Guides

Every guide on StudyAU — sorted by most recently updated.

• Australian CV and resume: How to format for the Australian job market

  5 Jan, 2026

  Australian CV and resume format: 2 pages, achievements not duties, no photo, keywords, ATS-friendly. Stand out to Australian employers.

• Safety in Australia — Crime Rates, Common Scams, and Emergency Services

  5 Jan, 2026

  Australia is safe overall (low violent crime). Common scams: fake job offers, dating/romance fraud, rental scams. Emergency: 000. Non-emergency police: 131 444.

• VET and TAFE vs University in Australia: When Each Makes Sense, 485 PVEW Stream

  5 Jan, 2026

  TAFE and VET in Australia: 1–3 years, AUD 15k–25k/year. Skilled trades, practical focus. Compare university pathway, 485 PVEW visa stream.

• PhD and Higher Degree by Research (HDR) in Australia: Scholarships, Funding, and Application Process

  29 Dec, 2025

  PhD and HDR in Australia: 3–4 years, RTP scholarships cover tuition + AUD 28k/year stipend. Top universities UNSW, Melbourne, ANU. Competitive entry.

• City vs. Regional Australia: Cost, Lifestyle, and the 485 Visa Extension Advantage

  23 Dec, 2025

  Compare studying in Australian cities (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane) vs. regional areas. Explore cost savings, lifestyle trade-offs, and the 485 visa extension benefit for regional graduates.

• Character Requirement for Student Visa: Police Clearance Certificate Guide

  22 Dec, 2025

  Character requirement for Subclass 500: police clearance certificate, criminal history, character assessment. Which countries require clearance.

• Networking in Australia: LinkedIn, professional bodies, alumni events, and job boards

  22 Dec, 2025

  Networking strategies for international graduates in Australia: LinkedIn, professional associations, alumni networks, GradConnection, industry events, mentorship.

• Bachelor vs Honours vs Coursework Master vs PhD in Australia: Choosing the Right Level

  22 Dec, 2025

  Bachelor, Honours, Coursework Master, PhD in Australia: duration, cost, career outcomes compared. Choosing the right qualification level.

• Sydney vs. Melbourne for International Students: Cost, Weather, Jobs, and Vibe

  15 Dec, 2025

  Direct comparison of Sydney vs. Melbourne for international students. Covers living costs, weather, job markets, universities, and lifestyle. Help you choose the right Australian city.

• Climate and Seasons in Australian Cities — What to Pack and Expect

  15 Dec, 2025

  Sydney: humid summers, mild winters (10–26°C). Melbourne: 4-seasons-in-a-day (8–25°C). Brisbane: subtropical year-round (15–30°C). Perth: Mediterranean heat (8–35°C). Adelaide: moderate (7–27°C).

• Health Requirements for Australian Student Visa: Medical Exam, Tests, Panel Physicians

  15 Dec, 2025

  Health requirements for Subclass 500: chest X-ray, HIV test, panel physician. Which applicants must undergo medical exam. Australian health standards.

• Job market for international graduates in Australia by field

  15 Dec, 2025

  Job market outlook for international graduates by field: IT, engineering, accounting, nursing, business analytics. Salary, demand, visa pathways.