Top 7 Reasons to Study a STEM Degree in Melbourne, Australia

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Melbourne is known for its highly multicultural skilled workforce, and affluent and fast-growing population, with proximity and links to Asia. Melbourne ranks amongst the top three liveable cities in the world according to the Economist Intelligence Unit. Victoria boasts of a high concentration of education and research activity with internationally-engaged academic staff, cutting-edge facilities, and access to world-leading research infrastructure.

Students choose to study in Victoria for several reasons and a few notable ones are mentioned below:

World-class education system

Melbourne proudly sees itself as a 'knowledge city’ and is as a leading education destination for international students in Australia, ranking 3rd in the world-QS Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd, QS Best Student Cities 2018. Six of Victoria’s 10 Universities are mentioned in the world’s best universities rankings such as Times Higher Education University Rankings and QS World University Rankings from subjects ranging from Life sciences to health sciences and from Engineering to technology.

University and Industry collaborations

Victorian universities are known for a strong culture of collaboration with industry. Educational institutions and industry work together to develop innovative research, training and education opportunities in the areas of curriculum development, the provision of scholarships, and internships. This cohesive approach facilitates an environment that attracts skilled research talent. For more information on industry, collaborations visit Study Melbourne

A major hub for international and domestic companies

Global studies published by Deloitte, The Economist Intelligence Unit and AT Kearney establish Melbourne as Australia's leading tech city. Leading Victorian companies and foreign companies such as ANZ, CSL, NAB, Tool Group, Ali Baba, Healthscope, GM Holden, Siemens, GlaxoSmithKline, and Telstra are based in Melbourne.

Learn more about Melbourne, A major industrial hub.

A strong economy

Victoria is the engine room of Australia’s economy. With only 3 percent of Australia's land mass, Victoria is responsible for nearly 24 percent of national economic activity. Australia is the 13th largest economy globally, outstripping national economies such as Singapore, Hong Kong, and New Zealand. Victoria’s contribution to that success is significant.

World-class options in STEM studies

Melbourne is an innovation and technology hub with many universities offering a variety of STEM program options for education and research. Victoria is well known for its expertise in many sectors such as life and health sciences, New technologies, food and fiber, and ICT.

• ICT in Melbourne

Many international firms such as IBM, Microsoft, and Intel are present in the ‘tech city’ of Melbourne. Victoria is home to 53 percent of Australia’s digital games companies. Melbourne's cloud hub is the largest in the Asia-Pacific.

Some of Victoria's key ICT strengths are in Software development, cloud technology, IOT, digital games, mobility technology, social networks, and data analytics.

Learn more about the ICT sector in Melbourne.

Growing digital economy of Victoria.

• Health Sciences, Medical technologies, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals

Melbourne, Victoria, is home to one of the world's largest biotechnology clusters, the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct consisting of global and homegrown companies known for their excellence and innovation. There are only five of its caliber in the world.

More than 40 percent of the Australian ASX-listed Life science companies are based in Melbourne and many are partnering with multinational companies. Learn more about Victoria’s expertise in Life and Health Sciences

• New energy technologies

Victoria has been at the forefront of energy sector development in Australia over the past 20 years, leading electricity market reform. The government has established a A$20 million New Energy Jobs Fund, which offers grants to firms specializing in the new energy technology sector.

• Food and Fibre industry

Australia’s leading food and agricultural state, Victoria has an outstanding international reputation as a secure and reliable supplier of high-quality food to the rest of the world. Victoria accounts for 85 percent of total Australian dairy exports, which is around a 7 percent share of the total global trade in dairy. World-class food research facilities underpin this industry with food processing being the largest sub-sector in the Victorian manufacturing industry.

Vibrant start-up ecosystem

Melbourne ranks in the top 5 for the world's strongest early-stage growth. It has a thriving startup community that is supported by significant state government funding through LaunchVic.

Support for international students

The Study Melbourne Student Centre supports international students to thrive while living and studying in Victoria. The center offers many free services to support international students. Connect with Study Melbourne Student Centre for advice, workshops, volunteering opportunities, and other free services.

Now you know why Melbourne, has maintained its status as Australia's best student city for the fourth year in a row.

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[The article is sponsored and contributed by Study Melbourne.]