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Post-study work visa of 2–3 years; Two main intakes (February and July).
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Australia vs France for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Australia and France: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Australia: median ₹97 lakh
- France: median ₹75 lakh
- France cheaper by ≈ ₹21 lakh
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Australia or France: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, France is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹75 lakh versus ₹97 lakh in Australia. After graduation, Australia offers subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD), while France offers indian master's graduates: residence permit of up to 2 years to work. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Australia vs France
- Median total cost
- Australia: ₹97 lakh · France: ₹75 lakh
- Duration
- Australia: 1.5–2 years (coursework) · France: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- Australia: February (Semester 1) · France: September; some January
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Choose France if…
Low public tuition and top-ranked business schools; Up to 2 years of post-study stay for Indian master's graduates.
Budget first
France is about ₹21 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: Australia (Subclass 485: typically 2 years) and France (Indian master's graduates: residence permit of up to 2 years to work).
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On our data, France has the lower median total cost (₹75 lakh vs ₹97 lakh).
Australia: Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). France: Indian master's graduates: residence permit of up to 2 years to work.
Australia: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. France: Up to 964 hours per year.
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