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Study in Australia

Australia is the fourth most popular destination for international students — offering more than 1,200 schools with over 22,000 courses, high-ranked universities, and the chance to work while you study and after you graduate.

Key Facts to Study in Australia
Languages spoken
English
Cost of study
AUD 20,000 – AUD 45,000 / year
Sources of funding
Scholarships, grants, bursaries, work opportunities, and financial aid
Exams required
IELTS/TOEFL and GMAT/GRE
Popular Programs
VET Courses, General English, and Higher Education
Intakes
Flexible, depending on the program
Visa
Subclass 500 visa

Overview

💰Living Cost

Varies by city — Melbourne and Sydney run higher than regional areas. See the monthly cost breakdown below.

ExpenseCost range (monthly)
AccommodationAUD 800 – 2,500
GroceriesAUD 300 – 500
TransportationAUD 100 – 200
Dining outAUD 300 – 500
UtilitiesAUD 150 – 250
Internet & mobileAUD 50 – 100
MiscellaneousAUD 200 – 400
📋Student Visa Requirement

Requirements vary by qualification level (VET, Bachelor, Master) — your counselor matches documents to the right pathway.

  • Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) from a recognised Australian educational institution
  • Proof of sufficient financial resources to cover tuition, living expenses, and return travel
  • English language proficiency test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) to cover medical expenses
  • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement
  • Meet health and character requirements
💼Career Orientation

International students may work up to 24 hours per week during term — enough to practise your skills and build experience in the field you're studying, not just to earn. After graduating there are clear post-study work visa pathways in IT, engineering, health, and hospitality.

🏠Accommodation

On-campus dorms, homestays with a local family, and shared apartments are the three common options. We arrange this before you depart so you land with somewhere to stay, and help you weigh cost against commute — living further from campus is cheaper but adds daily travel.

🌏Culture & Lifestyle

Multicultural and English-speaking, with a large and active Indonesian student community you can lean on in your first months. Halal food and places of worship are easy to find in the major cities, and most campuses run Indonesian student associations that organise regular gatherings.

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