Master's in Computer Science
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security.
🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia · Public
Australian National University Fees for Indian Students
ANU (Canberra) is known for national research university in Canberra. Below: tuition, living costs in Canberra, the total in rupees and loan options.
- Total ≈ ₹1.02 crore – ₹1.13 crore
- Tuition AUD 45,000 – AUD 52,000 a year
- Intakes: February (Semester 1)
- Typical loan ₹72 lakh – ₹1.02 crore
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How much does ANU cost for Indian students?
A 2-year master's at Australian National University costs about ₹1.02 crore – ₹1.13 crore in total for an Indian student: tuition of AUD 45,000 – AUD 52,000 a year, living costs of about AUD 30,000 a year and one-time visa and travel costs of ₹3.5 lakh – ₹5 lakh. Most families borrow ₹72 lakh – ₹1.02 crore and cover the rest from savings or scholarships.
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Official sources: Australian National University — official website · Home Affairs — Student visa (subclass 500)
ANU at a glance
- Location
- Canberra, ACT, Australia
- Type
- Public university
- Known for
- National research university in Canberra
- Tuition (international)
- AUD 45,000 – AUD 52,000 a year
- Living costs used
- AUD 30,000 a year
- Total for 2 years
- ₹1.02 crore – ₹1.13 crore
- Intakes
- February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), some November
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa)
- Work during study
- 48 hours per fortnight during study periods
- After graduation
- Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
- Official website
- anu.edu.au
Fee breakdown
ANU cost for Indian students
2-year master's, at AUD 1 ≈ ₹66. Tuition varies by program — use the figure on your offer letter.
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ANU vs similar universities in Australia
The 6 closest by total cost; 4 of them cost less in total.
Living there
Living costs in Canberra
Australia's capital, with government and research employers. A room in shared housing usually costs AUD 1,100 – AUD 1,600 a month, and a realistic yearly budget is AUD 25,300 – AUD 31,300.
For the cost table we use AUD 30,000 a year — planning figure close to the Home Affairs living-cost amount. During your studies you can work 48 hours per fortnight during study periods.
The student visa assesses the Genuine Student requirement and needs OSHC health cover for the whole stay.
Funding
How Indian students fund ANU
Typical loan: ₹72 lakh – ₹1.02 crore. EMIs on a ₹86 lakh loan start after the course and moratorium.
Timeline
Applying to ANU for the February 2027 intake
- 01
10–12 months before
Take IELTS; shortlist programs at ANU and similar universities.
- 02
8–10 months before
Write your SOP, request two or three LORs and prepare transcripts.
- 03
6–9 months before
Apply on ANU's application portal and to scholarships.
- 04
4–6 months before
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and start the education loan (₹72 lakh – ₹1.02 crore).
- 05
2–4 months before
Apply for the Subclass 500 Student visa: receive the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is AUD 45,000 – AUD 52,000 a year for international students. With living costs the total for a 2-year master's is about ₹1.02 crore – ₹1.13 crore.
At AUD 1 ≈ ₹66, a year's tuition is about ₹30 lakh – ₹34 lakh. Exchange rates move, so we recalculate with the live rate before you pay.
Of the 6 universities closest to it in cost, 4 cost less in total and 2 cost more. ANU's tuition is above the middle of our Australia list.
Yes, within visa rules: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. Part-time income helps with living costs but shouldn't be counted on for tuition.
Often, yes — private banks and NBFCs lend unsecured amounts for many universities if the co-applicant's income is steady. Larger amounts at the lowest rates usually need collateral. Most families borrow ₹72 lakh – ₹1.02 crore.
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), some November. Start preparing 10–12 months ahead; popular programs fill early.
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