The International students' handbook : living and studying in Australia / Danny Ong.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ong, Danny.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Students, Foreign--Australia.

Students, Foreign.

Education, Higher--Australia.

Education, Higher.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (269 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Sydney : UNSW Press, 2009.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Studying abroad is an appealing prospect but involves a great deal of thought and preparation. The process can be fraught with uncertainties and a lack of knowledge in many areas. Important decisions need to be made before departure and on a daily basis throughout an international student's studies. This practical and comprehensive book will help you evaluate your options every step of the way.

Contents:

Contents; Acknowledgments; Foreword; Introduction: Understand your options; First decisions; Making the right choice; Securing your education in Australia; Getting to know Australia; Starting your new life in Australia; About your university; Maximising your student experience; The benefit s of working and volunteering; The ugly side of studying overseas; Finishing your overseas journey; A final word; Index

Notes:

Includes index.

ISBN:

1-74223-122-5

OCLC:

635291517