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Cost of living
Before starting your studies, it's a good idea to prepare your budget. You should think about the costs of accommodation, food, personal expenses, books, stationery, clothing, travel and entertainment. These expenses are not included in your tuition and study fees.
These tables are provided as an approximate guide only and do not include tuition fees, mobile phone charges, internet service fees or motor vehicle expenses. The figures are only estimates, are subject to inflation and will vary depending on location, lifestyle and preferences.
On-campus single living
| Costs |
Monthly A$ |
Yearly A$ |
| Building and amenities fee |
|
300 |
| Application fee |
|
40 |
| Halls of Residence fees during Academic year (40 weeks) |
|
5,628 |
| Halls of Residence fees during Summer vacation (12 weeks) |
|
1,688 |
| Telephone and internet connection |
|
250 |
| Books, stationery and equipment |
|
1,100 |
| Clothing |
|
880 |
| Health cover (OSHC) - international students only |
|
349 |
| Food (lunch Monday - Friday) |
300 |
3,600 |
| Halls of Residence meals (optional) available on a cash basis |
400 |
4,800 |
| Miscellaneous (entertainment, personal items) |
330 |
3,960 |
| Total yearly cost |
|
22,595 |
Renting - based on sharing a house with two others
Establishment costs (once only)
| Establishment costs |
One-off costs A$ |
| Bond (one month's rent) |
395 |
| Telephone/utilities connection |
150 |
| General establishment (furniture, linen etc) |
1,000 |
Ongoing costs
| Costs |
Monthly A$ |
Yearly A$ |
| Books, stationery and equipment |
|
1,000 |
| Clothing |
|
800 |
| Health cover (OSHC) |
|
349 |
| Average rent |
395 |
4,345 |
| Food (lunch Mon - Fri) |
250 |
3,000 |
| Household costs (food, power, phone) |
300 |
3,600 |
| Travel expenses |
250 |
3,000 |
| Miscellaneous (entertainment, personal items etc) |
300 |
3,600 |
| Total yearly costs (including establishment) |
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21,185 |
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