Working while you an international student in Australia means that you get to expand your English language skills, as well as, experience Australian culture first hand, and it helps you to meet new people quickly. As an international student in Australia, you are able to work part-time, up to 40 hours every two weeks during… Continue reading Working part-time as international students in Australia.
Working while you an international student in Australia means that you get to expand your English language skills, as well as, experience Australian culture first hand, and it helps you to meet new people quickly. As an international student in Australia, you are able to work part-time, up to 40 hours every two weeks during… Continue reading Working as an International Student in Australia
UNIVERSITIES
Tuition fees for international students to study at an Australian university start from $AUS20,000 per year, with the average cost being over $30,000 per year.
The actual fee for a course is based on the number of units you need to complete to obtain the qualification. Australian degrees can be shorter than other countries, for example, Australian:
Bachelor degrees = 3 years full-time study
Professional or Honours degrees = 4 years full-time study
Masters degrees = 1.5-2 years full-time study
Some Australian universities have below-average tuition fees due to their location or ethos to provide education to international students.
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (VET)
Australia has an internationally renowned vocational education and training (VET) sector that offers lower-level qualifications, sometimes over shorter periods, and substantially less than a university degree. These courses also provide pathways into university degrees. VET courses can run for 6 to18 months, and course tuition fees range from $AUS4,000-$AUS20,000 per year.
HIGH SCHOOL
Australia also offers international High School students the opportunity to live and study in Australia through a High School Year Abroad program. Tuition fees range from $AUS4,000 to $AUS18,000.
Studying in another country can be very expensive. However, the Australian Government’s Tuition Protection Service (TPS) offers you the protection of your tuition fees. This means that if your education provider cannot fully deliver their course, then the TPS will support international students to:
• complete their studies with another Australian education provider, or
• obtain a refund for their unspent tuition fees
For more information, go to: https://tps.gov.au/StaticContent/Get/StudentInformation
There are many ways to financially support your studies in Australia through one of the Australian scholarship programs. Scholarships Australian Governments and private organisations, as well as CRICOS registered education and training organisations, who offer international student scholarships. Scholarships range from 10%-100% reduction in tuition fees and may include stipends or allowances to help with… Continue reading What are the financial support and scholarships available in Australia for International students?
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