Universities in Australia

Discover world-class education opportunities in Australia's top universities and colleges

Australia

Leading Global Education Destination

100+ Universities and Colleges

Australia is one of the top five preferred destinations for international students seeking higher education, boasting over 100 prestigious universities. Several Australian institutions, including the University of Melbourne, the University of New South Wales, the University of Sydney, and Monash University, rank among the top 50 universities globally, according to the QS World University Rankings 2025.

Universities in Australia: Highlights

Parameter Statistics
Number of universities in Australia More than 100
Tuition fees of universities in Australia INR 10 L - 40 L
Top Streams in Australia UG Diploma, MBA/PGDM, BBA, MIM, MS
English Language Exams Required IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo
Entrance Exams Required GMAT/GRE

Why Choose Australia for Higher Education?

Australia is a highly sought-after destination for international students, boasting world-renowned universities and globally recognized degrees. Most Australian programs emphasize practical learning, allowing students to gain hands-on experience while studying.

World-Class Education

Globally recognized degrees

Affordable

100,000+ scholarships available

Work Opportunities

Part-time work allowed

Career Support

Dedicated internship programs

International Student Population

As of August 2024, Australia hosts over 960,000 international students, marking a 15% increase from previous records. The top five countries contributing to this growing student population include:

  • China
  • India
  • Nepal
  • Philippines
  • Vietnam

Admission and English Language Requirements

To enroll in an Australian university, international students must meet specific requirements:

English Proficiency Tests
  • IELTS (Accepted by all universities)
  • TOEFL
  • PTE
  • Duolingo
Additional Requirements
  • GMAT/GRE (for specific programs)
  • Academic transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation

Top 10 Universities in Australia

University Rankings

University Name QS World University Rankings 2025 THE World Rankings 2025
University of Melbourne #13 #39
University of Sydney #18 #61
University of New South Wales (UNSW) #19 #83
Australian National University (ANU) #30 #73
Monash University #37 #58
University of Queensland #40 #77
University of Western Australia #77 #149
University of Adelaide #82 #128
University of Technology Sydney #88 #154
RMIT University #123 #251-300

The University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

QS World Ranking 2025: #9

Available Courses

Course 1st Year Tuition Fees Duration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM (21 courses) INR 25 L - 41 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL, PTE
MS (46 courses) INR 22 L - 36 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 79-94, PTE: 58-65
B.Sc. (33 courses) INR 23 L - 28 L Duration: 3 years
IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above
MIM (20 courses) INR 25 L - 41 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL, PTE, GMAT, GRE
PG Diploma (42 courses) INR 12 L - 38 L Duration: 6 months-1 year
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 79-94

Rankings

QS Ranking
#9
US News Ranking
#27
ARWU Ranking
#37
THE Ranking
#39

Admissions

  • Semester 2 Deadline: April 30, 2025
  • Acceptance Rate: 70-80%
  • Graduate admission deadlines vary by program

The University of Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

QS World Ranking 2025: #11

Available Courses

Course 1st Year Tuition Fees Duration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM (14 courses) INR 24 L - 32 L Duration: 1-2 years
IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 96 & Above
MS (67 courses) INR 21 L - 33 L Duration: 1-3 years
IELTS: 6.5-7.5, PTE: 61-76
PG Diploma (78 courses) INR 12 L - 40 L Duration: 6-18 months
IELTS: 6-7.5, TOEFL: 85-96
B.Sc. (58 courses) INR 18 L - 34 L Duration: 3-7 years
IELTS: 6.5-7.5, TOEFL: 85-105
B.A. (61 courses) INR 22 L - 31 L Duration: 3-7 years
IELTS: 6.5-7.5, PTE: 61-68

Rankings

QS Ranking
#11
US News Ranking
#29
THE Ranking
#61
ARWU Ranking
#74

Admissions

  • Undergraduate Deadline (Semester 2): May 15, 2025
  • MBA Admission Deadline: February 23, 2025

University of New South Wales

Kensington, New South Wales, Australia

QS World Ranking 2025: #12

Available Courses

Course 1st Year Tuition Fees Duration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM (19 courses) INR 20 L - 44 L Duration: 1-30 months
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 94 & Above
B.E./B.Tech (48 courses) INR 22 L - 29 L Duration: 3-80 months
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 90-94
B.Sc. (60 courses) INR 20 L - 45 L Duration: 3-80 months
IELTS: 6.5-7, PTE: 65 & Above
B.A. (58 courses) INR 20 L - 26 L Duration: 3-80 months
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 94 & Above
MIM (18 courses) INR 20 L - 38 L Duration: 1-30 months
IELTS: 6.5-7, PTE: 65 & Above

Rankings

QS Ranking
#12
US News Ranking
#36
ARWU Ranking
#77
THE Ranking
#83

Key Statistics

Total Students
66,464
International Students
23,714
Acceptance Rate
60%

Admission Requirements

  • Minimum GPA: 3.3
  • SAT Score Range: 1090-1840
  • ACT Score Range: 22-29
  • IELTS: 6.5 (min 6.0 in each section)

Monash University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

QS World Ranking 2025: #37

Available Courses

Course 1st Year Tuition Fees Duration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM (21 courses) INR 25 L - 41 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL, PTE
MS (46 courses) INR 22 L - 36 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 79-94, PTE: 58-65
B.Sc. (33 courses) INR 23 L - 28 L Duration: 3 years
IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above
MIM (20 courses) INR 25 L - 41 L Duration: 1-4 years
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL, PTE, GMAT, GRE
PG Diploma (42 courses) INR 12 L - 38 L Duration: 6 months-1 year
IELTS: 6.5-7, TOEFL: 79-94

Rankings

QS Ranking
#37
US News Ranking
#58
ARWU Ranking
#58
THE Ranking
#58

Admissions

  • Semester 2 Deadline: April 30, 2025
  • Acceptance Rate: 70-80%
  • Graduate admission deadlines vary by program

Top Programs by Subject

Best Business & Management Universities

University Name QS Subject Rankings
The University of New South Wales #35
The University of Melbourne #45
The University of Sydney #54

Best Engineering Universities

University Name QS Subject Rankings
The University of New South Wales #31
The University of Melbourne #49
The University of Sydney #68

Best LLM Universities

University Name QS Subject Rankings
The University of Melbourne #10
The University of New South Wales #12
The University of Sydney #16

Best Cities to Study in Australia

QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2025

City Name Global Ranking
Melbourne #5
Sydney #6
Brisbane #25
Adelaide #28
Canberra #29
Perth #35
Gold Coast #93

Most Popular Courses

Top Courses by University Count

Course Number of Universities
UG Diploma 81
MBA/PGDM 61
BBA 58
MIM 57
MS 53
BE/BTech 52
PG Diploma 43
BSc 41
BA 36
MA 35

Cost of Studying in Australia

Tuition Fee Ranges

First-Year Tuition Fee Range Number of Universities
Up to INR 10 L 80
INR 10 - 20 L 40
INR 20 - 40 L 2
More than INR 40 L 18

Cost of Living

The annual cost of living in Australia for international students ranges between AUD 20,000 - AUD 40,000 (INR 11 L - 21 L). Expenses vary based on lifestyle and location.

Scholarships

Available Scholarships for Indian Students

Scholarship Name Maximum Amount
K.C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad INR 8,00,000
Haini Zeini Scholarships INR 82,500
Narotam Sekhria's Scholarships Amount varies

Entrance & Language Requirements

Entrance Exams

Exam Universities Accepting
GMAT 9
GRE 4

English Language Tests

Test Universities Accepting
IELTS 122
TOEFL 108
PTE 103
Duolingo 13

Jobs and Career Prospects

Average Salaries by University

Studying in Australia offers excellent return on investment with high-paying job opportunities across various sectors.

University Name Average Salary
The University of Melbourne INR 1.3 Cr
The University of New South Wales INR 64.7 L - 86.3 L
The University of Sydney INR 70 L - 1.5 Cr
Australian National University INR 40.5 L
The University of Queensland INR 47.2 L

Top Paying Sectors

The most popular and highest-paying job sectors for international students in Australia include:

  • Medicine
  • Finance
  • Engineering
  • IT & Technology
  • Law

Note: Currency Conversion Rate - 1 AUD = INR 52.62