.png)
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
Non-EU students can work up to 16 hours per week during the academic year OR full-time during June, July, and August. The employer must apply for a work permit (TWV) on behalf of the student, which is usually a formality but takes a few weeks to process.
Post-Study Work Visa
The Netherlands offers an 'Orientation Year' (Zoekjaar) visa for graduates of top 200 global universities or Dutch universities. It allows graduates 1 year to find work as a 'highly skilled migrant.' During this year, graduates have unrestricted access to the labor market (no work permit needed).
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: 6.5-7.0 | TOEFL: 90-100 | GRE: Rarely required except for specific technical programs at TU Delft or Eindhoven. High emphasis on relevant undergraduate research.
Indian Community & Living Costs
Living expenses average €1,000 - €1,500 per month. Housing is the biggest challenge, especially in Amsterdam and Utrecht. The Netherlands has one of the largest Indian expat communities in Europe, particularly in the tech and finance sectors. Total estimated living cost: €12,000 - €18,000/year.