When thinking about studying abroad in Australia, most people envision large cities like Sydney and Melbourne. However, there are smaller cities and towns that are just as developed but less known, and these are referred to as regional areas.
WHAT ARE REGIONAL AREAS?
Since November 16, 2019, the Australian government has implemented preferential policies related to regional areas. In addition to major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, all other cities in Australia are now considered regional areas.
The concept of regional areas in Australia was introduced to promote urbanization in these settlements. This is particularly significant for economic development, education, and attracting immigrants and international students to work and study in regional areas.
WHAT ARE THE REGIONAL AREAS IN AUSTRALIA?
This area includes cities and central regions such as: Perth, Adelaide, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, Canberra, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie, Wollongong/Illawarra, Geelong, and Hobart.
ADVANTAGES OF STUDYING IN REGIONAL AREAS:
– Priority visa processing
– International students graduating with a bachelor’s degree or higher will be given the opportunity to continue their studies
– Access to a list of regional occupations with more job opportunities
– International students graduating with a bachelor’s degree or higher will receive an additional 2 years to stay in Australia
– Higher chances of permanent residency in regional areas
– An additional 5 points in the immigration test
– Additionally, tuition and living costs are 20-30% cheaper
WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITIES IN REGIONAL AREAS:
– University of Adelaide (in South Australia)
– Griffith University (in Queensland)
– Deakin University and La Trobe University (in Victoria)
– The University of Western Australia and Edith Cowan University (in Western Australia)
– The University of Wollongong (in New South Wales, campus in Wollongong is in a regional area)
– University of Canberra (in the Australian Capital Territory)
