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A Well Educated Population!
Australia has a first-class, quality-assured education system,
recognised globally for its design, co-ordination and vision.
International students regard Australia as a number one study destination.
Participation rates of both males and females are amongst
the highest in the world and Australians generally spend more
years in primary and secondary school than most other countries.
According to The Education at A Glance
2002 report, issued by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation
and Development (OECD), Australian teachers were among the
best paid, the proportion of the population with a university
degree was above the OECD average, and the nation's 15-year-olds
were among the most literate in the world.
The report also found that overall investment in education was comparatively high, with
Australia spending 5.8 per cent of its gross domestic
product on education compared to the OECD benchmark of 5.5 per cent.
The Australian Education System is overseen by a national
body, to ensure a consistent standard of quality education
is maintained through all states and territories.
It is divided broadly into five areas:
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- Preschool
- Primary School
- Secondary/High School/Secondary Colleges
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| TERTIARY |
- Career and Vocational Training
- University or other tertiary institutions
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School Education
In Australia, it is compulsory for boys and girls aged between
6 and 15 to attend school. Australian schools are either public
(run by the state government) or private (independent). Public
schools provide free tuition and are generally co-educational.
Private schools, usually have a religious affiliation, charge
fees and are often single-sex.
Tertiary Education
After completion of secondary school in Australia, students
may choose to further their education by:
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undertaking a Vocational Educational and Training (VET) course. These
courses are closely linked with industry, placing emphasis on practical
and skill based training or |
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a degree level course at one of Australia’s 38 universities. |
Australian universities have earned
an international reputation for excellence in teaching, research
and innovation. All institutions must be registered with the
Australian Government. Both public and private institutions
must meet high standards of quality and ethical practice which
take into account such issues as curriculum, qualifications
of teaching staff, and facilities.
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