Costs and Payments
Costs and Payments
Australia is a land of contrasts – from golden beaches to tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, vast farming lands and sparse deserts.
One of the oldest continents in the world, Australia is the only country to occupy an entire continent.
It is surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans and has many animals and plants that are unique on the planet, such as the world famous Kangaroo.
The Education System
At QIBA you can study vocational education and training and English language courses, also known as ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students).
Vocational education is also known as VET and these courses are industry focused. VET teaching staff have actual experience in their fields of expertise and this means that you learn the theory but also the reality of the subjects you are studying. Find out more about QIBA’s VET courses by following this link
Studying English in Australia is more than just learning grammar in the classroom. It is also about improving all the skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing as well as learning valuable skills like problem solving, team work and critical thinking.
Australia also has a world famous higher education system.
(Adapted from www.studyinaustralia.gov.au)
Climate in Sydney
Sydney has a temperate climate with an average of 240 days of sunshine annually. The winters are cool and mild, while the summers are warm.
- Average summer temperatures: 18.6 – 25.8 degrees Celsius (65.5 – 78.4 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Average winter temperatures: 8.8 – 17 degrees Celsius (47.8 – 62.6 degrees Fahrenheit)
(Source: www.australia.com)
Living Costs in Australia
The Australian governments Future Unlimited website outlines the living costs in Australia for your reference. These costs are an approximate guide only and can vary depending on your study location.
Accommodation
| Hostels and Guesthouses | $90 to $150 per week |
| Shared Rental | $95 to $215 per week |
| On campus | $110 to $280 per week |
| Homestay | $235 to $325 per week |
| Rental | $185 to $440 per week |
| Boarding schools | $11,000 to $22,000 a year |
Other living expenses
| Groceries and eating out | $140 to $280 per week |
| Gas, electricity | $10 to $20 per week |
| Phone and Internet | $15 to $30 per week |
| Public transport | $30 to $60 per week |
| Car (after purchase) | $150 to $260 per week |
| Entertainment | $80 to $150 per week |
Knowing the average living costs in Australia is an important part of your financial preparation. To get a better idea, check out this handy Cost of Living Calculator below.
The Cost of Living Calculator is designed to help you think about how you spend money and to give you a broad estimate of potential costs in Australia.
Cost of Living Calculator (studyaustralia.gov.au)
Living in Sydney
Sydney is Australia’s most famous and largest city. With the world famous Sydney Harbour and Sydney Opera House it has many places to see, great food and drink and some of Australia’s best beaches.
If you choose to study in Sydney and New South Wales (NSW), you will join over 200,000 international students from more than 160 different countries around the world!
To find out more about the exciting things you can do in Sydney please go to https://www.sydney.com/
Living in Brisbane
Brisbane has a humid subtropical climate with hot, wet summers and dry, moderately warm winters.
- Average Summer temperatures: 21-29.8 degrees Celsius (69.8-85.6 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Average Winter temperatures: 11-21 degrees Celsius (51.8-69.8 degrees Fahrenheit)
(Source: www.visitbrisbane.com.au)
Living conditions
Australia is generally a safe country and a very welcoming place to live and study. However it is still very important to take care and be aware of your surroundings to ensure you remain safe and healthy. For further information on safety please see
What to do in an emergency
What to do in an emergency | Study Australia
Personal safety
Personal safety | Study Australia
Driving and transport safety
Driving and transport safety | Study Australia
Beach and sun safety
Beach and sun safety | Study Australia
SCHEDULE OF ADDITIONAL FEES
| Administration Fee (to process enrolments) | $250 |
| Replacement Student ID Card | $20 |
| Replacement Certificate/Testamur (original copy is provided free of charge) | $50 |
| Additional Statement of Attainment (one Statement of Attainment will be provided free of charge) | $50 |
| Late payment of term fees (all courses) | $100 per month |
| VET – Make-up class fee (for Kitchen Management Practical Demonstration classes) | $500 per class/day |
| VET – Reassessment fee (per assessment task) will be charged for late submissions (after due date) or for additional attempts (after due date) | $100 per task |
| VET – Reassessment fee for re-submission of an unsatisfactory assessment due to plagiarism (per assessment task) | $100 per task |
| VET – Administration fee for processing refunds | $250 |
| VET – Administration fee for processing Disruption to Studies | $200 per request |
| VET – RPL Assessment (per unit of competency) | $250 per unit |
| VET – Unit re-enrolment (if required) | $500 per unit |
