Sydney is one of the world’s best cities for international students, beating 87 cities to the coveted 13th spot, QS Best Student Cities 2017 reveals. According to the Wellbeing of International Students in the City of Sydney 2016 survey, the majority of students (88%) responded that they would recommend Sydney as a place to study. Here Scots will look at 17 reasons why international students love Sydney.
According to the Department of Education and Training, the number of international students studying in Australia broke the record in 2016 with 554,179 international students enrolled in courses in Australia, an increase of over 10% from 2015. And Sydney is one of the world’s best cities for international students, beating 87 cities to the coveted 13th spot, QS Best Student Cities 2017 reveals. According to to the Wellbeing of International Students in the City of Sydney 2016, the majority of students (88%) responded that they would recommend Sydney as a place to study.
Here Scots English College will look at 17 reasons why international students love Sydney.
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1. Great weather
With hot summers and gentle, mild winters, Sydney’s temperate climate is favourable especially for Asean students. You can make the most of the weather with outdoor activities, such as cycling through a green park in the city, hiking through the picturesque Blue Mountains or swimming from the peaceful and beautiful Coogee beach. There is no end to dreamy summertime activities.
2. The city with utmost effort against climate change
With the plan to meet all of the city’s electricity and heating needs through renewable energy, Sydney aims to reduce carbon emissions by 70% by 2030. If you feel proud to live in a city with the utmost effort against climate change, then Sydney is the right place for you.
3. World-class educational institutions
Sydney is home to many top educational instutions, including Macquarie University, the University of New South Wales, the University of Sydney, the University of Technology Sydney and Western Sydney University. Sydney currently has 5 universities in the QS World University Ranking, with the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales in the global top 50. For overseas students who need English language training before commencing higher level studies in Sydney or who wish to improve their English language skills for work or life back in their home countries, they can choose Scots’ premium-quality ELICOS courses solely dedicated to international students.
4. A multicultural society
Sydney is one of the world’s most multicultural cities. As estimated in June 2012 by the City of Sydney, 40.1% of the city’s population were born overseas. And top 5 countries for residents born overseas were England, China, India, New Zealand and Vietnam. Sydney’s multicultural nature means overseas students are readily accepted by others.
5. Work opportunities
There are many attractive work opportunities in Sydney. Sydney is a favourable destination for many multinational corporations and companies of all sizes. According to City of Sydney data, 50,000 new jobs were created in the city between 2010 and 2014. It will not be too difficult for you to find a part-time job during your studies in Sydney and find a decent job after your course completion.
6. Many activities outside the classroom
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After your hard work at school, you can immerse yourself into many interesting activities in Sydney – for example, sightseeing, shopping, joining entertainment activities and enjoying a diverse spread of food culture here. If you are learning English at Scots, then we take pride to deliver the best experiences to you. York Street has an abundance of food stores for snacks, books, bus tickets, anything you need. Furthermore, there are numerous recreational centres and shopping malls nearby Scots, just taking a few minutes walk, where you can enjoy and relax after your studies. There are loads of events which are held right in Scots campus to ignite your enthusiasm.
7. Global network development
Studying abroad means developing your global network. Scots has students from over 50 nations with various social and religious backgrounds, and you are welcome to mingle with them. Also, working during your study is a great way to meet new people, to network and to develop connections with other future professionals in the field.
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8. Diverse festivals and events
There are various interesting festivals and events in this multicultural city. You can experience not only Australian ones but also festivals from China, India, Egypt, Armenian, Brazil, Lebanon, Greek, Sebia, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and Poland. This is a great chance for you to soak up global cultures.
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Find out more reasons to study abroad in Sydney at: Top 17 Reasons International Students Are Attracted to Sydney | Scots English College
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