies:

• In Australia student Visas are mandatory for long term study
• All international students must obtain Overseas Student health Cover policy
• You should know the basic rules while living in Australia for education and work such as driving on the left side of the road, the prices are high in Australia, higher education institutes use percentage to grade work etc.
• Students must open a student bank account in Australia for up to 3 months before they immigrate to Australia.
• Students must maintain satisfactory attendance in their course program for each study period. (60 to 65%)
• Mark sheets of Grade 10, 12, Graduation degree or Provisional certificate with score sheet must be documented and forwarded.
• GMAT exams and IELTS exam score cards along with solid Statement of Purpose (SOP) must be given
• English proficiency test requirements accepted are IELTS, TOEFL, CAE and PTE scores.
• Intakes for UG and PG courses vary. There are beginning intakes in January and February, November and mid-year in July.
• Gap of one year is normal and considered for study in Australia.

Top Universities to study in Australia for Nepalese students

Australia has a diversity of academic programs, students and teachers from various parts of the world coming as one for education. World class education can be experienced from top Universities of Australia. Some of the Universities where Nepalese students have gone for studies abroad are as follows:

The list of most preferred Universities in Australia by Nepalese students to go and study are:

Requirement to study in Australia:

Australia being the most popular destination globally for studies and work for international students, here are some of the key requirements to study in Australia:

1. Your course must be registered on the Commonwealth register for institutions and courses for overseas students
2. The Australian requirement should not be less than 16 months study in Australia
3. Your evidence must present facts of certified copies of completion letter and date of course completion
4. Valid passport, Letter of Offer from Australian College/University, Confirmation of Enrolment, Genuine Temporary Entrant, Academic documents, along with Work experience, Marriage Certificate (if any)
5. Health insurance (OSHC), Valid Visa.

Intakes in Australia for Nepalese students

Intakes in Australia demarcate the commencement date for academic programs and courses.

In Australia the month of February is the main intake month also called primary intake, secondary intake comes in July followed by September till November months for some fewer courses as well. The first two intakes are mandatory and some also come to the third intake based on courses taken by an international student.

The table shows the general periods of academic calendars for the semester-wise system in Australia.

The terms in Australian universities are categorize followed as:

The terms in Australian Universities are split in two sessions:

• First term end of Feb Beginning of March
• Second term July/August till September/October

November-December is the end of the year exams and Christmas break

Tuition Fees and Scholarship

Study cost in Australia is categorized into the types of courses basis such as English language course, Vocational education and training, technical and further education, foundation, undergrads, post grads and Doctorate degree programs. You can get the glimpse of the cost for those courses as follows.

Annual costs for undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses in Australia are from AUD 20000 to AUD 70000.

The high value courses like medicine and veterinary science costs more than other courses as per the number of credits you get for each course. Overall the range of costs program wise in Australia are:

Scholarships

Australia has a wide range of scholarships for bright students of national and international countries. Besides scholarship, there are grants and bursaries to support financially by the Australian government, public and private organizations, and education providers. Some of them are highly competitive like Australia Awards Scholarship. Another is the destination Australia program to national and international students in tertiary education. For post graduate level there is Australian government research training program.

Some of the popular Australian scholarships for international students are:

• Deakin’s Vice Chancellor International Scholarship
• Victoria University international excellence scholarship
• University of NewCastle Academic Excellence scholarship
• Destination Australia Scholarship
• International Welcome Scholarship from Monash University
• Endeavor Scholarship and Fellowship
• UTAS Scholarship
• UTS scholarship

The scholarship sources from Australia are Government, University, Private, Merit base, and Australian Award scholarships sources.

Living Expenses in Australia

The minimum budget requirement to live in Australia for international students as decided by the Australian government is at least AUD 21,041. The living cost includes on campus and off campus accommodation, utilities, transportation, entertainment, groceries and miscellaneous expenses as below. For individuals the requirement per year on average is AUD 20000 and family AUD 50000 per year. The living expenses differ among cities. The most expensive places are Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and least expensive are Darwin, Canberra.

Here are some general expenditures associated with living for international students in Australia:

Per week living expenses are also from AUD 80 till AUD 3900 for utilities, food, accommodations and other expenses for international students. Annually the living cost rounds up from AUD 30000 to AUD 34000 for international students.

Work Opportunities in Australia:

The most highly suitable job sectors for international students and abundant job opportunities in Australia are retail, hospitality, farming, services, administration, tutoring and more. The industries in Australia which have thrived in business and services are health care and medical, construction, information and communication technology, professional services, logistics, therapy, pharmacy, etc.

For students post study they have rights of two years extension to strengthen the period to skilled work.

Program wise post study periods in Australia are:

• Bachelor's degree 2 to 4 years
• Masters degree 3 to 5 years
• Doctorate 4 to 6 years

For international students, there are 485 post study work stream VISA. This is a temporary Visa that allows international students to live, study and work after they have completed their studies in Australia. The requirements are that a person should be less than 50 years, should hold an eligible VISA, have student VISA for the last 6 months, and have recent qualification in a CRICOS registered course.

Jobs for post study work in Australia are:

Those graduates with Post Study work permits can work in Australia in these jobs: