Australia

General Admission Criteria

• Universities accept both 15 years and 16 years of education
• Ideally the percentage must be a min of 60% and above. However, the exception is some universities accept 55% and above and backlogs (unsuccessful attempts/fails) to the tune to 10 to 15 (university and program specific this is)
• Language proficiency: The most common tests are IELTS and PTE
• SOP is a must for all the universities at the time of admission
• Evidence of employment, internship credentials, vendor certifications and cv, if you have to be submitted at the time to application to university

Cost of living

The cost of living for international students in Australia is much cheaper as compared to other major countries. On an average, an international student in Australia spends about AUD $20390 per year or $1700 per month including accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, telephone, and incidental cost.

International students in Australia are allowed to work part-time. This helps them in offsetting their living costs as well as gain good work experience.

The approximate costs of aspects associated with studying and living in Australia are given below:

• On campus accommodation – $90 to $280 per week
• Rentals – $165 to $440 per week
• Food and Groceries – $80 to $280 per week
• Public transport – $15 to $55 per week
• Phone and Internet – $20 to $55 per week

Work Opportunities

International students in Australia can have a part-time job while they are pursuing their course or degree. During the period of their study, students are allowed to work for up to 40 hours per fortnight and full time during their vacation. Part-time jobs are a great way for the students to cope up with their expenses and build a network with new people. A new post-study work visa has been introduced by the Government of Australia for international students who complete university degrees in Australia. The visas will enable international graduates to gain practical work experience in Australia after they graduate and enhance their overall international study experience. The most common industries to work in Australia are:

• Finance and Insurance Service
• Health Care and Social Assistance
• Education and Training
• Scientific/Technical Services.

Australians believe in maintaining a work-life balance. The people there are incredibly friendly and they offer great perks. Most of the jobs are 9 to 5, leaving you with enough time for yourself. And above all you also get some international work experience.