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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 — 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 — 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 — 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.