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Study destination · Oceania

Studying in Australia

Australia is one of the largest English-speaking study destinations, with research universities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. The academic year usually starts in February, with a second intake in July.

View its 20 universities Attaché and embassy

Australia

Canberra

Universities
20
Tracks
4
Living costs
High

Australia at a glance

Capital
Canberra
Population
27.2 million
Official languages
English
Language of study
English
Currency
Australian dollar (AUD)
Time difference
5 to 8 hours ahead of Saudi Arabia
Climate
Varied: tropical in the north, temperate in the south; seasons are reversed

Cost of living

High
More affordableMore expensive

Sydney and Melbourne cost the most; smaller cities such as Adelaide and Perth cost less.

Monthly stipend

Student
5,606.25 SAR
a month
Companion
5,606.25 SAR
a month
Each child
812.50 SAR
a month

Set by the ministry; check the latest official table before relying on it. Source

English language

Typical IELTS and TOEFL iBT scores by degree; each university and major sets its own.

Foundation

IELTS
5.0–5.5
TOEFL iBT
60–70

Bachelor

IELTS
6.0–6.5
TOEFL iBT
79–90

Master

IELTS
6.5–7.0
TOEFL iBT
80–100

PhD

IELTS
6.5–7.0
TOEFL iBT
90–100
Accepted tests: IELTS Academic TOEFL iBT PTE Academic
Some universities may accept: Duolingo English Test Cambridge C1 Advanced Not confirmed: check with the university before taking one of these.

Many universities offer English courses (ELICOS) or a foundation year for students below the required score.

Working while studying

A student visa allows up to 48 hours of work per fortnight during study, and unlimited hours in scheduled breaks.

For guidance only: confirm with the university, the attaché and the official rules.

Program tracks that include it

Ministry of Education

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Scholarship Program

  • Emdad Track 13 universities
    Degrees:
    Bachelor's degree, Master's degree
    Fields:
    Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries And Veterinary, Arts And Humanities, Business, Administration and Law, Engineering, manufacturing and construction, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, and 2 more
  • Research and Development Track 15 universities
    Degrees:
    Doctorate
    Fields:
    Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries And Veterinary, Engineering, manufacturing and construction, Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, Social sciences, journalism and information

Ministry of Culture

Cultural Scholarship

  • Pre-Admitted Students Track 11 universities
    Degrees:
    Diploma, Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, Doctorate
    Fields:
    Architecture, Creative Writing, Design, Fashion Design, Film Industry, Food Science And Technology, and 7 more
  • Self-Funded Students Track 11 universities
    Degrees:
    Diploma, Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, Doctorate
    Fields:
    Architecture, Creative Writing, Design, Fashion Design, Film Industry, Food Science And Technology, and 7 more

Universities in Australia

20 universities in the approved lists; here are some of them.

View all 20 universities