Guides

Every guide on StudyAU — sorted by most recently updated.

• English Language Requirements for Australian Student Visa 2026: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, OET, Cambridge

  6 Oct, 2025

  Master English language requirements for Subclass 500. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, OET, Cambridge scores by course level. Exemptions and alternatives.

• Master of Information Technology in Australia: For Non-CS Backgrounds

  6 Oct, 2025

  Master of Information Technology in Australia: ideal for non-CS backgrounds. 1.5–2 years, AUD 45k–55k/year. Build a tech career from non-technical backgrounds.

• Rental Bond and Tenancy Basics — Laws, Protections, and Your Rights

  6 Oct, 2025

  Rental bonds are typically 4 weeks' rent, held in state-managed accounts (RTBA, RTA, etc.). Tenancy laws vary by state; know your rights before signing a lease.

• University of Melbourne: Admissions, Strengths, and the Melbourne Model

  29 Sep, 2025

  Melbourne is Australia's highest-ranked university (QS 37). Learn about admissions, the distinctive Melbourne Model, graduate entry, and why it suits ambitious international students.

• Australian Study Requirement (ASR): The 16-month and 92-week rule explained

  29 Sep, 2025

  Understand the Australian Study Requirement (ASR) for Subclass 485: 16 calendar months plus 92 weeks of study in Australia. Common traps explained.

• Homestay in Australia — Cost, Pros, Cons, and Suitability

  29 Sep, 2025

  Australian homestay costs A$280–$400/week, includes meals and laundry, suits international students 16–22. Families are screened; experience varies from excellent to difficult.

• Master of Data Science in Australia: Curriculum, Top Providers, and Employability

  29 Sep, 2025

  Master of Data Science in Australia: 1.5–2 years, AUD 48k–55k/year. UNSW, Melbourne, Monash lead. Strong job prospects in tech, finance, healthcare.

• OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) Explained: Costs, Providers, and How to Claim in 2026

  29 Sep, 2025

  Master OSHC: mandatory health insurance for student visa holders. Cost A$650–750/year, major providers, coverage, claim process. 2026 guide.

• Regional Universities Network (RUN): Members and 485 Visa Extension Advantages

  23 Sep, 2025

  RUN comprises eight regional universities (CQU, Federation, JCU, SCU, USQ, UNE) that qualify graduates for extended 485 work visas. Learn the visa advantage and regional lifestyle trade-offs.

• Subclass 485 application process and timeline: From graduation to visa decision

  22 Sep, 2025

  Step-by-step guide to applying for Subclass 485: graduation, document prep, lodging, and processing timelines (4–8+ weeks).

• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): What It Is and How to Get It for Your Student Visa

  22 Sep, 2025

  Understand the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment). What it contains, when you get it, what happens if your course changes. Essential for Subclass 500.

• Master of Computer Science in Australia: Top Providers, Prerequisites, and Career Outcomes

  22 Sep, 2025

  Master of Computer Science in Australia: 1.5–2 years, AUD 45k–55k/year. UNSW, Melbourne, ANU lead. Strong IT visa pathways and tech career outcomes.