Australian Government organised Education Fair in 8 Cities across India showcased range of academic programmes, scholarships & career opportunities
Australian excellence in education and the opportunity to build a global career through an Australian education was showcased at the “Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011” comprising of education fairs & information sessions organised across India in New Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kochi & Chennai between February 16 to 27, 2011.
Organised by The Australian Government, the Education Fair showcased the quality, innovation and leadership of Australian education, and the global career opportunities an Australian education offers.
Australian Education for International Students
More than half a million international students choose to study in Australia each year. Widely recognised across the world, an Australian qualification is a significant step towards a global career, recognised in more than 21 countries, including in India.
Indian Students in Australia
More than 80000 students from India have enrolled in Australia in 2010. Academic programmes on business management, information technology, engineering, science and hospitality are preferred coursework by Indian students in the higher education sector in Australia. There has been a growing trend of Indian students involved in research programmes and doctoral degrees in Australia reflecting the culture of innovation and the high standards in education in Australia.
Education Fair
Leading Australian Universities & Educational Institutions participated at the “Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011” to disseminate contemporary information about Australian education, especially on the academic programs, scholarships, student experience, safety measures and career paths in Australian educational institutions to prospective students from India.
The showcase featured senior representatives and faculties from over 25 leading educational institutions from Australia, including the University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, Curtin University, RMIT, Bond University and Latrobe University.
Please click here to download the profile of the Australian Institutions participating at the Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011
Information Sessions
Alongside the education fair, information sessions were organised for prospective students to provide a holistic overview of the educational experience in Australia. The information sessions focused on
International students experience in Australia Australian Innovations
Australia and India education partnerships and collaboration in world-leading research
Australian education scholarship for Indian students
Student Life & Living in Australia
Emerging Global Careers
Exclusive session on global careers and the role of an Australian education towards building a global career were organised as part of the information sessions. Successful alumni & senior academicians from Australian education institutions will provide a comprehensive overview on skills required for a global career and on emerging career opportunities, with specific focus on careers in information technology, media and entertainment, design, health, engineering and environmental studies.
Speaking about the Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011” education fair series, Mr Peter Linford, Senior Trade & Investment Commissioner – South Asia, Australian Trade Commissioner said, “Australian education has a strong international reputation for excellence and quality education across universities, schools and vocational institutions. Students can be assured that their Australian education experience will give them a sound foundation and competitive edge to be successful in the modern world”.
“Close to half a million students from 190 countries worldwide are living and studying in Australia with India being the second-largest representation of international students. We welcome students from India to experience quality Australian education and to live, learn and grow with us. The inaugural ‘Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011’ which will provide authoritative advice on Australia’s education and training systems and will benefit students seeking international education & career opportunities in making the right career choice”, said Mr Peter Linford.
The Education Fair presented a unique opportunity for prospective students to interact directly with university representatives, faculty, alumni and scholarship recipients from Australian Universities & educational institutions.