The Australian education system, in particular "university education, involves an important shift to a new approach to learning- the analytical approach" (Ballard & Clanchy 1984:11). The academic culture of Australia requires students to critically evaluate and challenge whatever is taught. Tertiary educators tend to expect specific behaviours from all of their students, international and local alike. This essay explores three different expectations in the following order: self-directed learning and risk taking, critical thinking and finally …showed first 75 words of 965 total…

…showed last 75 words of 965 total…is to ensure they are able to progress to the required level of learning in the university, which is the systematic and methodical way. Generally speaking, the approach to teaching at universities in Australia at this plane is very much in line with the expectations of the educators, as outlined. Therefore, it is essential for learners to understand and try to meet these expectations, to ensure successful progression while studying in a university in Australia.