Living in Perth - Global College Australasia

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Welcome to Perth

Located on the Swan Coastal Plain, Perth is the capital city of Western Australia. With a population of around 2 million, it is the fourth largest city in Australia. Renowned for its beautiful beaches and stunning waterways, Perth is a great option for international students.
The city is fast becoming a popular study destination for students from all over the world and it’s easy to see why: Perth offers a great outdoor lifestyle, convenient free public transport within the city, and accessible cafes, restaurants and clubs.
So, when choosing Perth as a study destination, students can find the perfect balance between achieving their educational goals and experiencing a great lifestyle.

Employment

Students should refer to the Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) for advice on their allowable hours in which they can gain employment and paid work.
Currently, as an international student, you can work 48 hours per fortnight (two weeks). Students have the opportunity to obtain part-time employment during the study periods and can seek full-time employment during the study period breaks.

Lifestyle

This city is fast becoming a popular study destination for students from all over the world and it’s easy to see why: Perth offers a great outdoor lifestyle, convenient free public transport within the city centre and easily accessible cafes, restaurants and clubs. So, when choosing Perth as a study destination, students can find the perfect balance between achieving their educational goals and experiencing a great lifestyle.

Cost Of Living

An important part of your financial preparation before going overseas to study is knowing the average living costs. This will help you to budget and live within your means.
Knowing the average living costs in Australia is an important part of your financial preparation. For your reference, here are some of the costs associated with living and studying in Australia. (All costs are in Australian dollars and linked to the consumer price index.)

Transport

Transperth provides bus, train, and ferry services throughout Perth and its surrounding areas. The fare system is based on zones and time limits. Typically, a single fare allows you to travel within a certain distance from your starting point, on any combination of bus, train, or ferry services, until the time limit expires. Our campuses is located within the Free Transit Zone (for buses) and the SmartRider Free Transit Zone (for trains) in the Perth city area. We are just a 15 minute walk from Perth Central train station and only 6 minutes from McIver train station. There are bus stops right outside the College, and the Yellow CAT bus stops at a point that is a 5-minute walk from Wellington Street campus.

For more information about Perth’s Transport, visit Transperth WA here.

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