Australia, officially known as the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country that includes the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands. It is the sixth-largest country in the world by total area. Its neighboring nations include Indonesia, East Timor, and Papua New Guinea to the north; the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu to the northeast; and New Zealand to the southeast.
As a developed and prosperous nation, Australia boasts the world's 12th-largest economy and holds the second-highest ranking on the Human Development Index. It excels in international measures of quality of life, health, education, economic freedom, and the protection of civil liberties and political rights. Australia is an active member of numerous global and regional organizations, including the United Nations, G20, Commonwealth of Nations, ANZUS, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), World Trade Organization, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and the Pacific Islands Forum.
Australia is a popular destination for international students, offering a vast array of study options across more than 1,200 institutions and over 22,000 courses. The country’s higher education system includes independent public and private universities and institutions that provide globally recognized qualifications.
Australian universities typically have two major intakes: February and July. Some universities also offer additional intakes in September and November.
Australia offers a wide range of scholarships, grants, and bursaries to provide financial support for your studies. These opportunities are made available by the Australian Government, educational institutions, and various public and private organizations. While many scholarships are open to students from all nationalities, each scholarship has specific conditions set by the providing institution or organization. Applications must be submitted directly to the respective scholarship provider.
The type of student visa required depends on your selected course of study. Here are the key requirements you typically need to fulfill:
