Australia Guide

Study & Work in Australia 🇦🇺

World-class universities, generous work rights, and clear permanent residency pathways. Let Wavelink guide your Australian journey.

39
Global-Ranked Universities
4 Years
Post-Study Work Rights
AUD $70K+
Average Graduate Salary
98%+
Our Visa Success Rate
Top Institutions

Australian Universities

Australia is home to 6 universities in the global top 100 and 39 in the QS World University Rankings.

#33 QS

University of Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia

Medicine, Law, Business

#18 QS

University of Sydney

Sydney, Australia

Engineering, Business, Arts

#40 QS

University of Queensland

Brisbane, Australia

Sciences, Agriculture, Health

#30 QS

Australian National University

Canberra, Australia

Research, Politics, Sciences

#42 QS

Monash University

Melbourne, Australia

Pharmacy, Engineering, IT

#19 QS

UNSW Sydney

Sydney, Australia

Engineering, Business, Law

Visa Guide

Student Visa Process (Subclass 500)

Our experts, working with registered lawyers and agents, guide you through every step of the Australian student visa application.

1

Get Acceptance Letter

Apply and receive Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from an Australian university or college.

2

OSHC Insurance

Purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of your visa.

3

Prepare Documents

Academic transcripts, English results, financial evidence, GTE statement, and passport.

4

Lodge Online Application

Apply for Subclass 500 via ImmiAccount. Biometrics and health checks as required.

5

Visa Decision

Typically 4–8 weeks. Wavelink follows up and handles any additional requests.

Work Rights

Work While You Study in Australia

Australia offers some of the most generous work rights for international students globally:

48 hours per fortnight during study sessions
Unlimited work during scheduled breaks
Spouse/partner can also work (in many cases unlimited)
Graduate Visa (485) allows 2–4 years of unlimited work
Minimum wage: AUD $23.23/hour
Strong job market in nursing, IT, engineering, hospitality

Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

  • Duration2–4 years (STEM: extra 2 years)
  • EligibilityDegree from Australian institution
  • Work RightsUnlimited hours anywhere
  • Study RightsAllowed
  • TravelMultiple entries permitted
Permanent Residency

Australian PR Pathways

Australia offers multiple clear pathways to permanent residency for skilled workers and graduates.

Subclass 189

Skilled Independent

Points-based PR for skilled workers without employer or state sponsorship. EOI via SkillSelect.

Subclass 190

State/Territory Nominated

Points-based with state/territory nomination. Additional 5 points, lower cutoffs.

Subclass 491

Skilled Work Regional

Live and work in regional Australia for 3 years to qualify for PR (Subclass 191).

Subclass 186

Employer Nomination

Employer-sponsored permanent residency for long-term employees in nominated roles.

Financial Aid

Scholarships for Australia

Multiple scholarship programs are available for international students in Australia.

Australia Awards Scholarships

Full funding

Developing country nationals

Endeavour Leadership Program

AUD $15,000–272,500

High-achieving students

University Excellence Awards

AUD $5,000–30,000

Academic merit, varies

Research Training Program

Fees + stipend AUD $29,000

PhD/Research students

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