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Life in Australia Cost of living
Life in Australia Cost of living
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Cost of living
As a prospective international student studying at GELI, it is important you understand about the cost of living in Australia. As each student's financial situation is different, we recommend you take some time and think about the cost of living in Australia. When estimating the cost of living some important costs you should consider are:
Accommodation
There are a lot of options when it comes to where to live in Brisbane or the Gold Coast. These include on-campus accommodation, off-campus accommodation and homestay.
Costs you should consider include:
- Rent
- Household expenses such as electricity, gas, water, telephone and internet
- Furniture
- Food
Transport
Brisbane has excellent public transport and there are also University buses that offer free transport between Griffith University campuses. Brisbane also has many bikeways and bike paths for cyclists and the CityCycle bike hire scheme allows you to hire a bike and cycle around Brisbane. Transport costs to consider include:
- Public transport costs (train, bus, cycle, river ferry etc)
- Cost of purchasing and running a car including car insurance, maintenance and petrol
| For more information on transport options in Brisbane please visit the Brisbane City Council website or watch this short video. |
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Other
Other costs students should consider include:
- Educational costs (books, student trips, course fees etc)
- Clothing
- Medical costs and health insurance
- Childcare
More information
If you have any concerns over the cost of living and studying in Brisbane, please contact us for more information. You may also find the following websites useful.
- The MoneySmart website contains information such as how to plan a budget, banking, and borrowing money
- Study Costs are explained on the Study in Australia website
- The Choice website is a great place to compare consumer products from unbiased reviews, and maybe save some money on your purchases
- The Department of Immigration and Citizenship outlines the yearly financial requirements for student visa applicants
