Study Abroad Australia

18 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME AUSTRALIA STUDY ABROAD GUIDE 2023 THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME AUSTRALIA STUDY ABROAD GUIDE 2023 | 19 Ranked the world’s sixth most liveable city ** , Perth is a prosperous and economically thriving city situated on the west coast of Australia. With world-class healthcare, transport and infrastructure you will find all you need and expect of any capital city. Sharing time zones with some of Asia Pacific’s most important economies including China, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines, Perth is the perfect destination for students. *Australia.com australia.com/en/facts-and-planning/weather-in-australia/perth-weather.html ** The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) Global Liveability Survey 2021 *** ThinkPerth 2019 **** Spotahome, Healthiest Cities Index (Accessed 1 May 2020) Why You’ll Love Perth PERTH AVERAGE TEMPERATURE (low-high)* Spring September to November 11.7 - 23°C (53 - 73.4 o F) Summer December to February 17.5 - 30°C (63.5 - 86 o F) Autumn March to May 13.7 - 26°C (56.6 - 78.8 o F) Winter June to August 8 - 19°C (46.4 - 66.2 o F) TOP 5 reasons to love Perth Feel safe & welcome As one of the most liveable cities in the world ** , you can feel secure and safe about your choice to live in Perth. From the moment you arrive at the airport, you are welcomed by smiling faces at the Study Perth Welcome Desk. Experience a diverse culture Perth has a population of 2.2 million people. Of these, one third were born overseas, from amongst 190 countries *** . As a result, you can enjoy a huge array of different cultural festivities, cuisines, languages, and performances. The Fremantle lifestyle Nestled alongside the beach in historic and picturesque west end buildings, with cafés on every corner, the University’s Perth Campus is located in Fremantle, a 30-minute train ride from Perth city. Perth is one of the healthiest cities in the world **** Based on factors like annual sunshine hours, life expectancy, work-life balance, and water quality, Perth’s lifestyle and climate make it an excellent place to live. Climate is temperate, with average temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46.4ºF) in winter up to 30ºC (86ºF) in summer. * A dynamic and vibrant city Known for its gorgeous climate, stunning beaches and beautiful natural scenery, Perth offers year- round opportunities and activities. Eat at one of the many restaurants, take a walk in one of the biggest inner-city parks in the world, catch a ferry to Rottnest Island where you can get a selfie with a quokka, grab a coffee from the famous Fremantle ‘cappuccino strip’, check out the newly refurbished WA Museum Boola Bardip or take a dip in the pristine waters of Cottesloe Beach. There is always something to see.