Australia is home to top universities, unique nature, vibrant cities and beautiful beaches. The sum of all these factors has made this country one of the most popular study destinations abroad. By 2022 (1400), about 600,000 international students were studying in this country, which has increased by about 5% compared to the previous year. In this article, we will examine how to accommodate this number of international students in Australia and affordable options.
The problem of settling international students in Australia
With the rising cost of living in Australia, many international students are concerned about finding affordable student accommodation. In fact, the rapid increase in rent in this country has made international students look for more affordable options. The increase in the inflation rate up to 6% and the increase in the cost of food, rent and transportation have made it difficult for international students to meet their living expenses.
Currently, the average cost of living for international students who choose to study in Australia is around 1,400 to 2,500 Australian dollars per month. For an international student coming to Australia for the first time, finding affordable housing is the number one concern for higher education in this country.
Although staying at the university in the first year seems comfortable, but it is associated with high costs. According to the latest immigration news, off-campus accommodation options are not only affordable and safe, but also located near universities.
Affordable options for student accommodation in Australia
International students who choose to study at Australian universities can live in affordable and safe dormitories in this country. Below are 4 cheap student accommodation options in Australia.
Stay in the home of Australian citizens Homestay
Average cost of accommodation: from about 110 to 270 Australian dollars per week
One of the cost-effective accommodation options for international students in Australia is to stay in the home of Australian natives. These families usually advertise an extra room online to accommodate international students.
While staying in these houses, students enjoy services such as laundry and food preparation from these families.
Staying in the homes of Australian citizens is not only an inexpensive accommodation option, but also a great way to integrate with Australian culture and customs. By living with Australian families, international students get to know the culture and customs as well as the language of this country in a short time. Australian university student accommodation services usually have a list of approved houses. The Australia Homestay Network (AHN) website offers international students the best accommodation options in the homes of Australian citizens. Immigration lawyers in immigration institutions also have up-to-date and reliable information about this type of student residence in Australia.
Staying in student hostels
Average cost of accommodation: from about 80 to 135 Australian dollars per week
Another option for cheaper student accommodation is student accommodation in Australia. These student dormitories are located outside the university campus. In these dormitories, students have access to common spaces such as kitchens and bathrooms with other students. For many international students who are interested in interacting and socializing with other students, this is the best accommodation option. Preparing food and cooking in these types of dormitories is the responsibility of the students. In fact, students can communicate with other students by preparing food. In terms of security, these dormitories are usually monitored by security supervisors of universities, and travel regulations are considered for students.
Stay as demi pair
Average cost of stay: Free
International students in Australia can live with a native family while studying, take care of a child of that family, or perform household duties. In return for doing these things, students can get free accommodation. The purpose of this program is to make it possible to earn high income while studying in Australian universities. By doing this, students not only save money on rent and food, but also save money to cover their living expenses in this country. However, to choose this type of student accommodation, students must have childcare experience.
Staying in rental houses Rental property
Average cost of accommodation: from around AUD 80 per week
Rented houses are another affordable option for international student accommodation in Australia. Many international students choose this option for their accommodation. The high cost of renting rented houses in Australia makes students live in shared houses. It is very important to choose the right students for shared life in these rented houses. Many of these houses are not furnished and students have to provide their own living things.
Conclusion
Finding suitable accommodation for student accommodation in Australia and any other country is one of the concerns of international students. Fortunately, there are affordable student accommodation for international students in Australia. To know the conditions and costs of these types of student dormitories, you can consult with the consultants and lawyers of Istehabanati Immigration Institute. This immigration institution has active branches in Isfahan, Tehran, Tabriz, Shiraz, Rasht and Mashhad. The consultants of this institution provide the conditions for obtaining an Australian student visa and studying in the universities of this country.
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