Australia Cambodia Education Academy Provides to Full Benefits of an Australian Education
- By Paid Content
- January 17, 2022 6:07 PM
Celebrating the Australia Day Scholarship Award, the Australia Cambodia Education Academy (AusCam Academy) opened its doors to visitors at its Chroy Changvar campus on January 17th, bringing together parents and students for a chance to learn more about Australian culture, the campus and international opportunities provided by AusCam Academy.
Starting at 9.30 a.m., the two-hour event was presided over by AusCam Academy Principal Kim Peters and Australian Ambassador to Cambodia, Pablo Kang, who lauded the value of education, calling it a top priority for both Australians and Cambodians.
Ambassador Kang went on to highlight Australia’s commitment to developing quality education in Cambodia, adding that, since 1994, more than 850 Cambodian students have been awarded scholarships by the Australian government to undertake post-graduate studies in Australia.
World class education, proximity to Cambodia, great natural beauty, cultural diversity, positive living experience and wonderful weather were among the reasons making Australia by far the most popular English-speaking destination for Cambodian students, said Ambassador Kang.
Held prior to Australia Day, which takes place on January 26th, the event was also an opportunity for current and prospective parents and students, along with public and private sector guests, to meet.
Offering a quality blend of Cambodian and Australian curricula, AusCam Academy has become an industry leader for students aged 3 to 18 and Principal Peters said this is down to the spirit of excellence and global leadership offered at AusCam Academy. Ambassador Kang commended those who have decided to enrol for Australian Curriculum program and choosing to further their study in Australia that they have made a great choice and they won’t regret it.
“While embarking on an international quality education, we make sure that our students do not lose their opportunity to learn their Khmer language, culture and tradition hence maintaining their national identity,” said Peters.
With her 15 years of experience in the education industry (with IB, Cambridge, Canadian, American and Australian Curriculum), Peters said AusCam Academy helps students learn according to their different learning styles and needs so they can make as much progress as possible. Our students will be also doing lots of arts and sport lessons in a supporting, caring and nurturing environment.
Through support from the Victoria State Department of Education and Training and in collaboration with sister schools in Australia, students who plan to further or transfer their study to Australia have the option of two years’ study for Australian state and territory education certificates in addition to Australia university foundation pathway which is also available at AusCam academy by Swinburne University of Technology, Australia.
The university foundation program by Australia’s Swinburne University of Technology is suitable for grade 11 and 12 students who wish to study in Australia. This is run in conjunction with the Overseas Learning Centre at AusCam Academy.
Peters said the foundation program prepares students prior to embarking on their overseas education so that they become accustomed to the culture, making studying abroad more successful.
“Students can learn parts of the majors that they are going to study in Australia. When they’re ready, they are more independent and know what university looks like,” she said.
“You won’t regret it!” she said. “Having an Australian education is something that is highly valued in Cambodia. It’s acknowledged as a very desirable qualification to have. People who are back from Australia told me that having studied and lived in Australia is such a life-changing experience.”
AusCam Academy embraces diversity and inclusivity when it comes to students, Peters said, adding that teachers work with students to help them find the best way to learn.
The Australia Day Scholarship Award ceremony was also attended by ACE Principal and Australian Chamber of Commerce President Ashley Irving, International Business Chamber Executive Director Katherine McLean, ACE and IDP Education Country Director Mao Sreng and parents from Chroy Changvar community
The AusCam Academy is located at 658 Tonle Sap Road, Chroy Chongvar (opposite the Chea Sim Chroy Chongvar High School), in Phnom Penh.
For more information please contact 010-811-033 or 078-811-033.
