Brighten your career scope with a degree from a top-ranked university in Australia!

Always dreamt of studying at the "Land Down Under?" Now's your chance! Australia is one of the most desirable study-abroad destinations in the world. Australia is a highly sought-after study abroad location for various reasons, but what sets it apart is its allowance for international students to work part-time while studying. As a result, many international students from Nepal are keen to study in Australia so that they can earn while studying during their time there. Additionally, top Australian universities provide international students with an opportunity to pursue programs with paid internships and work experience to get hands-on training in the discipline they're studying.

Why Study at Australian Universities?

The universities in Australia rank high in terms of both quality of education and the number of student intakes every year. There are several reasons why students prefer to study in Australia over other countries. Here are just some of them:

  1. Australia's institutions and universities are globally renowned for their high ranks, thanks to the country's commitment to upholding high education standards and prioritizing excellence in teaching. The top-quality research and training facilities, as well as the exceptional course curriculum, distinguish Australian education from others.

  2. Australia follows an earn-as-you-learn work policy. The country allows its international student community to engage themselves in part-time jobs as they complete their course durations at the university. This helps the students gain practical work skills and instills confidence as they start earning and supporting their education.

  3. Australia has numerous high-potential employment opportunities on offer for its university graduates. Moreover, a degree from Australia qualifies you to find a job anywhere else in the world too.

List of Top Universities in Australia for International Students

Australia is home to numerous top-ranked when it comes to choosing a university to apply to for a course of your choice. To simplify things for you, listed below are some of the top universities in Australia based on QS World University Rankings 2023. In addition, the next student intake for each of these universities is also mentioned in the following list of universities in Australia:

  1. Australian National University (ANU) - student intake opens in Jan every year

  2. The University of Melbourne - student intake opens on Feb/March

  3. The University of Sydney - student intake opens on Feb

  4. The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) - student intake opens on Feb

  5. The University of Queensland - student intake opens on Feb

  6. Monash University - student intake opens on Feb

  7. The University of Western Australia - student intake opens on Feb

  8. The University of Adelaide - student intake opens on Sep

  9. University of Technology Sydney - student intake opens on Feb

  10. University of Wollongong - student intake opens in July

Source: https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/world-university-rankings/2023

Also read about- Upcoming Intakes in Australian Universities

List of Colleges in Australia for International Students

Australia welcomes students from all parts of the world to come and have a taste of its world-class education system. It is not just the Australian universities that are highly popular among international students; even the colleges in Australia lure students every year. These colleges are an ideal fit for those aspiring to pursue professional certification courses/diploma programmes in a preferred study area.

Let us look at some of the most popular Australian colleges below for international students:

  1. Box Hill Institute of TAFE, situated in Melbourne

  2. Canberra Institute of Technology, situated in Canberra

  3. Edith Cowan College, situated in Perth

  4. Holmes Institute, situated in Brisbane

  5. International College of Management, situated in Sydney

  6. Martin College, situated in Sydney

  7. Melbourne Institute of Technology, situated in Melbourne

  8. Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, situated in Sydney

  9. Kangan Institute, situated in Melbourne

  10. Polytechnic West, situated in Perth

Eligibility Criteria for Top Universities in Australia

Nepalese students can enter a university of their choice in Australia by satisfying specific eligibility criteria. For undergraduate courses at Australian universities, the Australia study visa requirements for Nepali students are as follows:

  1. Certificate of grade 12 with a minimum aggregate score of 60% or First Division

  2. A total of 6.0 in IELTS (international English language proficiency test) with an average of 5.5 in each band of the test

In case you wish to pursue a Postgraduate degree in Australia, the standard requirements may vary slightly, as specified below:

  1. A Bachelor's degree or Undergraduate course for 3-4 years (varies for different universities) in a relevant field of study with a minimum aggregate of 55%

  2. A total score of 6.5 in IELTS with 6.0 in each band

Documents Required from Nepalese Students for Admission into Australian Universities

You would be required to submit the following official documents along with your admission application to the university that you choose to apply to:

  1. Academic/Provisional/Character Certificate starting from grade 10 up to the most recent academic qualification earned

  2. Statement of Purpose

  3. Certificate of IELTS

  4. Professional experience (if applicable and as asked by the university)

  5. Proof of funds

  6. Complete health check-up report

  7. Copy of the Overseas Student Health Cover

Cost of Studying in Australian Universities for Nepalese Students

Students from Nepal can expect to spend anywhere between AUD 20,000 and AUD 45,000 per year as Australian universities' fees on a course they pursue. However, note that each university would have a different cost specification for different courses. Therefore, verifying the university's cost structure that you choose to pursue the course is advisable.

Jobs and Career Prospects for Students after Studying in Australian Universities

Australia provides a part-time work permit to students during the course duration and presents an array of potential career opportunities for graduates. Once you complete your chosen course at an Australian university, you are eligible to enter the country's job market at an attractive pay package. Moreover, Australia provides its employees with an excellent work-life balance, another reason why jobs in Australia are in high demand.

Here are some of the highly sought-after jobs in the country that attract the most international graduates:

  1. Childcare services

  2. Retail service at supermarkets and provision stores

  3. Elderly care

  4. Hospitality service

  5. Teaching/tutoring

  6. Freelance writing

The average salary for a graduate fresher in Australia is around AUD 73,500 per annum. This breaks down to approximately AUD 37.69 per hour. Therefore, international students are highly likely to earn up to AUD 40 per hour (approx) while pursuing their studies in Australia.

FAQs

1. How much does it cost to study at a university in Australia for Nepali students?

A Nepalese student might need to invest an average of AUD 20,000 - AUD 45,000 to cover the tuition fee of a 3-4 year course (generally Bachelor’s courses) at a university in Australia. The cost structure for different universities may vary as per their rank and location in the country.

2. Which university in Australia has the most international students?

The University of Melbourne has been reported to have the highest intake of international students in the academic year 2020-21, per a report shared by the Times Higher Education (THE), one of the most credible university ranking sources globally.

3. How much GPA is necessary to study at Australian universities?

Most Australian universities accept an average GPA ranging between 2.8 and 3.3 (approx) for international student admission. Check with the particular university that you choose to apply to for their specific GPA requirements.

4. What are the Australia study visa requirements for Nepali students?

The following documents are required to apply for a Student Visa to Australia from Nepal:

  1. IELTS test scores as required by the university that you apply to

  2. Medical certificate after a complete health check-up

  3. Requirement for Genuine Temporary Entrant

  4. Character Statutory Declaration Form

  5. Proof of Funds to establish financial stability

How can I apply to universities in Australia from Nepal?

The best way to go about the application and admission process for a university in Australia is to connect with our expert IDP counsellors, who will guide you along the way with complete information and details on all your admission queries. They would also assist you with the student visa application for Australia.

What scholarships are available for Nepali students at Australian universities?

Popular universities and Government in Australia offer scholarships to certain students of academic merit to reward them for their efforts. These scholarships help the students to support their course cost, making it affordable and attractive. Some of the most popular Australian scholarships offered to Nepali students include:

  1. UTS Grant for Masters by Coursework Students in Australia 2023

  2. Master of Advanced Economics Scholarships at University of Queensland 2023

  3. ANU College of Law International Merit Scholarship 2023

  4. Bok Honours Year Scholarship in Astrophysics 2023

  5. Peter & Lena Karmel Honours Scholarship in The School of Art 2023