Australia is a world leader in education. British edition Times Higher Education annually publishes a ranking of the best educational institutions in the world: six Australian universities are in the top thirty. In 2019 alone, Australia accepted 330,000 international applicants, ranking third behind the US and UK.
Students are attracted by:
- The quality of education;
- Job prospects;
- High and safe standard of living;
- Favorable ecology and mild climate;
- The possibility of immigration.
Higher education
The quality of the educational services provided is controlled by the state. All educational institutions must pass Cricos Code - state accreditation confirming compliance with educational standards.
Australians receive their primary higher and technical education in colleges. School graduates become students. The average age of applicants is 16 - 17 years.
The applicant is admitted to the university after completing a full school course (12 years), or after college.
The academic year is divided into two academic semesters and runs from February to the end of November. The Australian summer breaks in December and January.
Knowledge is assessed as a percentage: 60 – 70% - satisfactory, 80% - good. Exams are conducted in writing. High rates give the right to receive a partial or full scholarship.
Education programs
Higher education in Australia is multistage:
Bachelor's degree. Standard diploma: training 3 years. Honorary Bachelor: 4 years of study. More than 300 specialties. Most popular destinations:
- Economy;
- Business;
- Psychology;
- Preschool and school pedagogy;
- Linguistics;
- Social and historical research;
- Fundamental sciences;
- Art.
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Medical and engineering specialties involve a longer course of 4-6 years. The "double degree program" is gaining great popularity: training in two related specialties at the same time, for example, legal and economic. The term of study is 5 - 6 years.
Master's degree. Education 1 - 2 years depending on the specialty. Graduates are eligible to apply for higher-paid positions and teach the discipline in universities. Training programs include scientific and practical work with the defense of a dissertation.
Doctorate. Accept masters or bachelors with honors. The term of study is from 2 to 4 years. The program is being implemented in two directions:
- Research work with the defense of a thesis and obtaining the title of Doctor of Philosophy;
- Practical specialization.
Colleges
Institutions are public and private. The first ones are integrated into the TAFE system of technical and additional education, which allows them to continue their education at the university after graduation.
A wide range of specialties: from secretarial to navigation. Economic programs, accounting, design are always in demand. Practice is carried out in all directions. A special type of colleges - schools of tourism and hospitality. Students live and work in hotels, receiving remuneration for their work.
TAFE training is divided into stages. At the end of each semester, a certificate is issued that allows you to start working in a specialty according to your qualifications. The division is convenient when interrupting training: a student can complete his studies at any stage.
The type of certificate depends on the period of study:
- From 3 weeks to 40 weeks - certificates (1 - 4 levels, depending on the specialty).
- After the 4th semester - a diploma.
- After the 5th semester - advanced qualification diploma.
- After the 6th semester - a bachelor's degree.
If the graduate continues his studies at the university, then duplicate courses are automatically counted.
Universities
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Australia's university system is modeled after the UK. The oldest universities resemble Oxford and Cambridge in their architecture. They look like small academic towns with student residences, cafes, sports grounds, laboratories, swimming pools. Faculties are often located in different buildings. The applicant is offered a choice of over 400 specialties.
Students independently form their curriculum, which should include at least 40 hours per week. These are from 4 to 8 subjects and optional courses.
Conditions of admission
To enroll in a training course, you first need to contact the university directly through the official website. Usually, the application is required to attach documents about the received education and the results of language tests. Everything must be translated into English and notarized.
In case of a positive decision, the applicant will receive an invitation letter by e-mail indicating the course and its cost. The document must be signed and the initial payment must be made. After that, the applicant is considered enrolled, about which he will be notified by mail. Based on this letter, a student visa is issued.
Tuition is paid. No entrance exams are required for admission.
Language requirements
All students from other countries must confirm their knowledge of the English language with international certificates. For universities, the results of testing IELTS must be at least 6.5 points, according to TOEFL - 550 points. For college and high school, 5 to 6 points are acceptable. IELTS and from 500 to 550 points for TOEFL.
If the test results do not reach the normative indicators, you can take language training at the university. English courses are recruited all year round. The minimum period is 12 weeks, the maximum is 50 weeks.
How to enroll in a university for Russians
Schoolchildren in Australia have been in high school for 12 years, so the Russian secondary education document is not identical to the Australian one. There are several ways for Russian applicants to enter the chosen university.
Based on 9 classes enter the senior classes of Year 11 and Year 11 of the Australian school (Senior Secondary). After 2 years with a certificate of completion, submit documents to any university.
On the basis of 9 or 11 grades (depending on the curriculum) Obtain a technical degree in a TAFE college. After 2 years, receive a professional diploma and enter the university for a bachelor's degree, or after 3 years, receive an advanced diploma and enroll in a master's degree.
Based on 11 classes attend preparatory pre-university Foundation courses. These classes are specially designed for international students. They include language training, subjects in the chosen specialty and Academic skills - a set of disciplines that help the student to acquire educational skills: writing reports, taking notes, working with literature, etc.
Classes are held on the basis of a partner college of the university, graduates are guaranteed to enter the university, since places for them are reserved in advance. The training system is structured similarly to the university one: lectures, seminars, and practical work. Preparatory courses last from 6 months to 1 year. Reception takes place twice a year.
Study for 1 year at a Russian university and arrange a translation into Australian. This will take into account academic progress and subjects passed. The issue is solved individually with each student.
Get a diploma from a Russian university and enroll in a Master's degree in Australia.
Student visa
If the applicant goes to courses for up to 3 months, then it is permissible to issue a simple tourist visa. For longer periods of study, a student visa is required.
For an entry permit, a package of documents is required:
- Confirmation of enrollment in the university;
- Proof of financial solvency;
- Proof of language proficiency (international certificates);
- International passport;
- Documents about the existing education;
- Motivation letter: briefly why you have chosen this particular university;
- Insurance;
- Certificate of no criminal record;
- Statement.
The visa processing time is 2-3 months.
If the plans include not only study, but also permanent residence in Australia, then the specialty should be in demand. After graduating from a university or college, you can apply for permanent residence within 6 months.
Cost of education
How much a course will cost depends on the type of institution, duration, and curriculum. The most expensive faculties are medical.
It is much cheaper to study in colleges. In 2021, the average cost by destination was:
| Education program | Duration | Cost A $ (Australian dollar) |
| English courses | 3 - 12 months | from 300 in Week |
| secondary school | 12 years old | 7800 – 30 000 in year |
| College - TAFE (Diploma) | 1.5 years | 9000 – 22 000 in year |
| College - TAFE (Advanced Diploma) | 3 years | from 9000 in year |
| Preparatory Programs (Foundation) | 8-12 months | 24 000 – 28 000 per course |
| Undergraduate | 3-4 years | 21 900 – 27 000 in a year |
| Master's degree | 1-2 years | 30 600 – 41 700 per program |
| Doctorate | 3-4 years | 14 000 – 37 000 in year |
Tuition fees are subject to mandatory insurance.
Is it possible to get education for free
There is no free education in Australia. You can significantly reduce the fee by showing high academic performance. Also, the state annually raffles out grants, having received which you can reimburse all costs.
Scholarships and grants
Scholarships are provided for talented students showing high academic results.
For applicants for master's and doctoral degrees, there is a state program for financing foreign students Endeavor Scholarships and Fellowships.
Since 2020, the government program "Global Education" has been operating for Russians. Upon admission to a master's or doctoral studies in Australia and subsequent work in Russia for at least 3 years, the government can provide a grant that fully covers the cost of training.
A large number of grants that allow you to get education for free are also provided by the Australian government.
Features of internship and exchange programs
For students of agricultural universities, there are internship programs in the fields, fur farms, horticultural complexes. Duration - from 1 month to 1 year.
Schoolchildren 14-17 years old can take part in the "Study by Exchange" program, living and learning the language with an Australian family.
Accommodation and meals for students
The cost of living is not included in the cost of training and is calculated separately. Foreigners can reside:
- On a student campus in rooms for 1-2 people, the average cost is 350 aust. dollars in Week;
- In a host family - from 200 Austr. Doll... in Week;
- In rented accommodation, you can rent with a friend - from 300 Austr. in Week.
Meals are organized in student canteens, families or independently.
Top universities in the country
Higher education is implemented by 40 universities, of which 38 are public and 2 are private.
The oldest universities in Australia date back to the colonial era. They are named after states and cities:
- The University of Sydney (un-t Sydney)... Has released 5 Australian Prime Ministers. Has 16 faculties. Teaches more than 50 thousand students, of which 14 thousand are foreigners. The campus is included in the list of architectural heritage. Website: sydney.edu.au
- The University of Western Australia unites 80 research centers, website: www.uwa.edu.au
- The University of Melbourne (University of Melbourne). It was founded in 1853. It has more than 100 research institutes; it ranks 22nd in the Times list. Website: unimelb.edu.au
- The Australian National University, (Australian National University)... It is ranked 16th in the world. Has released 6 Nobel laureates. Official website: anu.edu.au.
Reviews about studies
Alina:I left for Perth over a year ago. I entered the magistracy. I know the language well, so there were no problems when passing the test. At first, study was hard: unusual workload, high pace. Then she got involved. Those who study well are taken for practice in leading companies with subsequent employment. So everything is real!
Dmitriy:I am a student at the University of Technology Sydney. The Global Education program helped me get here. Any citizen of the Russian Federation who is able to pass the IELTS test by at least 6.5 points and who graduated from the bachelor's degree is able to enter a foreign university and win the coveted presidential grant.
Studying in Australia is prestigious, diplomas are recognized all over the world. Despite the expensive training, many of our compatriots have chosen an Australian university for their education.
