Learning English by Study Abroad for A Few Months: in New South Wales

Education System in New South Wales

New South Wales is one of the finest in the country in Australia. From the iconic state capital of Sydney to beautiful regional areas such as the Hunter Valley and Central Coast, New South Wales (NSW) delivers an international student experience with a high factors. Here is, the he table below illustrates the different types of educational facilities available to students of different school ages.

The Australian school year for universities usually offer two annual terms. It is often known as sessions or semesters, each with a short mid-term break. Long university holidays generally fall at the middle and end of the year. Dates and terms for each university and college are different.

New South Wales has a thriving vocational education and training (VET) sector, which includes the government-owned TAFE NSW. You will also find some of Australia’s leading private education providers and specialist English language colleges. The government and independent secondary schools (high schools) found in NSW are also among the best in the world. Students who successfully complete years 11 and 12 in NSW are awarded a Higher School Certificate (HSC), an internationally recognised qualification for students entering tertiary study, vocational training or employment. Students wanting to continue studying after high school can also apply for an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), which ranks students across Australia based on their results in years 11 and 12. Entry requirements are what you need to have in order to get into a course. As part of their entry requirements, most higher education providers need you to have an ATAR or an international equivalent. TAFE and private vocational education and training (VET) providers generally ask for HSC or an international equivalent, and may also need proof of your work skills. English language courses often require a minimum level of English language proficiency.