Australian Universities
The Australian College/ University system
Ranking
System for Australian Universities
The Australian University Applications
Process
List
of Australian Universities
The application process for Australian Universities
is complicated by the fact that there is no central authority that processes
the applications - each university conducts its own admissions exercise. Even
though there is no central authority that conducts and oversees the application
process to Australian universities, many of the universities permit applicants
to apply through the university's official international representative, IDP
Education or to apply directly to the university.
There are 37 public universities and three private
universities in
You are generally advised to apply to not more than
6 universities: 1-2 highly competitive universities, 1-2 universities you are
confident of gaining admission to, and 1-2 universities as 'fallback options'.
Each application costs about A$50 to A$100.
To find out more about studying in
IDP office in
4th level,
Regional Language Centre (RELC),
Tel: 6732 6988 (hotline)
Tel: 6736 7025 / 7040 / 7041
Fax: 6737 1736
Email: info.singapore@idp.com
Operating Hours:
Weekdays 10 am to 4 pm except Thursday 10 am to
6.30 pm.
Saturday 10 am to 2 pm. Closed first Saturday of
the month.
The
The words "college" and
"university" are used interchangeably in the
Ranking System for Australian Universities
There is no official ranking of Australian
universities and there is no 'best' university. Different universities excel in
different areas. However, several magazines and newspapers publish rankings of
Australian institutions in comparison to other universities around the world.
All universities are accredited by the Australian Government and are
internationally recognized. Since each institution has different entry
requirements, you need to select the one that is best suited to your
qualifications and grades and the courses you wish to apply to.
In rankings
published in 2007 Top World 200 Ranking Times Higher Education Supplement
(THES) University Rankings shown below, 12 of
|
University |
Aus Rank |
(World Rank) |
|
|
1 |
(16) |
|
|
2 |
(27) |
|
|
3 |
(31) |
|
|
4 |
(33) |
|
|
5 |
(43) |
|
|
6 |
(44) |
|
|
7 |
(62) |
|
|
8 |
(64) |
|
|
9 |
(168) |
|
|
10 |
(195) |
|
|
11 |
(199) |
|
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) |
12 |
(200) |
It is very important to have your Australian degree
recognized by professional boards in
Medicine
You can find more information at
the Singapore Medical Council website, https://www.smc.gov.sg/html/SMC_Home.html
Dentistry
All Australian institutions offering Denistry.
Pharmacy
All Australian institutions offering Pharmacy.
Architecture
All Australian institutions. You
can find more information at Singapore Board of Architects website. http://www.boa.gov.sg/.
Law
You can find more information at
Singapore Board of Legal Education website, (http://www.lawsociety.org.sg/ble/).
Accountancy
All Australian institutions. You can find more
information at Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore website,
(http://www.accountants.org.sg/).
Engineering
University
of New South Wales (Civil,
Electrical, Mechanical)
Univesity of
You can find more information at the Singapore
Professional Engineers Board,
The
Applying to universities in
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
TOEFL stands for the Test of English as a Foreign
Language. Its purpose is to evaluate the English proficiency of people whose
native language is not English. The TOEFL is a computer-based test. Many
Australian admission officers understand that
International
English Language Testing System (IELTS)
IELTS stands for the International English Language
Testing System. It is the preferred English Language proficiency qualification,
but many universities may accept other evidence of proficiency in English in
individual cases. IELTS tests can be taken at IDP Education Singapore, 4th
level
Scholastic Assessment Tests (
The
The USEIC has the latest
You can also call the RELC Examination Bureau
on
Additional
Selection Criteria
Some programs consider other selection criteria in
addition to qualifications. For example, most music programs require applicants
to undertake an audition, while medicine, nursing, oral health and dentistry
applicants are required to undertake a Personal Qualities Assessment (PQA), and
if successful, attend an interview.
Step-by-Step
process for application to Australian Universities
1.
Choose
your course with the advice of your IDP counselor. IDP will explain the best
options for your career and personal goals.
2.
Complete
the application form IDP will explain what documentation you need.
3.
Apply for
your course IDP will liaise directly with Australian institutions for you.
4.
Receive a
letter of offer if you meet the entry requirements, you will receive a letter
of provisional acceptance from your Australian institution and information
about tuition fees.
5.
Accept
your offer through your IDP office, pay your tuition fees to accept the offer
of placement in your chosen course.
6.
Arrange
health insurance the Australian Government requires international students to
take out compulsory Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) while studying in
7.
Confirmation
of enrolment you will receive a letter confirming your enrolment.
8.
Apply for
student visa your IDP counselor will guide you through the visa process,
explaining the documents you need to submit to the Australian Department of
Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
9.
Your IDP
counselor can help you with information for arriving in
10. Fly to your new study destination!
1.
Application
Even though there is no central authority that
conducts and oversees the application process to Australian universities, many
of the universities permit applicants to apply through the university's
official international representative, IDP Education or to apply directly to
the university.
2. Financial
assistance
There are two types of aid: need-based and
merit-based (i.e. scholarships). Need-based financial aid is given to students
who can demonstrate that they are qualified to attend a certain university but
cannot afford to go there. Unfortunately, most Australian universities do not
offer need-based financial aid to international students. Some universities
will offer merit-based scholarships to international students. However, these
scholarships are very competitive and very few in number. You will stand a
better chance of getting a scholarship from the
3. National
Service
Most Australian universities understand that male
Singaporean students need to perform national service. Do not apply before you
begin your national service. No university will hold your place for two years.
Some universities will defer admission for one year but others may not. You
should apply when you are in your second year of national service since you
will attend university the following year. The only exception to this is if you
are confident of getting a
1. http://www.australian-universities.com/
You can
learn about Australian education network, tuition costs, admission
requirements, international student support and facilities here. Search for an
Australian university, college or English language program and request
information from schools in
2. http://www.studyoverseas.com/f_australia.htm
This website allows you to do a customized search
for information on Australian universities.
3. http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/Help/US/Advisors/Advisordetails/CIS.htm
This website has information on
4. http://www.australearn.org/
You can learn about
study abroad opportunities in
5.
http://www.thegoodguides.com.au
This website offers a
guide to the good universities in
List of Australian Universities
Adelaide University
Australian Catholic University
Australian Defence Force Academy
Australian National University
Bond University
Central Queensland University
Charles Sturt University
Curtin University of Technology
Deakin University
Edith Cowan University
Flinders University
Griffith University
James Cook University
La Trobe University
Macquarie University
Monash University
Murdoch University
Northern Territory University
Open Learning Australia
Queensland University of Technology
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
Southern Cross University
Swinburne University of Technology
University of Ballarat
University of Canberra
University of Melbourne
University of New England
University of New South Wales
University of Newcastle
University of Notre Dame Australia
University of Queensland
University of South Australia
University of Southern Queensland
University of Sydney
University of Tasmania
University of Technology Sydney
University of Western Australia
University of Western Sydney
University of Wollongong
Victoria University