Endeavour Award recipient chooses Perth as preferred study destination

If you have excelled in your studies and have achieved outstanding academic results, you may be eligible for an Australian Government scholarship. The Endeavour Awards are merit-based scholarships that give international students from the Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas the opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia.

Bogdan Hiticas, a 2011 Endeavour Award recipient from Romania, decided to further his passion for flying by studying in Perth. He is currently studying an Associate Degree in Aviation (Aeronautics) at ETI and believes that training in Australia and returning to Romania will bring the two countries closer together. As the program has been designed in consultation with both international and Australian aviation industries, it is easy for graduates to practice their trade in their home country.

"The Endeavour award is a life changing experience. It made my dream of becoming a pilot, which had seemed a utopian idea while I was living in Romania, an achievable goal. Western Australia has the best weather conditions for flying, which is why several world top airlines train their cadets here.

However, having a 9 month summer has many advantages besides never being grounded. You can finish a day of study with a swim at one of Perth's beaches, have some fish and chips in Fremantle and enjoy the sunset. At the end of the week there are a lot of choices for relaxation as well, you can try surfing, visit the islands near by or if you seek the best flying experience, go gliding! As a glider pilot, I will never forget an Aussie thermal.

I would advise anybody who has a strong vocation and needs to fulfil it, to apply for an Endeavour Scholarship. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain," said Bogdan.

If you have considered studying in Perth, why not think about applying for the an Endeavour Award. The 2012 round is now open and will close on 30th June 2011. For more details visit  www.AustraliaAwards.gov.au or here. As the program has been designed in consultation with both international and Australian aviation industries, it is easy for graduates to practice their trade in their home country.