The Academies Australasia brand is now also well regarded internationally. It represents a unique education group with a wide range of operations, more than 112 years of experience and high standards. A group established in Australia that does Australia proud. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange 43 years ago, it is Australia’s longest listed education group. Public listed status means that apart from having to meet the well regarded and carefully supervised standards of the education sector, Academies Australasia colleges must also comply with the strict financial and reporting regulations of the ASX. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange 43 years ago, it is Australia’s longest listed education group. Public listed status means that apart from having to meet the well regarded and carefully supervised standards of the education sector, Academies Australasia colleges must also comply with the strict financial and reporting regulations of the ASX. There are 18 colleges, each with its own licence to operate as an education institution. Please click here for details of our colleges.

Knowing the average living costs in Australia is an important part of your financial preparation. For your reference, here are some of the costs associated with living and studying in Australia (all costs are in Australian dollars). The costs below are an approximate guide only and don't take into account your budget and spending habits.

 

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

Brisbane, capital of Queensland, is a large city on the Brisbane River. Clustered in its South Bank cultural precinct are the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre, with noted interactive exhibitions. Another South Bank cultural institution is Queensland Gallery of Modern Art, among Australia's major contemporary art museums. Looming over the city is Mt. Coot-tha, site of Brisbane Botanic Gardens.