Study Engineering in Australia for a successful career

by Arpita Shah Seo Executive

Engineering is one of the most popular professions in the world. With so many disciplines and specialisations, the scope and the number of professionals associated with this vocation are ever-widening. Engineers today are leading from the front for an exciting technological future.

Australia is a leading global study destination. Students from all over the world arrive to study in Australia and avail world-class education. And many of these students in Australia are here to study Engineering in its conducive educational environment.

There are several Australian universities and institutes providing engineering courses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and other major Australian cities.

Some of the major degrees and courses are –

Bachelor of Engineering
Diploma in Engineering
Advanced Diploma in Engineering
Associate Degree in Engineering
Master of Engineering
Certificate III/IV in Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy- Engineering

Australian universities are admired throughout the world, and top employers across the globe recognise graduates from Australia. 7 Australian universities are cited in the 2016 Times World University Rankings for Engineering and Technology. Students have the opportunity to avail innovative and technologically-backed education in various Engineering disciplines; Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Automotive Engineering courses, and the list goes on.

Engineers Australia is the professional body for the Australian Engineering sector. Attaining a degree accredited by Engineers Australia gets you an Associate Membership with the association.

There are a lot many employment opportunities for international students in Australia because of the multi-dimensional work opportunities in a variety of Engineering fields. From multinational engineering corporations, large industries to research labs, small and medium businesses to construction firms, there is a great demand for qualified engineers.

The Professional Year (PY) program is meant to address the skill shortage and provide international students with the training to enhance their skills and knowledge in their required field(s).

The Professional Year in Engineering bridges the gap between university education and industry requirements and subsequently increases the employability of the student. The program is intensive 44-week training which includes 32-week formal learning and a 12-week internship with a hosting company. Successful completion of this program gets you 5 points for Australian Permanent Residency. Its no wonder why the PY Program is so popular among international students.

The scope and possibilities of Engineering in Australia are only going to increase in the future. And thus, more and more international students are availing this opportunity to achieve their career objectives in Australia.

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