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Why Ballarat / UB

Why Ballarat?

The University of Ballarat (UB) will offer you opportunities never experienced before. Prepare yourself for adventure and travel, learn about real Australian people and their dynamic culture and be challenged by our full academic programs. There is no better place to start than Ballarat city, often known as the birthplace of the Australian spirit.

Australia has a democratic system of government and it was in Ballarat where it all started. It was in this city in 1854, where the working class people made their stance against the authorities in a civil and bloody standoff. From this protest the democratic movement was born in Australia.

Today, Ballarat is a modern, growing regional city of over 90,000 people. Situated just over an hours drive northwest of Melbourne, the capital of Victoria; Ballarat is the ideal location for the international student. To the west are the magnificent coastal ranges and rainforests, to the south Melbourne city and the bay area; to the east rolling plains and to the north, the majestic Grampians National Parks. It is no wonder many international students enjoy our outdoor activities programs, which include; bushwalking, canoeing, mountain climbing and learning about aboriginal culture.

Well known as a college and lifestyle city, Ballarat offers a safe, clean and friendly environment to live and study in. With modern health facilities, two universities, sporting and leisure facilities, shopping centers, as well as numerous cafés, restaurant and nightclubs. All of this is located in the friendly and affordable city that welcomes international guests to share their unique and enjoyable lifestyle.

Why University of Ballarat?

Explore the real Australia through UB's unique, challenging and innovative subjects. At UB you will develop a sound base from which to understand Australian people and culture, history and the special environment we live in. You will be joining students from all over the world who have come to join the true Australian experience.

By spending a semester, or better still a year at UB, you will:

  • increase your competitiveness in the international job market
  • gain confidence in yourself and your abilities
  • make life-long friends
  • broaden your subject choice by getting the Australian perspective

UB has a number of exchange agreements with universities and colleges around the world. Please click for a list of partner institutions.



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