🇵🇭 Philippines → 🇦🇺 Australia

Study in Australia from Philippines

Studying in Australia from the Philippines combines strong nursing, engineering and IT programmes with a generous post-study visa, anchored by a convincing Genuine Temporary Entrant case.

Tuition AUD 20,000–AUD 45,000/year Visa 4–8 wks Free for students

🇵🇭 Philippines

From

🇦🇺 Australia

4–8 wks

Visa

Subclass 485 Graduate Visa

Post-study

Australia hosts a large and well-established Filipino community, and the Subclass 500 visa gives access to eight of the world's top 100 universities. The defining feature of the application is the Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement, which asks you to show that your study plan is genuine and well-reasoned.

Tuition of AUD 20,000–45,000 a year is offset by the Subclass 485 graduate visa, which allows two to four years of work depending on your study location.

Document attestation and the GTE statement from the Philippines

Apply through your institution and prepare your CHED-supported transcript and diploma with certified translations, alongside a carefully written GTE statement explaining your motivation and ties to the Philippines. Nursing applicants should keep their PRC licence and registration documents ready for professional assessment. The Subclass 500 application is lodged online through an ImmiAccount, with any biometrics handled at the authorised centre in Manila.

Costs, scholarships, visa timeline and the Subclass 485

Budget AUD 1,400–2,200 a month for living and show around AUD 29,710 covering living costs, tuition and a return flight. The Subclass 500 visa is generally decided in 4–8 weeks. Filipino students can apply for Australia Awards, Destination Australia grants or university scholarships, and graduates can apply for the Subclass 485 visa for two to four years of post-study work.

Your path from Philippines to Australia

GTE statement is critical — must demonstrate genuine intention to study then return or move on legally. Apply via IMMI account online.

1
Register free & build your profile
Create a student account and tell us your grades, budget and goals. It takes five minutes and costs nothing.
2
Get matched to universities
Our advisors shortlist programmes that fit your profile and explain admission requirements and deadlines.
3
Prepare documents & apply
We help you assemble transcripts, language scores and financial proof, then submit strong applications.
4
Visa & departure support
Once admitted, we guide your student visa application and help you prepare for arrival.

Costs, visa & requirements

Tuition	AUD 20,000–AUD 45,000/year
Living costs	AUD 1,400–2,200/month
Visa type	Student Visa Subclass 500
Financial proof	AUD 29,710 (living + tuition + return flight)
Processing time	4–8 weeks
Language	IELTS 6.0–7.0
Scholarships	Australia Awards, Destination Australia, University Scholarships

In-person support in Manila

Our Philippines office helps Philippines students with CHED credential verification, DFA apostille guidance, OFW student clearance and more — free of charge.

Visit our Philippines office →

Frequently asked questions

What is the GTE requirement for Filipino applicants?

The Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement asks you to show, in a written statement, that you genuinely intend to study and that your plans are credible. It is a central part of the Subclass 500 assessment.

How much money do I need for an Australian student visa?

You should demonstrate around AUD 29,710, which covers living costs, tuition and a return flight, in line with Home Affairs requirements for the Subclass 500.

How long is the post-study work visa in Australia?

The Subclass 485 graduate visa allows two to four years of work depending on your qualification and where in Australia you studied.