Studying in Australia can be a life-changing experience. The best option is to quickly improve your English and this will – without a doubt - boost your self-confidence. Ranked 39th in the Best Student Cities 2018, Perth attracts each year over 1 million international students eager to live the Australian dream. While everybody has heard of Sydney and Melbourne, Perth is one of the best-kept secrets.

  ✔   Take advantage of the Australian quality of life

With more than 3,000 hours of sun per year, white sandy beaches and beautiful parks and gardens, Perth offers an outstanding living environment. The range of activities available is wide, and includes surfing, snorkelling, festivals and open-air cinema. Students can enjoy the beauty of the environment while also feeling very secure, with Perth ranked as the 21st safest city in the world.

  ✔   Develop an international network

Perth is a multicultural city, with more than 200 different nationalities, languages and religions allowing everyone to feel welcome and respected. According to the 2016 census, only 57.3% of Perth inhabitants were born in Australia (compared to 66.7% for Australia in general) and only 33.8% had both their parents born in Australia. These numbers confirm the vibrant multicultural lifestyle of Perth. In addition, Perth is in the same time zone as 60% of the world population, facilitating communications with the rest of the world, especially Asia.

  ✔   Benefit from internationally recognized institutions

The excellence of the Education system in Australia is recognised worldwide. The impressive results of Australian universities in the world rankings proves it. The  2019 QS World University Ranking lists 36 Australian universities, including seven in the top 100, among them The University of Western Australia ranked 91st worldwide. Studying in Perth will therefore greatly help you pave your way to a rewarding and successful career. Studying a degree overseas will also make your resume stand out to an employer

  ✔   Gain work experience in Australia

On a student visa, you are generally allowed to work up to 20 hours a week as soon as your course starts and full-time during holiday breaks and when your course has been completed. Only Research student are allowed to work full-time as soon as their course starts. Finding a part-time job will help you meet people, practise your English and add Australian work experience to your resume.

  ✔   Make the most of the Australian job market

With high wages and a low unemployment rate, Perth is a city full of opportunities, where everything can happen very quickly. With motivation and ambition your projects will thrive. Western Australia also values its international students and currently offers State Sponsorship for certain occupations in demand.

Key sectors of employment are currently: Hospitality, Retail, Construction, Mining, Agriculture & Engineering

  ✔   Discover one of Australia’s most beautiful region

Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, the largest state in Australia, covering a third of the country. It is a very diverse region with 12,500 km of coastline. You will be astonished by Karijini National Park, home to some of the oldest rock formations dating back to two billion years, as well as Ningaloo Reef, the world’s largest fringing reef. Down south, the wine region of Margaret river is famous for its outstanding beaches hosting the World Surf League Championship Tour every year. And do not forget to jump on the ferry to Rottnest Island, one of the few places in the world where you can see quokkas in their natural habitat.