Deciding which country to go abroad to is a huge decision that can change a person’s life. International students are increasingly looking west from its traditional bastions of Sydney and Melbourne, which have always attracted huge numbers, to other cities.
Western Australia (WA) and its sunny, glittering capital city, Perth, has quickly established itself as one of the world’s most fascinating places for international academics. Not only is there a degree, there is also an enviable lifestyle, economic powerhouse standing and world class academic institutions too.
Here is a complete list of all the reasons why international students are in love with WA.
Elite, Globally Ranked Education
Western Australia isn’t stingy with academic accolades. The state has world-renowned institutions, which comfortably occupy the top ranks in the world rankings.
Australia’s prestigious and research-intensive university, the University of Western Australia (UWA) ranks consistently in the top 100 universities globally, and is a member of Australia’s Group of Eight.
Curtin University, Murdoch University and Edith Cowan University (ECU): All are renowned institutions with some of the best engineering, business, medical sciences and tech courses in the country.
From automation to marine biology to nursing to renewable energy, WA has a focus on industry integrated learning in its universities. Students do not just receive a certificate at graduation, they are ready to enter the real world with practical experience through real-life internships and working in teams.
A Healthy Economy and a lot of jobs
A university’s reputation is important but so too is what happens after graduation. Western Australia has one of the world’s most successful and resilient economies.
The state is a worldwide center for mining, resources and energy industry, providing vast opportunities for environmental scientists, geologists and engineers. But the economy is not limited to the heavy industry. The area of healthcare, information technology, construction and tourism are seeing a huge demand for skilled professionals in WA. This high demand for jobs provides great options for part-time employment while you’re a student and strong job prospects after graduation.
Exceptional Liveability and Affordability
Perth has always been in the top 15 list of most liveable cities in the world as measured by The Economist’s Global Liveability Index. Perth is a breath of fresh air in comparison to the busy eastern states – both literally and financially.
An Unmatched Lifestyle and Natural Beauty
International students are very fond of WA, as it provides the ideal combination of urban vibrancy and natural beauty.
By the afternoon you can be finished with the morning lecture and sitting on the white sands of Cottesloe beach or watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean. The life here is relaxed, fun and nature loving, from the iconic Swan River running through the city, to a weekend getaway to visit the friendly quokkas on Rottnest Island.
A safe, welcoming and multicultural community.
It’s not easy to relocate to a new country, but Perth is known for its welcoming atmosphere. It’s a blend of various cultures, evidenced in its colorful food markets, street festivals and various annual culture days and events such as Harmony Week and the Fringe World Festival. It is a place where international students feel welcome, accepted and cared for, not lost in the crowd, and it is a community-minded place.
Conclusion
Starting university in WA is an exciting and thrilling experience, but the process of selecting the right course, applying to university, considering the Genuine Student (GS) requirements and processing visa applications can be overwhelming.
The Asia Pacific Group (APG) Perth Student Counselors are just what you need.
APG is your one-stop shop and strategic partner, situated at the heart of Perth, right on St Georges Terrace. Working with APG Perth means you have a great advantage because they offer a custom-made and end-to-end support:
- University rankings are not the only thing that the counselors consider when deciding on a strategy for your career mapping. They help you connect your studies with Australia’s current Skilled Occupation Lists and support your study to create a pathway of a viable permanent residency (PR) visa.
- Scholarship Maximization: Education is an enormous monetary commitment. APG’s counselors know how to evaluate and apply for merit-based and need-based institutional scholarships, and sometimes can save up to 30% for eligible students.
- From meeting English language requirements (IELTS requirements, PTE requirements, etc.), to preparing and filing your student visa application smoothly, APG will take care of all the tedious paperwork.
- Support after Classes Begin: They do not stop there after graduation. APG Perth has a team of registered migration agents that are able to easily assist students when transitioning onto the Post-Study Work Visa (Subclass 485), help with professional skills assessment and offer valuable guidance for a life in Australia.
Western Australia is the best place in the world to start you career. You simply have a smooth, safe and successful transition to the expert student counsellors of APG Perth and make moving abroad a breeze.