The Australian Education System Quiz | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

Australia has the highest ratio of international students in the world per head of population. How many international students were enrolled in 2019?

812,000

Is compulsory education free?

Yes, with the exception of nominal administrative fees.

Most schools have how many terms in an academic year?

Four

When does the academic year typically commence?

Late January-February

In the Northern Territory, why do they get a four week semester break in June-July?

Because of the cooler and drier weather, dry season!

At what age is school compulsory for Australians

All students are required to commence school at the age of 6

How do most students pay for university?

A loan from the government called HECS

What does ATAR stand for?

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank

After grade 12, what do some students put off for a year?

University

Can year 12 students repeat exams to make up for failed exams?

No

At what age can an Australian student drop out of school?

17

Is Secondary school compulsory?

Yes, until the age of 17.

Is early childhood education compulsory in Australia?

No

In 2016, which three countries were the top education providers in the world?

Australia, United Kingdom and the United States

In 2016, Australia was the ______ largest provider of education.

Third

Although the Australian education system shares similarities with the UK system, how does the Australian system differ from that of the UK?

The Australian education system is a shared responsibility between the Federal and State governments.