Study in AustraliaStudy in Australia — top-ranked campuses and a real post-study work visa.
Globally ranked universities, one of the more generous post-study work windows anywhere, and a lifestyle to match — with our counselors handling Australia matches directly while the in-app catalog is built out.
Why students choose Australia
Australia combines world-ranked education with a genuinely generous post-study work window and a famously good quality of life.
2–4 year work visa
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives eligible graduates 2–4 years of full work rights, depending on your qualification and where you studied.
Top-ranked universities
Australia places several universities in the global top 100, with strong research and industry links.
Work during your course
Student-visa holders can generally work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session, and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks.
Regional incentives
Studying outside the biggest cities can add extra post-study work time and meaningfully lower your living costs.
English-speaking & multicultural
One of the world's largest international-student communities, with well-established support services.
High quality of life
Safe cities, excellent healthcare and a famously outdoor lifestyle.
When you can start
Semester 1
The primary intake with the widest choice of programs. Apply 4–6 months ahead.
Semester 2
The second major intake — most programs offer a July start.
Select intakes
Some institutions and pathway programs offer additional or rolling starts.
What studying in Australia costs
Use these as planning ranges — your exact figures depend on the institution, city and program.
The Department of Home Affairs currently uses an indicative living-cost figure of about AUD 29,710/year for a single student-visa applicant. Treat all figures as planning ranges.
Australia programs
Our Australian university and program catalog is still being built out — we're not ready to show specific programs here yet. But our counselors already work with students targeting Australia every week; talk to us and we'll get you a real shortlist now.
Talk to our Australia counselorPublic scholarships worth knowing
These are public, government-funded awards. We help you check eligibility — and never charge for scholarship guidance.
Australia Awards
Long-term development awards from the Australian Government (DFAT) for eligible countries.
Destination Australia
Students studying in regional Australia, across many institutions.
Research Training Program (RTP)
Research (master's/PhD) students at Australian universities.
Popular student cities
Sydney
Australia's largest job market and student city; the highest cost of living.
Melbourne
Frequently ranked among the world's most liveable cities; a huge student community.
Brisbane
Warm climate, growing economy and lower costs than Sydney or Melbourne.
Perth
Relaxed pace, strong resources sector, and often counted as regional for visa benefits.
Adelaide
Affordable, safe and designated regional — extra post-study work time.
Canberra
The capital — government and research jobs, compact and calm.
The subclass 500 student visa
Australia's student visa (subclass 500) covers the length of your course; the subclass 485 lets you work afterward. Here's the route from offer to arrival.
- 1
Get your Confirmation of Enrolment
Accept your offer and pay the required deposit to receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
- 2
Arrange OSHC
Take out Overseas Student Health Cover for the length of your stay.
- 3
Prepare your Genuine Student statement
Complete the Genuine Student (GS) requirement and gather evidence of funds and ties.
- 4
Apply online via ImmiAccount
Lodge your subclass 500 application and pay the visa application charge (about AUD 1,600).
- 5
Health exam & biometrics
Complete a medical examination and provide biometrics if requested.
- 6
Await the decision & travel
Processing times vary by program and profile; travel once your visa is granted.
Studying in Australia: your questions
Can I already choose Australia in the UniStep app?
Yes — Australia is one of our six supported destinations during onboarding. The self-serve program catalog for Australia isn't populated yet, so for now our counselors handle Australia matches directly.
How much does it cost to study in Australia?
Tuition for international students typically runs AUD 20,000–45,000 per year depending on the institution and program, plus living costs the government currently estimates at roughly AUD 29,710/year for a single applicant.
Can I study in Australia without IELTS?
Most universities require IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall (higher for some professional programs), though PTE Academic and other tests are widely accepted alternatives. We check the exact requirement per program.
How long can I work after I graduate?
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) generally gives 2–4 years of full work rights depending on your qualification and study location, with extra time often available for regional study.
Is studying in a regional area worth it?
Often, yes — regional study can add post-study work time and lowers your living costs, without changing the quality of your qualification.
Do you charge a fee for this?
No agent fee to use UniStep. You pay the university and the government the same costs you would with or without an agent.
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