05 / Make the numbers work
A good plan includes the everyday.
Separate tuition from OSHC, visa charges, flights and monthly living costs. Price housing around the actual campus and check the duration of a packaged pathway. Leave a reserve for a rental bond and the gap between arrival and your first term.
Published living-cost guidanceAUD 2,400-3,500/month
Funding & scholarships
Search provider awards through Study Australia and check the exact course and campus. Compare the fee left after the award, not just its percentage. Ask whether a packaged pathway is included and what academic results are needed to retain the award.