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Find the right Australian university and what it will really cost.
Answer 7 quick questions. Get a ranked shortlist from all 10,830 CRICOS-registered courses at 39 universities, with total cost including living expenses, explained by ARIA, our AI advisor.
- Official government course data
- Updated monthly
- No agent commissions
- Official government course data
- No agent commissions
- Compare all university fees
How it works
From “where do I even start?” to a shortlist you can act on
1 · Tell us about you
Study area, level, background, English score, budget, city and intake. Seven taps.
2 · We rank every option
A transparent model scores every registered course on budget fit, location and course type, then ARIA explains the trade-offs in plain English.
3 · Share, save, act
Send the shortlist to family on WhatsApp, save it as a PDF, ask ARIA follow-up questions and get deadline reminders.
Free guide
Lowest median postgraduate tuition by university
Median annual tuition across each university’s CRICOS-registered postgraduate coursework programs. See all 39 universities →
| University | Main city | Median PG tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Cross University | Gold Coast | A$26,000 |
| University of the Sunshine Coast | Sunshine Coast | A$31,500 |
| University of Southern Queensland | Toowoomba | A$31,840 |
| Torrens University Australia | Sydney | A$32,276 |
| University of New England | Armidale | A$32,314 |
| Victoria University | Melbourne | A$33,800 |
| Federation University Australia | Ballarat | A$34,350 |
| Charles Sturt University | Sydney | A$35,000 |
Source: CRICOS register, September 2026. Medians hide big differences between courses, so use the course finder for your field.
Why trust these numbers
Built on the register universities must report to
Every course here comes from CRICOS, the Australian Government register of courses that institutions are approved to offer to student-visa holders. We don’t accept commissions, so the ranking is about fit, not who pays us. Fees are provider estimates; always confirm with the university before you apply.
Quick answers
How much money do I need for living costs?
For the Subclass 500 student visa, Home Affairs uses A$29,710 for 12 months of living costs (as at September 2026). Rent in Sydney and Melbourne usually pushes real costs higher; regional cities are cheaper. Always check the current figure.
Can I work while I study?
Generally up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods, and unlimited hours in scheduled course breaks. Conditions change, so confirm on the Home Affairs website.
What IELTS score do I need?
Most coursework programs ask for IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall; nursing, teaching and some health courses often need 7.0+. Requirements are set per course, so check the course page before applying.
Does UniPath give visa advice?
No. We provide general information only. For advice about your personal visa situation, speak to a registered migration agent (MARA) or visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.