International recognition and innovation
Australian scientists and researchers have been responsible for many
advances in business and industry, and have made significant
contributions in medical science. Their investigations through the years
have had a profound impact on the lives of ordinary people around the
world and have won prestigious international awards including seven
Nobel Prizes.
Australians are acknowledged for being dynamic and innovative. Australia
has been a pioneer in solar energy research and Australian scientists
are investigating other potential energy sources. Australian advances in
technology include the development of an internationally accepted
aircraft landing system, the black box flight recorder, bionic ear
implants, a heart pacemaker and computer hardware and software.
Australia is also at the forefront of producing new technologies such as
our wave-piercing ocean catamarans, solar-powered cars and the
revolutionary orbital engine.
Qualifications recognition
Australian qualifications are recognised by employers and leading
educational institutions in many countries around the world.
An Australian Government organisation called the National Office of
Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR) assists Australian institutions to
recognise qualifications from overseas. NOOSR also works to promote the
recognition of Australian qualifications internationally.
Most courses and training undertaken by international students in
Australia on a student visa are covered by the Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF). The AQF is a national system of learning pathways which
is endorsed by the Australian Government and recognised throughout
Australia and by other countries. On completion of an AQF qualification
international students can progress to the next AQF level anywhere in
Australia as long as they satisfy student visa requirements. The AQF
simplifies international comparison and recognition. You will be assured
of a valued and widely recognised qualification.