Living In Sydney / Kogarah
Attendance at Orientation is compulsory for all new students. It’s where you meet the campus, understand what’s expected of you, and start your course knowing exactly how things work.
Living in Sydney
Cost of Living
Sydney is not cheap, and pretending otherwise does not help you plan. The figures below are indicative weekly ranges for a single student living in the Kogarah and St George area — noticeably lower than inner-city Sydney, which is one of the practical reasons students choose this campus.
The Department of Home Affairs publishes minimum financial capacity requirements for student visa applicants. Check the current figure at homeaffairs.gov.au before you budget.
| Expense | Indicative Weekly Cost (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Shared accommodation (room in a shared house/apartment) | $220 – $380 |
| Homestay (including some meals) | $330 – $420 |
| Groceries and food | $100 – $160 |
| Public transport (Opal card) | $35 – $55 |
| Mobile and internet | $15 – $30 |
| Personal, social and incidental | $60 – $120 |
| Estimated Weekly Total | $460 – $765 |
Have a Question Before You Apply?
Work must not interfere with your course progress and attendance. Your primary purpose in Australia on a student visa is study, and failing to maintain satisfactory course progress can affect your visa
