Things Every Indonesian Student Should Know Before Studying in Australia

Australia’s advanced and innovative educational institutions are in high demand and recognised as world class. In 2016, half a million international students were enroled and studying in different Australian institutions. The country is also a destination of choice for Indonesians as thousands of Indonesian students reach the country every year to pursue their higher education. And, there are plenty of reasons to study in Australia for Indonesian students.

Many Australian cities share a time zone with Indonesia and have direct flights to Indonesia. However, the popularity of Australia among Indonesian students isn’t only because Australian universities are close to family and friends.

Indonesian students studying in Australia can tell better about the Australian top-ranked universities and world-class education system. In fact, many of them recognise that Australia’s more than 40 universities are global leaders in terms of reputation, quality and professionalism. Seven out of them are ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. Various newer education institutions have quickly made their mark as well. Interestingly, the 2016 Times rankings have shown that 16 Australian universities are included in the list of top 100 universities under 50 years old.

In addition to that, Australia is affordable compared to the US and other European universities. Recent data released by the 2016 Economist Cost of Living Survey exhibits that Australian cities rank well outside among the most expensive cities in the world. On the other hand, study in Australia Scholarship offered by the Australian government is like an icing on the cake for international students.   

Australia Awards for Indonesians

These international fellowships and scholarships funded by the Australian government provide students with the opportunity to study and undertake research in areas related to their country’s development.

Though Australian Awards are provided to all international students, in 2012 Indonesia was the most prominent recipient country. The grant covers the costs of tuition fee, health cover, return air travel, and a contribution to living expenses.

Role of Expert Education Consultants

Choosing the right country and then right university to study abroad is not an easy but essential task. Here is where the need for an expert arises. Whether you want to know about the Australian scholarships, universities, Australia skilled migration or anything else, you will need an expert to guide you.

AECC Global is a leading education consultancy in Indonesia. The agency has been offering top-class education consultancy services for a very long time and has become popular among Indonesian students.