There are 41 Australian universities, of which 3 are private (Bond, Torrens and Notre Dame). Diversity and autonomy are central features of Australian universities. Higher education in Australia enjoys a high international reputation. Australian universities are part of a clearly recognised international community of scholarship, with academic staff recruited internationally, and students also increasingly coming from overseas as well as from across Australia.
Feature
- Courses can vary considerably in form, entry requirements, duration and method of assessment.
- The academic year is generally from early March to late November, or mid-July to late June of the following year.
- The year is normally divided into two semesters, although some universities offer three semesters in one calendar year for certain courses.
- Students studying towards a Doctoral Degree or other postgraduate research awards may be able to negotiate an alternative starting date with their research supervisor.
Structure
Diploma
Duration: 1 -2 years
Bachelor Degree
Duration: minimum of 3 years
Bachelor Degree(Honours)
Duration: 1 years
Graduate Certificate
Duration: 6 months
Graduate Diploma
Duration: 12 months
Masters Degree(Coursework)
Duration: 1 – 2 years
Masters Degree (Research) – MPhil
Duration: 1 – 2 years
Doctoral Degree (Doctor of Philosophy – PhD)
Duration: usually 3 years