Travelling to a new country and immersing yourself in a new, strange culture is as intriguing to a human mind today as it was thousands of years ago. Many of Australia is an island continent in the Southern Hemisphere, lying between Antarctica and Asia. Students from around the world who are looking the study abroad know about the high quality education provided by top Australian colleges and universities. It is a well-known fact that Australia promotes innovation, independent thinking and creativity in all of its universities. They have a very challenging, fun and rewarding system of education and by successfully completing your degree here, you will find that you are competitive in today’s international job market.
If you are a study interested in studying in Australia, then one of the most important things to consider is your financial budget that you need in order to be comfortable. We, at Broadlink Education Consultancy, will not only help you plan your budget, but we will also provide you with various scholarship programs and immediate admission programs that make sure you are admitted to the best Australian colleges. Our Study in Australia program is designed to help you succeed. We will help you choose from thousands of courses that are offered, since we have the number one guides and consultants to help you from the beginning to the end. Our information center can even provide with knowledge on what to expect after graduation. So do join us and make your career goals and dreams come true.
There are many scholarships, student loans, and grants which can help support your financially needs while studying in Australia. The Australian Government, universities, and many other public and private organizations offer these financial aids. Some of the scholarship programs available for international students are as follows:
Australia Awards
This is a type of financial aid whose objective is to promote knowledge and connection between Australia and all international countries. The programs that fall under this category includes scholarships offered by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT), the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR).
International Postgraduate Research Scholarships
This is an educational program that focuses on developing the quality of research in Australia. The International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (IPRS) allows an international student to study in Australia with some of the best researchers in your line of study.
Australia APEC Women in Research Fellowship
Women from APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Corporation) economies are open to receiving this financial aid and is open to all hard-working female researchers for opportunities in partnership with Australian education and research institutions.
We, here at Broadlink Education Consultancy are closely affiliated with many Australian colleges. In the list below are a few of the colleges where we can effectively guarantee a place for you:
- Australian Catholic University
- Charles Darwin University
- University of Southern Queensland
- Griffith University
- Federal University
- Holmes Institute
- Central College, and
- Stanley College
If you are still curious about how life is like in Australia, then do click on the links below.
Map and Climate
Most parts of the Australian continent is flat and dry. Due to this reason, traditional Australian cultures of indigenous races have faced environmental variation and other impact upon their lifestyle. Conversely, this impact has not been as strong a factor for the immigrant cultures. This is because the majority of the settlement takes place in the coastal regions like Melbourne and Sydney, where the climate and vegetation are much more habitable than the rest of Australia.
As an international student, the climate in Australia may take some getting used to; as the Australian seasons are opposite to those in Nepal (i.e. they have winter when we have summer and vice-versa). The climate there varies widely depending on the area, since Australia has a variety of environments ranging from beaches to deserts to grazing lands to coral reefs. So it’s best to choose the region which best suits your needs before moving there.
What are Australians like?
Australians are generally laid-back, open and direct. They live in an extremely culturally diverse country. So, the variety in religion, language, history and art as well as their tolerance towards these things is a common sight. This is similar to the diversity in Nepal, although you will see many new ones that are sure to amuse you.
In practice, Australia is an egalitarian society; meaning that there are no distinctions in formal class. There are no segregations among people of different racial and ethnic backgrounds or even their incomes, and everyone is free to live where they like, attend the university they please and follow whichever religion and occupation they choose.
Australians generally call each other by their first names. You may notice that your Australian friends have difficulty pronouncing your name at first. Be patient and prepared that you may need to repeat your name more slowly. As your friendships and relations develop, your friends might even give you a nickname. This is very common in Australia and is considered a token of your friendship.
The Sporting Culture
I felt the need to write this subject in a separate topic because sports is a big part of the Australian culture. They love their sports whether its hockey, football, surfing, cricket, volleyball or many other sports, both outdoors and indoors. They are very outgoing and are extremely competitive when it comes to sports and other high-spirited activities.
Even if they don’t normally have an interest in the particular sport, most people watch the finals of major sporting events. Some popular events include the State of Origin and Melbourne Cup. If you are looking to make some friends, then joining a sports club at your college, or even just going to a sporting event is advised. There are various international standard sports centers (e.g. basketball courts, football fields, etc) inside the college premise itself. But if not, there are many that are nearby the city center.
Australians are not very fond of people who aren’t very active. Even working on your health and fitness is considered a plus point in the Australian community. It might not mean much in the beginning but this will help you in the long run.
Multiculturalism and the Australian Culture
The Aboriginal (native) people were the first to settle in Australia when they arrived by boat from South East Asia during the last Ice Age at least 50,000 years ago, and have long settled there. However, in the past few hundred years, other modern races of the world have migrated there and now call it their home. In fact, this migration has blossomed so well that today, Australia has one of the most stable economies on the planet. If you are planning to pursue your education there, then you will be migrating like all races of man to the island continent.
Today, Australia is the central hub of cultures from not only in and around Oceania, but also all around the world. The convenient location of all major cities around the coastal area has made it possible for various businesses to import the needs of those international cultures by many sea routes and air routes. You can find that there are certain places that serve South Asian cuisine exclusively, and this includes Nepali dishes as well.
But on the other hand, according to numbeo.com, eating a three course meal at a restaurant costs AU$80. This is quiet expensive and is around 12.4% more than even countries such as the U.S. Not only the meals, but the overall consumer and rent prices are a lot higher than the U.S. So, it is advised that one must have a sound financial plan before leaving for Australia.
As for accommodation, most colleges provide well facilitated dorms (also known in Australia as ‘villages’). If you find it costly or that isn’t your style, then there are various Nepali and other South Asian communities who have been known to lend people a hand in times of need. Living independently is the Australian lifestyle but if you ever find yourself in a hassle or unable to make a decision, then don’t hesitate to reach out. Nevertheless it’s even better if you have a friend or a relative already there or are going with you. This way you can share the rent and live with them.
It is multiculturalism that has made living in Australia so fascinating, but there are a few cases of racism known to occur from time to time. It is, of course, being appropriately dealt with since Australian economy and cultural lifestyle has been booming in the past 5 years with decrease in crime rate. For this reason, Australia is not only the hub of cultures from all over the globe but also an exciting place to spend your college life.