Right Program

The Australian education system offers the international student many options to practice, from ESL programs to graduate degree programs. Australia also has very strong vocational and technical programs through the TAFE (Technical and Further Education) system. Here is a list of the most popular type of programs offered to international students in Australia:

ESL - English as a Second Language
Most of the international students who come to Australia enroll in an thorough ESL program (known in Australia as ELICOS) to improve their English. This number is growing as students choose the multicultural atmosphere of Australia to learn English.

There are hundreds of institutions that presently offer English language programs and they differ from place to place. Programs accommodate to all levels, from beginner to advanced, and there are normally no admission requirements. Students will also take an ESL program as a foundation for their studies in Australia.

Undergraduate/ Graduate Degrees
There are 39 registered universities in Australia offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

VET - Vocational Education and Training
Australia’s VET system, called TAFE (Technical and Further Education) is a network of institutions that offer programs that are both practical and career-orientated. These programs facilitate students to begin their career path with study and work all rolled into one program. The main benefit to employers of VET graduates is that they know the individual has practical, work place experience as well as the theoretical background.

Private/ Specialize Colleges
There are lots of colleges in Australia that offer diplomas, or certificates in most every area of study. These private/ specialized colleges vary in price depending on the school but they all fundamentally offer program that can range from 3 months to 3 year. Credits from these courses may be able to be transferred to universities, but this it dependent on the college and its relationship with Australian Universities.