Qazi
Bangladesh
Institution: Monash University
Qazi is enthusiastic about his
Australian studies in electrical and computer systems engineering. “The
quality of education is undoubtedly very advanced. In my first year we
used all the latest equipment and gadgetry in our labs,” he says.
As
well as covering the latest developments, Qazi says that his course
caters for industry requirements, and prepares graduates to use
technology. Work experience and a practical emphasis are also valuable
to him. “I strongly think that my Australian degree will earn me a
successful career in my field.”
Qazi is happy with the student
resources on campus. “You can use the practical labs and even the
computer labs pretty freely. I never find the various facilities in the
university crowded. As a result you can work with ease.”
Smaller
class sizes allow extra attention from lecturers and tutors. “It helps
you a lot in the long run. Staff are helpful, and lecture notes are
regularly posted online so that students can catch up should they miss a
class,” he says.
Although Qazi misses his family back home in
Bangladesh, he says that living overseas strengthens you as an
individual. And you are not on your own: “I find Australian people very
friendly and they will help you in any way they can. It’s like living in
a new family away from your family.”
Qazi does point out that
international students need to budget carefully to pay for living
expenses. However, living in a residential hall on campus has worked out
well for him. “As all the bills are included in one payment each month,
it’s very convenient for students like us.”
Qazi is already
considering further study in Australia—he hopes to take advantage of the
many opportunities for engineering research.