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Cities in Australia

If you’re reading this, you may have been considering which cities to study in Australia.

By comparing some of the key factors, we hope it gives you a sense of which city may be ideal to live in.

Melbourne

Living Cost	Relatively high living costs in terms of rent and school fees
Climate	Known to have ‘4 seasons in 1 day’, remember to bring an umbrella with you!
Student Population	164,000 International Students
Attractions	Trendy cafes, rooftop bars, numerous hiking trails, art galleries and beautiful beaches

Sydney

Living Cost	Relatively High
Climate	Regularly bright blue, sunny skies
Student Population	193,000 International Students
Attractions	World-famous beaches, over 100km of national parks and thriving nightlife

Perth

Living Cost	Moderate
Climate	Mediterranean climate, the sunniest city in Australia with blue skies 70% of the year
Student Population	36,000 International Students
Attractions	Beaches with white sand and crystal-clear waters; endless stunning coastlines and picturesque beaches

Brisbane

Living Cost	Moderate
Climate	Always sunny and never too cold in winter
Student Population	78,000 International Students
Attractions	Bustling with Theme parks, beaches and sporting events

Canberra

Living Cost	Moderate
Climate	Always sunny and never too cold in winter
Student Population	12,000 International Students
Attractions	Nature reserves and man-made lake right in the city

Adelaide

Living Cost	Relatively Low
Climate	Hot summer and chilly winters
Student Population	25,000 International Students
Attractions	Great wineries, festivals and events

Tasmania

Living Cost	Relatively Low
Climate	As it is an island, the weather is just generally cool especially closer to the coasts.
Student Population	6,000 International Students
Attractions	Many renown attractions including “wineglass bay” and one of the best places to see the southern lights (aurora) in Australia

Darwin

Living Cost	Relatively Low
Climate	Balmy nights, perfect for outdoor adventures
Student Population	2,000 International Students
Attractions	Range of activities from Asian food markets, crocodile encounters to open-air movies and sunset cruises

This is just a general comparison between the various cities but to find more specific information, please send us a message through the online chat and our staff from Australia will answer your questions.