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MS DURATION
1.5 - 2 years
Tuition Range
AUD 28,000 - 45,000/year
Avg Package (Indian Grads)
AUD 80,000 - 110,000/year
Part-time Work
48 hrs/fortnight
Top Universities
University | QS Ranking | Popular Programs | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
University of Melbourne | #13 | Law, Medicine, Data Science, Business | AUD 35,000 – 55,000/year |
University of Sydney | #18 | Architecture, Nursing, Veterinary Science, IT | AUD 37,000 – 52,000/year |
UNSW Sydney | #19 | Engineering, Renewable Energy, Law, Business | AUD 34,000 – 50,000/year |
Australian National University | #30 | Political Science, Philosophy, Earth Sciences | AUD 34,000 – 48,000/year |
Monash University | #37 | Pharmacy, Nursing, Education, Engineering | AUD 32,000 – 46,000/year |
University of Queensland | #40 | Environmental Science, Agriculture, Medicine | AUD 33,000 – 47,000/year |
University of Western Australia | #77 | Marine Science, Mining Engineering, Geology | AUD 30,000 – 45,000/year |
University of Adelaide | #82 | Dentistry, Petroleum Engineering, Agriculture | AUD 29,000 – 42,000/year |
Part-time work rules
International students in France are legally allowed to work up to 964 hours per year, which equates to roughly 20 hours per week (60% of full-time). All students are guaranteed the national minimum wage (SMIC), which is approximately €11.65 per hour. No special authorization is required for VLS-TS holders.
Post-Study Work Visa
Indian students graduating with a Master's degree in France are eligible for a 2-year 'Job Search/Business Creation' (RECE) visa. This allows graduates to stay and look for a job or start a business. France also has a special agreement with India allowing Indian alumni to receive 5-year short-stay Schengen visas.
Average Salary for Indian MS Graduates
ENTRY LEVEL
AUD 80,000 - 110,000/year (INR 45-65 LPA)
MID LEVEL
AUD 110,000 - 150,000/year (INR 65-85 LPA)
Exam Requirements
IELTS: 6.0-6.5 | TOEFL: 80-90 | GMAT: Often required for Grande Écoles / MBA | French Proficiency (DELF/DALF): Only if the course is taught in French; otherwise, English tracks are widely available.
Indian Community & Living Costs
Living costs range from €800 - €1,200 per month. Paris is the most expensive (€1,200+), while cities like Lyon or Toulouse are more affordable (€700-900). Students can benefit from CAF (housing subsidies) which can cover up to 30% of rent. Total estimated living cost: €9,600 - €14,400/year.