Kuala Belait - The Australian government has recorded an annual average of 700 Bruneians enrolments in Australian educational institutions. This reflects the continuing strong interest from Bruneian students wishing to study in Australia, said the Australian High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam, Mark Sawers.

The High Commissioner was in Kuala Belait yesterday afternoon to ripen and show his support the first Australian education exhibition held in the district for potential students and professionals seeking study or training options in Australia.

Its accessibility and the high standard of education offered in various leading universities and institutions have resulted in the continuous interest among Bruneians to pursue education or training in Australia, said Mr Sawers during an interview with the Borneo Bulletin.

Australia is amongst the first country to promote education and offers global education support and affiliation with various universities and colleges in Southeast Asian region in addition to opening campuses in Miri and Kuching to offer the same quality of education, he added.

The High Commissioner underlined Australia's strength of education in the areas of engineering, biotechnology, green technology, research, medicine, law and ICT.

But he noted that it is imperative for potential students and individuals to investigate the strength and ratings of every universities and institutions before enrolling.

Highlighting Brunei-Australia ties in the area of education, the High Commissioner revealed Brunei's interest in seeking cooperation with Australia's vocational education training (VET) in line with Brunei's education system, SPN21.

"Overall, Australian education has made a strong impression among Bruneians and all students who have studied in Australia have returned with positive experience and feedback."

He further added that Bruneians should grab opportunities of earning the Endeavour Awards offered by the Australian government which provides educational, research and processional development opportunities. All Bruneians are eligible to apply for the awards, which focus on strengthening education linkages, skills and knowledge throughout the region and showcases Australia's excellence in education, science and training.

The Study in Australia-Brunei 2009 education exhibition event was held in the Belait District for the first time to disseminate valuable information in guiding potential students and individuals looking at study or training options.

The event yesterday afternoon showcased exhibits on tertiary, undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by 10 universities and institutions throughout Australia.

The event yesterday kicked off with welcoming remarks by the High Commissioner who underlined that Australia continues to be one of the preferred educational destinations for many Bruneian students.

"Another key factor for international students is the support that is available in every Australian institution offering education to international students."

He lauded the initiatives of Brunei student societies in Australia and looked forward to stronger ties betweede Brunei Australia Alumni Association based in Brunei and the Brunei societies in Australia and the overall growth in the alumni membership. He noted that this will provide a platform for networking and exchange experience and ideas and contribilit strongly to a long term growth in student numbers.

The Australian education exhibition yesterday drew mainly technical students and individuals who also had the opportunity to listen to briefings on 'Great reasons to study in Perth' and 'Studying Maritime Engineering at AMC - A pathway to the oil and gas industry'.

A similar exhibition will take place today at Sherator. Hotel, Bandar Seri Begawan.-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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