Studying in Australia
Country
🇦🇺Australia
43
mostly public (Group of Eight top tier)
Universities
786,000+
2024 (record level)
International Students
2-4 years
Temporary Graduate (subclass 485): Bachelor 2, Master 3, PhD 4 years
Post-Study Visa
7 universities
Melbourne #13, Sydney #18, UNSW #19, ANU #30, Monash #37, UQ #40, UWA #72
QS 2026 Top 50
AUD $1,700
subclass 500, as of 2024
Student Visa Fee
Education Levels
What level of education in Australia?
Bachelor's Universities
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Explore in detail →Master's
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Explore in detail →High Schools
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Explore in detail →Language Schools
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Explore in detail →Australia boasts prestigious universities, a multicultural society, and a high standard of living. It's a popular destination for students seeking quality education and outdoor adventures in a vibrant, safe environment.
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Popular Universities in Australia
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The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 44512
Times Higher Ed.#37
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The Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 45060
Times Higher Ed.#73
79/ 100Learn More
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University of New South Wales Sydney (UNSW SYDNEY)
Sydney, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 54000
Times Higher Ed.#79
80/ 100Learn More
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The University of Queensland
Brisbane, St Lucia, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 48000
Times Higher Ed.#80
77/ 100Learn More
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University of Western Australia
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 44650
Times Higher Ed.#153
68/ 100Learn More
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University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 47000
Times Higher Ed.#154
62/ 100Learn More
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The University of Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 44500
Times Higher Ed.#251
60/ 100Learn More
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University of South Australia (UniSA)
Güney Avustralya, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 32800
Times Higher Ed.#301
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Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Brisbane, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 39600
Times Higher Ed.#201
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 42816
Times Higher Ed.#201
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Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, Australia
Annual FeeA$ 39000
Times Higher Ed.#301
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Cost of Living in Australia
Average monthly student living costs — including accommodation and transport.
| City | Monthly Living | Accommodation | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | AUD $2,400 | AUD $300-450/week | AUD $50/week Opal Card |
| Melbourne | AUD $2,200 | AUD $280-400/week | AUD $50/week Myki |
| Brisbane | AUD $1,900 | AUD $230-350/week | AUD $40/week Go Card |
| Perth | AUD $1,800 | AUD $220-330/week | AUD $35/week SmartRider |
| Adelaide | AUD $1,700 | AUD $200-320/week | AUD $30/week metroCARD |
Visa process
Australia Student Visa: Step by Step
Application Steps
- CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment)After the university offer letter, you make the payment and receive the CoE. It is a mandatory document for the Subclass 500 application.
- OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover)Health insurance is mandatory for the entire visa period. Bupa, Medibank, Allianz, NIB; approximately AUD $600/year for a student (single).
- GTE StatementGenuine Temporary Entrant declaration — a 1-2 page statement explaining your intention to return to Türkiye. Financial resources + academic background + career plan.
- Proof of FundsYou must show AUD $29,710 per year in living costs + tuition + airfare (2024). Bank deposits held for the last 28 days or an education loan approval.
- Subclass 500 Application (Online)Online application through ImmiAccount. AUD $1,700 fee. Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) at the VFS Global center in Istanbul/Ankara. Duration: 4-12 weeks.
Fees
- VFS Global biometrics₺ ~1,500
- OSHC (annual, single)AUD $600
- Student visa subclass 500AUD $1,700
- Translation + apostille (Türkiye)₺ ~3,000
- Temporary Graduate (485) visaAUD $1,945
Required Documents
- ✓CoE document (university enrolment confirmation)
- ✓OSHC health insurance policy (for the entire visa period)
- ✓GTE statement — Genuine Temporary Entrant declaration
- ✓Proof of funds — showing AUD $29,710/year living costs + tuition
- ✓English: IELTS 5.5-6.5 (general), 7.0+ (medicine/law)
- ✓Medical examination (Bupa Medical Visa Services Türkiye)
Popular cities
Most Popular Student Cities in Australia
Sydney
University of SydneyUNSW SydneyMacquarie UniversityUTS
Melbourne
University of MelbourneMonash UniversityRMIT UniversityLa Trobe
Brisbane
University of Queensland (UQ)QUTGriffith University
Perth
University of Western Australia (UWA)Curtin UniversityMurdoch University
Adelaide
University of AdelaideFlinders UniversityUniSA
Canberra
Australian National University (ANU)University of Canberra
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Sources used for this page
- https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500
- https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/
- https://www.topuniversities.com/world-university-rankings
- https://go8.edu.au/
- https://www.privatehealth.gov.au/health_insurance/overseas/
- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-graduate-485
- https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/australia-awards
All figures have been verified against official sources. Be sure to check the official pages to confirm the information is up to date.
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