Delhi: The Study Australia Showcase, hosted by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (a government agency), drew significant attention from students, parents, and education leaders in Delhi on Tuesday.

The event provided a valuable platform for students and parents to directly interact with representatives from 15 renowned Australian universities. Attendees also had the chance to gain insights from representatives of Australian states and territories, the Australian Department of Home Affairs, and the Australian Department of Education.

Throughout the day, the showcase highlighted Australia’s excellence in education and offered online tools to help students identify the best study options in Australia.

Moreover, the event shed light on Australian Government initiatives aimed at shaping the global careers of Indian students.

Dr. Monica Kennedy, Senior Trade & Investment Commissioner at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), Australian Government, expressed, “We collaborate extensively with Indian students to ensure that they are making optimal choices when considering studying in Australia. Through our Study Australia showcase, we deliver the latest, reliable, and pertinent information to students, parents, educational counsellors, and agents. The active engagement of all stakeholders contributed significantly to the success of the event, and we take pleasure in addressing their inquiries. An impressive number of students have expressed their eagerness to select Australia as their preferred location for advanced education, and we are excitedly looking forward to accommodating them all.”

Participants at the showcase received guidance on the student visa application process, and representatives from the Australian government provided detailed information on scholarships and student life in Australia.

In recent years, an increasing number of Indian students have chosen Australia for its world-class education, post-study work opportunities, and quality of life. As of June 2023, more than 98,000 Indian students are pursuing their education in Australia.

Australia consistently earns global recognition for research excellence, quality of life, student satisfaction, and employment prospects. Australian educational institutions have continued to excel, as evidenced by their impressive rankings in the recently released QS World University Rankings for 2024.

According to the QS Rankings 2024, three Australian universities are ranked among the top 20 globally, with nine universities in the top 100. An impressive 95% of Australian universities hold global rankings, reaffirming their commitment to providing high-quality education.