Cost of living

Estimated living expenses for an international student are approximately A$20,800 to A$26,000 a year. This covers food, accommodation, travel, entertainment and clothing

Suggested Weekly Budget
(Remember that figures are in Australian dollars and are accurate according to a 2015 report) 

The average international student in Australia spends about $400-$500 per week on:
-  Accommodation;
-  Food;
-  Clothing;
-  Entertainment;
-  Transport;
-  Telephone and incidental costs.

You may spend more or less, depending on the course you choose to study, where you choose to live and your lifestyle.