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STUDY IN AUSTRALIA

#5 in Overall Rankings

Australia is a top destination for international students.
Australia is ideal for international students, with high-quality education, a welcoming culture, vibrant student cities and beautiful natural surroundings.
Australian universities regularly feature in the top 100 of world rankings, but with a rigorous education system, you can be sure of a top-quality education wherever you study in Australia.
Australia is renowned for its diverse beauty, from gorgeous beaches and reefs to breathtaking desert plains and mountains. The Australian landscape and wildlife are like nowhere else on earth.
International students can study any topic, and the student visa enables them to work — whether that’s to support their education or fund their adventures
exploring the country.
After graduating from an Australian university, a student’s education qualifications are recognized by international employers and education
institutions around the world. All Australian education qualifications are included under one national system—Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Australia has 43 universities, mostly publicly funded. And all are research institutions, helping to support their academic credentials and making it the world’s fourth most popular destination (after the UK, US and France) for PhDs.
According to the QS Best Students Cities 2023, 7 states of Australia have been ranked based on their affordability, education and student reviews. This clearly shows the benefits of studying in Australia for Indian students.
It’s 40 to 60 per cent cheaper to study in Australia than in the United States or the United Kingdom, to be exact.
Because of the excellent education, quality and living conditions, it’s becoming a very popular choice compared to the US.
List of Top Reasons to Study in Australia For International Students
There are a lot of good reasons why to study in Australia and why this study destination is most popular among students. From its world-class universities to the dynamic multicultural environment, you will experience a range of things while studying in the country. Here is a list of top 10 reasons to study in Australia for international students:
Experience World Class Education
Career-focussed Programs
Post-Study Opportunities 
Support for International Students
Safe and Diverse
Student Development 
Immense Career Opportunities
Research Oriented Programs
Cost of Living and Course Fees 
Scholarships Availability

Overview of Australia

CAPITAL

Canberra

REGION

Oceania

GDP PER CAPITA, PPP

$62,625

GDP

$1.68 trillion

POPULATION

25,978,935

AREA

7,741,220 SQ.KM

Study with Australia in 5 steps

1. Choose your study area
2. Choose your course
3. Plan your budget
4. Prepare your student visa application
5. Get ready to study

Why choose Australia?

9 of the world’s top 100 universities
Source: QS World University Rankings 2024
95% of universities ranked globally
Source: QS World University Rankings 2024
6 of the world’s top 50 student cities
Source: QS Best Student Cities 2024
The different types of degrees are listed below in the hierarchy they fall under:

Foundation Course

A foundation course is usually a one or two-year preparatory course for students who have completed their formal education and want to qualify to apply for a bachelor’s degree course. The course mostly comprises of practical approaches.
A foundation course is mostly a requirement for undergraduate applicants in the UK but have variations across countries. In Ireland it is known as a Core Studies course and exists in Australia, Canada and New Zealand as well.

Certificate

A certificate course is usually two years or less and focuses on a specific department or area of study. Most certificate courses may include profession specific syllabus or technical skills focusedsyllabus.
Certificate courses are usually for people who do not wish to pursue a postgraduate degree immediately after their formal education.

Vocational Diploma

while an undergraduate degree focuses on all round development of the student, a vocational degree focuses on a specific skill or trade that prepares a student for a skill-based career.
Vocational courses take a considerably shorter time for completion and once done; the student is well equipped for the job. A few examples of courses that come under this category are nursing, cosmetology, electric work etc.

Undergraduate Degree

An undergraduate degree is an academic degree awarded to a person who has successfully completed an undergraduate course.
Undergraduate courses are offered by colleges and universities. The most common types of undergraduate degrees are associate’s degree and bachelor’s degree. While a Bachelor’s degree usually takes at least three years to complete an associate degree takes about 2 years to complete.
Usually an undergraduate degree comes directly after formal schooling in preparation for the Master’s degree. An associate degree is an undergraduate degree is a level of qualification between formal school education and bachelor’s degree. Associate degrees are popular in the USA but rare in other education systems around the world.

Postgraduate Diploma

A postgraduate diploma is a degree that students pursue after their graduation. It is mostly awarded by a university or graduate school. It usually takes about 2 additional terms to complete.
Students usually opt for a postgraduate diploma in a specific area to gain a more in-depth study as compared to the subject matter +taught in the undergraduate
course to help them in their future careers.

 Masters Degree

A master’s degree is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges on completion of a course after demonstrating a certain mastery in a specific field or area of professional practice.
A requirement for all master’s degrees are a Bachelor’s degree in the same or similar field. A Master’s degree gives the student an added advantage in the corporate world as companies look for candidates that are skilled in certain areas and have a higher education degree.
A Master’s degree takes a minimum of 1 year to complete, though some universities and countries have 2-year Master’s programs depending on the field of study.

Doctorate

A doctorate or doctor’s degree is an academic degree conferred on students by a university.
Doctorate degree are mostly research based and take about 4 years to complete.
The most common academic degree is the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) which is awarded in various fields ranging from humanities to the sciences.
Applied Doctorate degrees include Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Education (EdD) and so on. A doctorate also permits its holder to teach in universities in the degree’s field.

Intakes in Australia

Intake Application Deadline Duration
February Intake October to November (Previous year) February or Early March to Late May or Early June
July Intake April to May Late July or Early August to November
November Intake September Late November to January

 Duration :

Foundation academic year dates
Length – 1 year (some may be longer)
Semesters – Vary by course
Starts – Usually in February, but can vary by course.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) academic year dates
Length – 1 to 4 years
Semesters – 2 (or 4 ‘terms’)
Starts – Late January/early February (can vary by course).
University academic year dates

Undergraduate (Bachelor level)

Length – Typically 3 years (4 years for a Bachelor Honours degree)
Semesters – 2, but some providers now offer three trimesters
Starts – Usually March, but can vary by course and education provider. Mid-year or second semester starts can also be available.

Postgraduate

Length – 1 to 2 years
Semesters – 2, but some providers now offer three trimesters
Starts – Usually March, but can vary by course and education provider

Doctoral

Length – 3 years (plus 1 year for review)
Semesters – Most Doctoral candidates do not attend classes, but instead have academic supervision throughout the year
Starts – Start dates are negotiated with a Doctoral degree supervisor

Education Level Cost/Year

Undergraduate Bachelor Degree AUD 20,000 – 45,000
Postgraduate Master’s Degree AUD 22,000 – 50,000
Doctoral Degree AUD 18,000 – 42,000
Vocational Education and Training AUD 4,000 – 22,000
English language studies AUD 300 per week

Tuition Costs for Studying in Australia

Education Level Cost/Year
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree AUD 20,000 – 45,000
Postgraduate Master’s Degree AUD 22,000 – 50,000
Doctoral Degree AUD 18,000 – 42,000
Vocational Education and Training AUD 4,000 – 22,000
English language studies AUD 300 per week

Work Rules for International Students

they can only work a maximum of 48 hours per fortnight when their course is in session and there is no limit on the number of hours an international student can work during recognized school vacations.
A work week in Australia is considered to be Monday through the following Sunday.
Although they are allowed to arrive in Australia up to 90 days before their course begins, students are not allowed to begin working until after their courses have begun.
The 20-hour-per-week limit does not extend to any work the student is required to undertake as a component of his or her studies or training. Volunteer and unpaid work, however, does count towards the 20 hours.
If an international student works more than the Australian restrictions allow, his or her visa may be cancelled.

How many hours of class per week?

Each semester is 12 weeks of classes, after around 6 weeks there is the mid semester study holiday with no classes.
This is not meant to be a holiday so you can actually go on holiday for around 2 weeks, it is there so you can catch up on study and your assignments.
 You are meant to do university work during that time.
At the end of the study holiday classes start again for around another 6 weeks.
This makes up the 12 weeks of classes. After that you have exams.
Exams have around 3 weeks allocated for them and your exams could fall any time within those 3 weeks.
Once exams are over your semester is done and you have to wait for the results.
The actual numbers I have listed do vary a bit depending on the university, I just used those numbers as examples.
A pass mark on a subject/paper is 50% or 49.99 exactly.
However, even if you get that you can still fail as you are also required to complete all assessments/assignments.
If you fail to complete even 1 assessment/assignment even if you score over 50% overall with the other assessments/assignments you will still fail that paper/subject.
A “C” is a pass but only just as pass, a “D” is a fail.
However, a full-time undergraduate student might expect to attend around 12-15 hours of classes per week, while a postgraduate student might have fewer hours of class time due to more independent study and research requirements.
It’s important to note that these are general estimates and actual class schedules can vary based on the specific courses and programs.

Post Study Work Permit (PSW) in Australia

All about Post Study Work Permit (PSW) in Australia
The duration of the Post Study Work Permit in Australia varies based on the level of study completed in Australia.
 For Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees, students can get a 2-year work visa, while for doctoral degrees, they can get a 3-4 year work visa.
The duration of the PSW provides ample time for students to gain valuable work experience and potentially even apply for permanent residency in Australia.

Job restrictions:

There are no restrictions on the type of job that students can undertake during their Post Study Work Permit in Australia.
Students are free to work in any occupation or industry they wish.
This is an excellent opportunity for Nepali students to gain practical experience and build their careers in Australia.
The PSW allows students to work full-time or part-time and can be used for self-employment or starting their own business.

Eligibility for PR Courses in Australia

You must meet some requirements if you wish to remain in Australia after completing your studies:
After completing the course, you may apply for a temporary student visa under class 485.
Ensure that the course you choose is not under two years old and has been approved by CRICOS, a system that approves courses for students from abroad.
You must have an IELTS score of at least 8.0 to qualify for Australia’s Public Relations Programme.
The job you plan to do after graduating should be on the ANZSCO job list. Again, the course you pick under CRICOS must be at least two years long.
If you meet these criteria after completion of your studies, it may be possible for you to stay in Australia.
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