The country is leading in the education sector all over the world, hence it has grown into the foremost destination to study abroad, especially for the students of India. With the advancement of technology and globalisation, the world has become a more connected and globally intrusive place. There are no limitations in terms of potential, or one country dominating any sector over the other, as everyone has their positives and negatives. And with the liberalisation, the world has become a giant family, where the shortcomings of one are met and completed by the other. With the distances becoming smaller, and the frequency of travel growing by many parts, there seems no physical borders and boundaries. This has impacted the education sector immensely, and thus a great set of opportunities can be seen with the new age of technology and modern settings of society. Therefore, it is not a surprise that more and more students from around the world are crossing long distances to get an education from the best possible colleges and institutions. Although the experience of studying in a foreign country forces the individual student to get out of their comfort zone. But it also allows in getting exposed to various cultures, people and societies. It broadens the way of thinking and helps everyone to get closer to become Global citizens while developing one’s potential careers.

One of the countries that are always on the top of the list, in terms of education overseas and in making a prospective student decide about the destination for higher education in Australia. Australia has more than 1,000 Universities offering more than and 22,000 Courses. The country is home to more than 700000 international students. The Australian education system has been ranked highly by the Ranking of National Higher Education System and some of Australia’s leading colleges and universities. From among the best 100 schools and universities in the world, 7 are from Australia for the year 2021’s recent report. 36 higher education universities of the continent are mentioned and recognised in the list of QS top universities. The country is just lagging in terms of providing foreign education, to two countries that are the US, and the UK.

The country offers diversity in terms of the number of courses offered, which are close to 22,ooo in number as per the official data. the number of foreign students coming together from various parts of the world And other activities. Not only this, Australia offers world-class education, affordable Lifestyle, pleasant weather, scholarship opportunities and a multitude of job options after completion of education. The education system and pattern of the Australian study is

• Higher Education

  The UG and PG degree/certificate programs

• VET

  Partnership programs of government and industrial corporations. This helps in the practical knowledge and correct exposure of students. These are provided by TAFE with the help of private institutions.

• English Language Programs

  Preparatory language programs, to begin with, foreign studies.

• Foundation/Pathway Programs

  The pre-university courses help and assist in university education.

• Schools

  Lower Level of study.

2. Wide choice of subjects offered

Australia offers high-quality academic programs in a wide range of fields. From nursing and Healthcare, Biology and wildlife to mathematics, Science and Technology, one can study anything in Australian universities. One of the most prestigious institutes in the country, the Australian National University offers more than 750 possible subject combinations. Students can choose to study undergraduate or postgraduate programs, vocational and training courses and diploma, professional and certificate courses.

3. Study abroad scholarship options

One of the main considerations while deciding to study abroad is the study expenses. To ease this problem faced by many students, the Australian government sets aside over 200 million dollars specifically for international students coming to study at Australian universities each year. They are usually based on Outstanding academic achievement, but can also be based on volunteer work or a particular work experience. Other than government-based scholarships, many universities have financial assistance programs for international students.

4. Work experience

International students are permitted 20 hours working per week while studying and staying in Australia. Though if one works while studying, he/she gets an edge over other peers of the same age, and one becomes better at responsibility and accountability. With the cost and expenses coverage, one adds work experience of a foreign land in the CV and portfolio. This helps in bagging of high valued jobs at the time of placement.

5. Cost of Living

Australia’s standard of living is Considered amongst the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs are considerably lower in Australia compared to other developed nations like the USA, UK etc. International students are permitted to work while having their higher studies at colleges and universities. Though they can manage the daily affairs by only working on a part-time basis. This helps in cutting their living costs to a great extent. There are also many scholarships, which helps to lower the cost of studying for international students.

6. Weather and other activities

The great weather and climatic conditions are a bonus for students staying in foreign lands and far away from their residential countries. The tourism industry in Australia is also alive and well which provides people with a wide number of activities to enjoy their lives from sightseeing to adventure sports. Australians are known to be friendly and laid-back people and are welcoming and warm.

7. Globally Ranked Universities and Institutions

With several universities ranking in the top tier universities and colleges in the world education sector and according to other higher ranks, the robust system of education is government accredited. All this ensures students have access to premium courses and experiences for excellence.

8. Research-Intensive and Technologically Forward Approach

Recurring the nature of Important innovations, researches and discoveries like IVF, Wi-Fi, Penicillin, medical cures of Cervical Cancer, numerous Vaccines and other tools and technology points are done by the hardcore researchers and developers of Australian university graduates, faculties and scientists. The Research and development sector is extensively funded, to get the best results in these modern and complex worlds

9. Safe and Student-friendly Country

A country with diverse student groups from more than 100 countries. The country has 6 cities in the Top best 50 Student Cities according to the ranking of QS. There are various assistance and support offered to international students by the laws and legislations of the ESOS ACT. This ensures that the rights of international students are not violated.

2. Business and Management

Australia is one of the leading economies of the world and we all know how big a role business and finance place in the development of an economy. This makes business and finances important career options. Business schools in Australia are internationally accredited and offer a wide variety of choices in business Administration, Finance, Banking and Management.

3. Accountancy

It has been considered to be a traditionally important degree that opens up a wide variety of opportunities in the business world in the future. It opens a huge range of options, from specialisation, further study and employment. Also find jobs in the tag in management Accountancy roles.

4. Engineering and information technology

Engineering is considered to be one of the most popular courses worldwide. Australia offers a wide variety of options in this field with degrees in fields such as biotechnology, chemical, Aeronautical, electrical and environmental.

5. Environmental science

One of the Courses that has been gaining worldwide prominence over the past few years is that of environmental education. Due to the increasing effect of global warming and climate change we have been becoming more and more conscious of the harmful effects that our actions are causing on the environment. It typically requires 3-4 years to complete but the degree is generally flexible.

6. Psychology

Another broad field, the study of human behaviour and mind can be applied to a range of careers. In Australia, if someone has a psychology degree, he/she can make a career as clinical psychologists, educational psychologists, organisational psychologists and psychotherapists.

7. Actuarial Science

Subject matter relating to financial risks for the data related matters to have policies framed and designed accordingly. The studies are focused on insurance, finance, and various other sectors. The application of mathematical and statistical methods are used to determine and reach results. It is a field of finance, economics, and computer science, data science, programming, maths etc.

8. Biomedical Engineering

The applied field of science and engineering involves biology and human body or organism related intervention. The intersection of engineering, biology, healthcare, and medicine helps in having research and development, which in turn helps in solving and knowing complex problems of the world, with new-age cures and medicinal results too, like the recent case of Vaccines. Physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology are the main subjects to be studied under such career choices. It is a very hard-core technical field.

The Visa application form process with deadlines and other details

Proper Documentation as per the course one wants to study are as follows, (these are especially the documents required to be submitted at the immigration office)

• Proof of Identity
• CoE, letter of acceptance and support
• Evidence and proof of economic conditions(Enough money to stay which is approximately 62,222 AUD (for singles))
• Having genuine access to the money and owning it with proof or bank statement.
• Visa application charge, if applicable
• Evidence of OSHC
• GTE documents
• Language documents
• Language exam scores
• Partner documents, if valid.
• Documents for dependents and children, if applicable.
• Document Checklist Tool.
• Photo ID
• Updated passport and visa
• Photographs passport size
• Marksheets of the last qualifying paper.

The education of Australia is based on the pattern of semester wise assessments. The admissions in all the programmes and universities also take place twice a year, according to ways of semester admissions.

• Probably Semester 1, begins in February and ends in June. And the deadline for admissions for the same is December
• Semester 2 is from July to December, the deadline of which is May.

After getting the dates as per the scheduled program, after a thorough analysis of what one requires as a subject, and which degree to get a career in, one must apply for the application of that college. Several documents, test scores, sometimes an entrance test, interview, group discussion sessions are also required, to get into the universities and schools for that matter. Then can a prospective student fill in for a student visa with the help of the documents mentioned above.

• The various types of Visas and subclasses of the Australian student are really wide. Hence one must correctly look for all possible options after generating a deep analytical study. The most common and recognized for the students, considering overseas education in Australia for the first time, is the Australian Subclass 500 Student Visa.
• For deciding when to apply for the visa, for applicable scheduling of time frame and course studies, a minimum of 17-32 before the beginning of the session is the apt time. Sometimes even it takes a few more days or sometimes even months(probably 3 months or more time) to get accepted in the process of student visa application for higher studies. Though the applicants are advised to apply at least three months before for the same.
• One must apply for the visa application form through an ImmiAccount in the Ministry of Home Affairs Australia which will tentatively cost approx to 620 AUD (around 35,000 INR), as one-time application fees.
• With the sorted and characterized burden of the application of Visa, its documentation, its process with deadlines, the following steps actually must be followed.

Apart from all these the proper submission of all these, the dates and times of submission, how and the whereabouts of the same are also necessary. Procedures for the education of international boundary of Australia are,

Step 1. Decide and make relevant choices for the universities to apply to. First segregate the interest and desires, so the vision is clear as to what one needs to study. After the choice of subjects, look for countries offering the best education in that sector. But first, get it confirmed. Look for colleges in the same department and streams.

Step 2. Collect all the information regarding the country, college ranking, courses offered, cultural duties, faculties, quality of courses, any alumni or someone related to the college. For information, one can seek advice and help from their websites or contact the academic advising centres.

Step 3. Contact the Office of relevant and shortlisted universities for their admission process before time, and request for their prospectus, also since these are different for different colleges, one has to take extra efforts in looking for this information.

Step 4. Start arranging for the above-mentioned documents, and building up financial scores with bank statements. As mentioned in the visa application process above

Step 5. With the wait and research time, write exams for IELTS, TOEFL, and other exams mandatory for that particular school.

Step 6. Subsequently, complete all the details and documents required for the application of the school and university one decides to pursue. Then finally collect all the records. Marksheets, statements, documents and submit them before the deadline of the particular secession.

Step 7. Next, is to send in the applications forms with the relevant application fee to the school and university authorities. Instructions for the same can be checked from forms or if one is taking any coaching for tests or tuition for preparation. This must be done under the appropriate time schedules and dates mentioned. Early bird offerings are also present in some schools.

Step 8. Now is the time for some patience. The application and procedures for university admission, is going on where every candidate is screened and verified, with all the other applicants. So the university and college might take some time. One must wait until the universities make their admission decisions. Till that time prepare mentally, about how to adjust in a new country and new people.

Step 9. When all the applications and profiling are checked and selected, an offer letter will be provided from the college and institution. With that, another form or document which is the certificate of eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status which helps in the procurement of Student Visa.

Step 10. All the documents with this offer letter updated passport with financial statements to support the economic conditions of the family must be provided to the Australian embassy, in New Delhi or another tier-one city, duly timed and scheduled. Complete the Visa application, as per the rules mentioned by the embassy(have been mentioned under Visa application process)

Step 11. A Consular interview will be conducted, by the embassy officials, to offer Visa legitimately to the potential candidate. For the same one must be prepared by being fluent in English, clear on the purpose of admission and schooling, reasons for attaining education via their schools or universities etc. For the slot, date and time of the interview, one must refer to the immigration officials from the embassy.

Step 12. After the interview, it generally takes five to six weeks to approve the application. After it, the Visa is generated.

Step 13. Now finally one is ready to board and get to Australia, just book the tickets and arrange for flights to connect.

Step 14. Look for the stay and food arrangements of the area, if one has any contacts or else via college, or after entering the territory.

• The home country of the individual
• Type of university, i.e. public or private institution(Private institutions charge higher)
• Area of the university
• Popularity and history of the college
• Quality and infrastructure of study programmes
• Courses offered, like research base
• Standards of Living
• Lifestyle
• The proximity and frequency of travel, from university and school(the area of residence is far from college).

All in all living expenses of Australia are not cheap and a bit skewed on the expensive side of the graph. With the safety and security in the region and living ease, there is a high standard and affluent living. Hence for this sustenance, the quality features have huge cost and prices too. According to the Mercer Worldwide Cost of Living Survey, 2016; Sydney is ranked 42nd and Melbourne positioned at 71st on the most expensive cities in the world.

Tuition fees and cost of studying

The bachelor's degree in university will typically need between 20,000 – 40,000 AUD/year whereas for a Master’s and PhD degrees the cost varies between 20,000 – 50,000 AUD/year. If the student is an international student, one will be liable to pay a full tuition fee for their course.

• For an undergraduate bachelor degree, A$15,000 and A$35,000.
• For a masters degree, it ranges between A$20,000 and A$37,000.
• For a doctoral degree, it ranges from A$15,000 and A$37,000.

These tuition estimates Are general and do not account for higher value courses, such as MBA or medicine.

Living and Accommodation cost:

International students living in Australia approximately need between 1,400 and 2,500 AUD/month to cover all their basic living expenses, including accommodation, food, and social activities. The average living budget also varies according to the place one lives. For example, in Sydney, the typical average budget is 1900 AUD/month whereas in Adelaide it is 1300 AUD/month.

For accommodations, most universities provide a small number of student dormitories for on-campus accommodation. So students have to look At other options such as homestays and shared apartments. These are sometimes way more affordable and inexpensive like the monthly charges for some of the common accommodation options:

• Homestay 500–1,200 AUD/month
• Student halls of residence 450 – 1,100 AUD/month
• Rented apartment 750 – 1,800 AUD/month
• Share a rented apartment/house 350 – 850 AUD/month
• On-campus Housing, 440-11,000 AUD
• Hostels & Guesthouses, 360-600 AUD.
• Boarding schools, 840-1690 AUD.

Transportation cost:

Many students prefer public transportation including buses, subways and taxis for their daily commute. The monthly passes range from about $80 to $150. One can take advantage of many student discounts and passes offered by many transit providers.

Other important costs include health insurance, travelling expenses, other clothing and utility expenses mentioned in the following heads. Though health insurance is mandatory for a foreign student, without which there is no entry General expenses are

• Groceries Cost, AUD140-280/week
• Phone & Internet, AUD15-30/week
• Gas & Electricity, AUD10-20 per week
• Entertainment, AUD80-150 per week

Each scholarship provider is responsible for establishing the application criteria, but most financial aid opportunities are available to all international students and depend on academic achievement or any other merit.

Apart from grants and scholarships, one can fund his/her studies while working part-time, or after study hours. The undergraduates are allowed up to 40 hours of work per fortnight. While masters or doctorate, are permitted for unlimited hours, but only as the course structure allows.

Here are some examples of scholarships available for international students

• Scholarships and fellowships funded by the Australian Government that cover full tuition fees, travel expenses and part of the monthly living costs of international students.

• Australia APEC Women in a research fellowship program

  This programme offers financial support to the underdeveloped section of society. The main focus is to empower female researchers, to increase their participation. The women who come from APEC economies and wish to pursue a research programme are the key benefit seekers. These grants are offered in partnership with Australian universities.

• Destination Australia program

  Mobility program financed by the Australian Government, which encourages both local and international students to enrol at academic institutions in the regional areas of Australia.

• Australia Awards

  The scholarships are offered by way of awards and recognition(generally merit-based). The leading providers are

  • Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT)
  • Officials of Australia
  • Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR).

• Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)

  To increase and allow the infrastructure of the research and development sector to fly high.

• Before the applicant decides to find a job in a country, it’s beneficial to carry extensive research on the recruiters in the areas one wishes to work in and the companies that are in requirement of skilled and industry-ready individuals in which someone specialises in. Find what's in demand and plan the career accordingly.
• There are some Qualities that employers always look for in a potential candidate which help in the job search. These include the ability to work as a team, good Analytical and communication skills, Experience with volunteer work, Flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Look for job prospects and requirements on various job portals and websites. One may look for various designations, required skill sets, salary for different roles, and potential employers based on previous experience and Qualification on these job portals.
• Upon finding suitable employers, one may either contact them via these job portals or directly contact them over email or phone.
• Upon finding suitable employers, the next step should be to do a thorough background search and find out more about them. This ideally should include:
  • Kind of sector they are involved in
  • Size and nature of the company
  • Their potential competitors
  • Information related to their clients and customers
  • Benefits for employees
• • Be ready to invest the required time and money
  • Since a few jobs may require registering in Australia or getting transcripts assessed. Also, the candidate will be required to apply for a work visa to successfully clear a job interview.

Some of the job sectors with the highest paying capacities in Australia are:

• Executive Management: A$190,000
• Legal Department: A$156,000
• Legal & Paralegal: A$154,000
• Financial Services: A$125,000

Top Australian industries recruiting international students are in the sector of

• Finance and insurance
• Medicine, Health Care and social assistance
• Scientific and Technical Services
• Education and training
• Media and Telecommunication