Study & Living Expensive in Australia

Study Expenses

The cost of studying in Australia depends on the universities and the level of study you choose. Given below is the list to give you an indication of the course costs for different types of qualifications.

Qualifications	Fee (In AUD)
School	A$7,800 to A$30,000
Vocational Education and Training (Certificates I to IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma)	A$4,000 to A$22,000
English language studies	Approximate A$300 per week depending on course length
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree	A$15,000 to A$33,000
Postgraduate Master’s Degree	A$20,000 to A$37,000
Doctoral Degree	A$14,000 to A$37,000

Work Opportunities on Student Visa to Cover Expenses

Working while studying is one of the major reasons why a large number of international students choose Australia as their study destination. The Australian Immigration system provides international students on a student visa a chance to work up to 40 hours every two weeks during semesters and unrestricted hours during semester breaks.

However, before applying for work, international students need to visit the Australian Taxation Office to get a TFN (Taxation File Number). The process includes submitting few details like name, current address, date of birth along with the date of arrival in Australia, passport and proof of enrolment.

Australian Industries offering Part-time work

There is a wide range of industries in Australia that offer part-time work opportunities including

Hospitality (Restaurants, bars and cafes)
Agriculture (Farming and fruit-picking)
Retail (Super markets and clothing stores)
Tourism (Hotels and Motels)
Tutoring
Administration or Clerical roles
Sales and Telemarketing

Ways to Find Work

Some of the best ways to find appropriate work in Australia are

Online job sites and Newspapers
Through institution’s international student support staff
Registering the details at a recruitment firm

Work Rights

Every individual working in Australia including international students on student visa or people on working holiday visa have some basic rights at work.
This includes

A healthy and safe work environment
A minimum wage
Right to Challenge unfair dismissal
Breaks and Rest Periods

Living Expenses

The minimum cost of living required by the Department of Home Affairs to issue a student visa is $20,290. This covers:

Accommodation Expenses

Qualifications	Fee (In AUD)
Child	A$3,151/year
Dependents	A$7,362/year
Hostels and guesthouses	A$80 to A$135 a week
Shared rentals and On-Campus Accommodation	A$70 to A$250 a week
Homestay	A$110 to A$270 a week
Return Air Travel	A$2,000/head

Weekly Expenses

Qualifications	Fee (In AUD)
Groceries or eating out	A$80 to A$200
Gas and Electricity	A$60 to A$100
Phone and Internet	A$20 to A$50
Public Transport	A$10 to A$50
Entertainment	A$50 to A$100