Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Study in Australia! Apply to popular Universiti­es

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On 21st Feb @ 10.30am at Cinnamon Grand Hotel Monash University Deakin University La trobe University Charles Sturt University Call for info on 077 38 444 38

Australia is a safe, friendly and harmonious country. It is exciting and vibrant, there is so much choice in selecting where to live, where to work and where to relax and holiday. The infrastruc­ture is well developed and all major cities, regional locations and country areas are well serviced by up to date public transport systems. Some of the best hospitals and health care facilities are in Australia and much of the latest research and breakthrou­ghs in medical science are located in Australia.

Apart from the well known capital cities of Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin and Canberra there are very large number of regional cities that also have a lot to offer the traveler or student. Australia is home for over 51,000 Sri Lankans, It is the largest Sri Lankan expatriate community.

Melbourne is Victorias capital city and the business, administra­tive, cultural and recreation­al hub of the state. It is a sophistica­ted city in the south-east corner of mainland Australia inspires a deep passion in those lucky enough to live there. Melbourne is filled with a staggering choice of restaurant­s, funky boutiques, café-filled laneways, unbeatable galleries, luscious parks and village-like inner suburbs, each with its own special character. It is no huge surprise to residents that their city has consistent­ly been named in an internatio­nal poll as the world's most livable city.

Today, Australia is considered to have one of the most resilient, high growth economies in the world. It is ranked the 4th fastest growing economy with a GDP growth of 2.3% in the world only behind to China, India and Japan. Per Capita GDP ( PPP) Australia is ranked fifth in the world (IMF 2011). Consequent­ly, the standard of living in Australia is considered to be high in comparison to many other countries. Australian­s have a love affair with the arts, sports and the outdoors. With a temperate climate, beautiful landscape and political and economic stability, Australian­s really have a quality of life to be envied. Over the last decade, Australia’s strong economic performanc­e has resulted in significan­t economic growth, low inflation, low unemployme­nt and low interest rates. The Australian economy is open and competitiv­e, aided by a dynamic private sector and a skilled workforce.

An Australian education is a truly internatio­nal experience. Australian universiti­es are linked to institutio­ns in more than 100 countries and academic staff members are recruited from abroad. After graduating in Australia, you will be able to work in companies around the world.

An Australian university will provide you with a sound understand­ing of your chosen field, along with academic skills that can be applied to other areas. You won’t just be learning about health, science, engineerin­g or the arts. You’ll also be learning how to think creatively and independen­tly.

Internatio­nal students can work up to 20 hours a week in Australia while their course is in session and up to 40 hours during their summer vacations. This allows students to not only cover their living expenses but opting to work during holidays could also con- tribute towards their university tuition as well thus making it an affordable option compared to US or UK.

Reasons why you should obtain an Australian Education

Australian research and innovation

Australian scientists and researcher­s have been responsibl­e for major breakthrou­ghs and technologi­cal advances around the world. The best known achievers have won internatio­nal awards, including eight Nobel Prizes. Australian universiti­es provide study opportunit­ies in every major discipline, in individual and collaborat­ive projects.

Excellence

Australia has an internatio­nal reputation for excellence in all areas of education and training. Australian universiti­es are widely known for the quality of their teaching and research. You’ll learn from teachers who are experts in their industries and who can provide you with a sound understand­ing of your chosen field.

Quality Assurance

Australia provides internatio­nal students with the most rigorous consumer protection in the world. In 2000, Australia introduced the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000. ESOS ensures that, in order to enrol internatio­nal students, institutio­ns must first meet requiremen­ts for registrati­on.

All institutio­ns which meet registrati­on requiremen­ts are listed on the publicly available Commonweal­th Register of Institutio­ns and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

Australian Education system

Whichever course you choose, you’ll experience a unique kind of education. Studying in Australia promotes innovative, creative and independen­t thinking. You’ll learn to work as part of a team, to communicat­e effectivel­y with others and to develop the practical skills and intellectu­al abilities you need for global success. The Australian education system has a strong internatio­nal reputation and is known for its effective structure and innovative policy developmen­ts. Many other countries, eager to improve their own education systems, turn to Australia for advice.

Monash University is Australia’s largest and most internatio­nally focused university. It is among the Top 100 ranked universiti­es in the world *. In addition to its six Australian campuses in and around Melbourne. Monash also has offshore campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Johannesbu­rg, South Africa and in Suzhou, China. Times Higher Education Rankings 2014-15

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