Showing posts with label Australia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Australia. Show all posts

Wednesday, 12 June 2013

Fields of Study in Australia, What are the Fields of Study in Australia, Departments and Courses in Australia

Fields of Study in Australia, What are the Fields of Study in Australia,  Departments and Courses in Australia



Courses in Australia are categorised in to ‘Fields of education’, also called ‘Fields of study’. It is a classification system used by Australian institutions to describe courses, specialisations and units of study.

Natural and physical sciences

Natural and physical sciences is the study of all living organisms and inanimate natural objects, through experiment, observation and deduction. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Atmospheric sciences
  • Biological processes
  • Chemical reactions
  • Geological composition and structures
  • Laboratory methodology
  • Mathematical and statistical techniques
  • Observation and measurement
  • Scientific method
  • Subatomic particles and quantum mechanics
  • Thermodynamics and entropy
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the workings of the universe, and to extend the body of scientific knowledge.

Information technology

Information technology is the study of the processing, transmitting and storage of information by computers. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Computation theory
  • Computer programming
  • Data format and coding
  • Management, storage and retrieval of information in a computer environment
  • Robotics programming and artificial intelligence
  • Systems analysis
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of information systems, programming languages, information management and artificial intelligence, and the ability to apply them to solve problems.

Engineering and related technologies

Engineering and related technologies is the study of the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and functioning of machines, systems and structures; and the composition and processing of metals, ceramics, foodstuffs and other materials. It includes the measurement and mapping of the earth’s surface and its natural and constructed features. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Aeronautics
  • Engineering and manufacturing technology
  • Food technology
  • Land information technology and remote sensing
  • Materials science
  • Principles of design, drafting, planning and commissioning
  • Plant and machine maintenance
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the conversion of materials and energy, the measurement and representation of objects, and the operation of plant, machinery and transport systems.

Architecture and building

Architecture and building is the study of the art, science and techniques involved in designing, constructing, adapting and maintaining public, commercial, industrial and residential structures and landscapes. It includes the study of the art and science of designing and planning urban and regional environments. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Aesthetics and space dynamics
  • Building economics
  • Building science
  • Building techniques and technologies
  • Construction management
  • Architectural design and drawing
  • Town planning
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of integrating structural and aesthetic elements in buildings and environments, and construction methods, techniques and materials.

Agriculture, environmental and related studies

Agriculture, environmental and related studies is the study of the theory and practice of breeding, growing, gathering, reproducing and caring for plants and animals. It includes the study of the interaction between people and the environment and the application of scientific principles to the environment to protect it from deterioration. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Crop production
  • Animal production and management
  • Environmental impact and assessment
  • Forest resource management
  • Soil and water conservation
  • Aquatic resource management
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the management and use of natural resources, and the production of primary agricultural products.

Health

Health is the study of maintaining and restoring the physical and mental wellbeing of humans and animals. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Disease processes and mechanisms
  • Restoration and maintenance of health
  • Diagnosis
  • Principles and practices of public health
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the principles and practices of identifying, treating, controlling and preventing injury and disease. It is also involves developing an understanding of the principles and practices of providing preventative, curative, rehabilitative and palliative care.

Education

Education is the study of the process of learning. It includes the theories, methods and techniques of imparting knowledge and skills to others. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Curriculum development
  • Processes of learning and skill acquisition
  • Teaching methods
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the processes and methods of teaching and learning in pre-schools, schools, tertiary educational institutions and other settings.

Management and commerce

Management and commerce is the study of the theory and practice of planning, directing, organising, motivating and co-ordinating the human and material resources of private and public organisations and institutions. It includes the merchandising and provision of goods and services and personal development. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Management and administration
  • Human and material resources management
  • Sales and marketing
  • Finance and financial management
  • Human behaviour and time management
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the theory and practice of decision making and policy formation, organisational development, planning, financial management, and the marketing and selling of goods and services.

Society and culture

Society and culture is the study of the physical, social and cultural organisation of human society and their influence on the individual and groups. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Belief and value systems
  • Cultural expression
  • Human development and behaviour
  • Human populations and their environments
  • Politics of power
  • Social organisation and structure
  • Social research methodology
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of human behaviour and interaction, beliefs and values, cultural expression, and social structure and organisation.

Creative arts

Creative arts is the study of creating and performing works of art, music, dance and drama. It includes the study of clothing design and creation, and communicating through a variety of media. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Artistic and technical aspects of audio-visual communication
  • Artistic and technical aspects of creating and producing art and craft, photographs and fashion apparel
  • Artistic and technical aspects of creating, producing and performing music, dance and drama
  • History, development and theory of the visual and performing arts
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of composition, performance, artistic production, choreography, design and creativity, and technical production.

Food, hospitality and personal services

Food, hospitality and personal services is the study of preparing, displaying and serving food and beverages, providing hospitality services, caring for the hair and body for grooming and beautification, and other personal services. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Application and use of skin care and cosmetic products
  • General beauty care
  • Hair cutting, styling, colouring and treatment techniques
  • Housekeeping
  • Hygienic work practices in relation to the food and hospitality industry
  • Preparation, display and service of food and beverages
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the preparation of food and beverages, and the provision of hospitality services including housekeeping, cleaning and food and beverage service. It also involves developing a knowledge of beautification and beauty treatments.

Mixed field programmes

Mixed field programmes are programmes providing general and personal development education. The theoretical content of this field of study includes:
  • Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Personal, social and workplace relationships
The main purpose of this field of study is to develop a basic understanding of reading, writing and arithmetic along with an elementary understanding of other subjects such as history, geography, natural science, social science, art and music. It also involves developing an understanding of key competencies and skills that are needed for job search activities, employment and personal survival skills.

source : http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/australian-education/fields-of-study

Tuesday, 11 June 2013

Universities In Australia Group Wise 2013, Universities Self state and territory wise Higher Education Institutions in AUstralia, List of Universities Colleges Schools in Australia State wise 2013, College Names in Australia Abroad studies

Universities In Australia Group Wise 2013, Universities Self state and territory wise Higher Education Institutions in AUstralia, List of Universities Colleges Schools in Australia State wise 2013, College Names in Australia Abroad studies

The Commonwealth Higher Education Support Act 2003 sets out three groups of Australian higher education providers: Universities, other self-accrediting higher education institutions, and state and territory accredited higher education institutions. Students at all three types of institutions are eligible for FEE-HELP, an income-contingent loan to cover charges and fees.

1) Universities

Multi-campus

  • Australian Catholic University, New South Wales (both in Sydney): North Sydney (MacKillop), Strathfield (Mount St. Mary); Queensland: Brisbane (McAuley); Australian Capital Territory: Canberra (Signadou); Victoria: Ballarat (Aquinas); Melbourne (St Patrick's).
  • Charles Sturt University, Bathurst, Wagga Wagga, Albury, Dubbo, Manly, Orange, Canberra, including Charles Sturt University Study Centres, Sydney and Charles Sturt University Study Centres, Melbourne
  • University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, Broome and Sydney

Australian Capital Territory

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  • Australian National University, Canberra
  • University of Canberra, Canberra

New South Wales

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  • Macquarie University, Sydney
  • Southern Cross University, Coffs Harbour, Lismore, Tweed Heads
  • The University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney
  • University of New England (Australia), Armidale
  • University of New South Wales, Sydney, Canberra (ADFA)
  • University of Newcastle (Australia), Newcastle, Ourimbah, Port Macquarie, Sydney, Singapore, Tiong Bahru
  • University of Sydney, Sydney
  • University of Technology, Sydney
  • University of Western Sydney
  • University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Sydney, Shoalhaven, Batemans Bay, Loftus, Moss Vale, Dubai

Northern Territory

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  • Charles Darwin University, Darwin and Alice Springs

Queensland

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  • Bond University, Gold Coast
  • Central Queensland University ("CQUniversity"), Bundaberg, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton, Sydney and Brisbane.
  • Griffith University, Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast and South Bank (Queensland Conservatorium, Queensland College of Art and the Graduate Centre)
  • James Cook University, Townsville, Brisbane, Singapore and Cairns
  • Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane
  • University of Queensland, Brisbane, Ipswich and Gatton
  • University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, Springfield, Fraser Coast and China
  • University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast

South Australia

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  • Carnegie Mellon University - Australia, Adelaide
  • Flinders University, Adelaide
  • Torrens University Australia, Adelaide
  • University College London's UCL School of Energy and Resources, Australia in Adelaide
  • University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Waite and Roseworthy
  • University of South Australia, Adelaide, Whyalla and Mount Gambier

Tasmania

  • University of Tasmania, Hobart (Sandy Bay & Hobart CBD), Launceston (Newnham & Inveresk), Burnie (Cradle Coast) and Sydney (Rozelle & Darlinghurst).

Victoria

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  • Deakin University, Geelong (Waurn Ponds, Waterfront), Melbourne (Burwood), Warrnambool
  • La Trobe University, Melbourne (Bundoora), Albury-Wodonga, Bendigo, Beechworth, Shepparton, Mildura, Mount Buller (former campus)
  • MCD University of Divinity, Melbourne, (Specialist University)
  • Monash University, Melbourne (Clayton, Caulfield, Berwick, Parkville), Peninsula, Churchill (Gippsland), Malaysia, South Africa
  • RMIT University, Melbourne (CBD, Brunswick, Bundoora), Vietnam (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City)
  • Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne (Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran, Wantirna, Croydon), Malaysia (Sarawak)
  • University of Ballarat, Ballarat (CBD and Mount Helen), Ararat, Horsham, Stawell
  • University of Melbourne, Parkville, Southbank, Burnley, Werribee, Creswick, Dookie
  • Victoria University, Melbourne CBD (Flinders Street, Flinders Lane, Queen Street), Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee

Western Australia

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  • Curtin University, Perth, Sydney, Malaysia (Sarawak), Singapore, Kalgoorlie
  • Edith Cowan University, Perth and Bunbury, Joondalup
  • Murdoch University, Perth, Rockingham and Mandurah
  • The University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle
  • University of Western Australia, Perth and Albany


2) Other self-accrediting higher education institutions

Like universities, these institutions have the authority to accredit their own qualifications. However, they cannot use the title "University".
  • Australian College of Theology and affiliates, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth
  • Australian Film, Television and Radio School, Sydney
  • Australian Maritime College, Launceston (a college of the University of Tasmania)
  • Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, Northern Territory: Alice Springs, Batchelor, Darwin, Tennant Creek, Nhulunbuy, Katherine, Yarrabah and Western Australia: Kununurra
  • Moore Theological College, Sydney (associated with the University of Sydney and the University of Western Sydney)

3) State and territory accredited higher education institutions

Like universities, these institutions offer post graduate credentials at the Master's and/or Doctoral level. Unlike universities however, each qualification offered by these institutions offer must first be approved by the relevant state or territory authority. The accreditation of these institutions may be verified on the National Register of Higher Education Providers.

New South Wales

  • Alphacrucis College, Sydney
  • Avondale College, Cooranbong (New South Wales)
  • Campion College Australia, Sydney
  • College of Christian Higher Education, Sydney
  • Lois Reid College of Counselling Studies, Tamworth
  • Sydney College of Divinity, Sydney
  • Wesley Institute for Ministry and the Arts, Sydney
  • Sydney Missionary and Bible College, Sydney

South Australia

  • Adelaide College of Divinity, Adelaide
  • Adelaide College of Ministries, Adelaide
  • Australian Lutheran College, Adelaide
  • Bible College of South Australia, Adelaide
  • IIBIT, Adelaide
  • Tabor Adelaide, Adelaide (Millswood)

Tasmania

  • Worldview Centre for Inter-Cultural Studies, Hobart

Queensland

  • Brisbane College of Theology, Brisbane
  • Christian Heritage College, Brisbane
  • Malyon College, Brisbane
  • Nazarene Theological College, Brisbane

Victoria

  • Catholic Theological College, Melbourne
  • Harvest Bible College, Melbourne
  • John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family, Melbourne
  • Kingsley College, Melbourne

Western Australia

  • Harvest West Bible College, Perth
  • Perth Bible College, Perth

Other private

  • Adelaide Central School of Art
  • Alexander Institute of Technology, Perth
  • Australian Academy of Design, Melbourne
  • Australian College of Applied Psychology, Sydney and Brisbane
  • Australian College of Natural Medicine, Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne
  • Australian College of Physical Education, Sydney
  • Australian Guild of Music Education, Melbourne
  • Australian Institute of Public Safety, Melbourne
  • Australian Institute of Music, Sydney
  • Australian International Hotel School, Canberra
  • Australian National college, Melbourne
  • Billy Blue College of Design, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne
  • Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Leura
  • Brandon Raynor's School of Massage and Natural Therapies, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Gold Coast
  • Careers Australia College of Healthcare, Adelaide, Brisbane
  • Chifley Business School, Melbourne
  • Endeavour College of Natural Health, Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth
  • Gibaran Learning Group (incorporating Australian Institute of Business Administration, Entrepreneurship Institute Australia, and Tourism Institute Australia), Adelaide
  • Holmes Institute, Melbourne
  • ILM Australia, None. Although registered in Australia, it only delivers courses outside the country.
  • International College of Hotel Management, Adelaide
  • Invisage, Brisbane
  • Jansen Newman Institute, Sydney
  • Jschool: Journalism Education & Training
  • Kaylene Kranz and Associates, Adelaide
  • Kollel Beth Hatalmud Yehuda Fishman Institute, Melbourne
  • Le Cordon Bleu Australia, Adelaide
  • Marcus Oldham College, Geelong
  • National Art School (NAS), Sydney
  • National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), Sydney
  • National Institute of Health Sciences, Canberra
  • Nature Care College, Sydney
  • Navitas World, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and various places in other countries
  • Oceania Polytechnic Institute of Education, Melbourne
  • Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, via an affiliate in Melbourne
  • QANTM, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth
  • Raffles College of Design and Commerce, Sydney
  • SAE Institute, Sydney, Byron Bay, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth
  • Southern School of Natural Therapies, Melbourne
  • Taylors College, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth
  • William Blue College of Hospitality and Tourism, Sydney
source: wikipedia.org

Top 10 Universities Colleges of Australia, Rankings of top 100 Colleges Schools University Australia 2013, Best College for Post Graduation Australia 2013, World Ranking of Australian Universities 2013

Top 10 Universities Colleges of Australia, Rankings of top 100 Colleges Schools University Australia 2013, Best College for Post Graduation Australia 2013, World Ranking of Australian Universities 2013



Australian Universities featuring in the top 700 universities from the QS World University Rankings 2012–2013:
National RankUniversityWorld Rank
1Australian National University24
2University of Melbourne36
3University of Sydney39
4University of Queensland46
5University of New South Wales52
6Monash University61
7University of Western Australia79
8University of Adelaide102
9Macquarie University233
10RMIT University246
11Curtin University258
12University of Wollongong264
13University of Newcastle268
14Queensland University of Technology281
15University of Technology, Sydney284
16University of South Australia293
17Flinders University342
18University of Tasmania357
19James Cook University362
20Griffith University368
21La Trobe University375
22Bond University380
23Deakin University417
24Murdoch University448
25Swinburne University of Technology496
26University of Western Sydney618

Australian Universities featuring in the top 400 universities from the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2012–2013:
National RankUniversityWorld Rank
1University of Melbourne28
2Australian National University37
3University of Sydney62
4University of Queensland65
5University of New South Wales85
6Monash University99
7University of Adelaide176
8University of Western Australia190
9Macquarie University251–275
10Queensland University of Technology251–275
11University of Newcastle276–300
12University of Wollongong301–350
12University of South Australia301–350
12Murdoch University301–350
13Charles Darwin University351–400
13University of Tasmania351–400
13Curtin University351–400
13Deakin University351–400
13Flinders University351–400

Rankings from the 2012 Shanghai Jiao Tong University's Academic Ranking of World Universities:[4]
National RankUniversityWorld Rank
1University of Melbourne57
2Australian National University64
3University of Queensland90
4University of Sydney93
5University of Western Australia96
6–7Monash University101–150
6–7University of New South Wales101–150
8–9Macquarie University201–300
8–9University of Adelaide201–300
10–16Flinders University301–400
10–16Griffith University301–400
10–16James Cook University301–400
10–16Swinburne University of Technology301–400
10–16University of Newcastle301–400
10–16University of Tasmania301–400
10–16University of Wollongong301–400
17–19Curtin University of Technology401–500
17–19La Trobe University401–500
17–19University of Technology Sydney401–500

The following table shows the 2005 rankings of Australian universities published in The Australian newspaper. The scaling method used in preparing this league table had seven components:
  1. CEQ (Course Experience Questionnaire) generic skills: 17.91%
  2. CEQ good teaching: 18.5%
  3. CEQ overall satisfaction: 18.9%
  4. Students in full-time employment after they graduate: 11.48%
  5. Those that go on to full-time study: 10.29%
  6. Drop-out or attrition rates: 10.65%
  7. Student progress or pass rates: 12.26%
RankUniversityScore
1University of Wollongong34.24
2Australian Maritime College30.79
3University of Melbourne29.93
4Swinburne University of Technology29.33
5University of Queensland28.73
6Australian National University26.95
7University of New England25.56
8University of Canberra24.25
9University of Ballarat24.08
10University of Sydney23.93
11Murdoch University23.49
12University of Western Australia23.42
13Australian Catholic University22.73
14Monash University22.16
15RMIT University21.18
16Macquarie University19.96
17Charles Sturt University19.44
18University of Technology, Sydney18.72
19Victoria University18.65
20University of the Sunshine Coast18.44
21Deakin University18.35
22Griffith University18.25
23Edith Cowan University17.91
24Curtin University of Technology17.45
25University of Newcastle16.31
26Flinders University16.02
27University of Southern Queensland15.39
28Southern Cross University14.83
29RMIT14.49
30James Cook University14.17
31Queensland University of Technology13.67
32University of New South Wales13.56
33University of Western Sydney12.85
34University of Tasmania12.00
35Central Queensland University11.49

Source: wikipedia.org