Tuition Fees in Australian Dollars
Tuition costs vary depending on the principal course and specific institution chosen. The costs below are an estimate only and actual tuition fees must be sought through each institution. To convert Australia dollars to your local currency, click here to use our Currency Converter Tool.

Universities

Foundation Studies

A$ 9,000 - A$14,000 per year

 

 

Undergraduate Bachelor/Postgraduate

A$10,000 - A$16,500 per year

 

 

Graduate Certificates/Diplomas

A$ 9,000 - A$16,000 per year

 

 

Masters/Doctoral Degrees

A$11,000 - A$18,000 per year

 

 

Vocational Education & Training

A$ 5,500 - A$18,000 per year


School

Secondary School

A$ 6,000 - A$13,000 per year

 

 

Primary & Junior Secondary

A$ 5,000 - A$11,000 per year


English Language Training A$3,500 - A$13,500 per year


Accommodation in Australian Dollars
There are a number of accommodation options available - costs and availability will vary widely throughout Australia . Many institutions will have a housing officer who is available to assist in finding suitable accommodation in or around the selected institution. The costs below are estimates only.

Homestays (meals included)

A$110 - A$270 per week

 

 

Hostels & Guest houses

A$80 - A$135 per week

 

 

Share accommodation

A$50 - A$160 per week

 

 

Rental accommodation

A$70 - A$350 per week

 

 

University accommodation

A$80 - A$250 per week

 

 

Boarding Schools (tuition fees not included)

A$8,000 - A$11,000 per year


University apartments, residential colleges and halls of residence (that include facilities and meals) may be available to full time students at very reasonable cost however demand for places is high and applications must be made through the selected institution. Alternatively students can also rent an apartment or house generally these are shared with other students. Many students prefer, at least for the first few months to stay with an Australian family. This is called "home stay" and a private room and meals are provided.


Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
All international students studying in Australia must have overseas student health cover. An application form to apply for OSHC is available through most educational institutions or from the following OSHC providers.

  • Medibank Private
  • Teachers Union Health Fund Limited (Worldcare Assist)
  • BUPA Australia
  • OSHC (Australian Health Management Group)

The cost is A$312 Australian dollars per year (or the family premium if your spouse and/or children are accompanying you). You must pay your OSHC premium before coming to Australia.

Living Expenses

Australia is a sophisticated, friendly and affordable country which enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the world. The average international student in Australia spends about A$335 per week on:

  • accommodation

  • food

  • clothing

  • entertainment

  • transport

  • international and domestic travel

  • telephone

  • incidental costs

You may spend more or less, depending on the course you choose to study, where you choose to live and your lifestyle.

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