Study abroad fever has been unabated, especially after the overall ranking of Australia’s eight universities rose, so students chose Australia more. With me to see how much it costs to study in Australia’s eight universities a year.
Tuition Fees in Australia
Australian National University
Founded in 1946 and located in Canberra. Australia’s capital city, the Australian National University, is Australia’s first research university. At the same time, it is the only university founded by the Australian Federal Parliament to enjoy the status of a national university.
There are some differences in tuition fees for the same majors in the 2023 academic year: about AUD 47,000 (equivalent to RMB 220,000) for arts and business majors and AUD 50,000 (equivalent to RMB 240,000) for science majors.
The University of Melbourne
Founded in 1853 and located in Melbourne. The University of Melbourne is a public research university and the only Australian university ranked in the top 30 globally in all disciplines.
The University of Melbourne’s tuition fees are AUD 47,000-60,000/year for business majors. AUD 37,000-40,000/year for Arts majors. Science majors are around AUD 51,000/year. On average, a year’s tuition fee at the University of Melbourne costs about 200,000-250,000 RMB.
University of Sydney
Founded in 1850, the University of Sydney is a public research university in Sydney. It has been hailed as “one of the world’s most beautiful university campuses” and “Australia’s No. 1 university” by the media.
The tuition fee for each major at the University of Sydney is as follows: 40,000-54,000 AUD/year for business majors. AUD 40,000-45,000 per year for Arts majors. Science majors are around AUD 50,000/year. On average, a year’s tuition fee at the University of Sydney costs about RMB 200,000-250,000 yuan.
University of New South Wales
Founded in 1949. The University of New South Wales was formerly known as the New South Wales Institute of Technology and was renamed the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in 1958. The main campus is in Sydney, New South Wales’s capital city. It is a member of the Australian Eight-University Consortium, a world-renowned research university in Australia, and is famous for engineering.
The tuition fee for each UNSW major is about AUD 50,000/year for business majors. AUD 33,000-40,000/year for Arts majors. Science majors are around AUD 20,000/year. On average, the tuition fee for one year at the University of New South Wales is about RMB 91,000-230,000 per year.
The University of Queensland
Founded in 1909, The University of Queensland is in Brisbane, Australia. It is the first comprehensive university, one of the world’s top 50 universities, world-renowned institutions, and one of the most famous institutions of higher research.
The tuition fee for business majors at The University of Queensland is AUD 41,000-45,000/year. AUD 32-39,000/year for Arts majors. AUD 42-48,000/year for science majors. On average, a year’s tuition fee at the University of Queensland costs about RMB 146,000-220,000 yuan.
Monash University
Monash University, founded in 1958 and located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, is one of Australia’s “Group of Eight” Ivy League universities and a famous intensive research university.
The tuition fees of Monash University are as follows: AUD 42,000-50,000/year for business majors. 32-38,000AUD/year for Arts majors. Science majors 46,000-47,000 AUD/year. On average, a year’s tuition fee at Monash University costs about RMB 146,000-230,000 yuan.
The University of Western Australia
Founded in 1911 and located in Perth. The capital of Western Australia, The University of Western Australia, is one of the most famous top research universities in Australia and also one of the six sandstone institutions in Australia. That is to say, the core member of Australia’s university alliance and the World Federation of Universities.
The tuition fee for business majors at The University of Western Australia is AUD 42,000-44,000/year. AUD 32,000-40,000/year for Arts majors. AUD 42-46,000/year for science majors. On average, a year’s tuition fee at the University of Western Australia costs about RMB 146,000-210,000 annually.
University of Adelaide
Founded in 1874, the University of Adelaide is located in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, and is the third oldest university in Australia’s history. It is a comprehensive institution of higher education, one of the Sandstone Institutions, and a member of the 21st Century Academic Alliance, the Australian Eight Schools Alliance, and the Commonwealth Universities Association.
The tuition fee for each major at the University of Adelaide is AUD 40-49,000/year for business majors. AUD 33,000-40,000/year for Arts majors. AUD 42,000-45,000 per year for science majors. On average, a year’s tuition fee at the University of Adelaide costs about RMB 15-224,000 annually.
Living Costs in Australia
Although the cost of living in Australia varies from person to person, some slight distinctions depend on the city where you study. That is to say, Sydney is the largest city in Australia. So prices and consumption levels are the highest among all cities, reaching about 150,000 RMB a year.
Melbourne is the mecca for studying in Australia, reaching about 130,000 RMB a year. On the contrary, the cost of living in Canberra, the capital of Australia, is lower in comparison, reaching nearly 100,000 RMB a year.
Suppose some students feel that the above cities are relatively high. They can look at Adelaide and Perth, the capitals of South Australia and Western Australia, where prices are friendlier, at about 95,000 RMB a year.
In summary, to study in Australia, a year of tuition and living expenses will require about 320,000 yuan. In addition to some shopping, social and other recreational spending, Australian study costs a year to prepare 400,000 is more reasonable. If you want to apply for a major in Australia in a 1.5 or two-year system, studying in Australia Sydney will cost 600,000-800,000 yuan. Students can refer to their family conditions to choose from.
FAQ
Australia’s elite eight schools are renowned for their academic excellence, holistic development approach, and exceptional facilities. These include The King’s School, Sydney Grammar School, Melbourne Grammar School, Wesley College, Geelong Grammar School, Scotch College, St Peter’s College, and Prince Alfred College. Tuition fees vary from school to school, with an estimated range of $20,000 to $40,000 per annum.
Yes, additional costs can include uniforms, textbooks, extracurricular activities, excursions, and boarding fees (if applicable). It’s recommended to discuss these costs directly with the schools for more accurate information.
Many of these prestigious schools offer scholarships and bursaries based on academic merit, sporting achievements, or financial need. It’s advisable to enquire directly with the school for specific details.
Typically, international students may have to pay higher tuition fees than local students. This can vary significantly between schools, so it’s advisable to check with each school individually.
The eight schools, being among Australia’s most prestigious, often have higher tuition fees compared to other schools. This reflects their commitment to providing top-tier education, state-of-the-art facilities, and various extracurricular activities.
