In fact, studying in Australia has the following advantages:
1. The environment is good and it adapts quickly.
Australia has a suitable climate, beautiful scenery and slow pace of life, and international students adapt quickly.
It is easier to apply for a work visa.
It is easier to apply for a work visa in Australia than in the United States. International students can apply for a 18-month visa to travel, work and learn English after graduation.
There are many famous universities in Australia.
In addition to Australia's top eight universities, there are also four universities that are very popular with international students, such as Sydney University of Technology, Macquarie University and Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.
4. Academic qualifications have high gold content and are recognized by many countries.
University of Melbourne, Australian National University, University of Sydney, University of Western Australia, etc. The academic qualifications of universities ranked in the world are recognized by many countries, and the academic qualifications are of high gold content, which is very helpful for students to find jobs after graduation.
5. Australian universities are better than British and American universities in applying.
The requirements for applying for eight Australian undergraduate courses are IELTS 6.5, with a single item of not less than 6.0, a high school GPA of more than 85%, and a graduation background from a key domestic high school. This application condition is much lower than that of the United States and Britain, and the chances of students being admitted are higher!
2. Application materials for studying in Australia
The materials needed for studying in Australia include passport, diploma (or proof of study), report card, IELTS test report, etc. In addition, some schools or majors will require CV and PS, and business majors may need to provide GAMT or GRE scores.
Design majors also need to provide portfolios and so on. Applicants with formal work experience also need to provide proof of work, and students applying for research courses need to prepare research plans and other materials.
1. Application materials for Australian schools
1, personal passport;
2. Graduation certificate or study certificate and transcripts;
Apply for an Australian undergraduate course: if you have graduated from high school, you need to provide a high school diploma and transcripts (it is recommended to do foreign notarization); If you haven't graduated from high school, you need to provide high school transcripts and proof of studying (it is recommended to do foreign notarization).
Apply for Australian graduate students: if you have graduated, please provide undergraduate diploma, degree certificate and transcript (notarization abroad is recommended); If you haven't graduated, you need to provide undergraduate transcripts and proof of studying (it is recommended to do a foreign-related notarization).
3. Language transcripts (application before studying in Australia is not mandatory, and qualified language scores can be supplemented after obtaining the conditional admission notice), including IELTS, TOEFL iBT, TOEFL pBT, Pearson PTE, etc. Students can choose any language test that suits them. (Pearson PTE is recommended)
Second, Australian schools apply for other materials.
1, CV and PS: The admission of students to Australian universities mainly depends on their academic background and personal achievements, so many professional applications do not require CV and PS. However, for students with work experience, especially those with long full-time work experience after graduation, relevant Australian universities will require applicants to provide resumes and PS as supplementary explanations.
2.GAMT or GRE: Business majors may need to provide GAMT or GRE scores, and design majors also need to provide portfolios.
3. Proof of work: Applicants with formal work experience should also provide proof of work. In addition, some postgraduate courses require work experience and proof of work.
4. Others: Information such as recommendation letter, resume, research plan and choice of research topics is also very important, especially for students applying for research courses. The research plan can explain the applicant's research direction, research methods, reasons for choosing this project, etc. , and try to highlight some personal substantive thinking about the project.
3. Overview of studying in Australia
1, clothes
Due to the differences between the northern and southern hemispheres, the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in China. When summer comes in China, Australia enters winter. September-165438+1October in spring, February-February in summer, March-May in autumn and June-August in winter. Although Australia has four distinct seasons, the temperature difference between the four seasons is not great. The temperature is about 25℃ to 35℃ in summer and 10℃ to 20℃ in winter. Many cities in Australia are concentrated by the sea. Even if you come here in summer, the cool sea breeze will bring you a cool mood.
Tip: Little friends should bring more clothes at home. In the choice of clothes, you don't need to bring too thick clothes and bedding to keep out the cold, but you still need basic clothes such as coats.
Step 2 eat
As a typical multicultural immigrant country, Australia doesn't have its own special cuisine, but it brings together exquisite cuisines from all over the world, including French cuisine, Italian cuisine, Indian cuisine, Japanese cuisine and Mexican cuisine, and there are many fast food restaurants to choose from. The average food cost is about 60 to 100 Australian dollars.
Before going abroad, most China students have never cooked, but after going abroad, more than 90% of them can cook. On the one hand, I'm afraid that domestic students who are used to Chinese food can't stand that all meals are hamburgers, sausages and other foods. In addition, although the price in Australia is not very high, it costs a lot of money to go out to eat, which is nearly a thousand Australian dollars a month. This is also a big expense for international students, so it is better to cook by yourself, which is both economical and affordable, and basically large supermarkets in Australia can buy vegetables, meat and various seasonings needed for domestic cooking.
At the same time, there are 65438+ shops in 0 yuan and 2 yuan selling cheap daily necessities.
Tip: If you do this, you will often go to the market to buy food. Between you and me, the fruit market in China City has a big sale at the price of 1 every day, and everything is fresh.
Step 3 be alive
In Australia, foreign students who have just arrived in the local area and are not familiar with the situation can temporarily stay with host families. The price is relatively high, but the safety can be guaranteed. Moreover, the host family also provides meals at a cost of 150-200 Australian dollars/week, which is very convenient and cost-effective for freshmen.
The screening of host families in Australia is strict, and the families providing boarding services must be Australian local residents, well-educated, with no criminal record, good health and no racial discrimination. Living with Australian families, international students can have more opportunities to learn about local customs and culture and truly experience western life.
Some schools in Australia do not provide dormitories, and students need to rent their own houses. Renting a house in Australia, far from the city center, will be relatively cheaper, and the house is cheaper than the apartment. When renting a house, you need to sign a contract with the landlord, pay a deposit, and bring your own kitchen utensils and bedding; Some houses may not even have furniture, but they need to bring their own.
Tip: Regarding the water fee, such as renting an apartment, the water fee is paid by the landlord; If it is a detached house, the renter has to pay for the extra water (Australia has a shortage of water resources and limited water consumption). In order to save money, students can share the rent, cook together and share the rent, water and telephone bills.
Step 4: ok
Public transportation: Australia's public transportation system covers a wide range and is relatively safe, including rail transit, buses and trams. Buses or trains run according to timetables, and timetables can be collected free of charge at stations and schools. In some states, such as New South Wales, international students can also enjoy preferential discounts on public transport.
If you buy a car, foreign students need to take a road test, get an Australian driver's license, and bear the expenses of vehicle registration, maintenance, auto insurance and maintenance. International students are advised to buy monthly tickets. In Melbourne, the monthly ticket is generally more than 80 Australian dollars per month, and you can take cars, trams and trains at any time.
Tip: If you need to take a bus frequently, it is recommended to buy a monthly ticket. In Melbourne, the monthly ticket is generally more than 80 Australian dollars per month, and you can take cars, trams and trains at any time.