Cost of education in Australia - International Student

The cost of studying in Australia for International Students depends on the level of studies. Some institutions sometimes make an additional charge to cover other student costs. 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 us.

These may include costs associated with being a student: student organisation membership, library and laboratory costs and sports facility costs. As well as this certain courses require the additional payment of charges for excursions, books, stationery and other essential material for the completion of the course. These costs will vary depending on the course or institution.

Therefore average costs are provided below and should only be used as a guide only. All school tuition fees are exempt from Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST).

The basic study fees are outlined below - Fees are listed in Australia Dollars (AUD$): Please note that the following fees are for illustration purposes and should be taken as a guide only.

University:

• Foundation Studies
  $A9,000-$A14,000 a year
  such as university entrance, preparatory and bridging courses
• Undergraduate
  Bachelor Degree such as courses in arts, business, economics and law, Laboratory-based Bachelor Degree such as science and engineering courses
  $A10,000- $A16,000 a year$A11,000- $A18,000 a year
• Postgraduate
  Graduate Certificates,Graduate Diplomas, Masters
  $A9000- $A16,000 a year$A11,000-$A18,500 a year

Vocational education and training

Certificates I - IV Diploma, Advanced Diploma
$A5,500-$A18,000 a year

School

Secondary school, Primary and junior secondary schools
$A6,000-$A13,000 a year$A5,000-$A11,000 a year

English language training

varies significantly depending on the course duration or institution
$A3,500-$A13,500

Scholarships for international students 

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.