Country guideStudy in Australia
Research-led universities, global cities, and practical student work options.
Australia at a glance
826 programsat 62 universities
- 357 bachelor's
- 329 master's
- 122 diploma
- 8 associate degree
- 5 postgraduate certificate
- 3 postgraduate diploma
- 2 foundation
- Typical tuition
- A$24,843–A$50,080 per year
- Living costs
- AUD 18,000-24,000 per year
- Common intakes
- February and July
Figures come from the programs listed on iAdmission and can change; confirm fees, intakes and visa rules with the university and official sources.
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Universities in Australia
Monash University
Caulfield, Clayton, Parkville, Australia
20 programs · from A$42,600/yr
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia
20 programs · from A$43,200/yr
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
20 programs · from A$35,600/yr
Adelaide University
Adelaide, Magill, Mawson Lakes, Roseworthy, Waite, Australia
20 programs · from A$43,400/yr
The University of New South Wales
Sydney and Canberra, Australia
18 programs · from A$42,000/yr
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, Australia
20 programs · from A$40,224/yr
RMIT University
Melbourne City, Australia
20 programs · from A$40,320/yr
Macquarie University
Sydney, Australia
20 programs · from A$43,800/yr
Programs
Programs to consider in Australia
Master of Education
Murdoch University
Master's2 yearsA$34,320
per year
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Bachelor's27 monthsA$31,752
per year
Associate Degree of Animation
SAE University College
Associate degree15 monthsA$27,960
per year
Bachelor of Accident Forensics
CQUniversity Australia
Bachelor's3 yearsA$30,120
per year
Bachelor of Advanced Science
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor's3 yearsA$49,008
per year
Bachelor of Analytics
Analytics Institute of Australia
Bachelor's3 yearsA$30,000
per year
Bachelor of Applied Science (Marine Engineering)
University of Tasmania
Bachelor's4 yearsA$20,452
per year
Bachelor of Biomedical and Health Sciences
Adelaide University
Bachelor's3 yearsA$50,500
per year
Studying in Australia: the essentials
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Why study in Australia?
- High-quality universities
- Strong student support systems
- Practical employability focus
- Popular for healthcare, IT, business, and engineering
Tuition fees in Australia
A$24,843–A$50,080a year · 793 programs on iAdmission
- Undergraduate: AUD 22,000-38,000 per year
- Postgraduate: AUD 25,000-45,000 per year
- Clinical programs can be higher.
Cost of living in Australia
- Sydney and Melbourne are usually more expensive.
- Regional campuses may reduce cost.
- Students should budget for Overseas Student Health Cover.
Funding to ask about
- International merit scholarships
- Regional scholarships
- Faculty awards
- Early acceptance discounts
Application documents
- Academic documents
- English test
- Passport
- Genuine student documents
- CV or portfolio where required
English requirements
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or accepted equivalent
- Typical IELTS range: 6.0-6.5 overall
- Healthcare programs can require higher scores.
Intakes and deadlines
- February is the main intake for many programs.
- July is widely available.
- Visa and health cover steps should be planned early.
Student visa: the steps
- Receive offer
- Accept and pay deposit
- Receive Confirmation of Enrolment
- Prepare financial and genuine student documents
- Submit student visa application
Documents for the visa stage
- Passport
- Academic transcripts
- English proof
- Statement
- Financial documents
- Health cover
- CoE for visa
Working while you study in Australia
- Part-time work under current visa limits
- Internships and placements where included
- Post-study options for eligible graduates
Student cities in Australia
Adelaide & Darwin
1 university or campus
Adelaide & Melbourne
1 university or campus
Adelaide, Magill, Mawson Lakes, Roseworthy, Waite
7 universities and campuses
Brisbane
4 universities and campuses
Brisbane and Gold Coast
1 university or campus
Brisbane City
1 university or campus
Canberra
1 university or campus
Caulfield, Clayton, Parkville
1 university or campus
Collingwood
1 university or campus
Questions about studying in Australia
Is Australia good for nursing?
Australia is a popular option for nursing and healthcare pathways, but entry and registration requirements must be checked carefully.
Are regional campuses useful?
They can reduce living costs and may offer different post-study advantages depending on current rules.