Living in Australia means encountering many opportunities; it is a young, multicultural and open country with an ever-growing economy.

Australia’s quality of life and unrivalled natural beauty make it the ideal destination for you if you have ever dreamed about improving your future.

There’s more than one type of Australia: you can come across crowded metropolises or uninhabited places. You may experience sunny, tropical climates or cooler, rainier ones.

Choosing your destination is therefore the first big decision to make before you leave.

If you like big cities, then you really have to choose between Sydney and Melbourne. Both have populations in excess of 4 million, and both are extremely multicultural cities that are dynamic and full of diversity. But they are very different.

Sydney is famous for its great weather, sandy beaches, stunning harbour and for modern architecture. For those who love the outdoor lifestyle, it’s a great city.

Melbourne, on the other hand, is a much more “cultured” city. Some say that it has a more “European” feel.  If you like small streets, a more intimate atmosphere and sport (Melbourne is home to many of the biggest sporting events in Australia) then Melbourne may be the place for you. But do expect very mixed weather!

If beach life is for you, then you may want to consider a beach town. The most popular with our students are Byron Bay, Gold Coast, Mackay, and Cairns.

Byron Bay is famous for being the “hippy” town on the north coast of New South Wales. Here you can enjoy yoga and surfing in a wonderful subtropical town. Gold Coast is the fastest growing city in Australia, with high-rise buildings and an almost American lifestyle along 80 km of beaches. Mackay and Cairns offer a tropical lifestyle – great if you want to enjoy the world-famous Great Barrier Reef.