Study costs

In general, it is considerably cheaper for international students to study in Australia compared with many other destinations popular with international students, such as the UK or US. This coupled with the cheaper living costs makes Australia a very economic choice.

Secondary education

Vocational education

Technical and further education

Foundation studies

Higher education

Study abroad programs

MBA

Secondary education

Average tuition costs

• A$6000–A$13 000 per year

Find out more about secondary study

Vocational education and training (VET)

Average tuition costs

• A$5500–A$18 000 per year

Please note that course fees can vary widely and should always be researched with the relevant college or institute.

Find out more about vocational education and training courses

Technical and further education (TAFE)

Average tuition costs

• A$5500–A$18 000 per year

Please note that course fees can vary widely depending on the course and location chosen, and should always be sourced from the relevant TAFE college.

Find out more about technical education

Foundation studies

Average tuition costs

• A$9000–A$14 000 per year

Find out more about foundation courses

Higher education

Average tuition costs

  • Bachelor Degree: A$10 000–A$13 500 per year (based on arts, accounting, business and management, and at the higher range, on law courses)

  • Laboratory-based Bachelor Degree: A$11 000–A$16 500 per year (based on science and engineering courses)

  • Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma: A$9000–A$16 000 per year

  • Masters and Doctoral Degrees: A$11 000–A$18 500 per year

Find out more about higher education (university)

Study abroad programs

Average tuition costs

• Around A$6000 per semester

This figure is approximate as fees vary. You should discuss tuition costs with your academic advisor and prospective Australian university.

Find out more about study abroad programs

MBA

Average tuition costs

• A$18 000 to A$48 000 for international students

Fees range widely due to differing course lengths and provider requirements.

Find out more about MBA programs

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