Live in Australia

Why Study in Australia?

Australia is one of the most popular study destinations in the world—and for good reason. With a population of over 23 million people from diverse cultural backgrounds, it’s a truly multicultural country where international students are welcomed and supported.

Australia ranks as the 4th happiest country in the world (Prosperity Index 2012) and is home to five of the world’s top 30 student cities (Top University Rankings 2012), making it an ideal place to live and learn.

Beyond academics, Australia offers an amazing lifestyle. Surrounded by ocean, it’s famous for its beautiful beaches, national parks, and relaxed outdoor culture. Whether you love nature, adventure, or just want a peaceful place to study, Australia has something for you.

And with English as the official language, it’s easy to adapt both in and out of the classroom.

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What’s Life Like in Sydney?

Sydney is Australia’s largest and most iconic city, and the capital of New South Wales. Famous for landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach, it’s a vibrant and exciting place to live and study.

As a truly multicultural city, Sydney offers a wide variety of international cuisines, bustling shopping areas, and cultural hubs like Chinatown, which is just a short walk from IIBT.

Sydney is also home to many respected colleges, institutes, and universities, attracting students from all over the world. Getting around the city is easy with public transport options including trains, buses, ferries, metro, and light rail. Students can use discounted travel cards to explore the city affordably.

In your free time, you can relax on one of Sydney’s many beautiful beaches or explore the bushland and national parks just an hour from the city. With cinemas, cafes, restaurants, and countless student-friendly activities, Sydney offers a great balance between study and lifestyle.

Living in Australia

• Study in Australia
  The official Australian Government website for international students. Find courses, scholarships, institutions, student stories, and practical info on living and studying in Australia. Managed by Austrade.

• What’s On in Sydney
  Discover the best events, festivals, exhibitions, and activities in Sydney. This site is curated by the City of Sydney and helps you explore what’s happening around town.

• Transport NSW
  Plan your travel in New South Wales with real-time information on trains, buses, ferries, metro, and light rail. Apps, mobile access, and a 24/7 trip planner are available. You can also call 131 500 for assistance.

• Gumtree – Share Accommodation
  A popular platform for finding shared housing and flatmates. Great for students looking for affordable accommodation options.

• Flatmates.com.au
  One of Australia’s most trusted platforms for finding flatshares and housemates. Offers detailed listings and filters to help match you with compatible roommates.

• Domain – Apartment Rentals
  Search for apartments and houses to rent across Australia. Domain offers powerful search tools for students looking for long-term accommodation.

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Working While Studying

• Gumtree – Job Listings
  Find casual and part-time jobs, often ideal for students. You can also browse other local classifieds like items for sale, flatshares, and more.

• Seek
  One of Australia’s largest job search engines. Browse thousands of listings for casual, part-time, and graduate jobs across all industries.

• GoVolunteer
  Looking to build experience or give back? Find volunteer roles that suit your interests, availability, and location.

• Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
  Learn about tax requirements for working students. The ATO site has info on tax file numbers (TFNs), superannuation, and how to lodge your tax return.

• NSW Fair Trading
  Understand your rights as a tenant, consumer, or worker. NSW Fair Trading ensures businesses and landlords follow ethical and legal practices.

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Government & Student Support

• Department of Home Affairs (DHA)
  Everything you need to know about visas, immigration, working rights, and living in Australia as an international student.

• Department of Education
  The official website for Australia’s national education policies and programs, including information on higher education and international education.

• Australian Education International (AEI)
  A part of the Department of Education, AEI supports Australia’s position as a global leader in education and helps international students connect with institutions and programs.

• Overseas Student Ombudsman
  If you’re having issues with a private education provider in Australia, this is your go-to support service. They investigate complaints fairly and independently.

Homestay students can be any age, but if you’re under 18 your booking process will be more detailed. No matter your age, you will need to stay in a homestay for a minimum of  1 month.

Our partner, Australian Homestay Network (AHN), will match you with an appropriate homestay host. You will meet the host and see the house for the first time when you move in.

All homestay arrangements include:

• a furnished private room in a caring environment (with desk, chair and study lamp)
• access to bathroom and laundry facilities
• household utilities (electricity, gas, etc)
• meals are provided based on your chosen meal package
• homestay host and student support
• AHN 24/7 professional phone support
• AHN insurance.
• easy online payment system

Applying online is a simple process, and AHN has an easy-to-use online portal to help make your homestay easier to manage. Click here to apply!

https://www.homestaynetwork.org/iibt-students/