Study in Australia — cost, visa & intakes
Australia offers Group of Eight research universities, generous post-study work rights and a lifestyle that consistently ranks among the world's best for international students.
Cost of studying in Australia
| Expense | Indicative cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition — master's | ₹18–30 lakh / year |
| Tuition — undergraduate | ₹16–28 lakh / year |
| Living expensesGovernment requirement: AUD 29,710/year | ₹15–18 lakh / year |
| OSHC health cover | ₹35,000–60,000 / year |
| Visa application fee | AUD 1,600 |
Indicative ranges for Indian students. Actual costs vary by university, city and exchange rate.
Visa process overview
- 01
Accept your offer and pay deposit
The university issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
- 02
Buy OSHC
Overseas Student Health Cover for your full stay is mandatory.
- 03
Prepare the GS statement
The Genuine Student requirement replaced GTE — your reasoning must be specific and evidenced.
- 04
Lodge the Subclass 500 application
Online through ImmiAccount with financial and academic evidence.
- 05
Health check and biometrics
Complete with a panel clinic.
- 06
Decision
Typically 4–8 weeks depending on provider risk level.
Work rights: 48 hrs per fortnight during term, unlimited in breaks, plus 2–4 years on the 485 visa. Detailed visa guidance →
Popular courses among Indian students in Australia
Information Technology
Cyber security, cloud and data specialisations.
Accounting & Business
CPA-accredited pathways.
Nursing & Health Sciences
On the skills shortage list.
Engineering
Civil, mining and renewable energy strengths.
Hospitality & Agriculture
Strong regional employer demand.
Intake months
February
Semester 1 intake
Main intake. Apply Sep–Nov.
July
Semester 2 intake
Widely available. Apply Mar–May.
November
Trimester 3 intake
Offered by select universities.
Scholarships for studying in Australia
Most Australian universities offer automatic 10–30% tuition reductions for strong Indian applicants, alongside competitive government awards.
- Australia Awards Scholarships (government)
- Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
- Sydney Scholars India Equity Scholarship
- Monash International Merit Scholarship
- Destination Australia (regional study)
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