Australia

Study in Australia—A Complete Guide by Cambridge Consultant

Australia is amongst the leading education hubs and offers international students a unique and quality education system, cultural awareness, and student life. At Cambridge Consultant, we're committed to helping students study abroad in Australia with our expert consultancy, ensuring they get a smooth journey in a new environment.

Understanding the Australian Education System

Australian education system is committed to providing students with the top quality education and practical skills, ensuring academic and professional success.

    • VET: VET stands for Vocational Education and Training, and provide students with the practical skills and knowledge in different industries.
  • Undergraduate Degrees: Bachelor's degrees take three or four years depending on the field of study.
  • Postgraduate Degrees: Diplomas, Master's degrees, and PhDs (depending on the field of study).

Why Choose Australia?

Australia is a leading destination for international students for the following reasons:

  • World-Class Education: Australian universities provide students with advanced learning methods, ensuring top-quality education in every field.
  • Various Course Options: With over 22,000 courses across 1,100 institutions, Australia provides multiple course options for international students.
  • Quality of Life: Australian cities are well known for their quality of life and safe environment. Cities like Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane frequently rank among the best student cities globally.
  • Cultural Awareness: If you study in Australia, you get to know about the multicultural environment of Australia. It is because there are millions of international students.

Top Universities in Australia

As we discussed earlier, Australia is ranking amongst the leading education hubs and providing top quality education. Here are some of the universities we work with that’ve a high success rate.

Cost of Studying in Australia

Understanding the financial plan for study abroad is important. Cost in Australia for students is categorized in tuition fees and living expenses.

Tuition fees vary based on the course and institution. On average:

  • Vocational Education and Training (VET): AUD 4,000 to AUD 22,000 annually.​
  • Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree: AUD 15,000 to AUD 35,000 annually.​
  • Postgraduate Master’s Degree: AUD 20,000 to AUD 42,000 annually.
  • Doctoral Degree: AUD 20,000 to AUD 42,000 annually.

The cost of living depends on the city and accommodation. Estimated expenses are:

  • Accommodation: AUD 120 to AUD 700.​
  • Food: AUD 80 to AUD 300.​
  • Transportation: AUD 12 to AUD 70.​
  • Entertainment: AUD 50 and above.

Various scholarships are available to help students in their study abroad journey. Some of the scholarships are given below: 

  • Australia Awards: Government-funded scholarship that covers tuition fees, living expenses, and travel.
  • Destination Australia Program: This program Offers scholarships for students studying in regional Australia.
  • University-Specific Scholarships: Many universities offer scholarships based on academic merit, leadership qualities, or financial need.

Intakes and Application Deadlines

Australian universities typically offer two major intakes for international students.

February Intake

An intake for international students at the beginning of the academic year.

Mid year intake for those who missed the first intake.

Some institutions provide intakes in November for selective courses. We advise students to prepare for the application process 6-8 months before the intake for maximum chances of acceptance.