Why Study in Australia

Australian institutions educate over 400,000 international students per year. For many, the most powerful lure is the quality and the diversity of Australia's education system.

There are many benefits of studying in Australia. Students are attracted to the freedom to study and work and the relatively low living costs. They enjoy the challenge and freedom of studying overseas and the status that comes from studying at a reputable institution. Futhermore, students are attracted by the country's natural and man-made wonders, the peaceful environment, the cosmopolitan cities and multicultural communities. 

Studying in Australia encourages creative, innovative and independent thinking. Students learn the essential skills required for effective teamwork including communicating with others and developing abilities to become global citizens. 

Australian teachers encourage students to find original, practical solutions to real world problems and students are highly sought after by Australian and international employers upon graduation.

Cost Effective quality education

Australia offers significantly lower annual tuition fees for many popular courses at universities and institutions. Bachelor degrees can also be completed in only three years (exceptions include degrees in Engineering and Medicine) compared with four years in America. This does not indicate that lower cost courses translate into lower quality outcomes. On the contrary, Australian schools and universities have an international reputation for equipping, students with skills and qualifications that are recognised around the world.

Quality Assurance

Australian universities are widely known for the quality of their teaching and research. Australia's approach to vocational education and training leads the world in innovation and quality.

Australia has emerged as a leader in the development of international benchmarks for proper accreditation, consumer protection and qualifications recognition. The Australian government is committed to protecting Australia's reputation as a source of quality education and training.

Multicultural and safe environment

Australia is a very safe country. Political unrest is limited in Australia, crime raes are low and strict gun control laws provide a safe environment. To ensure the transition is easy, IDP offers students a host of support services to help them settle in Australia.

Furthermore, Australia is accepting of all religions. People have the right to practice their faith without persecution or discrimination and Australia welcomes the wealth of cultural diversity that international students bring.

If you are looking for quality education and a good lifestyle, Australia is the place to be.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

In 1995, Australia adopted the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), a unified system of national qualifications in schools, vocational education and training institutions (TAFEs and private providers) and the higher education sector (mainly universities). The AQF is recognised by employers, and educational  institutions both in Australia and abroad.

National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR)

NOOSR is an Australian government organisation that helps Australian institutions recognise international qualifications. Conversely NOOSR also promotes the recognition of Australian qualifications overseas.

Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000

In 2000, Australia introduced the ESOS Act. The ESOS Act and regulations set out the legal framework governing delivery of education to overseas students studying in Australia on a student visa.

The Australian Government, through the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) administers the ESOS Act and its associated instruments.

ESOS ensures that Australian institutions must meet requirements for registration. If an institution fails to meet these standards for marketing activities, education delivery, facilities and student support services, they cannot be registered. This means that non-registered institutions are prevented from enrolling international students.

The ESOS legislation also provides consumer protection. This means students are guaranteed to receive the tuition for which they have paid for.
For further information: http://aei.gov.au/

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)

CRICOS is a database of over 1,000 registered Australian Education Institutions. To be able to recruit, enrol and teach international students the Australian education institution must be registered by CRICOS.

Students on a student visa must enrol with an education provider registered by CRICOS.

So, if are planning to study in Australia, contact IDP. We are here to make your future brighter!