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Group of Eight elite
Melbourne, ANU, Sydney, UNSW, Monash, UQ, UWA, Adelaide — all in the QS Top 100, all research-intensive.
Study in Australia
🇦🇺 Study in Australia
student visa consultants.
Go8 research universities, 2–4 year Temporary Graduate visa, and a $75k+ post-study salary market.
Overview
Why study in Australia in 2026
Australia hosts 900,000+ international students across a Group of Eight research elite, world-leading TAFE colleges and a 2–4 year post-study work visa (Subclass 485). Skills-shortage occupations feed directly into the new Skills in Demand PR route — a proven study-to-settle pathway.
Deep-dive guides
Explore Study in Australia in detail
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Student Visa Guide
Category, documents, timeline, interview prep and refusal reasons.
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Top Universities
QS-ranked institutions, admission cutoffs, tuition and campus notes.
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Popular Courses
In-demand master's programs, ROI, and specialisations for Indians.
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Scholarships & Aid
Merit awards, assistantships, government schemes and how to apply.
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Cost of Study & Living
City-wise tuition + living costs, budgeting and money-saving tips.
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Post-Study Work Visa
OPT, PGWP, Graduate Route, Subclass 485 and PR pathway after graduation.
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6 reasons Indian students pick Australia
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485 post-study work
Bachelor's/master's degrees earn 2–3 years (up to 4 in regional areas) of unrestricted work rights via Subclass 485.
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Lifestyle & climate
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth consistently rank Top 20 world's most-liveable cities — beaches, sport, safety.
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40+ hrs work per fortnight
Students can work 48 hrs/fortnight during term and unlimited during breaks — earn AUD 25–35/hr at part-time roles.
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Fast PR pathway
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) → 186 Employer Nomination or 189 skilled independent — many Indian graduates PR within 3–5 years.
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OSHC health cover
Overseas Student Health Cover mandated & priced fairly — full hospital and GP access across Australia.
Top universities
Famous universities in Australia
We file admissions to every institution below and dozens more. Rankings shown are QS World University Rankings 2026 or category equivalents.
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
Australia's #1 overall
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW
Oldest & Go8 flagship
University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Sydney, NSW
Engineering & business
Australian National University (ANU)
Canberra, ACT
Policy, sciences, IR
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
Pharmacy, IT, business
University of Queensland (UQ)
Brisbane, QLD
Biotech & agriculture
University of Western Australia (UWA)
Perth, WA
Mining, marine, medicine
University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA
Wine, engineering — regional bonus
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
Design, tech, industry-connected
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Sydney, NSW
IT & business
Popular courses
Top programs Indian students choose
- → Master of IT / Data Science / AI
- → Master of Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Software, Electrical)
- → Master of Business Analytics / MBA
- → Master of Professional Accounting
- → Master of Nursing / Health Sciences
- → Master of Construction & Project Management
- → Hospitality & Culinary (TAFE / VET)
- → Trade qualifications (electrical, plumbing, automotive) — VET
Cost of study
2026 costs at a glance
Tuition
AUD 22,000 – 55,000 / year (₹12 L – ₹30 L). Medicine/dentistry AUD 65–85k.
Living
AUD 24,505 / year mandated financial capacity (2026); realistic AUD 22–30k depending on city.
Scholarships
Australia Awards, university merit scholarships (25–100% tuition), Go8 research scholarships for PhD/MSc.
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Intakes
February — primary intake; July — secondary; November — limited (mainly TAFEs)
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Work while studying
48 hours per fortnight during term (permanent from July 2023), unlimited during official study breaks. Full-time work permitted after course completion until visa expiry.
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Post-study work
Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate: 2 years (bachelor's), 3 years (master's coursework), 4 years (master's research), 5 years (PhD). Extra 1–2 years for regional graduates. Direct pathway to Skills in Demand (482) and PR (189/190/491/186).
Eligibility
Student visa requirements
- 1Class 12 with 65%+ (75%+ for Go8) for UG; bachelor's with 65%+ for master's
- 2IELTS 6.5 overall (no band < 6.0); PTE 58+ or TOEFL 79+ accepted
- 3Financial capacity of AUD 24,505 for living + 1 year tuition + AUD 2,500 travel
- 4Genuine Student (GS) statement replacing GTE from March 2024 — well-drafted answers critical
- 5OSHC (health insurance) for the full visa duration
- 6Statement of Purpose, academic transcripts, work experience letters
Our process
Pune to campus — 5 stages
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Free eligibility check
Academic profile, budget, occupation goal — Go8 vs mid-tier university vs TAFE decided together.
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Applications & CoE
Multiple university applications, offer letters, tuition deposit, Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) issued.
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Financials + OSHC
Loan/liquid funds documented to AUD 24,505 + tuition; OSHC purchased.
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GS statement + Subclass 500 filing
Genuine Student answers drafted, medical, ImmiAccount filing, biometrics.
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Grant + landing plan
Grant letter, flight, accommodation, TFN, bank account, on-arrival orientation.
2026 policy desk
Latest Australia student visa updates
Ministerial Direction 107 → 111 (2024–25)
Applications now prioritized by university risk-rating (Levels 1–3). Mark Consultant only files with universities in Levels 1 & 2 where approvals stay above 90%.
Financial capacity raised to AUD 24,505
From May 2024, the annual living-cost requirement was lifted from AUD 21,041 — reflecting real cost of living. Add tuition + AUD 2,500 travel for total funds proof.
Genuine Student (GS) test replaces GTE
New shorter, evidence-based GS statement from 23 March 2024 — Mark's advisors coach every applicant on the 6 core questions.
Post-study work returned to standard
The 2-extra-years COVID-era PSW is being wound back; standard 2–4 year 485 durations apply for 2026 intakes.
New Skills in Demand (SID) visa
Replaces 482 from Dec 2024 — 3-tier occupation lists, faster PR pathway for graduates in shortage occupations.
FAQs
Study in Australia — FAQs
Which is better — Go8 or mid-tier?
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For research/PR-priority students Go8 is worth the premium (higher risk-band advantage + strong 485 outcomes). For budget-conscious students, Level 1 mid-tier unis like Deakin, Griffith, UTS give equivalent PGWP with 30% lower tuition.
How much can I earn while studying?
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AUD 25–35/hr for retail/hospitality, up to AUD 45/hr for tutoring/IT internships. 48 hrs/fortnight = ~AUD 1,200/fortnight covers most rent + groceries.
Is Australia easier for PR than Canada?
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Different, not easier. Australia rewards specific skilled occupations (ANZSCO list) + PTE 79+ + 3–5 years work experience. Canada is more points-formula driven. Success depends on your field.
Will my spouse get a work visa?
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Yes — Subclass 500 dependants of master's/PhD students get unrestricted work rights. Bachelor's dependants get 48 hrs/fortnight.
What is the total cost for a 2-year master's?
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Go8 master's: AUD 90–110k tuition + AUD 55–65k living = ~₹85 L–1 Cr. Mid-tier: AUD 60–75k + living = ~₹60–75 L. Scholarships often cover 25–50%.
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