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Explore studying in Australia from Nepal, including universities and courses, entry requirements, tuition and living costs, student visas, scholarships, popular cities and post-study opportunities.

What you should know

Australia is one of the leading study destinations for Nepali students, offering internationally recognised qualifications, diverse course options and a multicultural student experience. Students can choose from universities, vocational education and training (VET) providers, pathway programs and English-language courses across major study destinations. Planning your studies in Australia involves more than choosing a university. You should compare courses carefully, understand academic and English-language requirements. For students applying from Nepal, early preparation can make the process much easier, from selecting the right course and preparing for IELTS, PTE or another accepted English test to organising financial documents, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and your visa application.

Academic year
February and July are major university intakes, while some institutions and courses also offer additional intakes during the year.
Language
English
Popular cities
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
Study options
Bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, research programs, vocational education and training (VET), pathway programs and English-language courses.
Main student visa
Student visa (subclass 500)

Plan with confidence

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Check your academic eligibility

Entry requirements vary between institutions and courses. Nepali students should check whether their previous qualification, grades, prerequisite subjects and any study gaps meet the provider's requirements.

2

Choose the right course and provider

Compare the course structure, tuition fees, location, entry requirements, career relevance and provider before applying. Your study choice should make sense in relation to your previous education and future plans.

3

Prepare your English test early

Check the English-language score required by both your education provider and applicable visa rules. Preparing for IELTS, PTE or another accepted test early gives you time to improve your score or retake the test if necessary.

4

Plan the full budget

Budget for more than tuition fees. Include accommodation, food, transport, Overseas Student Health Cover, visa costs, study materials, flights and everyday expenses. Actual living costs can vary significantly depending on your city, accommodation and lifestyle.

5

Understand the Genuine Student requirement

Student visa applicants must satisfy Australia's Genuine Student (GS) requirement. Your application should clearly explain your circumstances, why you have chosen the course and education provider, and how the proposed study relates to your educational and career plans.

6

Check current visa status

Student visa charges, financial requirements, English-language rules, processing arrangements and other visa conditions can change. Always verify the current Student visa (subclass 500) requirements before applying.

7

Understand post-study options

Eligible graduates may have access to Australia's Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) or other pathways after completing their studies. Eligibility, visa duration and conditions depend on current immigration rules and your individual circumstances, so do not choose a course solely on the expectation of migration or permanent residency.

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Why study in Australia from Nepal?

Australian education attracts students from Nepal because of its broad range of qualifications, internationally recognised institutions and strong international student community.

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