In Australia, the majority of tertiary students enjoy a long summer break. So, after the stress of exams and assignments are over, you might be left wondering what to do. Here we list our ultimate tips for an enjoyable and productive summer break.

Australian tertiary courses are divided between two sectors: Vocational Education and Training (VET) and higher education. If you're not sure which one is best for you, check out our guide.

Australian cities have achieved excellent results in the Economist Intelligence Unit's 2013 Global Liveability Survey, which provides an excellent reason to study in Australia.

If you're expecting to 'throw some shrimps on the barbie', wrestle crocodiles or see the local students riding to uni on kangaroos, read on as we clarify some of the common misconceptions about Australia.

It's likely that you did a lot of research before choosing to come to Australia, but what happens if you want to change your course or institution?

Before you begin your Australian course, read through our top tips for a successful and enjoyable study experience.

With the huge range of courses and education providers on offer in Australia, it can be difficult to know where to study. Here we describe the three main types of education providers in Australia to help you begin your search.

Studying management in Australia means that you will graduate with a high-quality, internationally recognised qualification.

When you are studying overseas it can be hard adjusting not only to a new university and study routine, but also to a new culture, city and lifestyle.

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.

Australia's capital cities have achieved excellent results in the 2012 Global Liveability Survey

If the thought of organising a work pacement seems daunting, our five-step checklist is here to help.

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

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?

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.