The Best Courses to Take in Australia

Students often select courses based on their interests and successfully complete them. However, some students may decide to change their minor course or major to a field that captivates their interest or offers better career prospects. Often, students initially choose programs based on factors like tuition fees, university location, and availability, only to later realize that the chosen stream lacks growth opportunities, prompting them to transfer to another program. This can directly impact their Permanent Residency (PR) options in Australia.

Therefore, it’s crucial for students to thoroughly understand the courses they intend to apply for and plan their future in that field. Pursuing a subject of interest can significantly improve their understanding of the course, leading to successful completion. Australia offers a wide range of programs with various sub-courses that can enhance PR prospects upon successful completion.

Engineering programs, in particular, offer promising career opportunities in Australia, with engineering graduates earning between 45,000 to 66,000 AUD annually.

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Structural Engineering

Accounting – This rapidly growing profession in Australia provides opportunities for graduates to secure roles such as Taxation Accountant, Management Accountant, and General Accountant. Students completing this course can expect starting salaries ranging from 50,000 to 75,000 AUD.

Computer and Information Technology – Computer Science is a major course that enjoys global popularity, especially in the field of technology. IT professionals and computer engineers in Australia can earn between 35,000 to 75,000 AUD on average. The field also offers a variety of specialized courses such as Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence, which further enhance career prospects and earning potential 

Sydney, Australia - July 11, 2020: Close-up view of Sydney Opera House from Cremorne Point.

There are numerous other courses in Australia that offer competitive salaries upon completion, including construction and estimation engineering, nursing, medicine, dentistry, education, and teaching. While Australia provides a vast range of courses across various universities, not all universities offer every course. Therefore, students should carefully research the courses available at their chosen universities and compare them with the offerings at top institutions, considering factors such as the fee structure and alignment with their profiles. Below is a table showcasing some of the most popular courses applied for by students in Australia.

  • Masters in Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Masters in Computer Science
  • Masters in Information Systems
  • Masters in Information Technology
  • Masters in Mechanical Engineering
  • Master of Computing
  • Masters in Oil and Gas Engineering
  • Masters in Environmental Engineering
  • Masters in Project Management
  • Masters in Architecture
  • Masters in Data Science
  • Masters in Finance
  • Masters in Teaching
  • MBA
  • Masters in Automotive Engineering
  • Masters in Agricultural Science
  • Masters in Actuarial Science
  • Masters in Tourism and Hospitality Management
  • Computer Networking and System
  • ICT Business and System Analysis
  • Software Application and Programming
  • Web Developing
  • Information Technology