FEES AND LIVING COSTS IN AUSTRALIA
You will find tuition and living costs in Australia to be
significantly cheaper than most alternative destinations in
Europe or America, especially when current exchange rates are
taken into account. A recent study commissioned by the
Australian Government found tuition in Australia to be most
competitive and better value than similar courses in Britain and
USA.
Australian living costs were also found to be significantly
lower. The choice of where you want to study, whether in a large
city or a country university, plus your personal lifestyle
choices will determine your budget.
Costs involved
Australia enjoys a
standard of living which is
among the highest in the
world. Living expenses and
tuition costs in Australia
are considerably less
expensive than in the UK and
USA.
The following
tuition fees
represent the average costs
of undertaking courses of
study in Australia and
should be used as a guide
only. Specific information
about tuition fees can be
obtained directly from
individual institutions.
Secondary
school
Primary School |
A$6000 – 13,000 per
year
A$5000 – 11000 per Year |
English
language training
(varies depending on
course duration)
|
A$3500 – 13,500 |
Vocational
education and
training (TAFE and
private colleges)
Certificates I-IV
Diploma
Advanced Diploma
|
A$5500 – $18,000 per
year |
University
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Foundation studies |
A$10,000–$16,500
per year
A$9000 –
$18,500 per year
A$9000–$14,000
per year |
The Australian Government and education institutions offer
scholarships for
international students,
however most of these are
offered in universities and
for postgraduate study in
particular. There are a
number of other
organisations offering
scholarships for
international study.Accommodation costs
There are a number of
accommodation options
available for students
studying in Australia. Most
universities and TAFE
colleges operate housing
offices to assist
students with
accommodation. Students
should seek their advice as
soon as they receive
confirmation of enrolment.
Homestay
(living with an Australian
family) is popular with
younger students and those
studying short-term English
courses. Meals are usually
included.
Many universities
and colleges have halls of
residence attached
to them. Here, students have
a bedroom/study of their
own, and will share
bathrooms, laundries and
recreational
facilities. Most of these
residential halls provide
meals, and some offer
kitchen facilities where
students can cook and store
food.
Students can also
rent an apartment or house.
Rents vary depending on the
location, size and
facilities. Many students in
Australia live in an
apartment or a house with
other students, sharing the
cost of gas, electricity and
sometimes food.
Other types of
accommodation for students
include private board,
hostels and guest houses.
Again, costs will vary
depending on the location
and the facilities
available. Below is an
indicative guide.
| Homestay (living
with an Australian
family) |
A$110-270 per week |
| Full Board and
meals |
A$180-250 per
week |
| University
residential colleges |
A$180-280 per
week |
| University halls
of residence |
A$100-160 per
week |
| Private or
church-owned
boarding hostels |
A$90-130 per
week |
| Share
accommodation |
A$70-250 per week |
| Rental
accommodation |
A$100 -400 per week |
| Secondary school
boarding |
A$8000 -11,000
per year |
Hotels and Guest Houses |
A$80 – 135 per week |
| Boarding Schools |
A$10000 – 20000 a year |
| Campus Accommodation |
A$80 – 250 per week |
Living expenses
The average international
student in Australia spends
about A$360 per week on
food, accommodation,
clothing, local transport,
telephone, gas/electricity,
stationery, and
entertainment, although this
varies significantly by
location and lifestyle.
International students in
Australia on student visas
can seek permission
to work for up to
20 hours a week once they
have arrived in Australia
and commenced their course
of study. The application
charge for permission to
work is A$50. This charge is
in addition to the original
student visa charges.
Although it is possible
for international students
to work whilst studying,
part-time employment should
not be regarded as a means
of financing your studies in
Australia.
Overseas student health
cover
All international
students coming to Australia
on student visas are
required to have private
health insurance for the
duration of their
visa. Australia has a
special system of health
cover for international
students called Overseas
Student Health Cover (OSHC). Depending
on the institution attended,
students are required to
join one of the following
three registered health
funds:
- Medibank Private
- Queensland Teachers’
Union Health Fund
Limited
- National Mutual
Health Insurance
Premiums vary,
depending on the length of
stay in Australia, but
generally start from A$74
for three months’ insurance
(A$274 per year).
Application forms for OSHC
are available from
registered providers and
most educational
institutions.
People who visit
Australia on non-student
visas and undertake
short-term study programs of
less than three months
duration are not eligible
for OSHC. For more details visit
http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/StudyCosts/StudyCosts.htm
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