Study in Australia

Australia offers world-class education with several universities ranked in the world's top 100. Experience a great climate with sunny weather and beautiful beaches while studying. Benefit from generous work opportunities during studies and post-study work rights. Join a welcoming multicultural society with diverse communities.

Top-Quality Institutions: Several universities in world's top 100

Great Climate & Lifestyle: Sunny weather and beautiful beaches

Work Opportunities: Part-time work during studies and generous post-study work rights

Multicultural Society: Welcoming environment with diverse communities

Innovative Courses: Strong in environmental science, medicine, and engineering

Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for 2-4 years post-study

Excellent academics in a vibrant, multicultural environment

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Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements
Completion of secondary education equivalent to Australian Year 12. For postgraduate, recognized bachelor's degree.
English Proficiency
Submit English Language test results-IELTS,TOEFL,PTE or equivalent
Age Requirement
Generally must be at least 6 years old. For higher education, no upper age limit but must meet GTE requirements.
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)
Must demonstrate genuine intention to stay temporarily for study purposes.
Health Requirements
Health check and character certificates. Proof of health insurance cover(OSHC)

Financial Requirements

Tuition, Living and Travel

AUD $29,000 - $33,000 per year depending on course and institution.

Acceptable Financial documents

Recent Bank statement(savings or current account)

Proof of Funds

Must show sufficient funds to cover first year of tuition + living costs + travel expenses.

Accepted Evidence

Bank statements, education loans, scholarship documents, or sponsor's financial documents.

OSHC

Overseas Student Health Cover for the entire duration of stay (approx. AUD $500-$600 per year).

Required Documents

Mandatory Documents
  • Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE)
  • Valid passport
  • Proof of financial capacity
  • English proficiency test results
  • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Passport-sized photographs
Additional Documents
  • Resume/CV for postgraduate applicants
  • Portfolio for creative courses
  • Research proposal for research degrees
  • Work experience letters (if applicable)
  • Marriage certificate (if including spouse)
  • Birth certificates of children (if including dependents)

Fees & Processing Time

Visa Application Fee

AUD $650 (subject to change)

Processing Time

4-12 weeks depending on application completeness and season

Priority Processing

Available for additional fee in some cases

Biometrics Fee

Additional fee may apply for biometric collection

Health Examination

Costs vary by country and panel physician

Visa & Study Permit Information

Visa Requirements

Student Visa (Subclass 500) requires Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), proof of funds, Overseas Student Health Cover.

Processing Time

4-12 weeks

Work During Study

48 hours/fortnight during term

Post-Study Work

Temporary Graduate visa: 2-4 years

Dependents

Allowed, spouse can work 48 hours/fortnight

Official Visa Information

For the most up-to-date and official visa information, visit:

Australian Government - Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Cost Information
Cost of Living

AUD 15,000-21,000 per year depending on city


Post-Study Work Rights

Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for 2-4 years

Rejections & Refunds

Common Reasons for Rejection

  • Insufficient funds or unclear financial documents
  • Failure to meet GTE requirements
  • Inadequate English proficiency
  • Health or character issues
  • Incomplete or fraudulent documentation
  • Previous visa compliance issues

Refund Policy

Visa Fee Refund

Visa application fee is generally non-refundable if refused

University Refunds

Refund policies vary by institution, check university's refund policy

OSHC Refund

May be partially refundable if visa refused

Appeal Process

Can appeal decision within specified timeframe

Dependent Visa Information

Eligible Dependents

Spouse/de facto partner and children under 18

Work Rights for Spouse

Can work up to 48 hours per fortnight

Study Rights

Dependent children can study in Australian schools

Financial Requirements

Additional funds required: AUD $7,362 per year for spouse, AUD $3,152 per year per child

Health Insurance

Must maintain adequate health insurance for all dependents

Application Process

Can apply together with main applicant or separately later

Student Life & Regulations

Work Regulations

Maximum 48 hours per fortnight during term, unlimited during holidays

Attendance Requirements

Must maintain at least 80% attendance

Course Progress

Must meet satisfactory course progress requirements

Change of Institution

Restrictions apply, must study for 6 months before changing

Health Insurance

Must maintain OSHC for entire stay

Address Notification

Must notify institution of address changes within 7 days

Visa Conditions

Must comply with all visa conditions (8105 work condition, 8202 study condition, etc.)

Post-Study Work Opportunities

Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

Graduate Work Stream

18 months for occupations on skilled occupation list

Post-Study Work Stream

2-4 years depending on qualification level

Second Post-Study Work Stream

Additional 1-2 years for regional study

Eligibility

Recent graduation from CRICOS-registered course, meet English requirements, health insurance

Application Window

Must apply within 6 months of course completion

Permanent Residency Pathways

Skilled Independent Visa (189)

Points-based system

Skilled Nominated Visa (190)

State nomination required

Employer Sponsorship

After gaining work experience

Global Talent Visa

For exceptional talent in target sectors

Work Rights During PSW

Full work rights with no restrictions

Study Rights

Can study during PSW visa period

Top Universities in Australia

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University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne

World Rank: #33

Australia's leading university for research and teaching excellence.

Australian National University
Australian National University

World Rank: #34

Australia's national university located in Canberra, consistently ranked #1 in Australia and renowned for research excel...

University of Sydney
University of Sydney

World Rank: #41

Australia's first university established in 1850, known for its beautiful campus and excellence across business, medicin...

University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales

World Rank: #45

Leading university in Sydney renowned for engineering, business (home of AGSM MBA), and strong industry connections.

University of Queensland
University of Queensland

World Rank: #50

Research-intensive university in Brisbane excelling in sciences, mining engineering, and life sciences with world-class ...

Monash University
Monash University

World Rank: #57

Large international university with campuses in Melbourne and Malaysia, strong in pharmacy, engineering, and business wi...

University of Western Australia
University of Western Australia

World Rank: #72

Premier university in Perth known for mining engineering, earth sciences, and life sciences with strong industry partner...

University of Adelaide
University of Adelaide

World Rank: #89

Historic university in South Australia renowned for viticulture (wine science), medicine, and engineering with strong re...

Popular Programs

Master of Science

Australian National University

Postgraduate

Tuition: $38,000.00

Bachelor of Computer Science (English)

University of Melbourne

Undergraduate

Tuition: $0.00

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

University of Melbourne

Postgraduate

Tuition: $0.00

Application Timeline

Semester 1 (Feb)

Apply by Sep-Oct

1
Semester 2 (July)

Apply by Apr-May

2
Visa Processing

Apply 2-3 months before course start

3
Scholarship Deadlines

Often align with application deadlines

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English Tests

IELTS by mid-year for Feb intake

5

Scholarships for Australia

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Award: $80,000

Comprehensive scholarship program for African students worldwide

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Apply Now
Australia Awards Scholarships

Award: $100,000

Long-term development awards for study in Australia

Deadline: April 30, 2025

Apply Now
Erasmus+ Programme

Award: $30,000

EU programme for education, training, youth and sport

Deadline: February 15, 2025

Apply Now

Key Benefits for Students

Extended Work Rights: Up to 4-6 years in some fields

Regional Benefits: Extra year for studying outside major cities

Quality Lifestyle: World's most livable cities

Outdoor Culture: Beaches, sports, and nature activities

Health Coverage: Mandatory OSHC for all students

Skill Migration: PR pathways for in-demand occupations

Frequently Asked Questions

This visa allows international graduates to live, study and work in Australia temporarily after completing their studies, typically for 2-4 years depending on qualifications.

Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term time and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks.

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