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STUDY DESTINATION
Australia
2-Year Post-Study Visa · High Quality of Life · Work While You Study
Australia offers world-class education, a stunning quality of life and strong post-study work rights. With 7 universities in the global top 100 and a booming economy in healthcare, engineering and technology — Australia is a top choice for Indian students.
AVG ANNUAL FEE
AUD 25,000 – AUD 45,000
AVG GRADUATE INCOME
AUD 65,000 – AUD 90,000 per year
POST STUDY VISA
Graduate Visa Subclass 485 — 2 to 4 years
COST OF LIVING
AUD 20,000 – AUD 28,000 per year
Why Study in Australia?
Australia has 7 universities in the global top 100 and consistently ranks among the best countries for international students in terms of safety, quality of life and employment outcomes. The Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) gives graduates 2 to 4 years of work rights depending on your degree and location. Australian degrees are globally recognised and the country has strong ties to India through trade, culture and a 700,000-strong Indian diaspora.
WHY NOT OTHER COUNTRIES?
Australia offers a better quality of life than the UK with more sunshine, outdoor culture and work-life balance. Compared to Canada, the visa process is more straightforward and Australia's major cities are more internationally connected. Unlike Germany, all education is in English. The Australian dollar is weaker than the US dollar making your Indian rupees go further. Australia also has a stronger focus on practical and industry-integrated education.
TOP COURSES
MS Engineering · MBA · MS IT · MS Data Science · MS Nursing · MS Accounting · MS Construction Management · MS Architecture · MS Environmental Science · MS Public Health
COST OF EDUCATION
Australian university fees range from AUD 22,000 to AUD 50,000 per year. Group of Eight universities are at the premium end. Universities like CQU, Charles Sturt and Federation University offer quality programs at more affordable fees of AUD 22,000 to AUD 32,000. Living in regional Australia comes with additional benefits including extended post-study work visas.
INTAKES AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Australia has two main intakes — February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2). Scholarships include Australia Awards, the Destination Australia Scholarship for regional study up to AUD 15,000 per year and university merit scholarships ranging from AUD 5,000 to AUD 20,000.
EXAM REQUIREMENTS
IELTS Academic: 6.0 to 7.0 overall · TOEFL iBT: 79 to 94 · PTE Academic: 50 to 65 · GRE and GMAT required for some MBA and Masters programs at Group of Eight universities. Many universities are GRE waiver friendly.
VISA PROCESS
Step 1 — Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your Australian university.
Step 2 — Apply online through the Australian Department of Home Affairs ImmiAccount portal.
Step 3 — Provide Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement.
Step 4 — Upload financial evidence, English test results, academic documents and health insurance (OSHC).
Step 5 — Complete the medical examination at an approved panel physician in India.
Step 6 — Receive your visa grant notice typically within 4 to 6 weeks.
PR PATHWAY
Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189 · 190
WORK WHILE STUDYING
Up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies. Unlimited hours during holidays.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
English only
IELTS 6.0 to 7.0
LIFE IN THE COUNTRY
Australia offers one of the best quality of life experiences for international students in the world. Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are consistently ranked among the world's most livable cities. The climate is warm and sunny for most of the year. Indian communities are thriving in all major Australian cities. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during studies.