Higher Study in Australia

The Degrees are

1. Bachelor Degree
2. Bachelor Degree (Honours)
3. Undergraduate Diploma
4. Associate Diploma
5. Masters Degree
6. Doctoral Degree
7. Graduate Diploma
8. Graduate Certificate

1. Summer Semester: November to February
2. Semester 1 (Spring semester): February to June
3. Semester 2 (Fall semester): July to November

For detail info download Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee, Semester Dates file.

Requirements for Bachelor's Program

A. Academic
1. At least 12 years of education (HSC equivalent).

B. Language Proficiency
1. Most schools require minimum overall band score of 6.0 in IELTS or Overall band score of 5.0 in IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS.

C. Course Length
1. Bachelor Degree: Approx. 3 years of full time study
2. Bachelor Degree (Honours): Approx. 4 years of full time study

Requirements for Master's Program

A. Academic
1. At least 15 years of education.

B. Language Proficiency
1. Most schools require minimum overall band score of 6.0 in IELTS or Overall band score of 5.0 in IELTS plus max. 30 weeks ELICOS

C. Course Length
1. In most of the Australian Universities it is 1 to 2 years of study

Subjects for Bachelor's & Master's Program

Most of the Australian Universities offer: Arts, Education, Human Movement, Recreation & Performance, Music, Psychology & Counseling, Social Sciences, Accounting & Finance, Applied Economics, Hospitality, Tourism & Marketing, Information Systems, Law, Management, BBA, MBA, Health Sciences, Nursing, Architectural, Civil & Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science & Mathematics, Biomedical & Molecular Sciences, Asia & Pacific Studies, Communication, Community Services, Aged Services, Public Advocacy & Action, Multidisciplinary Degrees, Applied Physics, Chemical Sciences, Environmental Management & Sciences, Food Sciences, Life Sciences, Environmental Safety & Risk Engineering etc.

Expenses

A. Tuition Fees in $AUS
1. University education, Foundation Studies
Cost: $9,000 to $14,000 per year. (such as university entrance, preparatory and bridging courses)
2. Bachelor's programs
a. Bachelor Degree: $10,000 to $13,500 per year (such as courses in arts, business, economics and law)
b. Laboratory-based Bachelor Degree: $11,000 to $16,500 a year (such as science and engineering courses)
3. Post graduate programs
a. Graduate Certificates/Graduate Diplomas: $9000 to $16,000 per year
b. Masters/Doctoral Degree: $11,000 to $18,500 per year
4. MBA programs
Cost: $18 000 to $48 000 a year

B. Living & Other Expenses in $AUS
1. A student spends about $335 per week including food, clothing, transport, travel, telephone etc.

C. Accommodation Expense in $AUS
1. Homestay or Farmstay: $110 to $270 per week
2. Hostels & guest houses: $80 to $135 per week
3. Share accommodation: $50 to $160 per week
4. Rental accommodation: $70 to $350 per person per week
5. Boarding schools: $155 to $210 per week
6. University accommodation: $190 to $280 per week

D. Health Insurance in $AUS
1. International students must have adequate arrangements for health insurance.
2. Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) insurance costs generally from $75 for three months.
3. Students in Australia are responsible for their own accident and property insurance.
4. It is a good idea to take out travel insurance before leaving Bangladesh.

How to Apply to The University

1. Check with the departments to see if there is a closing date for your application.
2. You should write directly to the Institution's Admission Office for detailed application information and forms.
3. You can also download application form from university website.
4. Some universities have an on-line application facility.
5. Admission Office will inform you about the documentation, translation, and visa requirements.
5. You should start at least one year in advance to compile the necessary information and documentation.
6. The decision of the institution is usually announced within approximately six to eight months of the application deadline.