Cost of studying in Australia
Studying in Australia can be quote affordable if planned well. Remember, it’s not just the tuition fee alone you should be calculating in your budget, there’re a lot more expenses involved when you plan to study abroad. Look at our guide of estimates to help ease your financial budgeting whilst your stay as a student in Australia. Yes, we’ve covered expenses like accommodation, food, health coverage and travel too!
Under Cost of Studying - Cost of Education
Institution/Degree | *Annual fees (indicative) |
School | $7,800 to $30,000 |
English language studies | $300/ week depending on course length |
Vocational Education and Training | $4,000 to $22,000 |
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree | $15,000 to $33,000* |
Postgraduate Master’s Degree | $20,000 to $37,000* |
Doctoral Degree | $14,000 to $37,000* |
Living Costs:
Students should be aware that the costs of studying in Australia will depend on your education provider, the level of study you choose and your study location in Australia.
The Australian Immigration Department has financial requirements that a student must meet in order to receive a student visa for Australia.
As of October 2019 the 12-month living costs are :
- For students or guardians – AUD$21,041
- For partners coming with you – AUD$7,362
- For a child coming with you – AUD$3,152
International students in Australia on a valid student visa can work for up to 20 hours per week while school is in session, and there is no limit on the number of hours an international student can work during recognized school vacations. A work week in Australia is considered to be Monday through the following Sunday. Although they are allowed to arrive in Australia up to 90 days before their course begins, students are not allowed to begin working until after their courses have begun.