2025–26 Complete Guide
Australia is the third most popular study destination for Indian students after the USA and UK. With world-class universities, post-study work rights, and strong PR pathways, it offers excellent value.
ANU, Melbourne, Sydney, UNSW, UQ, Monash and Adelaide all rank in the global top 100.
Australia consistently ranks among the world's most liveable countries with a large Indian student community.
Graduate Visa (subclass 485) allows 2–4 years of work after your degree.
Strong migration pathways especially in engineering, IT, healthcare, and accounting.
February and July intakes give you flexibility to plan your studies.
International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during term time.
| University | QS Rank | Intake | Annual Fee (Int'l) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian National University | #30 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 42,000–50,000/yr |
| University of Melbourne | #33 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 40,000–52,000/yr |
| University of Sydney | #40 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 38,000–50,000/yr |
| University of Queensland | #40 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 36,000–48,000/yr |
| Monash University | #42 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 34,000–46,000/yr |
| UNSW Sydney | #45 QS World | Feb / Jul | AUD 40,000–52,000/yr |
Tuition fees range from AUD 20,000 to AUD 50,000 per year depending on the university and course. Engineering and medicine tend to be higher.
You need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your university, then apply for the Student Visa (subclass 500) online through ImmiAccount.
Most universities require IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall. Some accept PTE Academic or TOEFL as alternatives.
Yes. After graduation you can apply for a Graduate Visa (485), then transition to skilled migration visas like subclass 189 or 190.
Yes — Australia Awards Scholarships, Destination Australia, and university-specific scholarships are available for Indian students.
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