International Students
Paradise College of Ministries welcomes international students as an Australian
government approved provider of education to overseas students.
Students from around the world are discovering the advantages of studying in Australia. Our lifestyle, climate and culture make studying in Australia an enriching and rewarding experience.
Paradise College of Ministries provides the ideal opportunity to train for ministry in a world class church that is respected around the world for its leadership and influence.
Adelaide, a city of one million-plus people, is known as the City of Churches. Adelaide is one of the safest, most economical and user-friendly cities in Australia. It is charming and cosmopolitan, with a reputation as the 20-minute city as it is easy to get around and you can always get from A to B in less than half an hour.
The city centre is surrounded by parklands and close to the River Torrens and Adelaide Botanical Gardens. A 20-minute tram ride takes you from the heart of the city to the popular beachside suburb of Glenelg. Also, within 30 minutes drive from the city district is the expanse of the Adelaide Hills.
Adelaide reflects a huge diversity of ethnic communities in the lively cafes and restaurants that provide the best value and quality in Australia, with immigrants from 150 countries making their home in South Australia. This cultural diversity is also show-cased in the biennial event, the Festival of Arts.
Paradise College of Ministries is situated in the suburb of Paradise, which is approximately 15 minutes drive north-east of the city and within 10 minutes drive of one of Adelaide's major shopping centres – Tea Tree Plaza. It is close to Adelaide's Torrens River Linear Park, which runs through the city of Adelaide from the hills to the sea. Linear Park provides walking/bike trails along a tranquil park setting.
Paradise College of Ministries is 10 minutes' walking distance from one
of the terminals of Adelaide's O'Bahn Busway system, which takes you direct
to both the City Centre and Tea Tree Plaza and is linked to the general
bus services of the Adelaide metropolitan area.
The College is within approximately 15 minutes drive of several student residencies that provide accommodation for students studying at the Universities, TAFE's and private colleges of Adelaide.
Sunrise Christian School (Reception to Yr 7) is situated adjacent to the college/church complex and other Christian schools are available within close proximity.
Because it may not be possible to arrange internship supervisors for international students it is recommended that international students enrol in the Certificate IV in Christian Ministry – Leadership Foundations stream or Influencers School of Youth Leadership stream or the Diploma of Christian Ministry – Advanced Leadership stream.
For more information about studying at Paradise please download our International Student Handbook and Enrolment Form (PDF 394kb).
Additional information about living and studying in Australia may be found at the following sites:
Government Legislation about studying in Australia www.dest.gov.au
Studying in Australia www.studyinaustralia.gov
Living in South Australia www.sacentral.sa.gov.au
South Australia's Health and Community Services www.infosearchweb.com
Vocational Education and Training (VET) in South Australia www.training.sa.gov.au
Adelaide Skyline
South Australia
Courtesy of South Australian Tourist Commission
www.southaustralia.com