{"id":248175,"date":"2026-10-22T17:05:50","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T09:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gostudyin.com\/philippines\/?post_type=gsi_study_guides&p=248175"},"modified":"2026-10-22T17:05:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T09:05:50","slug":"uk-vs-australia-for-filipino-students","status":"publish","type":"gsi_study_guides","link":"https:\/\/gostudyin.com\/philippines\/study-in-uk\/study-guides\/uk-vs-australia-for-filipino-students\/","title":{"rendered":"UK vs Australia for Filipino Students: Cost, Work Opportunities and Post-Study Options"},"content":{"rendered":"

UK vs Australia for Filipino students comes down to three questions: what the whole degree will cost, how much you can earn while studying, and what you can do afterwards.<\/p>\n

The UK is often cheaper at master’s level because degrees take about a year, while Australia allows more part-time hours and a longer post-study work visa for most graduates. Both countries changed key rules in 2026, including Australia’s new family restrictions from 2nd October 2026, so this comparison uses the latest settings.<\/p>\n

How Do the UK and Australia Compare for Filipino Students at a Glance?<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Factor<\/th>\nUK<\/th>\nAustralia<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Master’s length<\/td>\nAbout 1 year<\/td>\n1.5 to 2 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate entry after SHS<\/td>\nOften a foundation year first<\/td>\nMore often direct entry, depending on the university<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Part-time work<\/td>\n20 hours a week in term<\/td>\n48 hours a fortnight in term<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Post-study work visa<\/td>\n18 months from 2027 (3 years for PhD)<\/td>\n2 to 3 years, plus a regional extension<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bringing family<\/td>\nMainly research postgraduates<\/td>\nRestricted, with exemptions that may include ASEAN students<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Route to PR<\/td>\nSkilled Worker visa, then settlement<\/td>\nPoints-tested or employer-sponsored visas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
Compare UK and Australia for Your Course<\/a><\/div>\n

What Does It Cost to Study in the UK vs Australia From the Philippines?<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Cost Item<\/th>\nUK<\/th>\nAustralia<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Tuition (undergraduate, per year)<\/td>\n\u00a313,000 to \u00a325,000 (about \u20b11.08M to \u20b12.08M)<\/td>\nAUD 22,000 to 45,000 (about \u20b1968,000 to \u20b11.98M)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Student visa fee<\/td>\n\u00a3558 (about \u20b146,000)<\/td>\nAUD 2,500 (about \u20b1110,000), or AUD 2,050 for eligible ASEAN passport holders<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Health cover<\/td>\n\u00a3776 a year (about \u20b164,000)<\/td>\nRoughly AUD 500 to 800 a year (about \u20b122,000 to \u20b135,000)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Show money<\/td>\n\u00a31,203 a month outside London, up to nine months (about \u20b1900,000), plus unpaid first-year tuition<\/td>\nAUD 29,710 a year (about \u20b11.31M), plus tuition and return travel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

These are first-year figures, so programme length matters as much as annual fees. A one-year UK master’s often costs less overall than an 18 to 24 month Australian master’s, while a UK degree with a foundation year adds a fourth year of tuition and living costs.<\/p>\n

English test fees add roughly \u20b112,000 to \u20b118,000 unless your university accepts a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter. Peso figures are approximate and based on late 2026 exchange rates.<\/p>\n

Lower-fee options are covered in affordable UK universities for Filipino students<\/a>, while the cost of studying in Australia<\/a> and the real cost of studying abroad<\/a> break down living costs. Funding can also change the comparison, since Chevening and Australia Awards fully fund postgraduate study and many universities offer discounts.<\/p>\n

Browse scholarships and funding opportunities for Filipino students planning to study abroad<\/a> to see what you could apply for.<\/p>\n

How Much Can Filipino Students Earn Working Part-Time in the UK vs Australia?<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Work Detail<\/th>\nUK<\/th>\nAustralia<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Hours limit<\/td>\n20 hours a week in term (degree level)<\/td>\n48 hours a fortnight while your course is in session<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum hourly pay<\/td>\n\u00a312.71 for ages 21 and over<\/td>\nAUD 26.44, or AUD 33.05 for casual staff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gross pay at the limit, per fortnight<\/td>\nAbout \u00a3508 (about \u20b142,000)<\/td>\nAbout AUD 1,269 to 1,586 (about \u20b156,000 to \u20b170,000)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Holidays<\/td>\nFull-time in official breaks<\/td>\nUnlimited in official breaks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Hour limits cover all your jobs combined, not each job separately. Figures are gross, before tax, and part-time work isn’t guaranteed, so treat earnings as a bonus rather than part of your show money. Australia allows more hours at a higher minimum wage, which is why many Filipino students ask which country lets them work more.<\/p>\n

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Expert View<\/p>\n

“Families often compare annual tuition first, but the number of years you pay for matters more. A UK foundation year or a longer Australian master’s can shift the total by hundreds of thousands of pesos, so ask every university for the full programme length and total cost.<\/em>” – Joanna Alejandro, Country Manager, StudyIn – Philippines<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Post-Study Work Visa UK vs Australia: Which Gives Filipino Graduates More Time?<\/h2>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/th>\nUK Graduate Route<\/th>\nAustralia Subclass 485<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Length<\/td>\n18 months for new applicants from 1st January 2027, 3 years for PhD<\/td>\n2 years for bachelor’s and coursework master’s, 3 years for research degrees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Extra time<\/td>\nNone<\/td>\n1 to 2 more years after regional study and residence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Age limit<\/td>\nNone<\/td>\n35 or under at application, with exceptions for research degrees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application fee<\/td>\nFee plus health surcharge<\/td>\nAUD 5,750 (about \u20b1253,000) from 1st July 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job offer needed<\/td>\nNo<\/td>\nNo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Filipino students starting in 2027 would graduate under the UK’s 18-month Graduate Route, so Australia’s visa gives more time but costs more upfront. Many Filipino graduates of UK courses return home, so a one-year master’s followed by a short work period suits those planning to return.<\/p>\n

Australia suits those planning a longer stay, though limits on family members for Temporary Graduate visa holders have also been announced and are not yet in force. Rules change often, so check the current settings before you apply.<\/p>\n

Plan Your Post-Study Pathway<\/a><\/div>\n

Which Country Offers a Clearer Path to Permanent Residency?<\/h2>\n

Neither country guarantees permanent residency, and both routes depend on skilled work and the rules in force when you apply.<\/p>\n