Australia is the only island which is a continent and a country in the world covering a total area of 7.7 million square kilometers. Australia is the sixth largest nation after Russia, Canada, China, the United States of America and Brazil.

Successive migration programs of Australian Government resulted in people from around 200 countries migrating to Australia, since the arrival of first fleet of European settlers in 1788. 23% of Australian population is born overseas and more than 200 languages are spoken. A land of opportunities and diverse culture

English is the national and official language of Australia. All Australians are encouraged to read and speak English. Although, at least 17 per cent of Australians come from a non-English speaking background and speak another language at home. Australian government promotes the teaching of other languages in School.