STUDY IN AUSTRALIA
Study in Australia
With eight of the world's top 100 institutions, Australia is a potential study location for any student interested in studying abroad. For its world-class education, post-study career prospects, and high quality of life, a rising number of Indian students are choosing to study in Australia. Whatever course you pick, you can be confident that you will get an unrivaled academics and support system.
Indicative study costs for Australian programs
| Institution/Degree | *Annual fees (indicative) | |
| School | $7,800 to $30,000 | |
| English language studies | $300/ week depending on course length | |
| Vocational Education and Training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma) | $4,000 to $22,000 | |
| Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree | $15,000 to $33,000* | |
| Postgraduate Master’s Degree | $20,000 to $37,000* | |
| Doctoral Degree | $14,000 to $37,000* | |
Apply for an Australian student visa
The Australian government allows students to study in Australia, but you must first get a student visa. Your visa requirements will be determined by your age, the sort of education you wish to undertake, and the length of time you intend to stay in Australia. Regardless of your subject of study, you will almost certainly need a student (subclass 500) visa as an international student.
Scope of your subclass 500 visa
- You may enroll in an education program of your choice
- You can bring your family to Australia
- You can apply through an online portal from anywhere in the world
Basics before you apply:
- You must be enrolled in a study program in Australia
- You must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) or fall into one of the exemption categories
- You must be at least 6 years old and have proof of a welfare arrangement (in case you are less than 18 years of age)
Documents required:
- Enrolment confirmation
- Visa application fee
- A valid passport
- Academic and work experience documents
- Your Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
- Proof of your ability to communicate in English (such as IELTS test scores)
- Health insurance policy
- Proof of financial capabilities
- A statement of intent
- Photographs that are passport-sized
You will also need to supply extra documentation, such as the parent’s consent if you are under the age of 18.
Visa fee
| Visa subclass | Base application charge | Additional applicant charges if 18 years or above | Additional applicant charges if less than 18 years | The subsequent temporary application charge |
| Student visa (subclass 500) | AUD620 | AUD460 | AUD150 | AUD700 |
| Student visa (subclass 500) (subsequent entrant) | AUD620 | AUD460 | AUD150 | AUD700 |
| Student visa (subclass 500) – Foreign Affairs or Defence sector | nil | nil | nil | nil |
| Student visa (subclass 500) – Postgraduate research sector | AUD620 | nil | nil | nil |
- Making sure your visa remains valid
Upcoming Intakes in Australia
| Intake | Deadline |
| Semester 1 (February intake) | October-November |
| Semester 2 (July intake) | April-May |
- Australia offers international students up to 4 years of post-study work rights
Cost to study in Australia
1. Tuition fee
| S.no. | Study Program | Average fees in AUD* |
| 1. | School | $7,800 to $30,000 annually |
| 2. | English language studies | $350-450 weekly (varies as per course length) |
| 3. | Vocational Education and Training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma) | $4000 - $22,000 annually |
| 4. | Undergraduate Bachelor’s degree | $15,000 - $35,000 annually |
| 5. | Postgraduate Master’s Degree | $20,000 - $42,000 annually |
| 6. | Doctoral Degree | $20,000 - $42,000 annually |
*Please note all figures are indicative
2. Accommodation costs
| Accommodation type | expenses (Indicative) |
| Hostels and Guesthouses | $90 to $150 per week |
| Shared Rental | $95 to $215 per week |
| On-campus | $110 to $280 per week |
| Homestay | $235 to $325 per week |
| Rental | $185 to $440 per week |
| Boarding schools | $11,000 to $22,000 a year |
Source: https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-in-australia/living-costs
3. Student visa fee
4. Living expenses
| Living expenses | Weekly budget (indicative) |
| Groceries and eating out | $140 to $280 per week |
| Gas, electricity | $10 to $20 per week |
| Phone and Internet | $15 to $30 per week |
| Public transport | $30 to $60 per week |
| Car (after purchase) | $150 to $260 per week |
| Entertainment | $80 to $150 per week |
Source: https://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-in-australia/living-costs
5. Health support and Insurance
Medical insurance costs roughly AUD 500 per year on average (indicative).
6. Transportation.
Why study in Australia?
- Internationally recognized qualifications
- International student rights
- Lingual variety
- Government financial aid
- A country of noble laureates
- Incomparable quality of life
- Ease of finding employment after graduation
Australian Education System
There are ten levels of the Australian Qualifications Framework to study in Australia (AQF), which unites schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions in a unified national system.
Study levels in Australia
Australia's education system is three-tiered, including elementary, secondary, and postsecondary levels. The AQF provides an overview of the many levels and qualifications offered.
| Levels as per Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) | |
| Level 1 | Certificate I |
| Level 2 | Certificate II |
| Level 3 | Certificate III |
| Level 4 | Certificate IV |
| Level 5 | Diploma |
| Level 6 | Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree |
| Level 7 | Bachelor’s degree |
| Level 8 | Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma |
| Level 9 | Master’s Degree |
| Level 10 | Doctoral Degree |
Source: https://www.aqf.edu.au/aqf-levels