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.

Most international students want to do well in their course, but some find it difficult when they are settling into life in a new country or feeling a little homesick. If you're worried about succeeding academically, these five tips can help.

Once you have received your student visa and enrolled into your course, it is time to start thinking about your accommodation options.

If you've made your decision to study in Australia, you'll probably want to know what goes into applying for an Australian study experience.

Once you have decided on your institution, it's time to organise your accommodation. It's best to do this early, because there are a number of considerations that you will need to make to ensure you are happy with your choice.

If you have already made the move to Australia to study, it might seem strange to go to another country for one or two semesters on a student exchange program. However, as an international fee student, the option is readily available to you.

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.

Health services and rehabilitation is a popular field at undergraduate level, with more than 45,000 students completing courses in the field across the country.

If you have a passion for discovery and problem-solving then a course in science might be perfect for you.

Hospitality and tourism is quite a new field at postgraduate level, but there are many courses and specialisations available.

Accounting is a very broad field at VET level, covering courses in accounting as well as related areas such as bookkeeping and financial services.