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Australia vs Italy for Indian Students

A side-by-side comparison of studying in Australia and Italy: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.

  • Australia: median ₹97 lakh
  • Italy: median ₹33 lakh
  • Italy cheaper by ≈ ₹64 lakh
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Australia or Italy: which is better for Indian students?

On our university data, Italy is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹33 lakh versus ₹97 lakh in Australia. After graduation, Australia offers subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD), while Italy offers residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.

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Australia vs Italy

Median total cost
Australia: ₹97 lakh · Italy: ₹33 lakh
Duration
Australia: 1.5–2 years (coursework) · Italy: 1–2 years
Intakes
Australia: February (Semester 1) · Italy: September/October (main)

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Australia vs Italy: the numbers

Australia vs Italy: the numbers
ItemAustraliaItaly
Universities on our list3310
Median total cost (₹)₹97 lakh₹33 lakh
Lowest total costFederation University — ₹87 lakhBologna — ₹27 lakh
Tuition≈ AUD 30,000 – 55,000 per year≈ €500 – €4,000 per year at public universities (often income-based); private €6,000 – €20,000
Living costsLiving-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover≈ €700 – €1,100 per month (Milan is costliest)
Master's length1.5–2 years (coursework)1–2 years
IntakesFebruary (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), some NovemberSeptember/October (main), February (selected programs)
Work during study48 hours per fortnight during study periodsUp to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year)
After graduationSubclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
Visa feeAUD 2,000 base application charge (from July 2025), plus charges for any family members€50 visa fee
Proof of fundsAUD 29,710 a year for living costs (main applicant), plus tuition and travelThe minimum monthly amount set each academic year, plus return travel

Our view

Which suits you?

Choose Australia if…

Post-study work visa of 2–3 years; Two main intakes (February and July).

Choose Italy if…

Low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships; World-famous programs in design, architecture and engineering.

Budget first

Italy is about ₹64 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.

Career first

Compare post-study work: Australia (Subclass 485: typically 2 years) and Italy (Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation).

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On our data, Italy has the lower median total cost (₹33 lakh vs ₹97 lakh).

Australia: Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). Italy: Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.

Australia: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. Italy: Up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).

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