Sydney vs Brisbane which is better for international students?
I’m an international student trying to decide between two options in Australia and would really appreciate advice from people in the industry or graduates.
Option 1: Bachelor of Property Economics at QUT in Brisbane
Option 2: Bachelor of Accounting at CQU in Sydney
My main priority is employment outcomes and long term career prospects in Australia after graduation.
One important factor is that I have very close relatives living in Sydney who can help me with accommodation and settling in. They have also already find some potential part-time work opportunities there for me.
On the other hand, I don’t know anyone in Brisbane and would have to manage accommodation, networking, and finding part-time work completely on my own.
Given these circumstances:
Which option would make it easier to land a job as an international student?
Would the support network and work opportunities I have in Sydney outweigh the potentially stronger reputation or career prospects of QUT and Property Economics?
Does studying in Brisbane vs Sydney make a significant difference for internships and graduate opportunities?
For international students, which path would you choose and why?
I’d especially appreciate insights from graduates, employers, recruiters, or anyone working in accounting or property valuation/real estate in Australia.