Australia Universities & admissions - University shortlisting
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Is applying to US universities for computer science still worth it for Indian students given immigration uncertainty?
→Yes, if your goal is elite education and global career leverage rather than a guaranteed path to permanent residency, since H-1B lottery odds sit near 3 to 4 percent; it is not worth it if you are relying on heavy debt and a lower-tier program.
Is a master's in data science at University of Malaya or UTM in Malaysia worth it compared to continuing studies in India?
→Yes, if your goal is a globally ranked degree and future moves to Australia, Singapore, or the Middle East, since University of Malaya ranks in the world's top 70. But for immediate campus placement in India, a top Indian institute like an IIT or ISI offers better local ROI.
What is it like for an Indian student to study in Malaysia in terms of safety, cost and community?
→Malaysia ranks among Asia's safest countries, with strong campus security and low violent crime, though petty theft occurs in busy areas. Tuition runs roughly Rs 2.8 lakh to Rs 7.4 lakh a year, with living costs of Rs 22,000 to Rs 46,000 monthly, and a large, welcoming Indian community.
Is a Malaysia 2+2 program a better path toward studying in the USA or Australia than staying at an Indian university?
→A Malaysia 2+2 twinning programme is usually a faster, cheaper route to a US or Australian degree than an Indian university, since credits transfer automatically to a named partner school. It can cut total cost by 40 to 50 percent, but restricts you to that college's partner list.
For a career in finance, is UNSW in Australia worth the extra cost over University of Birmingham Dubai given current job market conditions?
→UNSW Sydney is worth its extra cost if you are targeting high finance roles like investment banking or private equity, since bulge bracket banks recruit directly from its campus. Birmingham Dubai suits you better if you want a lower cost, tax free start in corporate finance or Big Four roles.
Is a University of Melbourne economics degree worth a large education loan compared to studying at Delhi University instead?
→No, borrowing over one crore rupees for a Melbourne economics degree is not worth it against Delhi University's near zero cost. A one crore loan grows to about 1.21 crore by graduation, needing a monthly EMI near 1.63 lakh to service comfortably.
For an AI/ML master's in Australia, which offers better job prospects and PR pathways: ANU, Adelaide, or Monash?
→Monash offers the best immediate job prospects through Melbourne's large tech ecosystem, but counts as non-regional so you get no bonus points. Adelaide is regional, adding five points plus an extra visa year, alongside a growing AI hub. ANU suits research or PhD goals more than industry roles.
All Questions (76)
Is applying to US universities for computer science still worth it for Indian students given immigration uncertainty?
→Is a master's in data science at University of Malaya or UTM in Malaysia worth it compared to continuing studies in India?
→What is it like for an Indian student to study in Malaysia in terms of safety, cost and community?
→Is a Malaysia 2+2 program a better path toward studying in the USA or Australia than staying at an Indian university?
→For a career in finance, is UNSW in Australia worth the extra cost over University of Birmingham Dubai given current job market conditions?
→Is a University of Melbourne economics degree worth a large education loan compared to studying at Delhi University instead?
→For an AI/ML master's in Australia, which offers better job prospects and PR pathways: ANU, Adelaide, or Monash?
→Can you share the list of universities with indication of partner and non-partner status in UK/Australia for a Postgraduate?
→If you were to rank the countries US, UK, Australia, Singapore, and Ireland based on my profile and choice of program, how would you rank them for a BBA/Master's?
→Considering the current global situation, which countries would you recommend for study abroad for a Master's?
→If I do not get admission in Australia, can Canada be my second option for studying abroad for a Master's/Bachelor's?
→Do you have any country preferences for studying horticulture, such as Australia or Germany for a Master's?
→Can you please give me information about universities in New Zealand in North Island and some universities in Sydney and Melbourne for a Master's?
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