The Navitas College of Public Safety — Brisbane campus, is located within the city’s central business district, making it easy to get to by public transport. Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city so there is no shortage of accommodation, transport, entertainment and dining options. For a complete guide to Brisbane , head to TBA www..com

Facilities

The NCPS Brisbane campus is brand new. It offers state-of-the-art facilities and services, including a course-specific library, extensive computer lab with laptop ports, wireless network and backup service. There are also fully equipped, ultra-modern lecture rooms, and wireless broadband internet throughout the campus.

Transport

Brisbane is an easy city to navigate and is well serviced by buses, trains and ferries. It’s relatively flat, which makes it ideal for cycling. In fact, the city has over 500kms of bicycle paths and the trains and buses are bicycle-friendly. For a complete guide to transport in Brisbane, including timetables and fares, head to www.translink.com.au

Accommodation

NCPS does not have it’s own on-campus student accommodation but its central location means accommodation is close at hand. Whether you choose to stay in the city or further afield, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Here are a few links to help you find a place.

• Student apartment accommodation www.s-h-a.com.au
• Temporary, budget accommodation www.yha.com.au
• Permanent rentals www.domain.com.au
• Homestay/boarding www.homestaydirect.com.au
• Student Accommodation Services www.student-accommodation.com.au

Cost of living

Brisbane might be Australia’s fastest growing city but it is still one of the most affordable. Depending on your lifestyle and where you choose to live, you can expect to spend around AU$12,000 - $15,000 a year on living expenses (not including tuition fees).

Climate

Brisbane has a humid, sub-tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summer runs from December to February with average maximum temperatures reaching around 29C. The winter months – June/July/August – see average minimum temperatures drop to around 10C. However, average maximum temperatures for winter are around 21C. Thunderstorms are common from late spring through to early autumn, and rainfall is moderate.

Cultural events

Brisbane prides itself on its cultural heritage and it’s not uncommon to see festivals and events being held across the city and outer lying areas on a regular basis. They having a growing live music scene and the arts, theatre and dance scenes are flourishing. If you’re a fan of sports, you’ll feel right at home here. For more information, go to www.ourbrisbane.com