With winter officially in full swing, you're probably looking for ways to spend your semester break. We've come up with a few ideas worth considering.

We've put together a guide to public transport in Australia because each state and territory has its own public transport system, which means that services, fares and student concessions differ considerably across the country.

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.

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.

There's been some exciting developments in the Australian higher education sector, with announcements that two new universities will be opening their doors in the coming years.

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

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

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.

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.