Within Australia, Brisbane is one of the most affordable capital cities in which to live. Accommodation costs are lower than in Sydney and Melbourne, and compare favourably with the other capital cities. The cost of transport, food and entertainment is average for Australian cities. Because Brisbane is a large and diverse multicultural city, many different living styles are available. This means that the city can be enjoyed even on a student budget.
To assist in your preparations, you can find detailed information in QUT Accommodation Services - Cost of living or International Student Services - Support.
Related links
- Tips for living cheaply - a guide to healthy, low cost living.
- Calculate your Budget - plan your finances on a fortnightly basis.
- Budget calculator and Currency converter- a tool used to help calculate personal budgets in different currencies.