Understanding Australia
This course gives you a clear, friendly introduction to Australia — the country, the people, and what life is like there as a worker from the Philippines.
Understanding Australia
This course gives you a clear, friendly introduction to Australia — the country, the people, and what life is like there as a worker from the Philippines.
What you will learn
- The main cities and where most jobs are: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide.
- Climate and seasons — when it is hot, cold, wet, and dry.
- Time zones — Australia has three.
- Money — the Australian Dollar (AUD), tax, and the cost of basics.
- Healthcare — public Medicare and private health insurance.
- Public transport, shopping, and getting around.
- Filipino communities in Australia — where to find them.
Course format
- Short reels.
- A short quiz at the end.
- Takes about 25 minutes.
How to take it
- Open the Courses page.
- Tap Understanding Australia.
- Watch the reels.
- Take the quiz.
Points and badges
- Earns OES points.
- Counts toward the Country Expert badge along with the other country courses.
Helpful things to know
- Australia is roughly the same size as the United States — distances are huge.
- The dollar is worth more than the peso but everything also costs more — see Using the Salary & Cost of Living Calculator for real numbers.
- The country is generally safe with low crime in most areas.
- English is the main language — your English will improve quickly once you arrive.
Tip: Pair this course with Australian Workplace Culture for a complete picture.