27 November 2024 News

Moving your family to Australia

Many Canadians know there are a lot of things to think about when you consider moving your entire family to Australia. Let’s get started!

Believe it or not, one of the most frequent concerns OzTREKK students encounter is homesickness. In theory, you feel prepared for your journey to Australia, and you’re excited to begin this new stage in your life, so it may come as a surprise to you to find you are missing family members and the comforts of home more than you expected.

Choosing to study in Australia is a massive, life-changing decision, one that you shouldn’t take lightly. On a personal level, studying outside of Canada will no doubt expand your personal and professional horizons. You’ll meet new people and develop your independence. You’ll also end up with a career you’ve been dreaming about!

Your to-do list during the predeparture phase of studying in Australia can be overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to compliance. These are certain requirements that you must meet to be eligible to start your studies at your Australian university.

Meet OzTREKK student ambassador Josh Walt, a Melbourne MD student who has agreed to document his Australian journey—including some of the stuff other people may forget about—like how to adjust to life in Australia and how to make sure you have a support system in place.