Study in Australia

Study abroad in Australia for Pakistani students

Studying in Australia is an attractive option for international students due to its world-class education system, a wide range of courses and programs, and a high standard of living. To study in Australia, you typically need to research Australian universities and colleges to find a program that suits your academic and career goals.Facts About Studying With Australia

World’s Top 100 ranked universities number	6
No of Universities in Australia	43
No of courses offered by Australian universities	more than 15000
Higher education system rank in the world	8^th
No. of Popular cities for students to live and study	7
Scholarship amount granted to international students	300 million A$/ year
No of international students in Australia	Near to 0.6 million (2023)

Seven Best Cities To Live And Study In Australia

Melbourne
Sydney
Brisbane
Canberra
Adelaide
Perth
Gold Coast

International Students In Australia

According to government statistics growth chart, there were almost 619,371 international students enrolled in different study programs.

International Students In Australia By Level Of Study

From total of 619,371 international students, statistical analysis revealed the following distribution of international students in different degree programs

Degree Program	%age of International Students
Bachelor’s degree	15.5%
Master’s degree	49.8%
PhD degree	33.4%

Australian Universities With High Number Of international Students

All the international students never enrolled for the same university, so here is a list of Australian universities where large proportion of international students enrolled in 2023

University	International Proportion (%)
Australian National University	51%
Monash University	41%
University of Sydney	45%
Curtin University	31%
University of Melbourne	47%
University of Queensland	41%
University of New Castle	18%

Popular Study Fields To Study In Australian Universities

Though Australian universities offer a wide range of courses (you can find required course here) in every study field but THE (Times Higher Education) system ranked Australia is best country for the following fields

Arts and Humanities
Clinical and Health
Engineering and Technology
Life Sciences
Physical Sciences
Social Sciences

Degree Programs Offered By Australian Universities

Australia has a well-regarded and comprehensive education system that encompasses various levels, from vocational education to higher education. Here's an overview of the higher/ university’s education system in Australia:

Vocational/ Training/ Certificate

Undergraduate Degree programs

Pathways to Undergraduate programs

Post-graduate (Master’s and PhD) Degree Programs

Vocational/ Training or Certificate Degree programs In Australia

Vocational training courses play a crucial role in the Australian education system and have significant importance for individuals, industries, and the economy like

Vocational training courses focus on providing practical, job-specific skills and knowledge that are directly applicable in the workplace.
Offer clear pathways to employment, many courses include practical work placements or internships opportunities
They provide opportunities for people at various stages of their careers to upskill, reskill, or change career paths

Levels of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Courses In Australia

Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses in Australia are structured into different levels from 1-6, each representing a specific depth of knowledge and skill development. Levels are as follows

Levels of Diploma	Duration	Career Outcome
Certificate I	4-6 months	Competent operator
Certificate II	1 year	Advanced operator
Certificate III	1 year	Qualified technician
Certificate IV	12- 18 months	Supervisor
Diploma	18- 24 months	Para- professional
Advanced Diploma	24-36 months	Junior manager

How You Can Select Level

It is not compulsory to start training course from level I, it always depends on your current qualification.

Fields for which training courses are offered

VET courses are offered in the following six categories

Health department
Management
Information Technology
Design and media
Hospitality
Trades and Sports

Requirements For VET Courses

Students who want to start VET courses in Australia must have followings

Valid passport
Previous degree certificate (10, 11, 12)
IELTS with minimum 5.5 bands scores

Undergraduate Degree Programs Offered In Australian Universities

Australian universities offer a wide range of undergraduate degree programs across various fields of study. Here are some common undergraduate degree programs offered in Australian universities:

Degree Program	Detail	Duration
Associate Degree	If you are currently employed and lack the time to finish a full bachelor's degree, the Associate Degree is a short-cycle degree program that can aid in professional growth. It may serve as a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree or serve as training for an advanced diploma in specialized industry.	2 years
Bachelor Degree	A bachelor's degree is the prerequisite for most fields. It will provide you with the organized body of information, guiding concepts, and problem-solving strategies you'll need to work in the field.	3-5 years
Bachelor Degree (Honours)	Universities allow students to continue for an extra year for honours degree	4 years

Pathways To Undergraduate Programs

There are several routes you may take to go to your desired course if you don't fulfil the admission requirements in Australia.

Foundation studies to get admission in undergraduate program
- These programs are designed to prepare students, particularly international students or those who may not meet the direct entry requirements, for undergraduate studies at a higher education institution.
- The hallmark of Foundation Studies is that, if you get the required marks, a university will permit your admission in an undergraduate program in Australian university.

Post -graduate (Master’s) Degree Programs

Degree Program	Details	Duration
Graduate Certificate	A graduate certificate is a postgraduate qualification offered by Australian universities. It is designed to provide specialized knowledge and skills in an area already studied by student in bachelors.	6 months
Graduate Diploma	Apply a body of knowledge for professional skilled work.	One year
Master’s degree (Course Work)	With a traditional course work, it enhances the expertise in specific field. Master’s degree takes 1 year after bachelor honors degree and 2 years after bachelor’s degree.	1-2 years
Master’s degree (Research work)	Along with course study, research work enhance the expertise in your chosen field.	2 years
Doctoral Degree	Components of doctoral degree program in Australia are as follows Course work Review of literature, experiments Research work Thesis (relation with a course work and its practical)	3-4 years

Academic Years In Australian Universities

Academic year in Australian universities depend upon the study program and institute choose by the student. Here is a general guide of Australian universities intakes for different degree/ study levels

Study Level	Length of Program	Intakes
Vocational/ Training	1-4 years	February
Undergraduate	3-4 years	March and May
Postgraduate	1-2 years	March & May
Doctoral/ PhD	3 years	Starting dates are negotiated with supervisor

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