Bachelor's degree after Class 12
University undergraduate programmes. Some students enter through a foundation or diploma first. Entry requirements and subject needs vary by institution.
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Build Your Future Through Learning in Australia.
Education, Discovery and Opportunity
Explore how studying in Australia can work for you: universities, vocational colleges, states and the rules that apply, with honest guidance for students and parents. Admission and visa decisions rest with institutions and the Australian Government.
Universities and vocational colleges
Research and innovation
Coastal and city life
Multicultural student community
Wildlife and open landscapes
Picture Australia
Harbours, beaches and wildlife
A glimpse of places students often read about. Swipe or scroll; it pauses when you hover or touch.
Why Australia
Three common pathways
Australia offers university and vocational study at different levels. The right route depends on your marks, goals, budget and the programme itself.
Vocational (VET) certificate or diploma
Practical, career-focused courses at TAFE and private colleges. Duration and how they connect to later study differ by provider.
Needs verificationPostgraduate study after a bachelor's
Master's by coursework or research, and graduate certificates or diplomas. Requirements often include academic background, language scores and sometimes work experience.
Check each institutionStudying in Australia does not guarantee a work visa, permanent residence or a job. These are separate decisions made under rules that can change.
States and territories
Where you study matters
Institutions, living conditions and local arrangements differ by state and territory. Always read each institution's and state authority's current information before shortlisting.
New South Wales
Sydney and other cities and regional towns, with a range of universities and colleges.
Verify on official siteVictoria
Melbourne and regional centres, home to many institutions and a busy student scene.
Verify on official siteQueensland
Brisbane, the Gold Coast and regional areas, with coastal lifestyle and several institutions.
Verify on official siteWestern Australia
Perth and surrounding regions, in a different time zone from the east coast.
Verify on official siteSouth Australia, ACT, Tasmania and Northern Territory
Smaller states and territories, each with their own institutions and conditions. Ask us to help you compare.
Verify on official siteChoosing with care
Compare programme content, CRICOS registration, location, living costs (needs verification) and support for international students, not only famous city names.
Sectors to research
Fields worth exploring
These are areas to research, not promises. Demand and pay vary by state and over time; check Job Outlook before deciding.
Technology
Outlook and pay: needs verification on official sources.
Healthcare
Outlook and pay: needs verification on official sources.
Engineering
Outlook and pay: needs verification on official sources.
Skilled trades
Outlook and pay: needs verification on official sources.
Hospitality and tourism
Outlook and pay: needs verification on official sources.
We do not quote demand figures, salaries or job outcomes here until they are checked against official sources.
Gallery
Moments from across Australia
Application plan
A step-by-step way to prepare
- Clarify your goalsLevel, subject, budget and timeline, discussed with your family.
- Shortlist CRICOS-registered coursesCheck that both the institution and the course are registered to enrol international students.
- Check entry requirementsAcademic criteria and accepted English tests. These differ by institution and course.
- Apply to the institutionFollow each institution's own process and deadlines.
- Review the offer carefullyRead conditions, fees (needs verification) and start dates before accepting.
- Student visa applicationAfter accepting, the institution issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) that is part of the visa application. The visa is decided by the Australian Government and is never guaranteed.
- Plan your arrivalHousing, travel, health cover and settling in. Confirm details with official sources.
Document checklist (to start preparing)
- Academic records and certificates
- English test result, if required by your course
- Statement of purpose or personal statement, if asked
- CV or résumé, if asked
- Recommendation letters, if asked
- Offer letter from the institution
- Identity, health and financial documents required for the visa: see the official checklist
Requirements change by institution and over time. Never send passport or financial documents through this website's enquiry form.
Study visa & work rules
Know the rules before you plan
Rules are set by the Australian Government and have changed in recent years. Treat this as an overview and confirm everything on the official sites.
CRICOS registration
International students generally need a course from a CRICOS-registered provider. Check both the institution and the specific course.
Verify on official siteStudent visa
A student visa application involves an enrolment confirmation, health cover, financial and other requirements and an assessment of whether you are a genuine student. Approval is never guaranteed.
Verify on official siteWork while studying
Student visas come with work-hour conditions that can change. Do not rely on income from work and check the current limits.
Rules changeAfter graduation
Post-study work visas exist for some graduates, but eligibility depends on the course, the institution and other conditions, and rules change. Studying does not guarantee a work visa, permanent residence or a job.
Needs verificationEnglish tests
Institutions and the visa process set their own accepted tests and scores. Check the specific course and the visa requirements.
Needs verificationOur role
We offer guidance and help you organise your application. We cannot guarantee admission, a visa, a job or permanent residence.
Official sources
Check it at the source
FAQs
Questions families ask
Does an admission offer guarantee a student visa?
No. The institution decides admission; the Australian Government separately decides on the visa.
Can I get permanent residence after studying?
Study does not guarantee a work visa, permanent residence or a job. Pathways, if any, depend on rules that change, so check official sources.
Can I work while I study?
Student visas have work conditions that can change. Confirm current limits on the Home Affairs site before planning around any income.
What are the costs?
Tuition, health cover and living costs vary widely by institution, course and city. We do not quote figures here; costs need verification with the institution and official sources.
What is CRICOS?
It is the official register of institutions and courses that can enrol international students. Check both your institution and course on the register.
Is a vocational course a good choice?
It can suit some goals, but how it connects to later study or work varies. Verify before choosing this route.
When should I start?
As early as you can, because deadlines and visa processing times vary and need verification.
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Information on this page is general guidance and may be out of date. Always confirm with official Australian Government and institution sources.