STUDY IN AUSTRALIA by Pattarin Wirojchoochut

1. STUDY IN AUSTRALIAby Pattarin Wirojchoochut DISCOVER A FUTURE UNLIMITED

2. Today’s agenda • Introduction to Austrade • Why study in Australia • Get to know Australian education Study in Australia

3. Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) Worldwide (110 locations in over in 55 countries)

5. FAST FACTS • Largest island, sixth largest country • Population over 22.7 million • Australia is a multicultural country • One in four Australians was born overseas • Australia is a country of innovation; The black box, the influenza vaccine were all invented in Australia • Queen Elizabeth II, PM Julia Gillard • Most livable cities in the top 10 list by the Economist • Native flowers and animals;

6. STATES AND TERRITORIES STATES • New South Wales (NSW) • Victoria (VIC) • South Australia (SA) • Queensland (QLD) • Western Australia (WA) • Tasmania (TAS) TERRITORIES • Northern Territory (NT) • Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

7. TIME ZONES Northern Territory Queensland 1 hour ahead of Thailand Western Australia 3 hours ahead of Thailand South Australia New South Wales Victoria 2.5 hours ahead of Thailand Tasmania ** Daylight savings in summer (+1 hour) , except QLD, WA

8. Seasons – Temperate Southern Australia Summer Autumn Spring Winter Sep - Nov 90C to 180C Dec – Feb 300C to 420C Mar – May 90C to 250C Jun - Aug 40C to 180C

9. Why study in australia

10. WHY STUDY IN AUSTRALIA ………. • English is the national language • Australian ‘quality’ is recognised around the world • Wide range of courses • Multicultural country • Safety, security and congeniality • Proximity • Value for money • Part-time work permit • Student support services • Good Public Transport PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

11. Australia offers Multicultural experiences Study in Australia

12. The Economist’s Most Liveable Cities in 2011) Political and social stability MELBOURNE (1) SYDNEY (6) PERTH (8) ADELAIDE (8) BRISBANE (21) Low crime rates Cultural events EDUCATION Standard of infrastructure Environment Access to quality health care Study in Australia

13. Living in Melbourne

14. Living in Sydney

15. Living in Perth

16. Activities • Options are only limited by your imagination

17. Get to know australiaN EDUCATION

18. Australian Qualifications Framework English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) Study in Australia

19. AUSTRALIAN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM Doctoral Degree / PhD (4 years) Master Degree (1-2 years) Graduate Diploma Graduate Certificate Bachelor Degree with Honours (1 year) Bachelor Degree (3-4 years) Foundation Studies or Pathway Diploma (Fast track 6 months Standard 8-12 months) High School (Year 11 – Year 12) TAFE , VET System Advanced Diploma Diploma Certificate I – IV (1-2 years) Secondary School (Year 7 – Year 10) Primary School (Year 1 – Year 6) PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

20. ELICOS – English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students • General English • English for Academic Purposes • English Test Preparation Program • English for work or special purposes; nursing, tourism • Study Tour and Holiday English PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

21. AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES • 39 universities in Australia • Types of Study Mode:Coursework, Research, Coursework and Thesis PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

22. University ranking? Central Queensland University James Cook University Charles Darwin University Bond University Griffith University Queensland University of Technology The University of Queensland University of Southern Queensland University of the Sunshine Coast Curtin University of Technology Edith Cowan University Murdoch University The University of Notre Dame The University of Western Australia Northern Territory Queensland Southern Cross University The University of New England Western Australia Charles Sturt University Macquarie University The University of Sydney The University of Newcastle The University of New South Wales University of Technology, Sydney University of Western Sydney University of Wollongong Australian Catholic University South Australia New South Wales Flinders University University of Adelaide University of South Australia ACT Deakin University Monash University RMIT University Swinburne University of Technology Victoria University La Trobe University University of Ballarat The University of Melbourne The Australian National University University of Canberra Victoria Tasmania University of Tasmania Study in Australia

23. www.go8.edu.au • The University of Adelaide • The Australian National University • The University of Melbourne • Monash University • The University of New South Wales • The University of Queensland • The University of Sydney • The University of Western Australia PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

24. The Good Universities Guidewww.gooduniguide.com.au PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

25. Academic Year & Study Duration • Universities – by Coursework and Research NB: Professional Doctorate / PhD may vary 3-4 years

26. การสมัครเรียนระดับปริญญา 1. ใบสมัครของมหาวิทยาลัย (อาจมีค่าสมัคร AUD 50-100) 2. Transcript GPA 2.5 ขึ้นไป แต่ถ้าเป็น Go8 ต้อง 2.9 หรือ 3.0 ขึ้นไป 3. ผลภาษา IELTS • IELTS 5.5-6.0 สำหรับ Foundation • IELTS 6.0-6.5 สำหรับ Bachelor Degree • IELTS 6.5-7 สำหรับ Master/PhD 4. สำเนา Passport 5. Referee letters (Master/doctoral degrees) 6. Research proposal (Master/PhD by research) PRESENTATION TITLE GOES HERE

27. Tuition fee Living cost Accommodation, meals, transport, etc. A$ 1,800 – 2,000 per month “Can I work during my study?” YES, YOU CAN! Study in Australia

28. WORKING PART-TIME Student visa - 40 hours per fortnight work condition Ex : week 1 - 15 hours work week 2 - 25 hours work week 3 - 25 hours work week 4 - 10 hours work. • Types of Work - Work in retail, hospitality and administration - Tutoring younger students - Higher wages on Sundays or public holidays • Finding Work - Online : www.mycareer.com.au - Local Newspapers - University job boards - Walk in • Tax File Number www.ato.gov.au Studying and Living in Australia

29. www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/thailand Study in Australia

30. AUSTRADE Bangkok– Education Managers Ms Busarin Sinthunavarat E: busarin@austrade.gov.au Tel: +662 696 4836 Ms Pattarin Wirojchoochut E: pattarin@austrade.gov.au Tel: +662 696 4835