New rankings have shown that Australia has opened more world-class universities in the past 50 years than any other nation.

Whether you want to make the most of Australia's unique natural environment or are looking to gain an internationally recognised qualification, Australia offers a wide range of high-quality courses for international students.

Australian universities have excelled in the QS World University Rankings, released this week.

If you know how to tell institutions apart, it will be much easier to find the one that suits you best. Here we list some important factors that you should consider when choosing an institution.

New ratings by QS World University Rankings have placed Melbourne and Sydney in the top 10 most student-friendly cities worldwide.

If you are looking at course descriptions and handbooks you will come across a lot of special terms. To assist you in your search for the perfect course in Australia, Studies in Australia has mapped out the main terms that you will need to know.

Australian universities are known for their excellent courses and high-quality research, ranking very highly when compared on a global scale. If you are looking at Australian postgraduate courses, have you considered research?

When you're researching overseas study, choosing a country is likely one of your first considerations. So why is Australia such a great option?

One of the biggest factors on your studies in Australia will without a doubt be where you choose to study.

If you have finished your studies in Australia, you may be thinking about moving back home. Our checklist provides a few suggestions.

If you have spare time over the holidays or just want to do a bit of exploring, there are many places to visit outside your capital city, no matter where you are studying.