Cost of living

Brisbane is an affordable city to live in, but you should still plan carefully to make sure you have enough money.

You'll need to pay for:

  • accommodation
  • food
  • study materials
  • transport
  • entertainment
  • personal expenses.

You will normally need approximately $18,000 a year, not including your tuition fees.

Establishment costs

During your first few weeks, you may need $1,700 to $2,000 to establish yourself, which might include:

  • temporary accommodation
  • bond and rent for when you find permanent accommodation
  • connection fees for electricity, telephone, and gas
  • internet plan
  • basic furniture and homewares.

You'll also need to buy food and pay for transport in your first few weeks.

Weekly costs

You should budget approximately $350-$400 each week for your expenses.

This includes money for:

  • rent
  • food
  • transport
  • electricity, internet and telephone bills
  • photocopying and stationery
  • entertainment.

Contacts

Study Abroad and Exchange Office

  • Phone: 3138 1217
  • Int. phone: +61 7 3138 1217
  • Fax: 3138 1216
  • Email: stae@qut.edu.au

Level 1, A Block, Room 110Gardens Point
2 George St, Brisbane QLD
4000

Opening hours: Monday - Friday, 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm

Postal address:
Study Abroad & Exchange Office
GPO Box 2434
Brisbane QLD 4001