Tourism Australia
There is nothing like Australia
Australia is one of the world’s most popular study destinations, and it’s easy to see why. With a relaxed lifestyle, high-quality education, welcoming people and incredible natural beauty, Australia offers international students much more than an English course. It’s a place to grow in confidence, independence and global perspective, while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
About Australia
Australia is the world’s largest island
Covering a total area of 7.69 million square kilometres, mainland Australia is the world’s largest island, but smallest continent.
In distance, the continent stretches about 3700 kilometres from north to south and 4000 kilometres from east to west, making it the sixth-largest nation after Russia, Canada, China, the United States and Brazil.
Australia is also the only continent that is governed as a single country. It is sometimes informally referred to as an ‘island’ continent, surrounded by oceans.
Our ocean territory is also the third-largest in the world, spanning three oceans and covering around 12 million square kilometres. We also have one of the most urbanised and coast-dwelling populations in the world, with more than 80 per cent of residents living within 100 kilometres of the coastline. Australia currently has a population of almost 23 million people.
Diverse Cultures
Australian society is made up of people from a rich variety of cultural, ethnic, linguistic and religious backgrounds, and this is a defining feature of modern Australian society.
Australia is one of the most multicultural countries in the world. People from over 200 countries call Australia home, and more than a quarter of the population was born overseas. This diversity is celebrated through food, festivals, languages and traditions, making it easy for international students to feel welcome and included from day one.
Time Zones
Australia has three main time zones, with daylight saving observed in some states.
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST):
Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania - Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT):
New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania (during daylight saving – usually October to April) - Australian Central Standard Time (ACST):
South Australia, Northern Territory - Australian Central Daylight Time (ACDT):
South Australia (during daylight saving) - Australian Western Standard Time (AWST):
Western Australia
Weather
Australia enjoys a generally mild and sunny climate, perfect for an outdoor lifestyle.
Summer: December – February
Autumn: March – May
Winter: June – August
Spring: September – November
Weather varies by region, but students can expect warm summers and mild winters, especially in major cities.
Cities and States
Study In Australia
Study in Brisbane
Study on the Gold Coast
Study in Melbourne
Travelling is easy with BROWNS
Studying at BROWNS gives you access to exclusive student discounts that make exploring the country more affordable.
- Day and weekend activities
- Accommodation
- Theme Parks
- Car Hire
- Plus more
Once you arrive, our friendly team can help you book trips and experiences across Australia.
