World-class education at top-ranked universities. Work part-time during studies, get post-study work rights, and pathway to permanent residence.
Australia offers world-class education with excellent career opportunities.
7 universities in world top 100. Globally recognized degrees.
Work 48 hours per fortnight. Full-time during breaks.
485 visa: 2 to 3 years work after graduation, or 2 to 4 years for Indian nationals under AI-ECTA.
Direct pathway to permanent residence.
Various scholarships to reduce costs.
Large support network in all cities.
Access to Australian healthcare.
Safe cities, great weather, multicultural.
Complete checklist for Student Visa Subclass 500.
Top courses chosen by 1.2 Lakh+ Indian students.
High demand profession with excellent salary. 22 Australian universities in QS top 200 for Nursing.
Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, AI/ML. Growing demand globally.
CPA/CA pathway available. Strong career prospects with major accounting firms.
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering. Engineers Australia accredited.
Global recognition, networking opportunities. Leadership roles in multinationals.
Direct PR pathway. High demand in regional areas. Make a real difference.
World-ranked universities with strong Indian support.
Melbourne, VIC
Sydney, NSW
Sydney, NSW
Canberra, ACT
Melbourne, VIC
Brisbane, QLD
Perth, WA - Regional
Adelaide, SA - Regional
Melbourne/Geelong
Melbourne, VIC
Sydney, NSW
Perth, WA
Understand the investment for your education.
These ranges are indicative planning estimates, not official figures. Confirm course fees with your education provider. Visa funds requirements are in the Requirements section.
Your journey to studying in Australia.
Research courses, compare universities, check entry requirements and PR pathway potential.
Take IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT. Visa minimum is IELTS 6.0 overall (PTE 47, TOEFL iBT 67), lower with packaged ELICOS. Universities often ask for more.
Submit application with documents. Accept offer and pay deposit to receive CoE.
Show funds for 12 months of tuition, living costs of AUD 29,710 and travel. Get an education loan if needed.
Lodge online from outside Australia (unless an onshore exemption applies) with CoE, financials, English scores, OSHC, and GS answers. Visa charge AUD 2,500 from 1 July 2026.
Complete health examination at approved clinic. Check the Home Affairs processing time guide for current timeframes.
Receive visa grant. Book flights, arrange accommodation. Begin your Australian journey!
How studying leads to permanent residence.
Graduate from Australian institution - Apply for 485 Post-Study Work Visa - Gain work experience - Apply for PR through skilled migration
Minimum 2 years study in Australia.
Post-study work visa: 2 to 3 years (2 to 4 for Indian nationals under AI-ECTA).
Work in your skilled occupation.
189/190/491 visa pathways.
Reduce your study costs with these opportunities.
Australian Government funded scholarships for developing countries.
Merit-based scholarships offered by Australian universities.
Government program for study in regional Australia.
For Masters by Research and PhD students.
Rules for partners and children from 2 October 2026.
Most Student visa applicants can no longer include a partner or dependent children under 18, unless they meet an exemption. This also applies to further Student visa applications. Family members cannot apply later as subsequent entrants in any circumstance. Applications lodged before 2 October 2026 are assessed under the earlier rules.
For parents accompanying minor students.
The Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590) allows a parent or legal custodian to stay in Australia as a guardian for a student visa holder who is under 18 years old.
Answers to frequently asked questions.
Subclass 500 is Australia's student visa for international students enrolled in full-time registered courses including vocational education, undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs.
You must show enough money for travel, 12 months of course fees and 12 months of living costs: AUD 29,710 for the student. Where an exemption allows family, add AUD 10,394 for a partner, AUD 4,449 for each child and at least AUD 13,502 per year in schooling costs for each school-age child.
Yes, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during academic sessions and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks. Your enrollment must remain full-time.
The visa asks for an overall score only. For tests taken on or after 7 August 2025 the minimum is IELTS 6.0, PTE Academic 47, TOEFL iBT 67, C1 Advanced 161, CELPIP 7, LANGUAGECERT Academic 61, MET 53 or OET 1210, with lower scores if your course is packaged with 10 or 20 weeks of ELICOS. Your university or college may require a higher score.
Since March 2024, the Genuine Student requirement has replaced the former Genuine Temporary Entrant test. You must answer targeted questions (150 words each) demonstrating genuine intention to study, including why this course and your current circumstances. PR intentions are now allowed.
For most applicants, no. From 2 October 2026 you cannot include a partner or children unless you meet an exemption: PhD students, DFAT or Defence sponsored students, foreign government scholarship recipients, eligible Pacific Island and ASEAN nationals, and limited cases for current Student visa holders. Family members cannot apply later as subsequent entrants in any circumstance.
While not directly, graduates can apply for Subclass 485 (Graduate Visa) for post-study work rights, then pursue skilled migration pathways like 189, 190, or employer sponsorship.
Overseas Student Health Cover is mandatory health insurance for student visa holders. You must maintain OSHC for your entire visa duration and include family members if applicable.
A Student visa can be granted for up to 6 years, in line with your enrolment. From 2 October 2026 most further Student visa applications must be lodged from outside Australia. You can apply in Australia only under an exemption, for example if you need up to 12 more months to finish your main course or are progressing to a course at a higher AQF level.
You must maintain enrollment conditions and satisfactory progress. Failure to do so can result in visa cancellation. Contact your institution immediately if facing difficulties.
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