There are 43 universities in Australia, with at least one main campus located in each state or territory. Most universities have more than one campus and are located across multiple states and territories, providing you with a choice of where in Australia you would like to study.

Australia is one of the most popular international education destinations for Nepalese students seeking education abroad. According to the Australian Government Department of Education, 43,282 Nepali students are enrolled in Australian courses for the January 2023 session, compared to 57,182 students for the January-December 2022 session. After China and India, Nepal has consistently ranked third in terms of "student banks to Australia.

Many top-tier universities and other institutions that consistently place highly in international university rankings are located in Australia. The variety of undergraduate and graduate programs offered by these institutions ensures that students have many options to choose from.

Studying in Australia offers not only academic growth but also a chance to embrace a vibrant lifestyle and immerse oneself in diverse cultural experiences. Australia's high-quality education system, a diverse range of courses, job prospects, and multicultural environment make it a preferred choice for Nepalese students. 

Intake
Intakes typically occur twice a year in Australia, in February and July, with a few universities offering multiple intakes in September and November. It is advised that you begin submitting applications ideally 7-8 months in advance of the intake. Applications are typically processed by universities in 4-6 weeks.

Popular Courses in Australia for Nepalese Students
- Nursing
- IT & Communication
- Accounting, Business & Commerce
- Hospitality Management
- Engineering
- Humanities & Social Science
- Law

There are 43 universities in Australia, with at least one main campus located in each state or territory.  Most universities have more than one campus and are located across multiple states and territories, providing you with a choice of where in Australia you would like to study.

Here is a list of some of the best Australian universities and colleges that Nepali students have chosen:
- University of Wollongong(UOW) : https://www.uow.edu.au/future/international/index.html
- Monash University https://www.monash.edu/study/international
- Central Queensland University (CQU)  https://www.cqu.edu.au/study/international
- La Trobe University  https://www.latrobe.edu.au/international
- Charles Sturt University (CSU) https://study.csu.edu.au/international
- Charles Darwin University- https://www.cdu.edu.au/international
- Macquarie University - https://www.mq.edu.au/international.php
- James Cook University  https://www.jcu.edu.au/international/
- Edith Cowan University https://www.ecu.edu.au/degrees/international
- Curtin University  https://international.curtin.edu.au/
- University of South Australia (UniSA)  https://www.unisa.edu.au/study-at-unisa/international-students/
- University of Technology, Sydney :  https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/international
- University of Tasmania (UTAS)  https://www.utas.edu.au/international
- Macquarie University https://www.mq.edu.au/international.php
- Griffith University https://www.griffith.edu.au/international
- University of Canberra ( UC) http://www.canberra.edu.au/international
- Southern Cross University (SCU) -  https://scu.edu.au/international/
- University of Southern Queensland - https://www.usq.edu.au/study/international