Overview of the training system
The Australian training and education system offers over 12,000 courses that are recognised internationally and are of world-class standard. The cost of living and tuition fees in Australia compare well with most other countries, with quality tuition being more affordable in Australia than the United Kingdom or the USA.
Australia offers a safe studying environment for international students, and a standard of living that is among the highest in the world.
Australia has the third-largest number of international students in the English-speaking world behind the USA and the United Kingdom, but in many countries Australia is the most popular destination for international study.
Australia has a standardised system of qualifications, and together with a great lifestyle. It is no wonder more than 180,000 international students choose to study in Australia. These strengths, together with Australia's long history of teaching international students, is proof that international students in Australia and their parents enjoy a level of service and financial protection that is unrivalled.
Australia has a dynamic multicultural society in which students can learn and travel in an English-speaking country. There are also the added advantages of being in close proximity to Asia, and the fact that international students can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full-time during vacation periods.
Emphasis is placed on not only understanding concepts, but also on their applications and theories. This includes the ability to critically examine different viewpoints and arguments, to collect and analyse data, to develop an argument in a logical form and participate in discussion and debate with other students and teachers. This is an active learning process and not a passive listening one. Should assistance to develop a student's study skills be required, most institutions offer counselling services.
Find out more about the Training System on the Train and Employ website.
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