Education in Australia
Introduction to Australian Education
Australia used to be a British colony, and now it has always belonged to the Commonwealth of Nations. Therefore, Australia's education system is inherited from the United Kingdom and is recognized globally. Australia has a world-class level of education. With less than 0.5% of the world's population, Australia contributes 3% of the world's scientific research results. There are 43 universities in Australia, each of which has its own characteristics. The strongest universities are called the "Group of Eight", which is comparable to the Ivy League of the United States and ranks in the top 100 in the world. 60% Of Australian universities are among the top 500 in the world. Moreover, China and Australia have signed an agreement on mutual recognition of academic qualifications, which provides a two-way guarantee for Chinese students applying to immigrate to Australia or return to work after graduation. In addition, the quality of education in Australia’s primary and secondary schools ranks among the best in the world. Large cities such as Sydney and Melbourne have many elite schools.
The quality of education in Australia is of first-rate level, with 38 universities and more than 230 technical colleges in the country. These universities and technical colleges are almost all government public schools (except for the two private universities). Their education system is under the jurisdiction of the state government, so the administrative system is slightly different from state to state, but basically the quality of education is controlled and managed by the Australian federal government. Therefore, each school can maintain an average but at the same time high educational quality. The diplomas of each school are mutually recognized by the states and are accepted throughout the country. Australia’s academic qualifications are widely recognized by countries all over the world, including our country.
Education system
The Australian education system is divided into five major parts. They are:
1. University;
2. A vocational training system composed of the Institute of Technology and Continuing Education (TAFE);
3. English tuition schools (ELICOS) that provide English tuition courses for overseas students;
4. Private schools that offer business, hotel management, and aviation courses;
5. Primary and secondary schools.
Education at all levels
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Australia’s primary education system varies from state to state, usually six or seven years. In some states, students can also go to kindergarten or preschool before elementary school. Primary schools usually have the following courses: English, mathematics, social studies, art (including music, fine arts, handicraft, and drama) and health care (including sports and quality training).
JUNIOR/SENIOR SECONDARY EDUCATION
In New South Wales, Victoria, the Australian capital administrative region and Tasmania Asia, the length of junior high school is from 7th to 10th grade, just like our country’s junior one to senior one; while in Western Australia, South Australia, and Queensland and the length of junior high school in the Northern Territory is 8th to 10th grade. Compulsory education in Australia ends here. After the 10th grade, most of the students will enter the 11th and 12th grades of senior high schools (equivalent to the second and third grades in China). Most secondary schools are comprehensive co-educational schools. Some schools specialize in helping students enter the higher education system, and these schools also include certain TAFE colleges.
FOUNDATION PROGRAM
The pre-university course in Australia is a course designed for fully self-financed overseas students to prepare for their undergraduate study. Australia’s pre-university courses are designed to help applicants who have completed grade 12 high school education in their own country but cannot directly apply to enter an Australian university. It usually lasts for one year. However, some schools offer a half-year crash course for better grades. The best.
Institute of Technology and Continuing Education TAFE
Australia’s Technical and Continuing Education Institute is a nationally recognized and interoperable vocational training education system, which mainly provides professional skills training courses, most of which are more practical. Many TAFE courses are jointly organized with industry groups to ensure that the most practical training and the latest professional news are provided. TAFE is the largest department of tertiary education and the main force of Australian higher education. 70% of Australian secondary school graduates enter into it. Of Australia's 232 major TAFE colleges, 98 are located in major cities and state capitals, while the remaining 134 are evenly distributed in suburban towns and rural areas. All TAFE diploma qualifications are nationally interoperable and recognized. The courses provided by TAFE include accounting, secretarial, marketing, business management, agriculture and animal husbandry, land and marine resources, health care, computers, gardening, childcare, clothing design, beauty salons, mechanic training, tourism and hotel management. TAFE also provides a variety of English training courses for overseas students, such as English intensive courses, academic English courses, as well as 12th grade and university preparatory courses. Generally, the English standard set by TAFE is IELTS 5.5 or above or TOEFL 525 or above. Those who do not meet the admission criteria can also choose to study English in the language center set up by TAFE. After reaching the admission criteria, enter the formal course.
UNIVERSITIES
University education in Australia began in the 1850s, when the University of Sydney and the University of Melbourne followed the model of Oxford and Cambridge in the UK. By 1911, in order to meet the needs of the country's rapid development, all six major cities had their own universities. There are currently 38 outstanding universities in all states of Australia. Most universities are located in urban areas or by the sea, and some are located in the countryside. Schools vary in size, generally 3,000 to 27,000 students or more. Australia has a population of more than 17 million. The ratio of the number of Australian students to the population of the country is relatively high compared to other countries in the world. The university’s teaching methods include lectures and research. All courses start in February or March, but some courses in some schools start in mid-July.
The courses offered by the university are: doctoral degree, master's degree, master's diploma, master's certificate, bachelor's degree, college diploma.
At least three years for a doctoral degree; one and a half to two years for a master's degree; three years for a bachelor's degree, but it may be as long as six years. In addition, the general course time can be increased by one year to get an honorary degree; diploma courses Time 2-3 years.
Private Business College PRIVATE COLLEGE
Private business schools in Australia provide a wide range of long-term and short-term vocational training courses. There are certificate courses and diploma courses, including computer, business, secretarial, beauty, hairdressing and pilot training. The diploma courses provided by private business schools are generally 40 There are a wide range of subjects for classes over the age of one year, mainly learning professional skills. The departments and time of the courses to obtain the certificate are relatively small and short. Generally, courses of 12 to 30 weeks are available. In private business colleges, students may get certificates and diplomas in professional subjects to facilitate their job search.
Language school ELICOS
Australia began to set up English learning institutions in the early 1980s. So far, there are more than 100 language schools distributed across the country. Many universities have ELICOS centers. Private ELICOS are set up in state capitals and some rural areas. The courses of language schools are mainly It is provided to people in non-English speaking countries as personal English training and students who want to enter various schools in Australia to improve their English.
Semester and start time
In Australia, the academic year is from February to November. Most universities implement a double semester system, that is, the first semester is from the end of February to the beginning of June, and the second semester is from July to the beginning of November. In secondary schools and technical colleges, classes usually start in early February and end in December. Depending on the school, there are three or four semesters per academic year. TLICOS, TAFE and private schools have different ways of setting up the school year. If you are interested in studying at one of them, you can get a school year schedule from the registered administrator or secretary. Universities usually start at the beginning of March and end at the end of November. Depending on the school, each academic year is divided into two or three semesters (SEMESTER). Recently, more and more universities are also accepting new students in July, but it also varies according to the course.
Tuition
Unlike many western countries, higher education in Australia is fee-based. Australian universities usually rely on tuition fees to cover high school costs. The university community has scholarships, but the number is quite limited, especially for most international students, tuition fees need to be paid by themselves.
Australia’s tuition fees are roughly as follows:
Ø University
Undergraduates and postgraduates pay a tuition fee between 9,000-26,000 Australian dollars per year. The average annual tuition fee for theoretical courses is between 10,000-12,000 Australian dollars, and the average annual tuition for experimental courses is between 1,4000-15,000 Australian dollars.
Ø College of Technology and Continuing Education
The course fee ranges from 2500-30000 Australian dollars, and the average annual tuition fee is between 7000-8500 Australian dollars.
Ø Language school
The 10-week tuition fee is 1800-2500 Australian dollars.
Ø Private technical school
Secretarial and business courses are 1,800 (10 weeks)-6,500 Australian dollars (one year), and the annual tuition for flight training (such as helicopter training) is up to 62,000 Australian dollars.
Australian Capital Territory
University name
| Location |
The Australian National University
| Canberra
|
University of Canberra
| Canberra
|
Australian Defence Force Academy
| Canberra
|
New South Wales
University name
| Location |
Charles Sturt University | Bathurst |
Macquarie University | North Ryde |
University of New England | Armidale |
University of New South Wales | Kensington |
University of Newcastle | Newcastle |
Southern Cross University | Lismore |
University of Sydney | Sydney |
University of Technology, Sydney | Sydney |
University of Western Sydney | Sydney |
University of Wollongong | Wollongong |
Northern Territory
University name
| Location |
Charles Darwin University | Darwin |
Queensland
University name | Location |
Bond University(Private) | Gold Coast |
Central Queensland University | Bundaberg |
Griffith University | Brisbane |
James Cook University | Townsville |
Queensland University of Technology | Brisbane |
University of Queensland | Brisbane |
University of the Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Beach |
University of Southern Queensland | Toowoomba |
South Australia
University name | Location |
University of Adelaide | Adelaide |
University of South Australia | Adelaide |
Flinders University | Adelaide |
Tasmania
University name | Location |
University of Tasmania | Hobart and Launceston |
Victoria
University Name | Location |
University of Melbourne | Melbourne |
Monash University | Melbourne |
RMIT University | Melbourne |
Swinburne University of Technology | Melbourne |
La Trobe University | Albury |
Deakin University | Geelong |
Victoria University | Melbourne |
Federation University Australia | Blairette |
Western Australia
University Name | Location |
Curtin University | Perth |
Edith Cowan University | Perth and Bunbury |
Murdoch University | Perth |
University of Western Australia | Perth and Albany |
University of Notre Dame Australia(Private) | Fremantle |
