Studying in Australia
Cost of Living
It is estimated that it costs around $29,710 per year plus tuition fees and insurance to live in Australia. You can calculate the cost of living applying to your circumstances and lifestyle by going to the Australian government’s website at www.studyaustralia.gov.au.
Overseas Student Health Cover
Student visa holders must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) during their stay in Australia because it covers your visits to doctors and, depending on your level of cover, hospital treatment, ambulance and medicines. You can find out more about OSHC, who it’s for and what it covers, by visiting the Australian government website at www.studyaustralia.gov.au.
If you have problems arranging OSHC, contact Student Services.
For medical emergencies, the nearest hospital from the Rhodes campus is the Concord Repatriation General Hospital, located on Hospital Road, Concord NSW 2139. The contact number is 02 9767 5000. For detailed information on hospital services and facilities, visit www.slhd.nsw.gov.au.
The nearest hospital from the North Parramatta campus is Westmead Hospital, located on the corner of Hawkesbury Road and Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145. The contact number is 02 8890 5555. For detailed information on hospital services and facilities, visit www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au.
Accommodation Options
While studying in Australia, you have to think about where you want to stay.
Accommodation options include:
• Managed student accommodations
• Private rental or
• Homestay
You can read more information about alternative accommodation at insiderguides.com.au.
ITC also keeps a list of accommodation options which is available from Student Services.
School-aged dependants
To bring school-aged dependants with you when you study in Australia, you will need to arrange for them to attend school.
In New South Wales (NSW), school fees apply to most dependants of temporary residents. There are some exceptions. You can find more information by visiting the NSW Department of Education’s International Students website: education.nsw.gov.au.
Transport
Opal is the electronic ticketing system used on public transport in NSW. This includes train, ferry, bus and light rail travel. You can order an adult Opal card or a child/youth Opal card online at: www.opal.com.au, or pick one up at selected service centres. For detailed information on public transport options, phone: 131 500 or visit www.transportnsw.info.
The ESOS Framework
The ESOS (Education Services for Overseas Students) Framework is a set of laws and regulations that protect the rights of international students studying in Australia.
The ESOS Framework is designed to:
- Ensure that international students are provided with accurate information about their course and the institution.
- Protect the rights of international students and ensure they receive quality education and support.
- Outline the responsibilities of education providers and the rights of students under Australian law.
Key Components of the ESOS Framework:
- The ESOS Act 2000: This Act regulates the provision of education to international students and outlines the obligations of education providers.
- The National Code 2018: This Code sets out the standards that education providers must meet to ensure that international students are supported and informed throughout their study.
- The Tuition Protection Service (TPS): This service ensures that international students are protected and can complete their studies if their education provider defaults.
For detailed information about the ESOS Framework, including official Australian Government materials and resources, you can visit the following links: