Australia is on the rise, it is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. This can be traced to the fact of how much of this rise in the economy is contributed by foreigners. The recent immigration friendliness of Australia has attracted brilliant minds to its borders for work and study purposes and its high standard of living made many of whom stay in the country permanently. This accumulated in a larger and more efficient labor force and hence an even faster-growing economy.
The great thing about all this is that they don’t plan on putting the gear down anytime soon. Australia is planning on inviting hundreds of thousands of immigrants to its borders, especially those who want to study in its prestigious organizations.
Australian universities and colleges have been in constant demand for over 2 decades. They offer over 20000 courses in its 1100 facilities. The best of whom we have collected for you to make sure you go to the university/college you are best fit for. No matter what stream you were in your high school or 11-12th standard or +2, the wide variety of undergraduate, post-graduate, pathway programs, and diplomas in Australian higher education institutions provide are mind-boggling.
Here we will talk about the best universities and the best programs/courses they provide to immigrant students for different streams they chose in their higher education. We will also see if they offer pathway programs for academics and English for those who do not qualify directly for major undergraduate courses and programs.
| S. no | University Name | Location | Top Courses |
| 1 | University of Melbourne | Melbourne, Victoria | Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Fine Arts Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Biomedicine Bachelor of Oral Health |
| 2 | Curtin University | Perth, Western Australia | Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science) Bachelor of Applied Science (Architectural Science/Construction Management/Interior Architecture) Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Construction Engineering) (Honours)/Bachelor of Science (Mining) Bachelor of Science (Applied Geology) Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning |
| 3 | University of the New South Wales | Sydney, New South Wales | Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts/Arts Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Information Systems Bachelor of International Studies Bachelor of Media (Public Relations & Advertising) Bachelor of Food Science (Honours) Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Psychological Science Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering with Architecture) (Honours) Bachelor of Economics/Computer Science Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Bachelor of Information Systems Bachelor of Data Science and Decisions |
| 4 | University of Queensland | Brisbane, Queensland | Bachelor of Arts Major in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
Bachelor of Arts Major in Ancient Greek Bachelor of Arts Major in Ancient History Bachelor of Commerce Major in Accounting Bachelor of Commerce Major in Business Analytics Bachelor of Commerce Major in Finance/HR/Marketing Bachelor of Science Major in Marine Biology Bachelor of Science Major in Food Technology Bachelors of Science/Arts – Engineering and IT Bachelors (Hons) and Masters combined courses Bachelor of Science Major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Bachelor of Science Major in Microbiology (/and different chemistry and biological fields) Bachelor of Science Major in Food Technology Bachelor of Science Major in Physics Bachelor of Science Major in Statistics Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology |
| 5 | Monash University | Melbourne, Victoria | Bachelor of Fine Art
Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics (Double Degree) Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Banking and Finance Bachelor of Marketing Bachelor of Finance Bachelor of Architectural Design Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Information Technology |
| 6 | University of the Western Australia | Perth, Western Australia | Bachelor of Arts- Archaeology
Bachelor of Arts – Asian Studies Bachelor of Arts – English and Literary Studies Bachelor of Arts – Classics and Ancient History Bachelor of Arts – Philosophy Bachelor of Human Sciences Bachelor of Arts – Work and Employment Relations Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting Bachelor of Commerce – Business Analytics Bachelor of Commerce – Finance/HR/Marketing/Management Bachelor of Arts – Human Geography and Planning Bachelor of Science – Anatomy and Human Biology/Botany/Biochemistry and Molecular Biology/Chemistry/Environmental management/Conservation Biology/etc Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) – Architecture Bachelor of Environmental Design – Architecture (Extended Major) |
| 7 | University of Adelaide | Adelaide, South Australia | Bachelor of Arts
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Finance and Banking Bachelor of Economics with Bachelor of Finance and Banking Bachelor of Enterpreneurship and Innovation Bachelor of Dental Surgery Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Medical Studies Bachelor of Applied Data Analytics Bachelor of Biotechnology Bachelor of Nursing |
| 8 | Flinders University | Adelaide, South Australia | Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama)
Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Creative Industries (Digital Media) Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Banking and Finance Bachelor of Business (International Business/HR/Management/Marketing/Sports management) Bachelor of Accounting Bachelor of Nursing (Preregistration) Bachelor of Health Sciences Bachelor of Health Sciences (Digital Health/Physiology/Neuroscience/Psychology/Therapy) |
| 9 | Deakin University | Melbourne and Geelong | Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of International Studies Bachelor of Film, Television, and Animation (Honours) Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology) Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) Bachelor of International Studies / Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Business Analytics Bachelor of Design (Architecture) Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence Bachelor of Information Technology Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Criminology / Bachelor of Cyber Security |
| 10 | Macquarie University | Sydney, New South Wales | Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Media and Communications Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Social Science Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Bachelor of Applied Finance Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Actuarial Studies Bachelor of Business Analytics Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of Archaeology Bachelor of Planning Bachelor of Information Technology Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Game Design and Development |
Which English language tests are accepted by Australian institutions?
Australian educational institutions are one of the most in demand in the world. Students from Southeast Asia, Indian Peninsula, Japan, and the Oceania region are immigrating to Australia for their quality education.
Australia is an English-speaking nation and hence its universities require proof of english language proficiency from those whose first language is not English. But worry not as the criteria for the proof is very mild and easy to accomplish. Immigrant students have multiple options to choose from in the form of English Language Proficiency Tests. The tests and their minimum requirements are listed below.
- IELTS
International English Language Testing System is one of the most widely accepted English Language tests in the world. The test centers are available all around the globe and are conducted by British Council, IDP Education, and Cambridge English Assessment. The test is about 2 hours and 45-55 minutes long and is divided into 4 sections, namely, listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
The minimum requirement to get admission into an Australian institution is 6.0 bands overall with no less than 5.5 bands in any of the sections separately.
- PTE Academics
Pearson Test of English is a relatively new test that is regulated by the Pearson PLC group and is widely accepted in Australia. It has 3 sections namely, speaking and writing, reading, and listening, and is 2 hours and 15 minutes long. It is the recommended test for Australian Institutions as it is very widely known and accessible.
The minimum score required to get admission into an Australian institution is a minimum of 50 in
each section.
- TOEFL
The test of English as a Foreign Language is the oldest of all the english language proficiency tests. It is not as widely accepted as IELTS but is equal in terms of difficulty. The test is conducted by Education Testing Service. TOEFL iBT is around 3-3.5 hours long and is divided into 4 sections, namely, listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
The minimum requirement to get admission into an Australian institution is 46 but 12 in listening, 13 in reading, 21 in writing, and 18 in speaking are preferred.
There are multiple options when it comes to english tests, it’s up to the person appearing for them. PTE is recommended for people wanting Australian or New Zealand institutions. But IELTS is equally accepted.
Can students work during their studies in Australia?
Yes, if you won a student visa (subclass 500), you are eligible for working 40 hours every two weeks on-campus or off-campus. Australia is known for having one of the highest wage rate systems as well. But there are a few restrictions
- The course you are enrolled in must be at least 2 years long
- You can only work 40 hours every two weeks but are eligible to work unlimited hours during the holiday breaks.
- You can only start working once your study program at the university/college starts.
What are the accommodation options available in Australia?
Whether you immigrate to a metropolitan city or a town or even the countryside, you won’t phase an accommodation problem in Australia. Immigrants will have multiple options to choose from and decide according to their budget and needs.
- Student Share Room
It is a shared room taken up by generally 2 or 3 students. It is a great option for those who have some budget restrictions as the rent gets split every week. The room has basic amenities like a washing machine, dryer, cleaner, TV, microwave, etc. You need to look for the internet and other luxuries yourself only, which in turn will also get split between the roommates.
The average rent per week is 140-190AUD per person.
- Homestay
Homestay or PG (Paid Guest) as widely known in India, is another great option for people who are looking for accommodations with meals or cooking included. It is a costly option as compared to the shared room but includes every amenity that a shared room provided.
It will cost an average of 260AUD per week per person.
2. Hostels
It is a great place for people who have just arrived in Australia and are looking for accommodation. People also consider it for the medium term till they start doing a job or get financially stable.
A hostel room rent per week is 195-260AUD per person
3. Student Apartments
These can be university-provided accommodations near the campus area designed for housing multiple students (hundreds). The rent varies from place to place. It is a relatively safe place and provides a lot of freedom to the students.
- On-Campus housing
Many students can opt for university/college-provided housing in the campus areas. It is the safest option and has relatively less freedom than an off-campus apartment. There can be restrictions on the entry and exit timings due to it being on campus. The rent is different for different institutions.
2. Hotel/BnB
These are great options for a short-term stay for those who just arrived in Australia and are looking for accommodation options for the long term in and around the city. People often use this method when coming to Australia. The rent/cost depends on the hotel/BnB you book.
3, Renting a room in a share house
A sharehouse is a house with multiple rooms, which provides a great advantage to those who are looking for sharing rent with a room/housemate. People often share rooms within the sharehouse to make it even cheaper for them. It helps in cutting costs a lot.
4. Renting a house to share with other flatmates
This is a rather expensive yet very free and private way to live. You can rent a house and then look for people to share rent with. You can find people on the internet through apps or people in your university or job.
There are multiple ways through which you can live in Australia. It insanely depends on the financial freedom and budget restrictions you have. If you wish to know more about the accommodation costs, please check out our website or give us a message on our Instagram.