Australia is the most preferred destination to study abroad. Every year the country has managed to attract thousands of students. The main reason for such charm is the extreme flexible education system offering practical vocational college, high-infra equipped universities and professional year programs to support the students before aggressively indulging in the corporate culture.
The country is suitable for every Nepalese students in terms of affordability, quality education, living condition and employment opportunities.
With 22,000 courses and 1200+ Academic Institutes, the country does offer a larger spectrum in the education field. Surprising there are more than 2.5 million international students who have ventured their education from the Australian Universities.
To urge the students towards education several Scholarship & Aids are available for International Students.
Tertiary Education
It consists of University education, Technical & Further Education (TAFE) and Vocational Education & Training (VET). Australia has total 43 universities amongst which 40 of it is operated by the Australian Government, 2 are international universities and 1 is a private university.
With each passing years the number of students enrolled in TAFE & VET are increasing, they are searching more of skilled development studies rather than University degree. Another reason for it may be lower fee structure. Short courses, certificate courses, diplomas and advanced diplomas are offered to the students.
Degree Education
Australian Government has developed Australian Qualification Framework (AQF). Under this, the Government has urged flexibility in the education where the students can move from one level of study to the next by transferring their previous study credit. Following are the AQF’s degree approved by the Australian Government;
Doctorate
Master Degree (Research)
Master Degree (Extended)
Master Degree (Coursework)
Bachelor Degree
Bachelor Degree (honors)
Diploma
Advanced Diploma
Associate Degree (Associate Diploma/ AQF Diploma)
Agriculture: Bio-technology, Agriculture Science, Horticulture, Forestry
Hospitality & tourism: Tourism management, Hotel management, Commercial cookery
Art & design: Public Relations, Literature, Communications, Philosophy, History, Psychology, Foreign Language Studies.
Visual & Performing Arts: Graphic Arts, Art, Fashion, Crafts, Music, Performing Arts.
Education: Special Education, Early Childhood, Teaching, Early Childhood.
Science: Chemistry, Pharmacology, Environmental Science
Engineering & Technology: Electrical, Electronics, Structural, Chemical, Automotive, Civil, Telecommunications, Mining, Aeronautical, General Engineering, Industrial, Computer, Mechatronics.
Law & Business: Business Administration, Economics, HR, Management, Accounting, CPA, Finance.
Health & Sciences: Pharmacy, Nursing, Nutrition, Public Health, Environment Health, Family Health Care.
Vocational & Training Courses: January, May, June, October
Foundation Courses: February (intake may differ as per the Universities)
Under-graduate Courses: February, July & November
Post-graduate Courses: March, July & November
Doctoral degree: Depends on the project requirement.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The general criteria that every student must fulfill in order to get admission in Australian Universities are;
For Under-graduate/ Post-graduate programs, minimum IELTS score required is 6.0 & 6.5, not less than 6 in each section.
15 years of education from a recognized under-graduate universities or institute
Strong Academic background (involvement in extra-circular activities, adds a credit)
For students deciding to join MBA should showcase relevant work experience
IELTS/TOFEL/PTE (whichever is applicable)
Academic marksheets & transcripts
Application form & fees
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Letter of Recommendations
Affidavit financial documents (Declaration & certification of finances)
Resume
12 years of schooling or a High-school certificate
Minimum academic score of 60 per cent will be an advantage
Technical subjects, such as Mathematics, Science will hold benefit
IELTS/TOFEL/PTE (whichever is applicable)
Academic marksheets & transcripts
Application form & fees
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Letter of Recommendations
Affidavit financial documents (Declaration & certification of finances)
Resume
On arrival Orientation programs
Health, counseling, lodging and employment service
International student counselor
From scratch NIBC Education Foundation assists the student in the following manner;
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