Ten Reasons for Studying in Australia

1.     Study and Earn Option

International students are permitted to work up to 24 hours per week in Australia, which helps most students cover their tuition fees and living expenses.

2.     Affordable Living Standard

Compared to countries like the UK and the USA, the living standard in Australia is much cheaper, and that is one of the reasons why international students, including those from Bhutan, prefer Australia as their study destination.

3.     Option for Taking their Partners as Dependents

Another popular reason for choosing Australia is the option to bring the student’s spouse along as a dependent. With this, it eases the financial burden on the student, as the spouse can work in Australia and support them. 

4.     Job Opportunities

There are a variety of jobs available for international students. Jobs such as cleaning, working in restaurants and hotels, and working at construction sites are readily available for international students. International students can also have job opportunities related to their course, such as nursing home jobs for nurses and teaching positions for teachers, among others.

5.     Post Study Work Visa

With the revised list of regional areas in Australia, international students can work for three years after completing a two-year master’s degree or a three- or four-year bachelor’s degree in locations such as Canberra, Perth, and the Gold Coast. 

Students studying outside of regional areas, such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, can have the opportunity to work for two years. 

These are the years when most of the Bhutanese students focus on their ROI (return on investment) and save as much as they can.

With the savings, they return home and focus on purchasing properties for themselves. Debsi in Thimphu is commonly called the Aussie Land, as many returnees have bought and built a life there after Australia.

6.     Scholarships

Australian Universities offer a variety of scholarships to Bhutanese students. Most universities offer partial scholarships to a large number of Bhutanese students, while some provide scholarships ranging from 50% to 100% to those with a good academic performance record. Want to know more about scholarships in Australia? Contact Chhundu Enterprises ECPF, Global Reach in Thimphu or Phuntsholing.

7.     Easy Student Visa

The Australian Student visa application process for Bhutanese students is simpler compared to that for the USA, UK, and other countries, where students have to go to India for various visa procedures, such as interviews, biometric and passport verifications.

8.     Qualification Recognition

Australian qualification is recognized globally. Some of Bhutan’s political leaders, including the former Prime Minister, Dr. Lotay Tshering, and the former Foreign Minister, Lyonpo Tandi Dorji, are also alumni of Australian Universities.

9.     Diversity of Education

Australian education offers a wide variety of courses for international students, helping them select their preferred course or find one that aligns with their career goals.

10. Multicultural

Australia is celebrated worldwide for its diverse student population, drawn by its world-class education system. This vibrant mix of learners from across the globe transforms the land down under into a colorful melting pot of cultures, ideas, and opportunities.