Why Canberra, Australia’s national capital, is a great study destination for Chennai Students

~Safety, guaranteed accommodation, multicultural and affordable-

all in the one place~ 

Chennai, 7^th September 2023: Australia’s national capital, Canberra, is known as the nation’s knowledge capital, renowned for its world-class education and research. This pocket-sized city is young, vibrant, and features globally ranked universities with strong employment opportunities post studies. Students can explore museums and galleries reflecting Australian culture, attend year-round events, and enjoy an affordable and accessible lifestyle making it one of the best places to live and study. For those who are interested in knowing more about educational opportunities, Study Australia is currently hosting a roadshow from 4^th to 10^th September in Chandigarh, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai. Don’t miss a chance to visit and learn more about Canberra and  discover the endless possibilities that await you.

Here are five reasons which makes Canberra the ideal study destination for Chennai students:

1. Quality Education – Enroll at one of Canberra’s tertiary institutions and you’ll study alongside some of the brightest minds in Australia. Canberra offers hundreds of programs and thousands of courses. Our institutions rank in the world’s top 100, with several in Australia’s top 10.

2. Employment opportunities – Canberra has rewarding employment opportunities for students, with the state frequently boasting the highest average income and the lowest unemployment rate in Australia. Eligible international students can access an extra year of post-study work rights. There are strong opportunities for internships and work experience in public and private organisations and it’s easy to find part-time employment while you study here.

3. Guaranteed accommodation – Two of the major universities in Canberra offer guaranteed accommodation on-campus that is safe and in close proximity to everything a student would need. The two universities that provide guaranteed accommodation to new international undergraduates are the Australian National University (ANU) and University of Canberra (UC).

4. Affordable and accessible living – Canberra is among the most livable cities in the world. With close proximity from university campuses to the city and beyond, Canberra’s transport network is both accessible and affordable. Students get discounts on bus and light rail networks and the city is built for cycling with more than 400km of cycle paths throughout the city.

5. Culturally diverse and inclusive campuses – Currently, there are over 17,000 people of Indian born descent living in Canberra, making India the 3rd largest nationality for overseas immigration to the ACT. The universities leave no stone unturned to celebrate Indian culture during major festivals such as Diwali. This helps students to network within and outside their community. Canberra’s commitment towards diversity is further evident through its participation in the ‘Welcoming Cities Program’. This program allows one to support the local government to advance communities, helping them create an inclusive environment. The city is extremely safe for all students, with equal and bright opportunities for all. 

Rei Seah, Director of Investment Facilitation who will attend the roadshow said, “I’m very excited to be here in India. This is a unique opportunity to meet with prospective students and share the countless reasons why Canberra stands out as an outstanding city for education. I look forward to engaging with students and parents at the roadshows across the country.