COST OF STUDY IN AUSTRALIA
The land of Kangaroo has always been ranked in the TOP of the most livable countries in the world as voted by the OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development). Up to now, Australia has 19 schools ranked in the list of the best universities in the world according to the prestigious Times Higher Education magazine, with a thriving economy, high per capita income (approximately 80,000 USD). AUD/year).
Possessing an advanced education with top universities in the world, Australia is also a country with a large number of international students. Although the cost of studying in Australia is also somewhat similar to the cost of studying in the UK, USA, ..., depending on the location of the school and the city you choose, but Australia has job opportunities and settlement policies. wide open to attract international students special attention.
Some proud achievements of education in Australia
⚜ Top 10 best educational countries in the world in 2018 as voted by U.S News.
⚜ 7 Australian universities are ranked in the top 200 universities in the world according to QS Stars.
⚜ 5 Nobel Prize winners and 1 Fields Award winner in all fields.
⚜ Australian qualifications are also recognized globally.
⚜ Education in Australia ranks 5th in international student satisfaction scores.
Tuition |
Cost of living |
17.000–43.000 AUD/year |
300-2.000 AUD/month |
1. TUITION
Study programs in Australia, depending on the time and major, will have specific tuition fees as follows:
Study program |
Tuition |
High School Program |
6,000 – 30,000 AUD/year |
English program |
12,000 –19,000 AUD/year |
College Preparatory Course and Transfer Course |
9,000 –14,000 AUD/year |
College/Vocational Program |
5,000 – 20,000 AUD/year |
Bachelor's Program |
14,000 – 35,000 AUD/year |
Post - graduate program |
15,000 – 36,000 AUD/year |
2. COSTS OF LIVING
The cost of living in Australia when living in the center of big cities such as Melbourne or Sydney are much higher than in other areas such as Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Hoabart or Darwin… However, most of the cost of living. This in turn depends on how you plan and execute your spending. There are many amounts in the cost of living that you need to calculate to balance your finances well.
2.1. House
Signing up for an on-campus dormitory is an economical and convenient option. The cost in this form is usually from 320 – 1,000 Australian dollars/month. You can register in person or register online through the school website.
If you want to get more exposure to Australian life, a homestay is a wise choice. This is the fastest and easiest way for you to integrate and learn about the Australian culture and lifestyle. In this form, in addition to the cost of room rental, there is also an additional meal cost if you choose to share a meal with the host. At the school you attend, there will certainly be a list of families willing to welcome you to live. The cost of renting a house is about 400 – 1,000 AUD/month.
Renting a big house and sharing with your friends at university is the option chosen by many students. About this rental, it is similar in Vietnam, when renting a house you also need to deposit 1 month in advance and have to pay rent in advance for that month. You will probably have to buy and prepare the living items yourself. The total cost of renting a house will be around 300 - 1,300 Australian dollars/month.
In addition, international students can also choose to stay in hostels or guest houses. Here, everyone will use the same space as well as living facilities in the kitchen, bathroom, living room. The cost for this form of accommodation falls between 350 - 500 Australian dollars / month.
2.2. Telephone, internet
Like many other countries, international students need to pay their phone and Internet bills every month on time. The price is high or low depending on the service package and usage level of the international student. Accordingly, the average price for phone and internet charges for international students in Australia is about 20 - 50 USD, which is Australia/month.
2.3. Insurance
When studying in Australia, international students are required to have insurance, this is the rule. Therefore, you also need to prepare a sum of money for buying insurance. This will cost around AU$450.
2.4. Vehicles
In Australia, major cities are equipped with public transport because the area of the cities is very large as well as ensuring the movement of people. Usually, these vehicles will apply the form of swiping cards to pay for trains and cars. Depending on the different long and short distances, there will be a different amount of money deducted from the card, not a common price like buses in Vietnam. The price to use the card in Melbourne ranges from 250 AUD (semi-annual version) to 500 AUD (1-year version).
Particularly for students, you will enjoy more incentives when using these types of vehicles. You can search and refer to information at the university's student office on how to perform the service in the most convenient and cheapest way.
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