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Study in Perth

This guide explains student life in Perth, Australia, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,337, Perth enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters., Student visa (subclass 500) guidance, 10 universities. Explore verified details for Australia below.

Perth, Australia
Perth, Australia — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$1,337
Climate
Perth enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Safety score
80/100
English friendliness
100%
Student visa
Student visa (subclass 500)
Work while studying
Up to 48 hours per fortnight during study terms, and unlimited hours during study breaks.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$704
  • Food$325
  • Transport$97
  • Leisure$211

Rent is for aroom in a shared house, based on Curtin University's estimated range of AUD 250-400 per week.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Beautiful beaches and a relaxed, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
  • Lower cost of living compared to Sydney and Melbourne.
  • Strong local economy with good part-time job opportunities.
  • Shares a time zone with much of Asia, making it easier to stay in touch with home.

Considerations

  • One of the most geographically isolated major cities in the world, making travel expensive.
  • Public transport is less extensive than in Australia's east coast cities.
  • Summer temperatures can be extremely hot and dry.

Student housing in Perth

Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Perth, Australia. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.

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Universities in Perth

Official sources

Follows Curtin University's published minimum living cost estimate of AUD 475 per week (AUD 2,058/month) for a single student in Perth, converted to USD. Figures apply to 2025.

Figures for Perth are taken from the published official student budgets listed below, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2025. Last reviewed September 2026.

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