Where to Study

Adelaide

Study in Adelaide

Renowned as Australia's food and wine capital and for its flourishing arts scene, Adelaide is a choice destination to escape the hustle and bustle of big-city living whilst still enjoying all the benefits of a metropolitan environment.

This coastal city offers the best of both worlds: a sophisticated urban landscape set against an inviting backdrop of lush parklands. Adelaide boasts classical and modern architecture, spacious boulevards and is located a stone's throw away from sandy white beaches and from some of South Australia's award-winning wine regions.

Never a dull moment, this city also plays host to some of Australia's celebrated contemporary arts and cultural festivals. Amongst them are international music festivals; Tasting Australia, Tour Down Under Bike Race, a biennial food and wine festival; and the Adelaide Christmas Pageant, the world's largest Christmas parade.

If you are looking for a conducive study, work, and/or travel destination, Adelaide's perfectly manicured city centre and sprawling natural landscape is the place to be.

Brisbane

Brisbane

The centre of Australia's fastest growing state is also the country's third largest city.

Built on the banks of the Brisbane River, the city provides the ideal cosmopolitan experience: fast- growing with an active outdoorsy lifestyle.

Young and vibrant, Brisbane has much to offer with its diverse natural surroundings, modern infrastructure, and cultural and sporting events throughout the year. Brisbane is home to some of Queensland's highly regarded tourist attractions such as Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Story Bridge, Portside Wharf, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, and Brisbane Forest Park.

Day tours to Brisbane's outskirts and beyond is also a must for all visitors to experience all that Queensland has to offer with its famed Australia Zoo, theme parks, beaches, and whale-watching expeditions. Yes, there is much to do in Brisbane and with its subtropical weather, natural flora and fauna, and emphasis on the work balance lifestyle, Brisbane is definitely a popular holiday and study destination for international and local dwellers alike.

Darwin

Darwin

Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory and is the only major city in Australia's vast northern region.

Darwin has strong connections to Asia and maintains a relaxed, cosmopolitan, and tropical atmosphere. There are a number of excellent academic institutions where you can study in Darwin offering learning experiences from English language to university.

These provide a wide range of options for students to select the path that is right for them. If you choose to study in Darwin you will find a great place to relax and make friends and enjoy life with activities such as shopping at the many markets, taking in some night time entertainment, or visiting the natural wonders nearby.

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

A spectacular coastline, World Heritage listed rainforest, exciting city centre, theme parks, shopping, restaurants and year round events.

Fun is at the heart of any Gold Coast holiday with attractions such as Dreamworld, White Water World, Sea World, Warner Bros. Movie World, Wet 'n' Wild Water World, Australian Outback Spectacular, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Infinity delivering worlds of thrills and wildlife encounters.

It is more than the man made experiences which excite travellers to the Gold Coast; there is 70 kilometres of famous beaches, 100,000 hectares of World Heritage rainforest, unique Australian wildlife, dozens of Hinterland wineries and a network of islands in the calm Gold Coast Broadwater to keep everyone busy and active.
Natural attractions are central with legendary beaches and waterways a major feature, providing an idyllic backdrop for boating excursions, scenic flights and surf-based activities. Less than 30 minutes from the beach is Australia's largest expanse of sub-tropical rainforest, bordered by rural farmland and bush where travellers can encounter Australia's unique native wildlife and experience a taste of country life.

The Gold Coast is celebrated as one of Australia's best shopping destinations, with everything from seven day late night shopping in Surfers Paradise, new retail precincts in Broadbeach and some of the nation's largest shopping centres such as Pacific Fair and Robina Town Centre. Community markets are very popular right across the Gold Coast with farmers markets and craft markets held weekly from Main Beach to Mount Tamborine.

At night the countless city lights make for a spectacular setting and entice holiday makers onto the streets in search of evening fun in this multicultural destination. Hundreds of restaurants, cafes and bars are open late into the night when everyone enjoys a mix of local and international food, fun and music. Famous for fresh seafood, tropical fruits and the best locally grown vegetables; the region has been blessed with great ingredients for world class cuisine.

The great year round climate of the Gold Coast also makes it a popular event city with major events such as the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Magic Millions Carnival, Quiksilver and Roxy Pro Surfing Championships, Tastes of Gold Coast Festival, Big Day Out, V Festival, Gold Coast Airport Marathon and Gold Coast Titans providing great event experiences for visitors.

Above all, the Gold Coast presents a safe and fun destination where students can freely explore and experience the very best that Australia has to offer.

Hobart

Hobart

Hobart (population 160,000) is Australia's southern most - and smallest - capital city. Hobart is a riverside city with a busy harbour and surrounding mountains.

It offers a relaxed atmosphere, numerous parks and attractive homes, making it one of Australia's most charming and enjoyable cities.

Although many Australians regard Hobart as conservative and provincial, it does have a thriving arts scene. Tasmania offers heritage wilderness and unspoilt natural beauty and is known as one of the last great wilderness areas in the world.

Melbourne

Melbourne

Officially voted "The World's Most Liveable City", Melbourne is a dynamic and colourful metropolis.

Melbourne's artistic and cultural elements extend from world-class operas, theatre productions and concerts to music and film festivals, international exhibitions and boutique galleries.

Melbourne's renowned dining scene is as distinctive as the city itself, reflecting its multicultural diversity. There is a wide range of cuisines and endless flavours offered at pubs and bistros, local cafes and fine dining venues scatted throughout inner city surrounds.

Those who prefer home style cooking can venture to the many local produce markets like the Queen Victoria Market for the freshest of ingredients Melbourne has to offer. As Australia's sporting capital Melbourne hosts events such as the Australian Tennis Open, the Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final, major international cricket matches, the Spring Racing Carnival and Australian Formula One Grand Prix. The state of Victoria offers a diverse natural wonderland, boasting some of the most beautiful scenery in the world including beaches, mountain rain forests and refreshing city gardens.

Perth

Perth

Western Australia's five world class universities and a wide variety of primary and secondary schools, vocational providers and English language colleges provide quality assured education and training, with flexible study pathways and state-of-the-art facilities.

Perth offers one of the highest standards of living in the world, and yet is more affordable than the UK and the USA. You will receive a 40% discount on all public transport, and buses within the central business districts of Perth, Joondalup and Fremantle are free for everyone!

The city enjoys a Mediterranean climate with perfect blue skies and a pollution-free environment. Perth also has a relatively low crime rate compared to other major cities, making its campuses, transport and city streets safe and secure. People of more than 200 different nationalities live in Perth, speak over 170 languages and practice over 100 religions. There are numerous places of worship with most restaurants and campuses catering for religious and dietary requirements.

Perth also has many ethnic communities, allowing you to connect with people who have similar interests and backgrounds. So no matter where you're from, you'll always feel welcome and respected.

Whilst you are on your study break in Perth, don't miss the opportunity to travel out of the city and experience the breathtaking natural phenomena that Western Australia has to offer.

You can swim with wild dolphins at Monkey Mia, trek the 350-million-year-old Bungle Bungle range, dive with the largest fish in the world at Ningaloo Reef, try your luck at finding gold in Kalgoorlie, surf the awesome waves at Margaret River, climb the towering Karri trees of the South West... the list goes on!

Sydney

Sydney

A vibrant and unforgettable city, Sydney's unique character stems from its people and its spectacular setting on Sydney Harbour.

Sydney's artistic and cultural elements extends from world-class operas, theatre productions and concerts to music and film festivals, international exhibitions and boutique galleries.

This cosmopolitan city is renowned for its iconic beaches, World Heritage areas and lush hinterland while the state of New South Wales features rugged mountains and acclaimed wine regions that are easily accessible by road or public transport. Ranked first in the Asia Pacific for quality of life, Sydney caters to all your needs. Jobs are plentiful, education is world class and you will not be strapped for choice when it comes to dining and nightlife with the Kings Cross and Bondi districts offering food and entertainment 24 hours a day!

Whether you seek exhilaration, relaxation or exploration, Sydney has something for you and is one of the world's most attractive urban environments to study and live.