When we decide to study abroad, Australia is one of the common options that come to our mind after most prominent destinations such as USA or UK. One of the fastest emerging economies in the World, Australia is also the 3rd most sought after international student destination, especially, for higher education.
Anyone enrolling as an international student on a course lasting four months or more in Australia will need a student visa.
Benefits of Studying Australia
- Education is one part but there are also other aspects to consider while choosing a study abroad destination such as living environment and employment opportunities.
- Being one of the most prominent destinations to study, Australia is also one of the costliest countries in the World. Every year the Australian government sets aside over $200 million dollars specifically for international students coming to study at Australian universities
- Australians are famous for their laid back lifestyles, and the student culture of the country epitomizes this. While there is no doubt that Australian students take their schooling very seriously, they approach their leisure time with the same amount of commitment
- While Australia itself can easily provide plenty of opportunities for memorable travel experiences, including activities like bungee jumping and scuba diving, international students may also choose to visit nearby locations as part of their study abroad experience
Work right in Australia
- Working while you study in Australia can help complement your study and living experience. There are a number of reasons you might want to undertake part time work while studying in Australia, including assisting with living expenses and gaining work experience in your study area
- Most student visas allow you to work for up to 40 hours every two weeks while your course is in session, and unrestricted hours during any scheduled course break, but before you undertake any paid work you need to make sure your visa allows you to work.
- If you are a postgraduate research student:you can work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight during any preliminary courses you undertake if you have commenced your masters by research or doctoral degree in Australia, there is no limit on the number of hours you may work.
Fee Structure
All charges shown below are in Australian Dollars (AUD)
| Visa subclass |
Note |
Base application charge |
Additional applicant charge 18 and over |
Additional applicant charge under 18 |
Subsequent temporary application charge |
| Student visa (Subclass 500) |
6a, 6b, 6c |
$550 |
$410 |
$135 |
$700 |
| Student visa (Subsequent entrant) |
6e |
$550 |
$410 |
$135 |
$700 |
| Student visa (Subclass 500-Foreign Affairs or Defence sector) |
|
Nil |
Nil |
Nil |
Nil |
| Student visa (Subclass 500-Post Graduate Research sector) |
|
$550 |
Nil |
Nil |
Nil |
| Student Guardian (Subclass 590) |
6c, 6d |
$550 |
Nil |
Nil |
$700 |
