Find answers to common questions about studying in Perth
Key requirements include: Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from a registered institution, proof of financial capacity (minimum AUD $29,710/year as of Oct 2024), English proficiency (IELTS/PTE), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), and Genuine Student (GS) requirement (replaced GTE from March 2024). We can guide you through each requirement.
Yes! Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semester and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks. This helps cover living expenses while gaining valuable work experience.
The Graduate visa allows international students to stay and work in Australia after completing their studies. As of July 2024: Bachelor's degree holders get 2 years, Master's (coursework) 3 years, Master's (research) or PhD 4 years. Perth is a designated regional area, so graduates may be eligible for an additional 1-2 years. Age limit is 50 for most streams.
Most universities require IELTS 6.0-6.5 overall (or equivalent PTE/TOEFL). Some courses like nursing or teaching may require higher scores. If you don't meet requirements, pathway programs and English courses are available.
Universities offer bachelor's, master's, and PhD degrees with academic focus. TAFE provides vocational certificates and diplomas with practical, hands-on training. TAFE courses are often shorter and more affordable, with pathways to university.
Perth offers: lower cost of living, less competition for jobs, beautiful beaches and weather, closer to Asia (shorter flights home), potential extra years on Graduate visa, and a more relaxed lifestyle while maintaining world-class education.
Yes, Perth is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in Australia and the world. It has a welcoming multicultural community with a significant Korean population, Korean restaurants, and shops.
Tuition varies (2025 rates): English courses from $350-450/week, TAFE $8,000-18,000/year, University $28,000-50,000/year depending on course. For visa purposes, you must show AUD $29,710/year for living costs (as of Oct 2024). Perth is generally 15-25% cheaper than Sydney/Melbourne for accommodation and daily expenses.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is mandatory health insurance for student visa holders. It costs approximately AUD $550-700 per year for single cover (2025 rates). Popular providers include Medibank, Allianz, Bupa, and NIB. We can help you choose the right provider and coverage level.
Options include (2025 rates): homestay ($300-400/week with meals), student accommodation ($250-450/week), shared housing ($180-300/week), or private rental ($350-500/week for a unit). We can help arrange initial accommodation and provide guidance on finding long-term housing through platforms like realestate.com.au and Flatmates.