Sydney is the largest city in Australia, with 4.5 million inhabitants, a town known for its multiculturalism. In addition to Australians, Sydney is enlivened by immigrants from various countries worldwide. As the season enters the end of high school, many are starting to worry about further education, including plans to continue their education in higher education. Many people plan to study at the best universities, not only in their country but also abroad. Considering that the existing education system abroad has advantages for some young people, one in Sydney, Australia. This country of kangaroos offers the best education and is also the leading destination for young people.
Why must it be in Sydney ?
The quality of education is as good as in America and Europe. Behind it all, you will find various impressive, unique and exciting things.
You can add insight and see cultural differences, habits, characters, points of view, ways of thinking, etc. This is very useful to help you learn and adapt to differences, which will always be found everywhere, especially when entering the world of lectures and society.
Universities in Sydney generally also offer a wide selection of exciting study programs, one of which is indeed the most favourite majoring in business or management, but other majors are great.
In Sydney, you will also see, enjoy and feel the beautiful scenery, fun entertainment and pleasant weather.
Sydney is Australia’s largest city, with close links to Asia, and enjoys an extensive network globally. Many internationally renowned companies collaborate with universities, such as providing input on curriculum development and offering internship opportunities so that the university produces graduates ready to work. In addition, they also attend university career fairs and recruit international students.
So as long as you want to use your time to build connections, for example, through extracurriculars, part-time internships, and most importantly, get involved, you can become an active and productive student. The job prospects in Sydney after graduation are up-and-coming.
In addition, Australian universities are also very supportive of entrepreneurship. The university has free services to foster student careers and entrepreneurial spirit.
Student Cost of Living in Australia
Australia currently has the 16th highest cost of living globally, with the United States and the United Kingdom far behind, at 21 and 33, respectively. Before moving to Australia, one of the first things you should consider is the exchange rate. How much money is your home country in Australian dollars? After that, find out what fees you must pay while studying in Australia.
Estimated Cost of Living Accommodation is Sydney
- Hostel – $90 to $150 per week
- Shared Apartment Rentals – $95 to $215 per week
- On-campus Accommodation – $110 to $280 per week
- Homestay – $235 to $325 per week
- Rent – $185 to $440 per week
- Boarding school – $11,000 to $22,000 a year
Other Fees :
- Groceries and dining out – $140 to $280 per week
- Gas, electricity – $10 to $20 per week
- Telephone and Internet – $15 to $30 per week
- Public transport – $30 to $60 per week
- Car fuel – $150 to $260 per week
- Entertainment – $80 to $150 per week
All of these costs will depend on the lifestyle you live. So, most likely the costs you incur can be higher or lower than the estimates above.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has financial requirements that you must meet to receive a student visa to Australia. How to adapt to be like the local community?
Living and studying in Sydney is an experience like no other. Want to live like the locals?
Here are top tips for you to live your lifestyle and adapt:
1. Learn Community Language
Australians like to shorten words as much as possible, and although interesting, it takes some time before you get used to it.
Some terms you will definitely hear in Oz are:
- Muso (musician/musician),
- Garbo (garbage collector/garbage collector),
- Postie (postman/woman/postal worker),
- Journo (journalist/journalist),
- Pollie (politician/politician),
- Coldie (cold beer),
- Bikkie (biscuit/cookie/biscuit),
- Brekkie (breakfast/breakfast),
- Veggo (vegetarian),
- Cuppa (cup of tea),
- Avo (avocado/avocado),
- Chook (chicken /chicken),
- Snag (sausage/sausage),
- Cab sav (cabernet sauvignon),
- Arvo (afternoon), t
- Trackies (tracksuit pants),
- Uey (U-turn) and many more.
Who year, your name is even abbreviated. So, “get amongst it” (like what your new Sydney friend would say) and try using Aussie instead.
2. Visit a Coffee Shop
It’s no secret that Aussie people love coffee. Australian-style coffee shops are popping up all over the world. However, in Oz, the simple phrase “I want a cup of coffee,” will get you nowhere. If you love coffee, do some serious research and sample the menu before deciding on your favourite drink.
Flat white is the typical Australian style of coffee, although you will need to sample a long black, short black, long mac or short mac. Confused? Don’t worry, the Aussie baristas will be happy to help you find the right drink.
3. Do Not Refuse the Invitation to Eat
Australia is the only country that consumes its national animals the kangaroo and emu, so meat lovers can give it a try. Apart from traditional local food, Sydney is home to international foodies. For Spanish and Latin American food head to Liverpool Street; for Italian food, head straight for Leichhardt; for Vietnamese food, Marrickville or St John in Cabramatta is the place for you; Lastly, Korean, Japanese and Mongolian food can be found in Chinatown.
Weekend lunches have almost become a national sport in Australia, meeting up with friends in the early hours of the day. With bread, avocado, eggs, pancakes, bacon, pastries, fruit (and of course, coffee!), “Sydney brunch” will keep you up all day.
So, don’t you still want to study in Sydney? The above has been detailed based on the stories of friends from Indonesia who have studied and lived there: all you need to know is that their everyday language is English, but Chinese and Arabic are also equally popular with local people, don’t let you cannot master these languages
Also, keep in mind that for you in Sydney there are many beautiful beaches, don’t let yourself spend the weekend sunbathing on the beach, surfing, you can also fish, or just capture your good moments on the beach.
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