Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, Indiana, Australia
from ₹10.1 L/yrTuition
106Courses
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Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Australia
We compared 134 universities in Australia — typical tuition is ₹8.46 L a year.
Universities134
Typical tuition₹8.46 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹2.6 L – ₹32.4 Llowest course fee
Cities41
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Australia
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 134 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
from ₹5.15 L/yrTuition
56Courses
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The University of Western Australia
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
from ₹5.97 L/yrTuition
30Courses
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Australian National University
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
from ₹5.58 L/yrTuition
28Courses
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Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
from ₹3.58 L/yrTuition
15Courses
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Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
from ₹3.33 L/yrTuition
14Courses
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At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, Indiana | — | ₹10.1 L | 106 |
| The University of Sydney | Sydney | — | ₹13.03 L | 67 |
| The University of Queensland | Brisbane, Queensland | — | ₹5.15 L | 56 |
| University of New South Wales | Kensington | — | ₹3.38 L | 46 |
| The University of Melbourne | Melbourne | — | ₹14.21 L | 45 |
| Monash University | Melbourne, Victoria | — | ₹3.8 L | 40 |
| Deakin University | Burwood | — | ₹6.29 L | 37 |
| The University of Adelaide | Adelaide | — | ₹10.25 L | 35 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Australia?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Carnegie Mellon University, The University of Sydney, The University of Queensland, University of New South Wales, The University of Melbourne. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Australia?
Across 134 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹8.46 L a year, ranging from ₹2.6 L to ₹32.4 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Australia?
Victoria University has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹2.6 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
134 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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