Cost of Living in Australia
(The costs provided are an approximate guide only.)
Acknowledging the average cost and living and studying in Australia is crucial in term of your application and financial preparation. The cost of studying in Australia depends on certain matter as such education provider, study location in Australia and the level of your course. The following information are some costs associated for living and studying in Australia. Please take note that these are only estimated and do not take into account of your spending habits and other personal budgeting. (All in Australian Dollar)
Accommodations
Hostel and guesthouses - $150 to $200 per week
Shared rental - $195 to $315 per week
On campus - $160 to $335 per week
Homestay - $350 to $450 per week
Rental – $350to $600 per week
Boarding schools - $15,000 to $32,000 a year
Other Living Expenses
Groceries and outside dining - $200 to $400 per week
Gas and electricity - $60 to $150 per week
Phone and Internet - $15 to $80 per week
Public transport - $9030 to $80 per week
Entertainment - $100 to $200 per week.
Cost of Living
There are certain financial requirements set by The Australian Department of Home Affairs that you must fulfil to receive a student visa in Australia. You can refer to Student Visa Subclass 500 application and Document Checklist Tool for detail steps on how to provide the evidence required to cover the costs of your travel, living expenses, and study.
Education Costs
The following information are range of course costs (yearly) for different types of qualifications.
School - $7,800 to $30,000
English language studies – around $300 per week depends on course length
Vocational education and training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma) - $4000 to $22,000
Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree - $25,000 to $85,000
Postgraduate Master’s Degree – $22,000 to $50,000
Doctoral Degree - $19,000 to $42,000.
Please take note these information does not include high delivery courses such as medical and veterinary.
Please visit related institutions website to get information for the costs of these courses.
