AUD 20,000 to 45,000+ per year
Typical range; Monash Computer Science is AUD 58,940 for 2027
After HSC, check whether you can enter directly or need a foundation or diploma pathway, and confirm prerequisites and English evidence.
Study in Australia from Bangladesh
Tuition, living funds, the Student visa (subclass 500), scholarships and work rights, checked against Home Affairs, Study Australia and university pages.
Not sure where to start? Get a free study assessmentLast updated 29 September 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
About Australia: highlights
Australia offers two intakes a year, strong post-study work rights and a large Bangladeshi community. It has also become one of the toughest destinations for Bangladeshi visas, so the Genuine Student assessment and your financial evidence need real care.
- Rough annual budget: about AUD 50,000 to 75,000 a year, combining typical tuition of AUD 20,000 to 45,000 with the AUD 29,710 living-cost figure.
- Money to show: AUD 29,710 a year for living costs, plus tuition and travel, as part of your financial capacity evidence.
- Visa cost: the Student visa (subclass 500) costs from AUD 2,500 since 1 July 2026, and it is not refunded if you are refused.
- Work while studying: up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session, unlimited in scheduled breaks.
- After graduation: the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives 2 years after a bachelor’s or coursework master’s and 3 years after a research master’s or PhD.
- Visa outlook: roughly 45% to 51% of Bangladeshi applications were refused in early 2026, among the highest rates of any country.
Key facts about Australia
Studying in Australia
3 yearsTypical bachelor’s degree
1.5 to 2 yearsTypical coursework master’s
48 hrs/fortnightWork allowed in session
2 to 3 yearsTemporary Graduate visa
Country stats
CanberraCapital
Australian dollar (AUD)Currency
EnglishTeaching language
4 to 5 hoursSydney is ahead of Dhaka time
Weather and community
About 30°CAverage high in January (summer)
About 18°CAverage high in July (winter)
SydneyLargest Bangladeshi community
MelbourneSecond-largest community
Why study in Australia?
Post-study work
- 2 to 3 years on the Temporary Graduate visa.
- Full work rights in any job while it lasts.
Two intakes a year
- Most universities start in February and July.
- Missing one intake rarely costs you a full year.
A strong community
- Large Bangladeshi communities in Sydney and Melbourne.
- Seasons are reversed, but Queensland feels close to Dhaka.
Cost of studying in Australia
Your total cost has three parts: tuition, living costs, and upfront visa and insurance costs. Tuition is set course by course, so use the provider’s published international fee.
Annual tuition by study level
Check the course fee
No single national price; compare total units and duration
Coursework master’s usually take 1.5 to 2 years. Compare subject match, grades, work experience and English evidence.
Check tuition and RTP funding
Research Training Program scholarships can offset fees and pay a stipend
Find a supervisor and project first, then apply for an RTP scholarship through the university.
Upfront and living costs
The main costs Bangladeshi applicants plan for, from Home Affairs and Study Australia.
| Cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Living costs to show | AUD 29,710 per year | 2026 financial requirement, separate from tuition and travel |
| Real living costs | AUD 1,850 to 2,500/month | Planning range for a major city; regional campuses cost less |
| Student visa (subclass 500) | From AUD 2,500 | From 1 July 2026; not refunded if refused |
| Overseas Student Health Cover | ~AUD 500 to 700/year | Required for your whole visa; letting it lapse breaches your visa conditions |
| IELTS Academic | ৳31,100 | Computer-delivered price in Bangladesh |
| Health examination | Clinic fee | At an approved panel clinic when Home Affairs asks |
AUD 29,710 is the visa minimum, not your real budget. Sydney and Melbourne rents often push costs above it.
Calculate your Australia study cost
Universities in Australia
Researched starting points, not a complete list or a ranking. Check the exact course, campus and intake on the university’s own website.
Monash University
Clayton, Melbourne- Example course
- Computer Science, 3 years
- 2027 tuition
- AUD 58,940 a year
- Scholarship
- Merit award of AUD 15,000 a year
University of Melbourne
Parkville, Melbourne- Example course
- Bachelor of Science, 3 years
- Starts
- February or July
- Entry
- Recognised qualification, prerequisites and English
Australia scholarships for Bangladeshi students
One government award open to Bangladesh, one national research scheme, and a large university award. All are competitive.
Australia Awards Scholarships
Australian Government (DFAT)
- Covers
- Full tuition, airfare, living allowance
- Round
- Reopens early 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate and postgraduate
- Country
- Bangladesh participates
Also pays an establishment allowance and a compulsory introductory academic programme. Managed in Bangladesh by Australia Awards South Asia.
View on official site ↗Research Training Program
Australian Government, via universities
- Covers
- Tuition offset and a stipend
- Deadline
- Set by each university
- Level
- Research master’s and PhD
- Length
- Up to 2 years (master’s), 3 to 4 (PhD)
Open to international research students. You apply to the university, not to the government.
View on official site ↗Monash International Merit
Monash University
- Covers
- AUD 15,000 a year
- Total
- Up to AUD 75,000
- Level
- Bachelor’s
- Awards
- 20 a year
You are considered automatically once you hold a full, unconditional undergraduate offer. Pathway students are not eligible.
View on official site ↗Australian Student visa from Bangladesh
You apply for the Student visa (subclass 500) online once you hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). Since the 2024 reforms, the Genuine Student requirement checks that your course is a logical next step for you.
AUD 2,500Visa application charge
AUD 29,710Living funds to show per year
Up to 6 yearsMaximum stay, in line with enrolment
48 hrs/fortnightWork allowed in session
~29 daysHalf of applications decided (recent guide)
~45 to 51%Bangladeshi refusal rate, early 2026
Documents required
Document checklist
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
- Valid passport
- Genuine Student answersWhy this course, provider and country
- Financial capacity evidenceTuition, AUD 29,710 living costs and travel
- English test resultIf the checklist tool asks for it
- Overseas Student Health CoverFor your whole visa
- Health examinationWhen Home Affairs asks
- Welfare arrangementOnly if you are under 18
Use the Home Affairs Document Checklist Tool with Bangladesh as your passport country and your chosen provider. It is updated on 31 March and 30 September each year.
Step by step from Bangladesh
- Accept your offer
Pay the deposit your university asks for and arrange Overseas Student Health Cover.
- Get your CoE
Your provider issues the Confirmation of Enrolment; it must be valid when your visa is decided.
- Run the Document Checklist Tool
Enter Bangladesh and your provider to see exactly which evidence you need.
- Prepare your Genuine Student answers and funds
Explain how the course fits your study and career history, and gather clear evidence of tuition, living costs and travel money.
- Apply online and pay
Lodge a complete, decision-ready application through ImmiAccount and pay from AUD 2,500. Incomplete applications can be refused.
- Biometrics and health exam
Complete them promptly when the Department asks, and answer any request for information quickly.
- Wait before booking travel
Home Affairs advises against booking travel before your visa is finalised.
- Receive your grant
Keep a copy of your grant number, expiry date and conditions, and keep your health cover active.
Work during and after your studies
48 hrs/fortnightWhile your course is in session
UnlimitedDuring scheduled course breaks
AUD 24.95/hourNational minimum wage
While you study
The limit is per fortnight, so you can work more one week and less the next. Retail and hospitality jobs typically pay AUD 22 to 30 an hour. Research master’s and PhD students often have different conditions, so check your grant notice.
After you graduate
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives 2 years after a bachelor’s or coursework master’s and 3 years after a research master’s or PhD. Apply within 6 months of completing your course, with health cover and the required English score.
Australia intakes and deadlines
Main intake
February / March
Semester 1 has the most courses and scholarships. Apply roughly 6 to 9 months ahead to leave time for the CoE and visa.
Second intake
July
Semester 2 is widely available at universities. Some providers also run trimesters with a November start.
Your preparation timeline
- 18 to 12 months before: Research courses, eligibility, funding and scholarship deadlines.
- 12 to 9 months before: Prepare language tests, transcripts, references and your shortlist.
- 9 to 6 months before: Submit applications by each programme’s actual deadline.
- 6 to 3 months before: Meet offer conditions, arrange funding and prepare visa documents.
- 3 to 1 months before: Apply for the visa and plan accommodation and arrival.
Keep these dates separate
A course start date, a Confirmation of Enrolment, a scholarship round and your visa lodgement are separate milestones. Australia Awards Bangladesh reopens in early 2027, well before a 2028 start.
English tests and exams
Most courses ask for IELTS Academic 6.0 to 6.5 overall, with higher scores for professional degrees such as nursing and teaching. Your provider’s requirement and any visa requirement are separate checks.
For admission
Each provider lists accepted tests, overall scores and band minimums. Some pathway programmes accept lower scores if you complete an English course first.
For the visa
The Document Checklist Tool tells you whether you must attach English evidence for your passport and provider combination.
Tests commonly accepted in Australia
IELTS AcademicPTE AcademicTOEFL iBTCambridge C1 Advanced
Study in Australia: FAQs
What is the Genuine Student requirement?
It replaced the Genuine Temporary Entrant test in 2024. Home Affairs checks whether your course is a sensible next step given your previous study and work, so an unrelated career jump can attract extra questions.
How much money do I need to show?
AUD 29,710 a year for living costs, plus tuition and travel, with extra funds for any family members. The exact evidence depends on the Document Checklist Tool result for your passport and provider.
How much does the Student visa cost?
From AUD 2,500 since 1 July 2026. The charge is not refunded if your application is refused.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes. You must hold Overseas Student Health Cover for your whole visa, unless you fall in an exemption category.
How many hours can I work?
Up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session and unlimited hours in scheduled breaks.
How long can I stay after graduating?
2 years after a bachelor’s or coursework master’s and 3 years after a research master’s or PhD, on the Temporary Graduate visa.
What is the refusal rate for Bangladeshi applicants?
Around 45% to 51% in early 2026, according to The PIE News. A well-explained course choice and clean financial history matter more in Australia than almost anywhere else.
Can I study in Australia after HSC?
Yes, but many universities ask HSC students to complete a foundation or diploma pathway first. Check the entry page for your exact grades.
Guides to help you apply
Official sources
- Home Affairs: Student visa (subclass 500) ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Home Affairs: subclass 485 ↗Checked 2026-09-27 · next review 2026-10-27
- Study Australia: Student visa ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- Study Australia: costs ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- DFAT: Australia Awards Scholarships ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- DFAT: participating countries ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Australia Awards Bangladesh ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Department of Education: RTP ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Monash: International Merit Scholarship ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- IDP Bangladesh: IELTS fees ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- The PIE News: South Asian refusal rates ↗Checked 2026-09-27 · next review 2026-10-27
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.