Study in Australia
Why Australia for Nepalese Student
An Ideal Study Destination
Australia has emerged as a leading provider of top quality education to international students from all over the world. This was a 7% increase over the number in 2004.
Indian students have made Australia one of their chosen favorites for international studies with over 27,000 enrolments of Indian student Australian education institutions in 2005, mainly in the fields of post-graduate studies. This contrasts with less than 500 Indian students in the early 1990′s and the 10,000 Indian student enrolments in 2001.
Around 85% of the Indian students studying in Australia are undertaking higher education in the fields of Information Technology, Engineering, Management, Accounting, Applied Science and Hospitality. However, new fields of study such as Biotechnology, Communication Studies and Art & Design are emerging.
Reasons for Studying
Australia has a proven reputation as an educational destination of high quality for international students all over and in India there is growing awareness of the quality and variety of Australian courses and qualifications.
Many students are attracted by the flexibilities offered by the Australian Qualification Framework, which sets out 12 levels of qualifications across the three educational sectors – school, university and vocational education and training.
Qualifications are awarded only after the achievement of competency standards. Once achieved, students can progress through different levels of qualifications, regardless of the sector in which they were achieved, thus providing many different pathways between different levels.
Australia is a safe and welcoming destination, proud of its own enormous cultural diversity. The interests of international students in Australia are protected by Australian government legislation – the Education Services for Overseas Students Act. Only institutions which are registered by the Australian Government can recruit students from overseas.
The costs of studying in Australia compare favorably with traditional destinations for Indian students, such as the USA and Britain.
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Fast Facts
Study and life in Australia
One will experience a different culture and life style from what he has been used to. If you don’t get good information and awareness about the country, you may undergo a “Culture Shock” of the “blues of new place”. It is important to observe the habits, reactions and customs of people. Learn as much as you can, get info-rich but never ever change your traditional values and your real self.
- Australia is one of the most multi-cultural societies in the world. Over 20% of Australian citizens were born overseas and they are drawn from over 200 different nations. Around 20% of Australians speak a language other than English in their home. Although it is predominantly a Christian society, all forms of religion are represented in Australia and they are freely practised.
- Australians are generally friendly, direct and informal in their dealings with each other. Australian’s believe in equality and a “fair go”. People who work in non-professional or “blue collar” jobs such as cleaners, bus driver etc receive the same respect as those who work in professional jobs. Also it is illegal to discriminate against others on grounds of race, gender, religion etc.
- Punctuality is important, therefore if you are running late, you should always inform whom you are meeting.
- People in Australia form queues to buy food, wait for service from a bank teller, to board a bus or train and it is impolite to push ahead of someone already in the queue.
- People often use the first name, even with respected elders.
There is a lot more you will learn about Australian people but be positive, be flexible and try to adapt. Listen, observe and ask whenever you are in doubt.
The method of study in Australia may be very different to what you have experienced so far. Therefore it is important to give yourself a head start. Keep up to date with Australian news and current affairs and become familiar with Australia’s education system and learning culture. When you arrive, practice listening to the Australian accent – it is different but you will soon understand the local terms and way of speaking.
In Australia, students are expected to conduct independent research, collect and analyze data by themselves or in-groups, to raise questions, to participate in discussions and debates with other students and teachers. Rote learning does not exist and students take an active part in the learning process. Students spend a great deal of time in libraries and laboratories conducting their own research. To be a successful student you will need to adapt to these new methods of learning and assessment. Students are assessed continuously through essays, presentations, tests, assignments etc. One thing that may surprise you is the amount of access that you will be able to obtain with your tutors and lecturers. If you are having an academic problem, discuss it with them – don’t let it develop from a minor issue into a major problem for you.
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