Living in Australia – ECA College of Heath Sciences – CHS

Living in Australia

Important information for international students
arriving in Australia for the first time.

  • College Location

    Sydney

    The CHS Sydney campus is situated in Sydney’s new business and education hub Parramatta. Parramatta is a wonderfully eclectic mix of cultures, people and past times. You will never be short of places to explore and things to do in Sydney and Parramatta. Sydney is the financial capital of Australia with the Australian Stock Exchange located just a train ride away from the campus along with many of Australia’s largest business district. Our Parramatta campus is conveniently located in Central Business District (CBD) on Fitzwilliam Street. We are very well connected by the bus, train and light rail.

    Brisbane

    The CHS Brisbane campus is located in the central location of Fortitude Valley. Our Brisbane campus is within short walking distance of the fantastic parklands, river views, exquisite restaurants and entertainment facilities. Our campus is easily accessible and close to public transport as well as the city’s major shopping district.

  • Living in Australia

    For information on studying and living in Australia, please visit Study in Australia. This comprehensive site includes everything you need to know about living in Sydney or other cities in Australia, including accommodation, working, health, transport, as well as fantastic information about Australia’s states and regions.

    The Australian Government Department of Home Affairs provides useful information on Student Visa. Upon arrival you should have a minimum of AUD$2,500, in addition to the monthly average, to cover the initial cost of a laptop computer and establishment expenses, such as rental bond payment and basic furniture items.

    From May 10, 2024, international students will need to show evidence of $29,710 in savings. For more information, please click here.

  • Working on a Student Visa

    Immigration regulations in Australia allow you to work up to 48 hours per fortnight on a casual basis during course time, and full-time during vacation periods. Family members can also work up to 40 hours per fortnight throughout the year