POSTGRADUATE
DEGREES
IN AUSTRALIA
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WHY
AUSTRALIA?
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A major destination for international students, Australia is welcoming,
diverse, and cosmopolitan. Australian cities consistently rank among the
top international cities in quality of living and choices available for study.
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Australia offers a diverse range of study options for international
students, with more than 1,100 institutions and over 24,000 courses to
choose from.
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Australian research institutions are world renowned for the quality of their
education and research achievements; ranking favourably against other
leading innovative countries.
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By studying in Australia, you will receive a qualification that is
internationally recognised and sought after around the world. The
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) allows students to move
effortlessly through the Australian education system, and provides
an easy way for countries around the world to recognise quality
qualifications.
ustralia offers post-study work opportunities to international students
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with Australian degrees; providing students with the opportunity to stay
in Australia for up to four years to gain international work experience,
establish networks and further develop their careers.
Australia has a quality assurance system. The interests of students
coming to study on student visas in Australia are protected by the
Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) which
provides tuition protection for international students.
Many international students who have studied in Australia have gone
on to become successful business and community leaders around
the world.
An innovative country
Australia has produced 15 Nobel laureates
and everyday people around the world rely
on Australian discoveries and innovations
including:
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penicillin
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in vitro fertilisation (IVF)
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ultrasound
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Wi-Fi
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the Bionic Ear
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cervical cancer vaccine
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spray-on artificial skin
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the continuous positive airway pressure
(CPAP) device to treat sleep apnea
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black box flight recorders
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anti-counterfeiting technology for
banknotes
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long-wearing contact lenses
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observations which led to the discovery
of the accelerating expansion of
the universe.
POPULAR FIELDS OF
POSTGRADUATE STUDY
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Management, Business
and Commerce
Engineering and
Information Technology
Society and Culture
Health Sciences
Education
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has financial requirements you must meet in order to receive a
student visa. You can find an overview of general living costs on
the Study in Australia website.
Visit: www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/live-in-australia/
living-costs
Natural and
Physical Sciences
Architecture and Building
Creative Arts
Agriculture, Environmental
and related Studies.
Scholarships
Australian education institutions offer a range of scholarships
to international students. Visit the website of the institution
you plan to attend for more information about particular
scholarships. Alternatively you can search for scholarships on
the Study in Australia website.
Entry requirements
There is a range of entry requirements that you may need to
meet for your preferred education institution, course of study
and visa applications.
Visit: www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/scholarships
This can include:
■■ Academic requirements
■■ English language requirements
■■ Evidence of funds to support your study in Australia
■■ Overseas student health cover.
If you are enrolled in master’s by research or doctoral degree,
you can work unlimited hours when you commence your
studies. Please note: You cannot undertake work until you have
commenced your studies in Australia.
Working during your studies
Working after your studies
Before applying, you should contact the education institution’s
international office about specific entry requirements for your
course of study.
The Post-Study Work stream provides international students
with extended options for working in Australia. Eligible
graduates of a postgraduate degree under the Post-Study
Work stream may be eligible for a working visa for two, three
or four year’s duration, depending on the highest education
qualification obtained.
For information on visa applications visit:
www.border.gov.au/trav/stud
There are two types of postgraduate master’s degrees:
International students who have completed at least two years
of study in Australia have the opportunity to stay and work for
up to two years.
A Master’s by Coursework typically involves a program of classes
in a major field of study, plus a research project or dissertation. A
Master’s by Research involves intensive, self-directed research
leading to a thesis or major research project and generally is a
path to further research in a doctoral program. Both are one or
two years full-time study.
Visit: www.border.gov.au/trav/stud/post
OTHER STUDY OPTIONS
Applying for a professional doctorate or PhD
Contact your preferred education institution to discuss
professional doctorate and PhD processes. You may need to
provide a draft research project proposal before submitting a
formal application.
Australian education institutions also offer a range of flexible
study options for students who wish to experience an Australian
education without having to travel to Australia. These can be
online or through a partnered university, college or registered
training organisation. Online courses can include course content
delivered to you through video, podcasts and webinars.
FUNDING YOUR STUDIES
Many Australian education institutions have campuses or schools
located overseas to cater for those students who would prefer to
study at an Australian education institution in their own country.
The costs of studying and living in Australia can vary with the
institution and the course you choose to study, and where you
live. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection
Visit: www.studyinaustralia.gov.au
Updated 08.09.2015
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
To learn more about studying in Australia visit
www.studyinaustralia.gov.au
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