Why are students preferring Australia over Canada for education?

Thought of studying in Australia or Canada, but unsure how to make choice among these two globally recognized countries for quality education and best job placements? Do not worry, after this article you would be able to make the right choice for yourself.

As of year 2023, Australia is 14th largest national economy, by nominal GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and the 19th largest by PPP (Public-Private Partnership) adjusted GDP, also its economy is strongly intertwined with major countries of East and Southeast Asia.

As Indian rupee is not stronger than Canadian and Australian dollars, hence Indians have to take account for every penny being spent. According to a survey, the room rent in Canada is 40% higher than in Australia and the food expenses in Canada are 50% higher than in Australia.

The minimum hourly pay in Canada is 10 CAD (613 Indian Rupees) whereas in Australia the minimum hourly pay is 18.63 AUD (1023 Indian Rupees), also India is closer to Australia than Canada in distance wise, so if there be any family emergency a student can easily and cheaply fly back to India from Australia than from Canada.

Australia has favourable weather condition in comparison to Canada, as Canada is one of the coldest countries in the world and temperature can go as low as -52 degree Celsius (recorded in Lytton, British Columbia in year 2021), which can lead to physical challenges from cold weather, strokes, and climate-borne diseases.

Since Australia has more QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) world ranking universities, its education system is better than Canada’s. It is home to the 6 of the top 100 universities in the world. It also has 7 of the world’s most student-friendly cities. Some of the most popular fields in Australia are Hotel Management, Information Technology, MBA, Healthcare, Education, and Business Administration. It is possible to earn more better in Australia than in Canada. Australia’s average labour growth exceeds Canada’s by 0.4% points.

Living standard of people living in Australia is much better than Canada, because Australia has a better standard of living, high-salaried jobs, quality education system, public infrastructure, free healthcare services and a low crime rate. Moreover, as per the 2022 Human Development Index (HDI), Australia is 5th, and Canada is in the 15th position. As per the United Nations report, Australia has ranked as the second-best country in the world for its excellent quality of life.

With all these advantages, which can help you get best education and upskill your career you shouldn’t be holding back yourself from packing your bag pack and flying to Australia, because limitless career opportunities andsuccess awaits you. Hope this was helpful and knowledgeable enough to clear out any confusion you had in your mind. Wishing you best of luck for your future endeavors !