The advertising formula 'study + work = career' was once invented specifically to promote education in Australia, but it suits New Zealand perfectly as well. According to educational agents, the programs of Australian and New Zealand universities present all the best that the world has to offer. As 'Study Abroad' notes, the number and variety of courses and programs offered is indeed enormous. In addition, almost all educational institutions maintain close ties with the business world, conduct scientific work, and strive to ensure that students have the best and most modern equipment at their disposal. It would not be wrong to say that obtaining higher education in these countries is promising in itself, regardless of the chosen specialty and educational institution. But there are still areas where demand is particularly high. So what and where should one study in these distant countries to become a high-class and sought-after specialist?
Australia
In this country, specialists in economics, finance, engineering, computer technology, and chemistry are especially valued. The public service sector (administrative activities, teaching, social work) is becoming more promising year by year. Over the past five years, quite a few new vacancies have appeared in this area. In addition, nurses will not be left without work, and having a university education in this specialty will pleasantly affect the size of the salary.
Programs in computer technology and IT are offered by the University of Ballarat, University of Adelaide, Central Queensland University, University of Queensland, Monash University, and others. The program at the University of Ballarat can be considered a model for many educational institutions. It is with this university that IBM closely collaborates, conducting joint research. And the most talented students can even count on receiving a scholarship from this company.
Programs in economics and finance, in one form or another, are available in almost every educational institution in the country. For example, at the University of Western Sydney, Central Queensland University, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, University of Sydney, etc. Central Queensland University is one of the best educational institutions, whose graduates quickly and easily find permanent high-paying jobs. Macquarie University is known for its master's program in applied finance. And Dr. John Harsanyi, a Nobel laureate in economics, was once a student at the University of Sydney.
Engineering faculties train specialists in various fields, such as auto mechanics, electricians, construction specialists, and road engineers. By the way, according to an acquaintance who recently returned from Australia, a specialist in road construction and design has huge prospects. Very often, engineering faculties conduct research and work closely with manufacturing companies interested in qualified personnel. You can study this specialty, for example, at the University of Adelaide, University of Queensland, etc. The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Systems at Central Queensland University trains specialists in electrical engineering, civil and industrial construction, mechanics, and physics.
Griffith University quickly managed to take a leading position in training specialists in family and childhood issues. By the way, this educational institution also leads in the fields of natural sciences, modern Asian culture, and economics. The pedagogical department of Central Queensland University trains specialists in preschool, primary, secondary, and vocational education. The Faculty of Psychology at the University of Queensland, the Faculty of Pedagogy, Foreign Languages and Social Services at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. In addition, programs in various aspects of pedagogy are offered by Queensland University of Technology and Monash University, etc. Social workers are produced by one of the schools at the University of Ballarat, specializing in behavioral, social, and humanitarian sciences.
Probably, every educational institution in Australia has something to be proud of and boast about. For example, at the Adelaide Institute - one of the best educational institutions in the country - the world's first viable organ with a computer chip, created by specialists in genetic engineering, was obtained. The University of Canberra is known for the applied nature of its courses, for example, in marketing, architecture, law, computer engineering, medicine. Macquarie University is famous for its course in logical-mathematical planning of business development. And developments in the fields of biology, laser physics, geology, and ancient history have brought this educational institution worldwide fame.
All Australian universities offer bachelor's and master's programs. Some educational institutions give students the opportunity to obtain a double degree in various disciplines. At the University of Sydney, you can take a comprehensive course leading to qualifications, for example, in economics and law, engineering and management, art history and commerce, etc. At Central Queensland University, particularly gifted and diligent students can get a bachelor's degree not in three but in two years.
New Zealand
In this country, there is high demand for specialists with university degrees. Priority areas are business sciences (according to data from a government group of the Ministry of Labour, about 20% of vacancies remain unfilled in this field), finance (insurance and investment, financial management, accounting, etc.), engineering specialties (auto mechanics, electricians, welders, architects, road engineers, builders), information technology. Demand for IT specialists will grow, as the New Zealand government plans to develop this field of knowledge, while the number of students in this specialty has somewhat decreased. Tourism and hospitality are another promising area of study.
For example, the Pacific International Hotel Management School trains mid-level managers for the hospitality industry. The school itself is located in a functioning hotel, allowing students to be both guests and managers and bartenders. According to one student, PIHMS is the best place to study for those planning to work in the hotel business. The main feature of the school is its successful combination of theoretical and practical classes. Upon graduation, students receive two diplomas - New Zealand and Swiss (International Hotel and Tourism Training Institute, Switzerland). Almost all graduates find employment immediately after graduation. And many during their paid internship manage to earn more than their parents pay for a semester of study. In addition to PIHMS, programs in hospitality and tourism are offered by Auckland Institute of Studies St. Helens, Lincoln University, Waiakiri Institute of Technology, The Waikato Institute of Technology, Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, and others.
The most famous MBA program in the country with a specialization in international business is taught at Auckland Institute of Studies St. Helens. It covers the most important aspects of doing business - information systems management, world economy, international finance, risk management, innovation in business and production, e-commerce, and others. Faculties of business and commerce exist at Massey University, Waiakiri Institute of Technology, The University of Canterbury, Auckland University of Technology, Victoria University of Wellington, The University of Auckland. The programs in finance and management at Lincoln University are highly authoritative and have received international recognition.
In the field of engineering and natural sciences, the University of Canterbury has earned well-deserved fame. According to New Zealand cyclist Sarah Ulmer, who participated in the Olympic Games in Athens, she won a gold medal and set a new world record thanks to scientists from this very university. For natural science students, the location of the university is important, as the South Island is a natural laboratory in itself. Many university programs involve participation in expeditions, work at field research stations and high-altitude observatories. At the University of Canterbury, one can obtain a double degree, for example, in linguistics and commerce (BSc/BCom), studying in two faculties simultaneously or sequentially. It is very attractive that many university programs provide scholarships and grants for students with excellent academic performance, an active life position, and leadership qualities. Engineering sciences can also be studied at Waiakiri Institute of Technology, Auckland University of Technology, or The University of Auckland.
Almost all universities in the country offer diploma, postgraduate and certificate programs. Particular diversity is at Unitec Institute of Technology. For students, 18 bachelor's degrees with 33 specializations, 78 diploma and certificate programs, postgraduate, master's and doctoral programs have been developed.