Hobart, Tasmania: Upcoming Destination in Australia

Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania is majorly becoming popular as the study destination amongst the international students in Australia. Hobart has a unique and enriching study patterns in Australia which attracts number of students from different parts of the world. Hobart has stunning natural beauty, friendly community and high quality of educational institution that offers distinct blend of academic excellence and perfect lifestyle to the students. So, here are some of reasons why Hobart is becoming one of the excellent destinations to study in Australia.

  1. High Quality of Educational Institution: Hobart is the upcoming destination for studies with lots of opportunities and benefits towards the career outcomes of the students. There is only one popular university in Hobart which is University of Tasmania. University of Tasmania is one of the oldest universities in Australia offering wide range of courses in the popular sectors such as pharmacy, environmental sciences, agriculture, hospitality and tourism and so on. UTAS is recognized for its deep research in environmental science, marine and Antarctic Studies and arts.

Being a regional area of Australia, students can have benefit of Post study Work Visa option after the completion of their degree i.e. 3 years for Undergraduate students and 4 years for Post graduate students. Later on students can also have an opportunity to extend their PSW up to one year. Students can also have benefits of extra credit points to gain PR visa of Australia.

  1. Stunning Natural Environment: Hobart is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes such as Mount Wellington, Pristine Water of Derwent River, Hobart Linear Park, and Seven Mile Beach and so on. The Natural Beauty of Hobart provides serene and inspiring background for studies and outdoor activities for the students.

  1. Affordable cost of Living: Hobart has lower cost of living as compared to other main cities for Australia.  The accommodations, Transport and other everyday expenses are affordable as per the budget of the student in Hobart. Thus, making this city attractive option for the students to opt their higher education.

  1. Rich Cultural and Historical Heritage: Hobart is known for its rich cultural environment along with mix historical sites and contemporary arts. The City hosts the famous Museums of Old and New Art (MONA) along with various festivals such as Dark Mofo and the Taste of Tasmania. This vibrant cultural phase in Tasmania enriches the student’s lifestyle beyond their academic classes.

  1. Supportive Community:  Hobart is one of the safest cities with low crime rates and has a peaceful environment where student can gel well with local people and peer. Tasmania is having friendly and welcoming atmosphere that makes it easier for international students to settle in and feel like home.

  1. Focus on Sustainability and Innovation: Tasmania is known for its commitment towards sustainability and maintaining the environmental conservation. Student in Hobart will get several opportunities to get engaged in innovative researches and projects related to sustainability, conservation and renewable energy.

  1. Career and Internship Opportunities: Hobart offers unique career opportunities in the sections such as environmental sciences, Tourism, Agriculture and Creative Arts. UTAS is having strong connections with top notch industries which can facilitate internships and industrial experiences to the students.

  1. Access to Adventure and Exploration: Hobart is full of exciting landscapes, World Heritage Sites, Remote Islands and Coastal Resources. Students can easily embark on adventures to explore the unique flora and fauna of Tasmania and also discover their peaceful academic journey.   

Hobart is excellent choice for the students to have balanced lifestyle with strong community support and easy access to natural beauty while pursuing their education in Australia.                             

 

Written by
Neha V. Prabhu
Counseling Manager- Counseling-II