International

A very liveable city

Take a tour of Perth with James, a current international student.

Perth is the capital of the largest state in Australia, Western Australia.

With a population of 1.7 million people, Perth is a sophisticated and cosmopolitan city with fantastic shopping, cafés, bars and restaurants all within easy reach.

In the 2012 Economist survey, Perth was ninth on a list of the most liveable cities in the world.

Central’s campuses are located in popular cultural hubs just minutes from the city centre.

Outdoor lifestyle

Enjoy our unique West Australian lifestyle

Perth experiences a mediterranean climate. Summers are dry, and although can be hot during the day, a cooling sea breeze known as the ‘Fremantle Doctor’ can make for comfortable outdoor evenings. During winter, the temperatures can be cold overnight but are mild and sunny during the day.

Because of this climate, West Australians embrace the outdoors, and it occupies much of our leisure time.

There are many beaches to go around, such as the famous Cottesloe beach, most of which are supervised by trained lifeguards.

Right on the city's door step, overlooking the skyline is Kings Park, with over 4000 hectares of bushland, with walking trails, gardens and picnic areas.

Rottnest Island is located a short ferry away. This unique holiday spot has beautiful bays to swim and snorkel in and with no cars allowed, it is a great place to cycle. It is also the home of the Quokka.

As a windy city, Perth is also internationally renowned for it's sailing activities, and it's harbour city, Fremantle, famously hosted the America's Cup.

Picture - Kings Park. Courtesy Tourism WA

Food

Fresh and affordable

Perth is a mixing bowl of different dishes brought together from different parts of the world. Restaurants offer a great variety of menus from oriental cuisine to fresh seafood.

There are also a great number of international dishes authentically prepared in easily accessible food outlets around Perth, at an affordable price.

Australia has its own specific culinary culture known as Modern Australian which is influenced by the waves of immigration over the years. It’s a mixture of British cooking fused with Oriental spices and cooking methods. There is also a distinct Mediterranean influence as well.

Picture - Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle. Courtesy Tourism WA

Accommodation

Getting settled in

Although Central does not provide accommodation, our Student Advisors can assist you in finding accommodation. There is a range of cost effective options around Perth.

You can choose to stay with an Australian family or share with other students or residents of Perth.

Homestay

Live as a guest in an Australian home and experience Australian culture in a friendly and comfortable setting.
Find out more at http://www.homestaynetwork.org/eti-students

Shared Rental

Share a house or an apartment with accommodation with others in Perth.
Find out more at:
www.share-house.com.au/perth/
www.flatmates.com.au/wa
www.reiwa.com.au
www.rs.realestate.com.au/share

Backpacker or Youth Hostels

For budget short stays Australian Youth Hostels offer a range of accommodation options.
Find out more at www.yha.com.au.

Costs

Living costs

Perth’s living standards are among the highest in the world although is more affordable than the UK and the USA.

Generally,you should allow $20,000 a year for living expenses. This would cover food, telephone, transport, entertainment and etc.

Opportunities for employment are plenty as Perth currently has the lowest unemployment rates in the country, so you should be able to find employment for your 20 hours a week.

Attractions

While you're here...

Within easy access of the city are a range of tourist activities to keep you busy on your weekends.

Historic Fremantle

Around half an hour from Perth, historic Fremantle On weekends and public holidays th Fremantle Markets are open, with about 150 stalls selling food, gifts, crafts and souvenirs.

Wine region in the city

Swan Valley is a 25 minute drive away from the CBD. Take a wine trail and experience excellent wineries, and gourmet food shops and restaurants in beautiful settings.

Northbridge

Right on the doorstep of Central's Perth campus is Chinatown which offers a range of Asian experiences, including authentic reasonably priced restaurants and supermarkets.

Perth Zoo

Get up close with Australia’s unique Fauna at the Perth Zoo that’s 3.4 kilometres away from Perth’s CBD.

Beautiful beaches

For the beach goer, Perth offers a range of beaches all along the coast line. Go to the famous Cottesloe beach, refered to as 'Cott' by locals, or try surfing further up on the Northern beaches.

Picture - Cottesloe Beach, courtesy Tourism WA

Safety

Although Perth is generally a safe and secure place to live, being introduced to a new environment might be challenging.

We have provided on-campus security guards, security cameras and free emergency telephones to guarantee your safety while you study at one of our campuses.

Also, a pocket guide and security briefings will be provided to ensure that your stay in Perth is safe and enjoyable.

Perth is patrolled by the West Australian Police. They are friendly and will readily offer you assistance if required.

Places of Worship

There are numerous places of worship around Perth including, churches, mosques, synagogues and temples. These are mostly reachable via a short trip by Transperth.

At every Central campus, there’s a prayer room provided for all students.