Regional City Back
Townsville
QLD, Norte
Largest city in North Queensland, with a renowned university, year-round sunshine, and regional visa benefits.
Population
0.20M
Climate
Dry tropical
Average salary
AU$ 72.000
Cost of living
Baixo
Ideal student profile
Students interested in extra migration points via a regional area, with a low cost of living.
Top universities
- James Cook University (JCU)
- TAFE Queensland - Townsville
- CQUniversity - Townsville
Opportunities
HealthcareMiningDefense (military base)ConstructionTourism
Advantages
- Regional area (extra visa points)
- Affordable cost of living
- Sun and warm weather all year round
- Access to the Great Barrier Reef
Disadvantages
- Very hot and humid summer
- Cyclone risk in season
- Still small Brazilian community
Available programs
General EnglishVET (Health, Trades)Undergraduate & Postgraduate at JCU