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Interested in going on an exchange abroad? Pre-apply to our program and you and your parents will be invited to an interview where we will tell you more about the program and how to get accepted. Our places fill up quickly so get started today.

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Region choice Australia

Australia is a large country with lots to offer. No matter where you live, you will learn English and have an exciting year. If you want to live in a special part of the country, you can make a regional choice.

If you make a Region Choice we will try and match you with a host family in your preferred Australian state. Please note that our regional choice is a request and not a guarantee. If we can not find a suitable match for you in your chosen state we will refund you the regional choice fee and place you in a state outside your preferred region. We recommend that you apply early if you want to do a region choice in Australia.

Here are our different choices of regions of states available for a region choice in Australia:

Western Australia

South Australia

Queensland

New South Wales

Victoria

Please contact your local EF office for further details and information about prices.

New South Wales

New South Wales is a beautiful state with 1.300 km of coastline, golden sandy beaches, extensive national forests and mountain ski slopes. With its 6,8 million inhabitants, it is the most densely populated state of Australia. The state capital is Sydney, a truly multicultural city of 4,3 million people from over 100 ethnic groups. This exciting city has numerous attractions to offer. Fly by seaplane over Sydney harbour and the coastal beaches, climb the world famous Harbour Bridge or experience the Opera House. There are over 300 high schools in Sydney and regional New South Wales for international students. Please contact your EF office for more information about prices and availability in this state.

queensland

Queensland occupies 1.7 million square kilometres of land in the north-eastern corner of Australia. The state is Australia’s second largest by area and the country’s third most populous after New South Wales and Victoria. The people of Queensland enjoy an outdoor lifestyle with world class beaches and waterways, national parks, rainforests and tropical reefs. The pleasant climate (average summer temperatures of 25°C, average winter temperatures of 15°C) means that Queenslanders enjoy more winter sunshine and warmth than most other Australian states. This is where it gets the nickname ‘The Sunshine State’. Queensland also has a large proportion of tropical climate.

South Australia

80% of South Australia is covered by an area called Flinders Ranges and Outback. It’s a region of great diversity: you’ll find ancient ranges steeped in Aboriginal legend, bird-filled lakes in the middle of the desert, pink parallel dunes and pretty Flinders Ranges towns. The capital of South Australia is Adelaide with a population of 1.2 million inhabitants which is over 70% of South Australia’s total population. Adelaide is the fifth biggest city in Australia. Nestled between some of Australia’s best metropolitan beaches and the Mt Lofty Ranges, it is a clean, attractive city surrounded by green park lands. Please contact your EF office for more information about prices and availability in this state.

victoria

Hugging the tip of the Australian east coast, Victoria is Australia’s second-smallest state. Here you will find a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions, from sweeping coastline and beaches to national parks and forests teeming with wildlife. Amongst the regions you’ll find wineries, lakes and mountains that offer skiing, climbing and hiking. Many of Victoria’s unique and varied landscapes are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne. Despite its small size, the Victorian climate varies across the state. The north is much drier and warmer than the south. Areas include Melbourne – an exciting, multicultural city with a rich culture, Mornington Peninsula and Grampians – an adventurer’s paradise with climbing, canoeing, Aboriginal art and national parks.

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Western Australia is the largest state of Australia and occupies around a third of the entire continent. This majestic region offers a truly authentic Australian experience. The climate is one of the most diverse in Australia - from the tropical north to the temperate south. The state capital Perth offers some of the country’s best beaches with crystal clear water, bustling markets and city parks. Australia’s South West offers varied travel experiences, forests and surf beaches. Australia’s Coral Coast offer beaches, exotic marine life and national reserves. Australia’s North West is the place to go for an outback adventure and Australia’s Golden Outback is the place to experience clear skies, theatrical landscapes and authentic Aboriginal encounters.