Why study in Australia this July?

Are you independent, innovative and creative? Are you looking for a learning experience that develops your knowledge and practical skills to give you a head start in your chosen career?

Australia could just be the place for you. Australia is a dynamic, multicultural and beautiful country. Students benefit from a safe, friendly and sophisticated society where learning and education are highly valued.

Australia also attracts the third highest number of international students after the US and the UK, so you will be in good company.

Australia also offers excellent value for money and a standard of living which is among the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs in Australia are considerably less expensive than those in the UK and US.

Remember, if you want to study in Australia in 2007, you need to apply by 15 April 2007 for the July intake. Ask us today!

Study and living costs
The average international student in Australia spends about $335 per week on accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, telephone and incidental costs.

This is a realistic guide, but it is important to remember that your costs will vary by location, course and lifestyle.

To be granted a student visa in Australia you must show that you have enough money to pay for living expenses, education costs and travel for the duration of the course. It is important to remember this when budgeting for an international education.

You can apply to work part-time after you have commenced your studies in Australia, but the money you earn should not be used as your only source of income and cannot be part of your budget for a student visa application. You can work for up to 20 hours per week and full time in the vacations.

Tuition fees
International students are charged up-front tuition fees in Australia. These fees are very affordable and are consistently less expensive than those in the UK or US.

Some institutions make an additional charge to cover other student costs. These may include student organisation membership, library and laboratory costs and sports facility costs. You may also have to pay a specific charge for excursions, books, stationery and other essential material for some courses.

Institutions will advise you how and when to pay your tuition fees.

Search, compare and apply to your course today:
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Accommodations costs
You can choose from a variety of high standard student accommodation available to suit different budgets and needs. Some of these options are listed below.

• University accommodation - A$80-A$250 per week
• Hostel - A$80-A$135 per week
• Homestay - A$110-A$270 per week
• Rental accommodation - A$70-A$350 per week

Your future. Your career.
Studying in Australia gives you a competitive edge.

The combination of a recognised qualification and access to the latest technology and research excellence will open doors to many opportunities. You will gain skills to launch your career and set you apart in the eyes of employers.

Ask us today!

Don’t miss out on your course of choice: Important deadlines for your application

Australia and New Zealand – Apply now to start in July/August 2007. You should submit your application and supporting documents by mid-April. Keep in mind that you do not need to scan and attach your documents, a counsellor can do this for you. Contact a counsellor for assistance with selecting a course or completing your applications.

USA and Canada – The main term starts in September 2007 for most institutions. English language schools and some other institutions allow students to start throughout the year. Application deadlines vary and we encourage you to apply well in advance for best consideration and to allow time to apply for a visa (for example, apply soon in order to start in September 2007). Keep in mind that you do not need to scan and attach your documents, a counsellor can do this for you. Contact a counsellor for assistance with selecting a course or completing your applications.

UK – Apply now to start in September 2007. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible for best consideration. Applications should be submitted to StudyLink by the end of June. Our counsellors are happy to help you find a course and institution to meet your background and interests. Contact a counsellor to discuss your study plans.

Try Tasmania for learning and leisure (Australia)

Try Tasmania for learning and leisure (Australia)
If you’re serious about learning and developing, the University of Tasmania could be for you.

Boasting a five star rating from the Good Universities Guide 2004, the University of Tasmania (UTAS) is among Australia’s top ten universities in terms of receipt of Australian Research Council Grants.

Isabel Yanjun Wang, a former Master of Education student from China, said the UTAS developed her ability to teach and conduct research related to tertiary education.

“I found independent learning and critical and analytic thinking to be the highlights of my studies,” Isabel said.

Tasmania also provides the opportunity to have a lot of fun. With its beautiful island location, Tasmania is well known for its unspoilt and unique wilderness.

UTAS Chemistry graduate David Schaller said Tasmania gave him the chance to rock climb and enjoy bushwalking in remote areas, and to sailboard and surf on deserted beaches.

“I can happily say that I do not intend returning to Germany in the near future,” David said. “Everyone from Germany that I’ve met in Tasmania has had a ball and often prolonged their stay way past their expected departure dates."

The university’s main campuses are in Hobart and Launceston where the cost of living compares favourably against many other study destinations. In both cities most students are able to live within walking distance of the university. The university itself also provides value for money as your tuition fees are frozen at their starting levels for the duration of your course.

This year the university is introducing many exciting new courses:

• Bachelor of Design Teaching;
• Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Business Administration;
• Bachelor of Exercise Science;
• Bachelor of Health Science with Honours;
• Bachelor of Marine Science with Honours;
• Bachelor of Medical Research with Honours;
• Bachelor of Visual Communication with Honours;
• Graduate Diploma in Counselling;
• Master of Architecture;
• Master of Architecture with Honours;
• Master of Rehabilitation Counselling;
• and PhD in Philosophy (Physical Science).

If you’d like to find out more about studying in Australia’s island state, contact a counsellor.

Want a competitive edge? Think University of Cincinnati (USA)

We live in a competitive world — a world where we need to continuously seek opportunities if we’re to get ahead of the pack.

The University of Cincinnati can give you the edge over other students through its Cooperative Education Program.

Cooperative Education is the practice of alternating your studies with paid work related to your major. It may be a term new to many of us but, with its program ranked among the best in the US*, Cooperative Education is something the University of Cincinnati knows a lot about.

The University of Cincinnati is the global birthplace of cooperative education. In 1906, 27 engineering students at the university piloted the program and now, 100 years and 43 countries later, generations of students worldwide have followed their lead.

The university’s links with industry stretch beyond the cooperative program. Its alliances with major computing vendors such as SAP, Microsoft, Oracle, Dell and IBM ensure you always have access to the latest software and hardware on campus. Plus the UC has its own mobile plan that allows you to get free phones and discounted service plans.

Other reasons the university attracts students from 100 different countries include its nationally recognised faculty, its extensive range of academic programs, and students’ ability to study abroad, conduct research and lead clubs and organisations.

All this at a cutting-edge urban campus that’s just minutes away from the entertainment and cultural opportunities that led to Cincinnati being named one of America’s “Best Cities”.

*U.S. News & World Report

To learn more about cooperative education or studying at UC, contact a counsellor.

Newcastle University biotech company (UK)

A biotechnology company co-founded by Newcastle University has been bought for 150 million dollars by the pharmaceuticals giant, AstraZeneca.

Arrow Therapeutics Ltd, which specialises in the discovery and development of anti-viral therapies, was established in 1998, as a 'spin out' company by Newcastle, Cambridge and Oxford Universities and University College London.

Arrow employs 57 staff at its London laboratories and offices and also funds medical research at Newcastle University. Three scientists are employed under contract at Newcastle University, supervised by Alastair Hawkins, Professor of Molecular Genetics in the School of Biomedical Sciences and a founder of Arrow.

Arrow made a research investment in the university which funded the refurbishment of the School of Biomedical Sciences’ laboratories.

Professor Hawkins said Arrow’s investment had also funded PhD students and facilitated the purchase of specialist scientific instrumentation that has further stimulated basic academic research.

Professor Trevor Page, Pro-Vice Chancellor for External Affairs and Research Liaison at Newcastle University said Arrow was an excellent example of how university research could directly benefit society.

“Not only are we contributing to the UK economy but we are directly benefiting people, such as the patients receiving new treatments and those who occupy the high quality jobs we are creating,” Professor Page said.

Newcastle University is no stranger to the success of its spin out companies. In 2003, the university was cited as an example of excellence in technology transfer after it made over £5m from the sale of Novocastra, a spin-out company that specialises in equipment used in hospitals to diagnose cancer.

Contact a counsellor to learn more about studying at the commercially savvy Newcastle University.

Vatel — a top hotel & tourism management school (France)

Whether ranked by the public or by industry professionals, Vatel is a leader in its field.

The institution was recently ranked second in the Institute of Public Surveys’ “Top Ten Hotel Schools in Europe” and was recipient of the 2003 Worldwide Hospitality Award in the category of “Best Training Programme”.

Vatel owes this international professional recognition to its distinctive teaching concept that alternates theory and practice and gives students the opportunity to acquire practical experience in the school's demonstration restaurants and hotels, all of which are open to the public. With fourteen campuses spread over four continents, the school attracts 1,200 students each year. Sixty per cent of Vatel's students are from France (where the school was founded) and from other European countries, while 40 per cent hail from other nations.

Vatel is an affiliate of a number of international professional associations. The relationships developed with major hotel groups both nationally and internationally enable students to undertake paid internships in highly renowned establishments pre-selected by the school. Eighty-five schools and universities around the world have established partnerships with Vatel, thus forming a network for international exchanges.

Graduates of the school have gone into the fields of Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, Sales and Marketing, Housekeeping Management, Human Resources Management and Consulting.

If you’d like to move ahead with your tourism management career, contact a counsellor.

Learn Japanese in Japan

With 85 per cent of its graduates successfully entering Japanese universities each year, Kansai Kokusai Gakuin is a popular choice for international students wanting to study Japanese.

The school has eleven years’ experience in teaching Japanese to foreign students and caters for absolute beginners right through to those who want to use Japanese on a practical social level and enter Japanese university. The school can also help you to organise dormitory accommodation while you study.

Kansai Kokusai Gakuin is located in the heart of 0saka, a lively commercial centre with a multicultural population. Being home to two of Japan's top universities, as well as artistic and cultural institutions, Osaka is an ideal place for learning. There is also plenty to do when you aren’t studying. The historic centres of Kyoto and Nara are within easy reach of Osaka, as is the port city of Kobe.

The school is now receiving applications from students to join its three-month language courses. So if you’d like to learn about the Japanese language, culture and people with Kansai Kokusai Gakuin, contact a counsellor today.