Australia is one of the most popular destinations among Indian students. Its cities are marvelled for their architecture and landscaping, it boasts of 'A' class universities and vocational schools, and has alluring features like affordability and accessibility. No wonder education is the third largest industry in Australia.
The course most in demand, which is also directly proportional to the demand in the international job market, is, Accounting. You can choose to go in for a diploma or a Masters. If you are looking for something short-term, then courses like;
- Hair dressing,
- Hospitality,
- Construction,
- Building,
- Community welfare,
- Plumbing and
- Automotive are your pick.
Aviation too is another exciting prospect for those geared to fly high. With so many private airlines operating in the domestic circuit in India, and almost as many opportunities abroad, it remains a lucrative option. Courses are manned by the Civil Aviation Authority of Australia and the only university providing it is the Institute of TAFE, Melbourne. Other universities to look out for are:
- University of Sydney
- Monash University,
- University of Queensland
- University of Adelaide
- University of Tasmania
- The University of Western Australia
The unique selling point of an Australian Degree is that it takes three years, which is one year shorter than a US four-year degree and also, it costs much less (40 per cent-60 per cent) than a UK or US degree. Nearly 37,000 Indian students were enrolled in Australian institutions YTD (Year to Date) March 2007, which is an increase of almost 50% as compared to the enrolments in the same period in the previous year.
Australia offers a diverse range of courses such as
- Undergraduate,
- Post Graduate,
- Vocational,
- Technical and school programmes
- Foundation studies that give international students the knowledge and skills for a smooth transition from learning in their home country, to undergraduate studies in Australian universities.
Additionally, non-self-accrediting higher education providers accredited by State and Territory authorities, number more than 150 and are listed on State and Territory registers. These include several that are registered in more than one State and Territory. The non-self-accrediting higher education providers form a very diverse group of specialised, mainly private, providers that range in size and include theological colleges and other providers that offer courses in areas such as;
- Business,
- Information technology,
- Natural therapies,
- Hospitality,
- Health,
- Law and
- Accounting.
