Top Universities in Australia for Singaporean Students
Are you looking for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree abroad? If yes, studying abroad can be an eye-opening experience- the global exposure and ways of learning are priceless. Fortunately, there are some highly reputed universities in Australia, just a five to seven-hour flight away from us Singaporeans!
Once you enter Australia, you will experience four seasons and a laidback lifestyle. Moreover, home visits become relatively affordable with airlines such as Scoot and Jetstar.
Australia has 43 universities which offer a variety of courses for both local and international students. You can study anything from medicine, nuclear engineering and accounting to environmental science and physiotherapy! However, with too many institutions to choose from, the process of picking a university in Australia can be a bit stressful, and you might feel uncertain.
To clear things up below is given a guide to the top universities in Australia, their rankings, student population, and the disciplines they are best known for!
University of Sydney
The University of Sydney enjoys the reputation of being the first university established in Australia, in 1850. The gorgeous campus of the university is spread across the inner-city suburbs of Camperdown and Darlington. The Daily Telegraph and the Huffington Post have listed the university among the top 10 most beautiful universities in the world.
Student Population: Approx. 54,306 (2016-17)
Strongest Disciplines: Medicine, Education, Law, Accounting and Finance
Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings 2016-17: 1st in Australia, 33rd in the world
Monash University
With a sprawling campus situated out of the city, Monash is another popular choice for Singaporean students. The university has more than 35 percent international students, a significant portion of total students studying in the university. In short, you will settle quickly, specifically with a vast number of student societies to help you make the transition.
Student Population: Approx. 64,479 (2016-17)
Strongest Disciplines: Medicine, Law, Chemistry, Accounting and Finance, and Engineering
THE Rankings 2016-17: 4th in Australian and 74th in the world
University of Western Australia
Only a five-hour flight away from Singapore, Perth is the most isolated city in Australia. Owing to its long pristine beaches and warm weather, Perth remains an appealing option for students planning to relocate. The University of Western Australia is the best university in the city and is better known for its vibrant social and sporting culture.
Student Population: Approx. 25,837 (2016-17)
Strongest Disciplines: Earth Science, Social Sciences, Marine Sciences and Math
THE Ranking 2016-17: 6th in Australia and 125th in the world
If you have a clear idea of what you are going to study in Australia, this information will help you out. For more, you can reach out to an education consultant Singapore at AECC Global. Our experts will tell you more about the Australian education system, campus culture, visa process, and everything you want to know about Australia.
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