There are 43 universities in Australia for master’s study.
As per QS World University Rankings 2018, 5 Australian universities figure in the top 50 list – The Australian National University(Rank 20),The University of Melbourne (Rank 41), The University of New South Wales (Rank 45), The University of Queensland (Rank 47), The University of Sydney (Rank 50) and a total of 7 universities is in the top 100 list
Top Universities/Colleges
The University of Sydney
The University of Melbourne
The University of New South Wales
The University of Queensland
University of Technology, Sydney
Monash University
Australian National University
RMIT University
Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Powerful Reasons to Study in Australia
Top Quality Education
Affordable Education
Immigrant Friendly Destination
Strong Employment Prospects
Strong in research
Affordable Tuition and Living Costs
Attractive Post-Study Work Options
Extensive Job Opportunities
Go8 universities
High Standard of Living
Permanent Residency Opportunities
Internships, part-time roles, etc.
Popular Fields of Master’s Study
Engineering & Technology
Accounting & Finance
Management
Education
Computer Science
Program Duration & Cost of Education
Duration
Cost of Education per annum (Tuition Plus Living)
Usually between 1-2 years
Average tuition costs: AUD 20,000-37,000 per annum Living Costs: AUD 20,000 per annum
Eligibility Criteria for Master’s Programs
Strong Academic Credentials
Standardized Test Scores
Other Aspects of Profile
An undergraduate degree (3 or 4 years) from a recognized & accredited institution
GRE is not mandatory for most programs at most universities IELTS is required
Typically, the academic year for most Australian university programs begins in March; however, this may vary depending on the program. The academic year is generally divided into two semesters, and sometimes into three semesters (trimesters).
Most universities have July and January intakes. Depending on the program, there may also be a September or October intake.
Student Visa Terms and Provisions
A student visa is called a Subclass 500 and can be applied for online. You should apply at least 12 weeks before the commencement of your program. The visa is valid for the duration of the program and an additional two to three months.
Along with scanned documents of education and work experience, and their certified copies, you also need to submit an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment for each course application.
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) – This assessment is an integrity measure which confirms the applicant’s intention to stay in Australia only temporarily. For the GTE, a written statement should be submitted addressing factors like:
Work Permits
Part-Time Work Permit
As an international student, you can apply for a work permit at the Australian Tax Office by submitting your Student Visa
The permit is valid for the same duration as a student visa; the part-time work permit allows students to work 20 hours per week; one cannot work more than 40 hours in two weeks; you can work as much as you want during vacations
Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
This is applicable for students if they wish to work in Australia after graduating with a master’s degree
Graduates of coursework master’s programs receive a two-year visa and research master’s graduates receive a three-year visa.
This visa permits a maximum of 37 hours per week of work.
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