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Need to know
As a student visa holder, you will be required to have approximately AUD $24,505 per person per year for living expenses, as advised by the Australian Government. However, the actual cost depends on your individual lifestyle and you should budget for approximately AUD$26,000 per year per adult. Remember, your living expenses are separate from your tuition fees.
LIVING EXPENSES PER YEAR
Applicant - $24,505
Partner- $8,574
Child - $3,670
School Aged Child - $9,661
As it can often take some time for money to be transferred from your home country to Australia, you will need to bring enough money with you to cover your expenses for the first few weeks. Foreign currency can be exchanged for Australian currency at Sydney Airport. If you arrive on a weekend (Saturday/Sunday) and do not change some currency at the airport you may not be able to change it until the next working day.
Useful links
Cost of living calculator
Insiders guide cost of living tool helps you discover how much it would cost to have the lifestyle you choose in Australia. You can compare accommodation arrangements, transportation options, entertainment activities and much more.
Education and living costs in Australia
Knowing the average cost of living and studying in Australia is an important part of your application and financial preparation.
NSW Fair Trading Consumer Guide
In Australia, every person has the right to be protected from unfair business practices.
Public transport
Opal Card is your ticket to public transport and Transport NSW provides you with the information you need to plan an efficient and successful trip on public transport in NSW. Including: metro, train, bus, ferry, taxi, and light rail services.
Cost of living guide
All prices in the below table are quoted in Australian Dollars.
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We're here to help
Email internationalstudy@westernsydney.edu.au
Call +61 2 9852 5499 or contact an International Education Agent in your country.
"I love studying Law at WSU because of the practical approach they have to teaching."
— Avantika Prameshwar. Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws.
