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Study in Australia

Globally ranked universities, practical courses and post-study work options. Here is how students from Bangladesh apply for the Student visa (subclass 500), including the rule changes from 2 October 2026.

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Australia at a glance

CapitalCanberra
LanguageEnglish
CurrencyAustralian dollar (AUD)
Time vs Bangladesh4 to 5 hours ahead of Bangladesh in Sydney (varies by state)
Main intakesFebruary (main), July

Typical temperatures

SydneyWinter ~13°C, summer ~23°C
MelbourneWinter ~10°C, summer ~21°C
BrisbaneWinter ~16°C, summer ~26°C

Approximate averages.

Seasons

SpringSep–Nov
SummerDec–Feb
AutumnMar–May
WinterJun–Aug

At a glance

Main visaStudent visa (subclass 500). Stay up to 6 years, in line with your course.
Where you apply fromOnline through ImmiAccount. From 2 October 2026, most students must apply from outside Australia.
Which courses qualifyFull-time courses registered on CRICOS. You need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for every course.
Money to showAUD 29,710 a year for living costs, plus 12 months of course fees and AUD 2,000 travel from Bangladesh.
Visa feeFrom AUD 2,500 for the main applicant, plus health checks, police certificates and biometrics. Not refunded if refused.
English testAn approved test taken at a test centre within the last 2 years. IELTS 6.0 (5.5 with 10 weeks of English, 5.0 with 20 weeks). At-home or online tests are not accepted.
Health coverOverseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) from the day you arrive, for your whole stay.
FamilyFrom 2 October 2026, most students cannot bring a partner or children. Exceptions include PhD students and fully funded government scholarship holders.
Work while studyingUp to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session, unlimited in scheduled breaks.
After graduationTemporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for eligible graduates aged 35 or under. Length depends on your qualification.

Rules, fees and amounts change. We confirm the latest official figures with you before you apply.

Who can apply

  • A full-time CRICOS-registered course and a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for every course in your package.
  • An approved English test result, unless you are exempt.
  • Enough money for travel, 12 months of course fees and 12 months of living costs, with a clear source.
  • Genuine Student answers in English (150 words each) showing why you chose the course and how it helps your future, backed by documents.
  • Health insurance (OSHC), health examinations, good character and the Australian Values Statement (18 and over).
New rules from 2 October 2026: most Student visa applications must be made from outside Australia, and most students can no longer include a partner or children. Family cannot join later. Bangladesh is not in the Pacific or ASEAN exemption lists.

Money you need

  • Living costs: AUD 29,710 for 12 months (AUD 10,394 for a partner and AUD 4,449 for each child, only if a family exemption applies).
  • Course fees: the first 12 months of fees, minus anything already paid. Example: AUD 50,000 for a 3-year course means AUD 16,666.
  • Travel: AUD 2,000 from Bangladesh. School-age children also need at least AUD 13,502 a year for school.
  • Income option: instead of savings, parents or a partner can show personal income of at least AUD 87,856 in the last 12 months (AUD 102,500 with family), using official tax assessments. Bank statements and employer letters are not accepted for this.
  • Show the source: transaction history and regular income that explain how the savings built up. A one-day bank balance certificate is not enough. Sponsors need proof of relationship and their ID.
  • Loans: the loan terms and security. Proof the loan has been paid out is the strongest evidence.

Step by step

  1. Before you apply

    Accept your offer (read the fees and refund terms first), pay the deposit and get your CoE. Book health exams early and check your passport is valid.

  2. Gather your documents

    Use the official Document Checklist Tool with your passport country and university. Translate non-English documents and scan everything in colour. No certification is needed.

  3. Apply for the visa

    Create an ImmiAccount, attach your documents (up to 60) and pay the visa fee. Apply from outside Australia.

  4. After you apply

    Give biometrics within 14 days if asked, complete health exams, answer requests quickly and keep your CoE valid. Do not book flights yet.

  5. Visa outcome

    A grant letter shows your conditions and expiry date. If refused, the letter explains why and the fee is not refunded.

Document checklist

The core documents. Your embassy or university may ask for more, and we check your full list with you.

  • Passport pages and national ID card
  • Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for every course
  • Genuine Student answers with supporting documents
  • Academic certificates and transcripts
  • Approved English test result (taken at a test centre)
  • Proof of funds with transaction history
  • Sponsor’s proof of relationship, ID and income documents
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) details
  • Employment letters and explanation of any study gap
  • All previous visa refusal letters, for any country
  • English translations of non-English documents

Work and after graduation

  • Up to 48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session, unlimited during scheduled breaks. You cannot work before your course starts.
  • You have the same workplace rights as everyone else. The first AUD 18,200 you earn each year is tax-free, and your employer pays superannuation.
  • Give your university your address within 7 days of arriving, keep attending and keep your health cover active.
  • The Student visa cannot be extended. To keep studying, you apply for a new visa, usually from outside Australia.
  • After graduating, eligible students can apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to live and work in Australia.

Common mistakes

  • Taking an online or at-home English test. Only tests at a test centre are accepted.
  • Showing a one-day bank balance certificate instead of savings history.
  • Copied Genuine Student answers that do not match your documents.
  • Not disclosing a previous visa refusal from any country.
  • Planning to bring a partner or children without a family exemption.
  • Booking flights before the visa is granted.
We will never promise you a visa or a decision date. What we promise is a complete, carefully checked file.

Leading universities in Australia

Universities in Australia that regularly appear among the country’s best in international rankings, such as the QS World University Rankings 2027. Listed alphabetically.

Australian National University Canberra
Curtin University Perth
Macquarie University Sydney
Monash University Melbourne
Queensland University of Technology Brisbane
RMIT University Melbourne
University of Adelaide Adelaide
University of Melbourne Melbourne
University of Queensland Brisbane
University of Sydney Sydney
University of Technology Sydney Sydney
University of Western Australia Perth
UNSW Sydney Sydney

Rankings change every year and differ between ranking tables. The best university for you depends on your subject, budget and profile. Ask a counsellor which ones fit you, or see the latest table at topuniversities.com.

Scholarships for Australia

Scholarships are competitive and each one has its own rules and deadlines. Always check the current round on the official page.

Australia Awards

Australian Government scholarships for study in Australia. Check whether Bangladesh is included in this round.

Official page

University scholarships

Most Australian universities offer partial tuition scholarships to international students.

Ask us

Questions students ask

Can I bring my spouse or children?
Only if you meet an exemption, such as studying a PhD or holding a fully funded government scholarship. Family cannot join later.
Can I apply from inside Australia?
Most students cannot. From 2 October 2026, you can only apply in Australia if you hold an eligible visa and meet one of six exemptions.
How much money do I need to show?
At least AUD 29,710 for living costs, plus 12 months of course fees and AUD 2,000 travel. Or your parents’ income of AUD 87,856, shown with tax assessments.
Is online IELTS accepted?
No. At-home and online tests are not accepted.
Do I need to certify my documents?
No. Translate non-English documents and scan everything in colour.
Can I stay after graduating?
Yes, if you are eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). It is open to graduates aged 35 or under.

Let’s talk

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