Study in Australia

Guides to studying in Australia

Practical, sourced guides to Australian admissions, the subclass 500 student visa, tuition, living costs and scholarships — written against the figures the government and the universities actually publish.

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Study Guides

Why Study in Australia? Rankings, Work Rights and Graduate Outcomes

Seven Australian universities sit in the QS world top 100, degrees are taught entirely in English, and eligible graduates can stay and work on a Tempo...

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Application Guides

How to Apply to an Australian University: ATAR, UAC and Direct Applications

Domestic school leavers apply through a state admissions centre; international applicants apply directly to the university. This is the whole path, fr...

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Student Visa

The Student Visa (Subclass 500) Explained, Step by Step

What the Genuine Student requirement asks of you, why you need a CoE and OSHC before you lodge, how much money you must evidence, and how the 48-hours...

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Scholarships

Scholarships to Study in Australia: Australia Awards, RTP and University Merit Awards

Australia Awards covers everything but is limited to partner countries; the Research Training Program funds most PhDs; and every university runs its o...

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Rankings & Comparisons

Group of Eight or Technology University? Choosing the Right Australian Institution

The Go8 research universities, the technology network, the regional universities and the private providers each suit a different student. How to tell...

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Study Guides

Cost of Living for Students in Australia: Sydney vs Adelaide

Rent, transport concessions, OSHC and groceries — a realistic monthly budget, and why the city you choose changes your total cost far more than the un...

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