Richard Colbeck (Tasmania, Liberal Party, Minister for Tourism and International Education) Share this | Hansard source

Since 2003 Australia has almost doubled the number of international students studying here on shore. For a country of our size, we punch well and truly above our weight when it comes to attracting international students. We recognise that the student experience is key to boosting our market share, and the 2014 student survey indicated that 93 per cent of students said they chose Australia because of the quality of our courses but also because of the institutional reputations and, of course, for the safety in this country. Also, our post-study work rights are a real incentive for international students who may seek to remain in Australia after the successful completion of their studies.