Study in Australia

After your admission has been finalized to an Australian university, it is necessary to apply for a student visa. For students in and out of Australia, the student visa fee is AUD 650. 

In order to get your student visa for Australia approved, there are a few requirements that you should comply with. These requirements are an offer letter from the university, English proficiency tests - IELTS and GRE, standardized tests - GMAT, and SAT, Genuine Temporary Entrant, give proof of financial stability, and undergo a police background check. 

Yes, as compared to other countries, students can get an Australian student visa easily. All you have to do is comply with a few requirements and apply for the visa. 

There is a minimum amount of bank balance that you must present at the time of your visa process. You should have at least AUD 21,041 in your bank account to get an Australian student visa.  

Australia, an English-speaking nation, requires you to prove English proficiency. Many universities and colleges in the country need you to submit your IELTS score along with your application. Therefore, yes, your IELTS score affects your student visa. 

Yes, Australia does reject student visas. As of May 2023, the rejection rate is 24.3%. This number is due to the poor quality of applications; thus, students should be cautious and thoroughly prepared.  

The grant rate for student visa applications (for those from outside Australia) was 76.5% from 01/10/22 to 31/12/22. The Australian government granted 52,159 new Indian students in 2022-23 (till December 31, 2022) compared to only 17,456 student visas in 2021-22, signifying a whopping change of 198.8%.

To get a scholarship to study in Australia, ensure you have an excellent academic history, score well on standardized tests, research well, and fulfill the eligibility criteria for the particular scholarship. 

Yes, you can get a fully funded scholarship in Australia. Scholarships in Australia are given based on merit, need, and course-specific. 

If you apply for a merit-based scholarship, you must have at least 75% in your previous academic level to get a scholarship in Australia. 

Yes, an IELTS score of more than 6 or 7 can help increase your chances of getting a scholarship in Canada. 

The average tuition fee for a bachelor’s program in Australia ranges from AUD 23,200 to AUD 43,680, and for a master’s degree, AUD 26,600 to AUD 76,584. 

The average cost of living in Australia is approximately AUD 1,639 for an individual. 

As compared to other countries, Australia is relatively more affordable. The average cost of living in the country is between 1400 - 2500 AUD per month. 

The most affordable courses in Australia are: 

• Diploma of Leadership and Management 
• Diploma of Information Technology 
• Psychology 
• Architecture 

To get admission to an Australian university, you must research thoroughly. Choose your university and course, check the eligibility requirements, and maintain a good academic record. Moreover, score well in standardized tests like GMAT and SAT and English proficiency tests like IELTS and TOEFL. 

You must fulfill certain requirements to get admission to a good Australian university. One of these requirements is to get a good percentage. To pursue a bachelor's degree, you must have a minimum of 65% in your high school.

To study in Australia, you need to take a few exams. These include: 

• English proficiency tests like IELTS and TOEFL 
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)
• Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

To study in most Australian universities, you must have a minimum of 6.5 bands in IELTS. However, certain universities also accept IELTS scores of 5.5 and 6. 

In a year, there are two main intakes in Australia. These are February and July intakes. February intake is the most prominent one for most universities. 

In Australia, the February intake is considered the best and most popular. It has a wide range of programs and universities. 

The November or October intake is not a sought-after intake, mainly because limited universities open their intakes at this time. 

The most in-demand jobs in Australia are: 

• Industrial Engineer 
• Customer Service Representative 
• Registered Nurse 
• Policy Analyst 
• Physiotherapist 
• Advertising Manager 

There are numerous job opportunities in Australia. Some of the best jobs include: 

• Construction Managers 
• Civil Engineering Professionals 
• Registered Nurses 
• Software and Applications Programmers 

The fields with the highest-paying salaries in Australia are: 

• Legal (Equity Partner): up to AUD 850,000
• Accounts and Financing (Head of Treasury): up to AUD 410,000
• Construction (Construction Manager): up to AUD 320,000
• Technology (CIO and CTO): up to AUD 306,000

Sydney is the highest-paying city in Australia (with an average annual salary of AUD 108,000) per Salary Explorer 2023, followed by Melbourne, Brisbane, and Adelaide.