Australia

Australia is a leading destination for Indian students pursuing non-medical courses due to high-quality universities, post-study work rights, and a vibrant multicultural society.

Why Study Non-Medical Courses in Australia

• Tuition: ₹12–22L/year
• 20-hour part-time work allowed during study
• 2–4 years Post-Study Work Visa after graduation
• High global rankings (Top 50 universities)
• English-speaking country
• PR (Permanent Residency) pathways available
• Warm weather, cultural diversity, Indian communities

Non-Medical Courses Offered

UG:

• BCom (Commerce, Finance, Marketing)
• BEng (Civil, Mechanical, IT, Aerospace)
• BSc (Environmental Science, Physics, Computer Science)
• BA (Psychology, Sociology, Media Studies)
• BDes (Fashion, Architecture, Graphic Design)

PG:

• MBA
• MSc (Cybersecurity, Data Science, Biotechnology)
• LLM (Law specializations)
• Master of Public Policy
• PG Diplomas (Business Analytics, Project Management)

Course Duration

Medium of Teaching

• Full English-medium education

Intake & Deadlines

• Main Intakes: February, July
• Minor Intake: November (few courses)
• Apply: 8–12 months in advance\

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 (minimum 60%) for UG programs
• Bachelor’s degree (60%) for PG courses
• IELTS: 6.0–7.5 (or TOEFL/PTE equivalent)
• SOPs, LORs mandatory
• Portfolio (for architecture/design courses)

Documents Required

• 10th, 12th marksheets
• Bachelor’s degree certificate (for PG)
• IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score
• Passport
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
• Resume (for PG courses)
• Financial documents

Top Universities

Admission Procedure

• Shortlist courses and universities
• Apply online (through university website or agent)
• Upload documents and pay application fee (~₹5K–₹10K)
• Receive conditional/unconditional offer
• Pay tuition deposit
• Apply for Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500)
• Book flight and fly to Australia

Recognition

• Degrees accredited by TEQSA (Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency)
• Global acceptance for higher studies and jobs
• Australian universities ranked consistently in QS, THE, ARWU rankings

Fee Structure (Annual)

Living Cost: ₹10K–₹15K/month (depending on city)

Key Considerations

• Apply to CRICOS-registered universities
• Look for courses with Post-Study Work Visa eligibility
• Explore regional university benefits (extra PR points)
• Compare scholarships and internships

Visa Requirements

• Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE)
• Valid passport
• Proof of financial capacity
• English proficiency proof
• Health insurance (OSHC mandatory)
• Medical examination reports

Scholarships

• Australia Awards Scholarships
• University-specific merit scholarships
• Indian Global Leaders Scholarship (UQ)
• Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships
• Early bird and academic excellence discounts

Education Loans

• SBI, Axis Bank, HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank provide up to ₹30L+
• Collateral and non-collateral loan options
• 6-month moratorium period (for repayment after course completion)

Safety

• Very safe for international students
• 24/7 campus security
• International student support centers
• Friendly and multicultural cities like Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth

Career Opportunities

• Stay back for 2–4 years after graduation
• Job openings in IT, finance, engineering, education, healthcare
• PR pathways via Skilled Migration programs
• Starting salaries: ₹35–60L/year depending on industry

Australia vs India for Non-Medical Courses