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Post-study work visa of 2–3 years; Two main intakes (February and July).
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Australia vs Japan for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Australia and Japan: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Australia: median ₹97 lakh
- Japan: median ₹24 lakh
- Japan cheaper by ≈ ₹72 lakh
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Australia or Japan: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Japan is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹24 lakh versus ₹97 lakh in Australia. After graduation, Australia offers subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD), while Japan offers graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Australia vs Japan
- Median total cost
- Australia: ₹97 lakh · Japan: ₹24 lakh
- Duration
- Australia: 1.5–2 years (coursework) · Japan: 2 years
- Intakes
- Australia: February (Semester 1) · Japan: April (main) and September/October for English-taught programs
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Choose Japan if…
Low tuition at national universities; MEXT government scholarships.
Budget first
Japan is about ₹72 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: Australia (Subclass 485: typically 2 years) and Japan (Graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status).
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On our data, Japan has the lower median total cost (₹24 lakh vs ₹97 lakh).
Australia: Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). Japan: Graduates can change to a work visa with a job offer, or a job-hunting designated activities status.
Australia: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. Japan: Up to 28 hours a week with permission for activity outside status.
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