China`s total number of students studying abroad in 2016 was five hundred and forty four thousand five hundred, an increase of 20,800 compared with last year, according to data from the Ministry of Education`s latest news conference for big data, who studied in China in 2016. China has become the world`s largest source of international students.
The number of students studying abroad in our country is relatively centralized. Most of the students go to the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and so on. Australia has become one of the three most preferred countries for Chinese students to go abroad.
2017 the trend of studying in Australia starts from three aspects: the number of students studying abroad, the age of studying abroad, and the requirements of Australian universities.
Number of students studying abroad: the number of students has increased by 1 / 4, with a very high rate of growth throughout Australia in 2016. Overall, the number of students studying abroad in Australia as a whole has increased by 25 percent.
Study abroad age: the international student`s age is getting younger and younger, also known as the low age trend, this is now the general direction, the trend.
The requirements of Australian universities: the requirements of the school are also increasing year by year, the number of students studying abroad for graduate students and undergraduate students is still increasing, as the number of students studying abroad in Australia is increasing. The entrance requirements and scores of Australia`s particularly famous schools are increasing, and the threshold for domestic students is also increasing. If you choose to go to Australia to study abroad, you may need to be prepared a little more.
Obviously, on the strong advantages of studying abroad, Australia is a sacred place among the countries studying abroad. Today, we have selected 10 reasons for choosing to study in Australia.
1. Legal and policy safeguards
Australia is the first country in the world to enact the overseas Student Education Services Act, and every overseas student studying in Australia can be protected by law. Australia is a country with a sound legal system, and its ability to legislate to protect the legitimate rights and interests of international students has undoubtedly given them a great deal of sense of security. Australia`s education system is so tight that the goverment requires all educational institutions offering courses to foreign students to register and be regulated with the authorities concerned, and that students can lodge complaints if they encounter problems.
2. Low rate of socially stable crime
Australia has one of the lowest crime rates in the world, with an overall crime rate of only about 7%. The country has a good welfare system and little social conflict. Compared to other western countries, Australia is a safer place, strict gun management law can ensure that overseas students enjoy a safe learning and tourism environment. Australia is surrounded by the sea, away from the unique geographical location of other continentes, away from the global war and infectious diseases. Australia`s stable polical situation also allows parents to be more comfortable with the safety of students living independently in a foreign country.
3. The education level of the famous school is the leading
With a mature education system and a leading academic level, Australia is one of the globally recognized countries with the most advanced and innovative education and training systems in the world, ranking in the United Nations Human Development Index and Education Index countries, Australia ranks second in 191 countries and territories. Australia has eight universities in the world`s top 100, six universities ranked in the top 100, more than 60% of the world`s top 500 universities.
4. Looser immigration policy
Australia is a typical immigrant country, and the standards are clear and clear. This is different from the United States and the United Kingdom, where immigration policy is very tight, and Australia is much more relaxed than developed countries. Australia`s immigration policy has two ways: skilled immigration and investment immigration.
Australia is very inclusive for international students and offers a number of immigrant majors to choose from, which is attractive to those who wish to achieve long-term development abroad by studying abroad.
5. High standard of living in economically developed countries
Australia is one of the countries with low global unemployment, with an average unemployment rate of about 3%. This unemployment rate is much lower than that of the United States, the United Kingdom for the same period. Australian graduates also have a higher starting point, taking business as an example, with an average starting point of about $40000 per year. Australia`s national standard of living is very high. Australia`s good economic development ensures that there are sufficient employment opportunities in Australia.
6. Visa approval rate is high and loose for a long time.
Australia`s visa transfer rate is relatively high, e-visa to shorten the visa processing to about 30 days, efficient and transparent visa, no face-to-face visa. Visas are a very important part for students. Australia`s goverment has no quota limits for overseas students, and the success rate is extremely high as long as the application method is appropriate because of the loose policy.
And as long as students study in Australia for two years, you can apply for a two-year work visa after graduation. There is no doubt that both overseas work experience and international vision accumulated during travel can add a lot of points to future work and life.
7. Superior geographical environment
Many Australian cities, such as Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide, have been named the most habitable cities in the world. Australia has a beautiful environment and fresh air. The climate is mild, the average annual temperature is 27 ℃ in the north and 14 ℃ in the south. The climate is similar to that in the south of China, which makes it easier for the Chinese to adapt.
At the same time, Australian time is only two to three hours short of Beijing time, and the distance between Australia and China is closer than that of other Europe and America countries, so it is convenient for students and parents to communicate with each other.
8. Higher status of Chinese
At present, Chinese are the largest Asian Americans in Australia, and the status of Chinese in Australia is generally in the upper class. Australia has very close economic and trade ties with China. In recent years, China has been one of the largest buyers of Australian minerals. As a result, the Australian community is very positive towards the Chinese and they welcome them to integrate into the local community.
In recent years, many Chinese have participated in local elections, and Chinese hold important positions in many goverment departments in Australia.
9. Perfect and generous social welfare system
Australia is a typical high welfare state, its social security system began in 1910, is recognized by the world as a pioneer of social welfare. Australia`s goverment requires international students to take out health insurance for overseas students, most of whom can be reimbursed to their insurance companies for most of the medical expenses incurred during their studies in Australia.
Australian citizens are entitled to the benefits of PR Australia, including hundreds of other benefits, including free health care and parental allowances. Australia provides overseas students with complete medical, insurance, employment and other supporting services, so that parents at home can be more comfortable with their children`s physical and mental health problems abroad.
10. Allow legal work
In Australia, international students can legally work part-time. As long as you have a student visa, Australian goverment allows students to work 40 hours legally every two weeks and full-time work during holidays. This allows students to accumulate overseas work experience or earn their own living expenses, reducing family pressure.
With the improvement of the investment and education system of education in Australia every year, the level of Australian education has been recognized globally, and many overseas students are attracted to the education. More and more Chinese students are here to study the dream of their famous school.
