WHAT DOES IT COST? Australia is an affordable and popular study destination. The cost of living is considerably less than in countries like the United Kingdom or the United States. Tuition fees are also much less expensive than in these two countries. In addition to this, international students can work while studying in Australia, which assists in supplementing income and /or defraying some of the expenses. As a general guide, accommodation, food, transport, clothes and expenses could cost somewhere between AU$10000 to AU$15000 a year, depending on your lifestyle. For example, a single person renting accommodation would need a minimum of AU$200 a week for general expenses and a married couple would need at least AU$330 a week. If accompanied by family members, you would need to adjust your budget accordingly. WORKING WHILE YOU STUDY If your student visa was granted after 26 April 2008, you and your dependant family members will automatically have received Permission to Work with your visa. If you have been granted Permission to Work, there are restrictions on the number of hours you can work. For more information visit the DIAC (Department of Immigration and Citizenship) website at www.immi.gov.au/students. ACCOMMODATION Melbourne’s reputation as ‘the world’s most livable city’ means that it offers a high standard of accommodation to suit a range of budgets and needs. PSC will gladly assist students to find suitable accommodation. The college is located in an area which offers an enormous range of apartment style living – much of which is rental accommodation. While we cannot enter into agreements with real estate agents or householders on your behalf, we can certainly help you to sort out your options and get established. You can access our Accommodation Guide here. Following is a general guide to accommodation costs: • Temporary Accommodation – AU$100 to AU$200/night • Homestay – AU$190 to AU$250/week • Hostels and guest houses – AU$140 to AU$200/week • Share Accommodation – AU$100 to AU$200/week • Rental Accommodation – AU$180 to AU$300/week More about Melbourne Opening a bank account

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