Links We Like
Sydney Information
Below is a list of links you might find useful if you’re thinking about studying in Sydney.
Bondi Beach – Everything you need to know about this famous beach suburb – just minutes from SELC.
Currency – How much is the Australian dollar worth in your currency?
Surf Report – Check out the surf conditions around Sydney and Australia. Click on Bondi to see the conditions near us.
Sydney City – Find out what’s happening in Sydney and what you can do in your free time.
Weather – Have a look at the weather this week in Sydney.
Sydney Map – Find any Sydney street on this interactive map.
Beyond Sydney
Lonely Planet – Lonely Planet Australia has lots of useful travel information if you’re planning to travel after your study at SELC.
Oz Experience – For information on budget bus travel all over Australia.
Travel
Sydney on the Web – Sydney information
City of Sydney – Official government site
Sydney BusesAccommodation & travel info database – Wide range of travel information provided by Australian motoring organisations
Hostel Reservations- bookings at over 4,500 hostels worldwide with photos, map locations and facilities information for all hostels. All you need to make a reservation is a valid credit card – pay a 10% deposit online, a $2 online booking fee and the remaining 90% when you arrive. It couldn’t be simpler!
Government Information
DIAC- Department Of Immigration and Citizenship
Medibank Private – Overseas Student Health Cover provider
Study In Australia – Official Australian government website for advice on studying in Australia
CRICOS- Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students
AQIS- Australian quarantine information
Study
IELTS – Information about tests
Cambridge Test – Official website in Australia
TOEFL – Official website with test preparation materials
TOEIC – Official website
Dave’s ESL Cafe – One of the most popular ESL sites
Other
Babylon.com – Online translations and dictionaries
Aussie slang – Learn some Australian slang!
Third Party Sites
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