Australia si criza mondiala

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Datele publicate de Biroul Australian de Statistica la incheierea anului financiar (la finalul lunii iunie) aduc vesti bune pentru economia australiana, indicand o crestere economica in prima jumatate a lui 2009. In primul trimestru al anului, produsul intern brut a crescut cu 0.4%. Astfel, Australia a reusit deocamdata sa evite recesiunea globala in care s-au impotmolit marile economii ale lumii. In Australia, exportul si consumul au crescut, cotatia la bursa a crescut si dolarul asutralian a sarit la cel mai inalt nivel in ultimele opt luni, moneda australiana egaland 82.40 centi U.S. la 1 iunie 2009.

In continuare vesti bune legate de imprumuturile pentru prima casa care au crescut proportional pentru primele patru luni, astfel incat numarul autorizatiilor de constructie a fost de doua ori mai mare decat previziunile pentru luna aprilie. Aceasta crestere economica a fost alimentata in parte de cresterea consumului care a crescut pana la 0.6 % in primul trimestru al anului adaugand 0.3 procente suplimentare produsului intern brut. Vanzarile cu amanuntul au crescut in primul trimestru si din nou in aprilie. Exportul a crescut cu 2.7% adaugand o contributie considerabila. Exporturile rurale au crescut cu 18.3 % datorita celor mai mari recolte de grau din ultimii trei ani. Aceasta contributie adusa de exportul agricol se afla de asemeneain spatele cresterii economice din primul trimestru.

Aceste date incurajatoare confirma faptul ca Australia este una din putinele economii incluzand China si India care s-au extins in 2009.

Legat de nivelul de trai in Australia, concret, o familie cu un copil, traieste decent cu doar 4.000 AUD pe luna, in conditiile in care aceasta suma este valoarea salariului mediu pe economie. Prin decent se intelege plata unei chirii, benzina, cheltuieli de intretinere, inclusiv o viata sociala adica iesiri la restaurant, spectacole etc. Cu alte cuvinte daca un membru al familiei lucreaza ceea ce castiga cel de-al doilea se poate economisi. Mai mult de atat, sistemul de ajutor social este unul dintre cele mai bune din lume.

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Jurnal australian- Ana LUDUŞAN

 

 

Diferenţa în standardul de viaţă dintre australianul obişnuit şi românul de aceeaşi categorie socială nu se explică prin faptul că soarele răsare în Australia în locul în care apune în România sau pentru că aici mai tot timpul e vară sau pentru că alături de o climă bună există suprafeţe imense de deşert pline de bogăţii minerale sau de petrol încă neatinse sau pur şi simplu pentru că australienii ar fi mai deştepţi decît românii. Secretul standardului lor de viaţă se explică, în mare măsură, prin aceea că resursele foarte mari ale continentului australian, aproape cît Europa, sînt distribuite la numai 19 milioane de locuitori, în prezent, şi la doar 8 milioane în 1955. Pentru a ajunge de la un capăt la altul al Sydney-ului, cel mai mare oraş din Australia, trebuie să străbaţi 200 de kilometri. Şi asta pentru că puţini australieni acceptă să locuiască în bloc. Sydney-ul se compune din suburbii, ca nişte oraşe satelit, formate din case fără etaj, aşezate în mijlocul unor grădini pline de vegetaţie sau chiar a unor parcuri naţionale cu arbori seculari. Legătura dintre aceste suburbii cu centrul oraşului se face printr-o adevărată reţea de autobuze, trenuri şi feriboturi. Fiecare suburbie are administraţie proprie şi utilităţi publice la tot pasul. Fiecare suburbie îşi vede de treburile ei, mai ales de bunăstarea ei, fără să o preocupe curtea vecinului. Nici un australian nu doreşte să-şi scoată un ochi pentru a-şi procura bucuria de a-l vedea pe vecinul său fără vedere.

Calmul cetăţenilor înşiruiţi înainte să urce în autobuz se explică prin aceea că sînt autobuze suficiente şi acestea circulă conform unui orar respectat la secunde. Cum se explică lipsa de panică şi de grabă a celui care munceşte, dacă nu prin sentimentul că munca îi asigură o viaţă decentă. Curăţenia toaletelor publice, aflate la tot pasul, inclusiv în trenuri şi feriboturi, precum şi confortul năucitor al mijloacelor de transport în comun se explică prin aceea că dotările acestora sînt corespunzătoare. Cum se explică amabilitatea şi grija celor din serviciile publice de a dărui cetăţeanului australian sentimentul că el, australianul, indiferent de etnie, şi aici sînt multe, este cel puţin stăpînul lumii în serviciul căruia el, funcţionarul, agentul public, are onoarea să servească. Numai prin aceea că statul ştie să-şi aleagă funcţionarii şi agenţii care îl reprezintă şi îi plăteşte pe măsură. Agentul public din Australia îşi cere scuze atunci cînd este nevoit să te amendeze fiindcă ai încălcat o anumită regulă, dar te asigură că, pînă la urmă, totul va fi în ordine.

M-a impresionat felul în care se stă la coadă la autobuz, la bancă, la cumpărături. Oamenii nu numai că nu se îmbrîncesc, dar nici nu se ating unii pe alţii, păstrează o distanţă apreciabilă faţă de cel care vorbeşte deja cu funcţionarul de la ghişeu, faţă de cel care operează la bancomat sau cel care plăteşte pentru cumpărături. Deşi eşti într-un spaţiu public, cu foarte mulţi oameni în jur, se creează un fel de intimitate între tine şi cel căruia îi vorbeşti. Nimeni nu trage cu urechea, nimeni nu aruncă priviri indiscrete, nimeni nu te atinge decît din greşeală şi atunci îţi cere iertare numaidecît.

Aici bogăţia nu este etalată în garduri şi porţi de marmură ca în satul Certeze din Maramureş, ci în case înconjurate de grădini spectaculoase sau ascunse în păduri de eucalipt. Bogăţia se măsoară în confortul din casă, întrebuinţat la maximum, în călătorii overseas, în administrarea unei bătrîneţi care semănă tot mai mult cu o viaţă normală, dar mai ales cu una activă. Mai toţi pensionarii sînt voluntari în programe publice, dedicate celor aflaţi în dificultate.

Există desigur o luptă cumplită pentru bani, putere şi prestigiu, dar în această competiţie rezistă doar cei merituoşi. Cei care nu fac faţă acestei curse „pe viaţă şi pe moarte” pentru a obţine locurile din faţă, indiferent pentru ce domeniu concurează, trebuie să se mulţumească cu o existenţă obişnuită. Comparată cu a cetăţeanului român, este mai mult decît îmbelşugată. Locuinţele sociale ale australienilor săraci arată ca nişte „vilişoare” din România. Răspîndite printre casele celor bogaţi, în toate suburbiile Sydney-ului, nu se recunosc cu nimic dintre acestea. Aceiaşi vegetaţie luxuriantă în jur, plantată şi îngrijită în mare parte de autorităţi, aceeaşi construcţie a caselor, aceleaşi servicii ireproşabile. Această politică a răspîndirii locuinţelor sociale printre casele celor cu venituri medii şi mari este recentă şi a fost luată pentru a impune standarde înalte şi celor cu venituri mici şi pentru a-i determina să-şi modifice comportamentul şi aspiraţiile. Este limpede că infracţionalitatea este aproape eliminată în cartiere unde toată lumea se comportă civilizat şi amabil. Presiunea grupului, a vecinilor, îi determină pe cei cu tendinţe antisociale să se conformeze modelului cultural al celor cu standarde înalte. Dar şi serviciile publice şi ajutoarele sociale sînt pe măsură. În Australia acolo unde individul nu face faţă anumitor standarde intervine statul pentru a suplini lipsa de resurse. Cînd într-o locuinţă socială se defectează un robinet, locatarul dă un telefon. Peste maximum două ore i se schimbă robinetul cu scuzele de rigoare din parte a celui care reprezintă autoritatea publică. Intreţinerea locuinţei sociale, în cele mai mici amănunte, inclusiv zugrăvitul, schimbarea mobilierului din bucătărie, baie şi a mochetei este treaba statului.

Australia nu se bucură doar de resurse naturale încă neevaluate, ci şi de un model de administrare politică anglo-saxon. Un model care lasă cetăţeanului toată libertatea de mişcare şi de alegere, mulţumindu-i cînd se poartă civilizat, dar care îi pretinde să respecte şi ceea ce nu este a lui în egală măsură cu ceea ce îi aparţine. Spaţiile publice sînt pline de astfel de inscripţii pentru cel care oferă locul unei persoane mai în vîrstă sau pentru cel care nu mănîncă în autobuz. Libertatea ta nu trebuie să supere pe nimeni sau să pricinuiască vreun rău.

Pentru mine aceste reguli nu erau noi. Şi acum mă tulbură amintirea bunicii care mă lua în braţe atunci cînd voia să-mi dea cîte o povaţă. Una dintre acestea suna foarte asemănător cu regulile australiene: „Poţi să te porţi oricînd în voie, dacă nu superi pe nimeni cu purtarea ta”, spunea bunica. Era o tărancă fără instrucţie. Satul copilăriei mele se guverna după astfel de reguli, foarte puţin diferite de cele australiene din anul 2002. Dar a venit colectivizarea şi nimeni nu a mai respectat pe nimeni. A venit industrializarea şi oraşul s-a transformat într-o mahala uriaşă. Să fie Australia premodernă sau România scăpată de sub control?

ANA LUDUŞAN s-a născut în 1948; este coordonator al Ligii Apărării Drepturilor Omului, fililala Cluj. Micul Stalin (roman), 1998.

Observator cultural- Cluj Napoca

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Australian Immigration - General Skills Migration Program

If you possess the work skills Australia requires to fill vacancies in their labor force then the GSM Program is for you.

If you wish to live, work and play in Australia but are not sponsored by an employer then GSM is the way to go. GSM stands for General Skilled Migration. It is an excellent program and a very successful one.

If your skills match those on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List (SOL) and you have a good command of English, then you have more chance of success.

Prerequisites for Australia’s GSM Program:

There are various prerequisites for applying the program. They are:

• Age: you must be over 18 years of age and below 45 years of age.
• Language: you must be able to speak English well. This is the main prerequisite for anyone applying for this program.
• Skill-set: you must possess skills in the areas of shortage with qualifications and recent experience in the field in which you are applying.

The qualifications and experience needed for an occupation can be cross checked in the Australia’s Skilled Occupation List - SOL for short.

Recent Changes

Significant changes were made to the GSM program in September 2007. These include:

• a greater proficiency in English will be required, with 25 points going to those who score well in the testing system
• a greater emphasis is now put on skills experience, with bonus points only being awarded if you have 12 months experience in your nominated occupation
• there will be a new temporary work visa for graduates to enable them to increase their work experience
• the GSM visa structure was simplified, instead of 15 subclasses there are now only 9: 5 for Onshore applications and 4 for Offshore applications. This should make it easier to identify which visa subclass will work best for you

GSM Categories:

There are two basic categories for those applying through the GSM program: Onshore for those already on Australian territory with current visas, and Offshore for those applying from abroad.

There are four sub-catgories in each: sponsored, independent, Regional sponsored (provisional) and graduate, with the Onshore having the additional category of a permanent Regional sponsored visa.

Applicants can be sponsored by an Australian relation or an Australian state or territory government. Independent applications are from those with the right skills and experience required. A graduate visa is for those from recognised foreign universities whose skills are required by Australia. In each case there are certain requirements that must be met and you should check each carefully.

The evaluation of applications for Australia’s General Skilled Migration Program is generally done using a points based system. To qualify, you must score the appropriate level of points set by the system. If you score a little less than required, your application may, in some cases, be placed in a reserve pool and may be considered at some future point.

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Transportation In Australia

When you reach Australia, the first thing you will want to look for is transportation. There are all the usual options: train, air and bus services to get you around. The most economical ways are likely to be the train or bus services. If you are from Europe or America you may not find them very convenient but still they are good and economical.

Train

You will find train services like the Airport Link, which plies between Sydney Airport and the city centre in 13 minutes, is the most economical way to reach Sydney’s suburban stations. Metro Light Rail and Mono Rail provides city travel in Sydney.

The CountryLink network reaches 334 destinations in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria. QR (Queensland Rail) offers safe and economical transport services within Queensland and interstate. The Ghan offers travel from Sydney to Melbourne. The Overland makes your travel from Melbourne to Adelaide enjoyable while V/Line offers transportation throughout Victoria, and Western Australian Government Railways around Western Australia.

Indian Pacific offers the longest cross-country train journeys from Sydney to Perth.

One visitor to Australia says, “As a frequent traveler to Sydney, as well as other parts of the world, I would give the trains an above average score for entertainment value, but a bit below average for convenience, timeliness, and cleanliness…”

Bus

You will find services such as the Brisbane-based Brisbane Buslines has scheduled services within Queensland; Eastline Buses which operate in Melbourne; Firefly Express which offers luxury interstate express coaches, and many more services that ply in and around various states in Australia. Most of them have flexi travel options. Many buses leave every 10-15 minutes to the major destinations, so if you plan your travel, you could well save a few dollars using these buses. (Why not!!)

Ferry

There are ferry services to Tasmania.

And a ‘must-do’ when visiting Sydney is the ferry to Manly. Surprisingly many locals have missed this delight.

Air

The Australian airline, Qantas, flies to all major Australian cities. You can enjoy a wide range of discounts like random discounting and internet fares. Virgin Blue is another airline that flies all over the country at very competitive fares. As there is not much long-distance transportation, you may prefer to take the airlines to reach farther destinations.

Concession Travel

Students up to 16 years of age can often travel free on buses, however do check to confirm this in the areas you will be.

Concession cards are available for students in many areas - again, check if this applies to where you will be. If they are not, then the most economical way to buy tickets is usually a weekly or monthly ticket rather than by journey.

Other ways to travel

Taxis in Australia are probably not in a student’s budget as they are very expensive!!

The elderly and unemployed often get half fare cards to assist them in getting around.

Cars are the most commonly found mode of transportation in Australia. Remember to drive on the left side of the road and watch out closely for speed restrictions as fines are heavy and better avoided! Other rules like wearing a seatbelt are stictly enforced. And you must have a license to drive!

As you can see there are multiple options for transportation in Australia. Opting for public transportation may be the best option open to you. Find what suits your purse and make the most of the opportunities.

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Sydney Scored Highest For Best Quality Living In World

In a recently conducted analysis on the best living city in world, Sydney marked the highest score. I read this in a recently published newspaper which stated that the above analysis was done by the Worldwide Quality of Living Index.

A range of factors for best Quality of Living were taken into account to arrive at the final result:

• economic performance
• environmental factors
• education facilities available in the city
• ease of access and class of transport
• other public services
• political and social conditions
• medical and health facilities provided in the city

In fact, Sydney exceeded the score established as the international standard of quality of living, which made it rank as the best city to live in, in the world! Now, who wouldn’t want to live in Sidney after this?!

You’ll find world class housing facilities in Sydney - anyone residing in Sydney cannot deny this fact. Sydney scored highest for housing, and with climatic and weather conditions also superb pushed it to even greater hights. Other two important attributes - namely socio-cultural environment and economic environment - are also good and so the scoring in this was near perfect.

Sydney occupied the second place the previous year but could top the first place for best living in the world in 2008 with people and Australian government contributing for improvement in the city.

The result of analysis was achieved only after collecting data consistently for a period of three months covering the above mentioned factors for best living with final monitoring also made on the same.

The availability of goods and services without any difficulties marks the good position of consumer industry and the reduced personal risk with an efficient infrastructure also makes Sydney reach the highest score for world’s best living city.

You can realize that any city in Australia would generally have the best standards of living in the world as Australians prefer to enjoy the same! In fact, the analysis recorded four other Australian capitals in the top thirty five positions of best cities for living in world. Among this the top ranking was occupied by Sydney. This paves the way for many multi-national companies and job seekers to make their way to Australia to enjoy the same. Australia also benefits by attracting workers and companies by filling skilled workers in shortage job positions.

You are sure to enjoy the natural beauty at Sydney as it is abundant there with its perpetual blue sky, well maintained harbor with yachting, surfing, sail boarding, swimming and water-skiing available, stunning beaches, fantastic wildlife and much more.

Sydney is a friendly city offering visitors a variety of attractions and activities. There are many nature rich national parks with many natural bush lands, making Sydney full of greenery for a healthy living.

Australian government also contributes a lot in terms of investment in infrastructure, high-quality housing, low crime, strong media for making Sydney the best city for living in the world.

One more beneficial and attractive point which would make your living at Sydney comfortable is though Sydney is ranked as the best city in the world, the cost of living at Sydney is not much and is very affordable. So enjoy!

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Australia - A Top Travel Destination?

Many people like me who live in Australia would surely rate New Zealand as the top ‘must-see’ destination. It is always true that many people would not want to go too far out of their cultural comfort zone.

Like Australians preferring New Zealand as the top ‘must-see’ destination, many people living in New Zealand prefer Australia as their top ‘must-see’ destination. There are various reasons for this and the one that strikes my mind is that Australia is like New Zealand with the difference being only in bigger size, more diverse and with better weather.

However, in the whole Asia Pacific region Australia ranks top among travel destinations preferred by many people.

The above statement was confirmed by Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). They survey reported that about 2.7 million people already visited Australia in 2007 and also this number is confidently forecast to increase in future.

The above statistics are based on door-to-door interviews conducted among various people of nine countries and territories. The survey asked people to list their top five ‘must-visit’ travel destinations in Asia Pacific region in order of priority and among this, a majority responded with Australia as their top ‘must-see’ destination.

There are various reasons for majority of people preferring Australia. Before residing in Australia, I had visited Australia about seven to eight times… What drew me back, time and again?

• amazing scenery
• fascinating Aboriginal history
• an land of contrasts
• remarkable variety in nature
• dramatic night skies

There are various places in Australia - like Kimberley - which bear testimony to the above beauty and features. One more vital reason is these factors remain unaltered for years and are sure to be there for keeps!

Though I have lived in Australia for so many years there are yet a lot of great places for me to see. Australia is a diverse country which contains lots and lots of cities, towns, rock formations, beaches, forests, deserts and islands to be explored which cannot be finished in just one travel visit.

I liked Sydney in Australia which has a moderate climate with warm summers, mild winters and rainfall that is spread throughout the year. The climatic conditions in Australia also make people prefer it as a top destination.

There are many nature lovers like me for whom the best place would be Gold Coast in Queensland. This area is a perfect blend of man made and natural attractions which is an eye-catching treat for nature lovers and is sure to make them prefer it as their top ‘must-see’ destination - even the next time round!

During my travels to Australia, I stayed in Melbourne where I found cost of living is cheap and less crowded than other places.

My visit to Tiwi islands is surely an unforgettable cultural experience and anyone would definitely have this in the top of their travel list each time. All these above factors like amazing scenic beauty, excellent climatic conditions, options for cheaper cost of living, great cultural experience, and abandon natural beauty contribute towards majority of people preferring Australia as their top ‘must-see’ destination.

Being such a cornucopia of natural beauty and such a melting pot of cultures, its no wonder that Australia is fast emerging as the dream destination - not only to travel to, but also to live in!

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Relocating To Australia Is Easy?

Relocating to Australia provides numerous job seekers with an opportunity to move to the land of Kangaroos.

• The world is shrinking at a rate never imagined before.
• Cultures are merging and people are interacting more actively than ever before.
• The advent of newer technologies and better lifestyles have seen populace shifts from well settled locations to hitherto unknown hinterlands in search of greener pastures.

Frankly it is quiet amusing, the way the human mind works. For a person who has been desperately searching for a satisfying remuneration suddenly starts scratching his head for a answer as to whether he should uproot himself/ herself and relocate to a place alien to him, or not.

Oh-so-warm Australians

The anxiety can be understood if one is required to relocate to an obscure country. However, the Oz is one place where everybody is welcomed with open arms and a mug of Australian beer. The apprehensions, if any, melt away the moment one touches Canberra or for that matter any of the metros. Happy go lucky people, beautiful atmosphere, amazing opportunities and a fun filled life welcomes you. The land of contrasts boasting of coral reefs, endless golden beaches, rich marine life, mountain ranges, tropical rainforests, and idyllic deserts beckons every visitor to its folds.

Australia is Cosmopolitan

Being the world’s smallest continent does not deter Australia from being the sixth-largest country. Major cities such as Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Queensland, Perth, Sydney, New South Wales etc attract scores of people from across the globe for a dreamy life. These metros not only breed a cross cultural society but also provide a fertile ground for those willing to learn and implement the Australian way of life. Being ruled by British has left an imprint on the country but that’s where the similarity ends (of course not to forget the left hand drive!). Australia has been a peace loving and fun filled country and it continues to be so, rubbing off the energy to any soul touching her.

Basics are taken care of!

Major concerns which plague a mover viz. schools for kid, proper housing facility, decent neighborhood and a stable job are generally taken care of within a short span of time. Thanks to the wonderful Australian Government welfare and guidance schemes, the visitors settle down much faster than the average settling down time. Knowledge of English language helps settling down faster and making friends who can be a catalyst to enhance the process. The language also helps in finding own way or while driving around the country. The Australian dollars and cents system is quite akin to the one known worldwide and is in fact, a step better with the advent of polymer (plastic) money which is not only clean and neat but also eco friendly.

Don’t worry - Be Happy!

Once the movement to Australia is decided, it is better to surrender oneself to the charms of the country rather worry about the future. The wonderful Australian lifestyle, fantastic climate and abundance of opportunities will bind you to this country. The recovery from jet lag would be quick and a combination of local friends would assist the transition phase glide smoothly.

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Australian Immigration: More Positives Than Negatives?

For people seeking a challenging and exciting career, Australia has been the dream country. Immigration to Australia is an ambition in Britain and hence the Australian Immigration Service has strict rules about the number of people that are allowed to enter Australia. Australia requires skilled workers and their work experience, qualification, and language ability are key factors in determining their migration. People enter Australia with an either an

• Investor visa
• Business Owner visa
• Business Talent visa or
• Senior Executive visa

The country’s economy is very strong and it encourages the immigration of skilled workers if they can contribute to the economy. But there are a wide range of views on the level of immigration which are more speculative in nature. CSIRO population study entitled “Future Dilemmas”, commissioned by DIM pointed out six very valid points with regard to immigration. They pointed out that the numbers of aged continued to rise but this is being debated that immigration actually can slow the ageing of Australia’s population.

CSIRO pointed out that Australia’s trade balance would worsen because of increase in imports and higher consumption of domestic products, increased gas emissions, overuse of agricultural soils, and decline in urban air quality and biodiversity. It claimed that Australia is over populated with reduced standard of living. Some claim that this rise in immigration level has led to shortage of housing and employers attempt to introduce foreign workers to avoid paying locals higher wages.

But Productivity Council has submitted a final research report that immigration cannot possibly be the only reason for all these degradations.

In contradiction to this, a study in science journal, Nature, claims that immigration does not result in global warming because although immigration increases population in one country, on a global level, immigration does not affect population.

It is being argued that:

• these immigrants to Australia actually reduce the ageing of population because they are young on average.
• Skilled workers actually add more to the economy.
• Immigration did not increase unemployment but actually it decreased unemployment because of more investments.

There is a strong emphasis in the immigration program to attract people who can contribute to the economy. The country continues to welcome migrants who are skilled and can help the well being of the country and its people.

The Productivity Commission does not accept “population pressures” as a major cause of strong increases in house prices, stating that “increased demand for better quality and better located dwellings, rather than for more dwellings, has been the primary driver”.

DIAC has found that Australia’s well-structured labor market along with the larger number of immigrants with higher education levels has tended to raise employment levels for Australians who are relatively unskilled.

“Gittens claims there is considerable opposition to immigration in Australia by “battlers” because of the belief that immigrants will steal jobs. Gittens claims though that “it’s true that immigrants add to the supply of labor. But it’s equally true that, by consuming and bringing families who consume, they also add to the demand for labor - usually by more.”

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Relocating to Australia? As A Student, Don’t Forget to…

Relocating for education to a new country, like Australia, involves a lot of administrative procedures before you actually board the flight. Australian universities and educational institutions offer an experience that can be rated among the best in the world today.

Eligibility Exams…

Once you have decided on Australia as your choice of destination to further your education, surf the net to find out what are the various things you now have to do. Remember there are exams to be cleared before you can be considered eligible for admission. Enroll in some coaching classes if required so you can clear the required exams with good grades.

Apply for a Student Visa

While you are studying for the exams, find out what paperwork is required to apply for a student visa. All your certificates and mark lists need to be kept handy. The same goes for all identity documents and financial statements.

To Do List

All this information is freely available on the internet, but you need to do some serious research. Make list of jobs to be done so you don’t forget something vital. The Australian Embassy may be able to educate you on all things required. There may be some medical examinations and vaccinations that are essential.

Learn all you can about the city you are going to stay in, find out your accommodation, its distance from the college or university, what will be your mode of transportation etc.

Allow Enough Time…

Relocating requires a lot of hard work and preparation. Find out how much time you need to keep in hand to complete all the paperwork and work your way backwards. This will give you a timeline of sorts which you can use efficiently and effectively.

Food and Diet?

Now that you have the administrative details all sorted out, start learning about the culture and traditions of Australia . Find out their eating habits and what kind of food is available. If you have specific food requirements, then find out what you need to do differently.

Check Australian Vacation Dates

Remember their holidays are going to be different so chalk out your plans accordingly. Plan your finances so you can make the most of your stay. If part time employment is an option, then ensure that the visa you apply for has the proviso incorporated in it. This information can be found out at the Australian Embassy.

Careful Planning Helps…

It is not difficult to relocate to Australia but it is not very easy getting all the clearances and paperwork in order. It is a little time consuming and detailed in its content. Your approach must be systematic and logical in its execution so that you don’t waste time and effort.

With ticket, visa and passport in hand you are well on your way to new and exciting times relocating to Australia, so all the best mate!

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Why Should I Study In Australia?

Education today is a small world… there is something for everyone in many parts of the globe. All you have to do is decide what you want to do and where can you get the best course option vis-à-vis financial implications, locations, admission availability, ease of getting admission and of course the reputation of the institute in question.

In this global education scenario, one very good option is Australia. Recognizing the potential in offering their courses to foreign students, today Australia has fast become a preferred country for various courses and career options. There are a lot of doors being opened for students and there are processes underway to ensure that pursuing your dream course in the Land Down Under is as hassle-free as possible.

International Standard Recognized Universities

Australia is a wonderful country. Their universities and institutions are among the best in the world today. Most of them have an international office on the premises which will help you settle down and get started. The Australian education authorities make every effort to ensure that their foreign students can get the best out of their stay and the course they are pursuing. Be it counseling, orientation, special needs of handicapped students, career advice, Australia covers it all.

Varied course options

As far as actual courses are concerned, the universities offer the regular subjects, degrees and diplomas so one needs to know and decide which field is suitable for them from the career point of view.

It’s not just lectures!

At the classroom level, classes call for debates, free thinking is encouraged, and creativity and a practical approach are stressed upon. There are tutorials and lectures, where for lectures there are almost as many as 200 students and the tutorials, are for about 30 students. The tutorials are where the lecture is discussed and debated which makes for a better understanding. Participation in the classroom is a part of the assessment grade.

What to Remember

As with studying in any country outside your own or for that matter even relocating to a new city for your education, there is a flip side to it too. One needs to learn about the culture and traditions of Australia. There may be some things that are unfamiliar to you. Finding your way around without stepping on toes is an art in itself. The best way to do this is to make a list of probable questions that you feel will help you understand the city and its folk better. Ask for clarifications and explanations wherever you can.

The Financials

The financial implications of living in Australia would actually depend on your spending habits and lifestyle requirements. On an average, it has been estimated that all things considered, one can safely budget $ 350-400 per week inclusive of food, clothing, rent, transportation, phone calls and entertainment etc.

So if you are looking for study options, then Australia can easily figure right on top of your list. Surf the net for all the information regarding admission, visas, and other procedural requirements. Get set for a great time Down Under.

Brought to you by the Australian Immigration Experts at Synch1

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