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

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

Australian cities have performed well in global ranking systems, announced among the most liveable and friendly in the world.

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?

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 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.

The Premier of New South Wales, Barry O'Farrell, has announced that transport concessions will be introduced for international students living and studying in some areas of New South Wales.

Australia is a popular destination for secondary school students. Last year, there were almost 18,000 international students enrolled at Australian secondary schools.

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

Once you arrive in Australia, driving can make getting around a lot easier. You may also find that driving gives you more freedom and a greater sense of safety.