Australia
- Country Australia
- Capital Canberra
- Currency Australian dollar
- Official Language English
Cost of studying in Australia
The cost of study in Australia depends on the type of qualification and the university or school you opt for. For instance, veterinary and medical degrees cost substantially more than other degrees. The average tuition fees at one of Australia’s tertiary institutions range between AUD 20,000 and AUD 30,000 a year.
S.no. | Australia 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 (attractive scholarships up to 100% available with living grants on meeting the university requirements) |
Scholarships to study in Australia
Here are some popular scholarship programs you can apply to study in Australia as an Indian student:
S.No. | Name of the scholarships | Description |
1 | Australian Government Research and Training Program (AGRTP) | · Funded by the Australian Government, it covers a student’s tuition fee and health insurance for up to three years · Supports a student’s (local and international) Research Doctorate and Research Master’s degree |
2 | Australia Awards | · Funded by the Department of Education and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFAT) · Aims to provide students from developing regions an opportunity to pursue their UG/PG program at participating universities in Australia and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions |
3 | Destination Australia | · This scholarship aims to encourage international students to study in regional Australia to regionally develop tertiary education providers in Australia and provide a learning experience to its students |
4 | John Allwright Fellowship (JAF) | · Provides scientists from partner countries engaged in the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) research projects with the opportunity to obtain postgraduate qualifications at Australian tertiary institutions |
Intakes in Australia
Unlike a single intake in Indian universities, Australian colleges and universities offer two major intakes. In some universities, intakes may also be referred to as a semester. The two intakes available in Australia are:
Semester
1: Starts late February/early March to late May/early June
Semester
2: Starts late July/early August through to November
Top courses to study in Australia
Here’s a list of top courses that international students opt to pursue in Australia for higher education:
- Engineering
- Business Analytics
- MBA (Masters of Business Administration)
- Life Sciences
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Social Sciences
- Medicine
Top Universities to study in Australia
When deciding which university to study at, it is crucial that you also look at the world university rankings.
QS Ranking of Australian Universities | |||
S.No. | Institution | QS Ranking 2023 (Globally) | QS Ranking 2022 (Globally) |
1 | The Australian National University | 30 | 27 |
2 | The University of Melbourne | 33 | 37 |
3 | The University of Sydney | 41 | 38 |
4 | The University of New South Wales | 45 | 43 |
5 | The University of Queensland | 50 | 47 |
Cost of living in Australia
According to the Human Development Index 2022 and the Quality-of-Life Index 2022, Australia is ranked among the top 10 nations*, which implies Australia is counted in the top countries in terms of GDP, education system, and purchasing power parity index. So, along with the high level of income, it enjoys an excellent quality of health awareness, the medical system, and political stability. So, excited?
You should also consider these common expenses when creating your budget:
Living expenses | Weekly budget (indicative) |
Groceries and eating out | $140 to $280 |
Gas, electricity | $10 to $20 |
Phone and Internet | $15 to $30 |
Public transport | $30 to $60 |
Car (after purchase) | $150 to $260 |
Entertainment | $80 to $150 |
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