CRICOS stands for the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Only CRICOS-registered providers are legally permitted to enrol international students in Australia on a Student visa (Subclass 500). HeadStart Academy lists all 1,556 CRICOS-registered providers and 26,433 courses from the April 2026 register.

What student visa do I need to study in Australia?

Most international students require a Student visa (Subclass 500). You must be enrolled at a CRICOS-registered institution and hold a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). You will also need Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and must meet the Genuine Student (GS) requirement. For visa applications, always consult a registered MARA agent or the Department of Home Affairs.

How much does it cost to study in Australia?

Tuition fees vary widely by course level and institution. Bachelor degrees typically range from AUD 20,000–45,000 per year. Diplomas and VET courses range from AUD 5,000–25,000. The Department of Home Affairs currently cites living costs of AUD 29,710 per year for the primary Student visa applicant — always verify the latest figure on the Home Affairs website. Always confirm current fees directly with your chosen institution, as fees shown in CRICOS are indicative only.

Is HeadStart Academy a migration agent?

No. HeadStart Academy is a free information resource — not a registered migration agent. We do not provide immigration advice or visa application services. For visa advice, consult a registered MARA (Migration Agents Registration Authority) agent or visit the Department of Home Affairs website.

Education Courses in South Australia | International Students

Register snapshot — Education in South Australia

Counted from the official CRICOS extract: 206 non-expired education listings across 61 providers in South Australia. Where fee data is listed, estimated totals range from A$5,000 to A$185,000 (median about A$28,600). Median listed duration is 104 weeks. Figures are indicative only — confirm fees and intakes with each provider before you apply.

Graduate Diploma 49Masters Degree (Coursework) 38Bachelor Degree 32Diploma 29Certificate III 25Graduate Certificate 9

Why study Education in South Australia?

South Australia hosts 61 CRICOS providers with active education courses for overseas students. Use this page to shortlist providers and course codes, then open individual profiles for duration, campuses and visa context. Pair it with the South Australia study guide and the national Education hub.

Student visa (Subclass 500) applicants need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), OSHC, and to meet Genuine Student requirements. HeadStart Academy is not a migration agent — verify rules with Home Affairs or a registered MARA agent.

Top Education providers in South Australia

Flinders University Govt

CRICOS 00114A · 32 education courses

Adelaide University Govt

CRICOS 04249J · 29 education courses

University of South Australia (UniSA) Govt

CRICOS 00121B · 14 education courses

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide) Govt

CRICOS 00123M · 13 education courses

Proteus Technologies Pty Ltd

CRICOS 03581E · 6 education courses

Greenwich College Pty Ltd

CRICOS 02672K · 5 education courses

Education Training & Employment Australia Pty. Ltd.

CRICOS 02925E · 5 education courses

Macallan College Pty Ltd

CRICOS 03468F · 5 education courses

Mechanical Institute of Training and Technology Pty Ltd

CRICOS 03529J · 5 education courses

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 03739K · 5 education courses

ABBI Educational Services Pty Ltd

CRICOS 04050B · 5 education courses

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd

CRICOS 01331F · 4 education courses

Popular Education courses in South Australia

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III

TAFE SA · 111781J

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Diploma

TAFE SA · 118570H

Master of Education Masters Degree (Coursework)

Flinders University · 002648K

Doctor of Education Doctoral Degree

Flinders University · 024773A

Doctor of Philosophy (Education) Doctoral Degree

University of South Australia (UniSA) · 016149C

Doctor of Education Doctoral Degree

University of South Australia (UniSA) · 036294F

Doctor of Philosophy (Education) Doctoral Degree

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide) · 046396F

Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) with Bachelor of Arts Bachelor Degree

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide) · 047795E

Doctor of Education Doctoral Degree

Central Queensland University · 075084D

Graduate Certificate in Research Graduate Certificate

Central Queensland University · 097842M

Diploma of Arts Diploma

Alphacrucis University College Limited · 089240D

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Graduate Diploma

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd · 105018F

Graduate Certificate in Project and Problem-Based Learning Graduate Certificate

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd · 106736A

Bachelor of Education Studies (Early Childhood) Bachelor Degree

University of the Sunshine Coast · 115024C

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Graduate Diploma

ASHT Pty Ltd · 109390J

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Graduate Diploma

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment Ltd · 106063D

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III

Australian Child Care Career Options (ACCCO) Pty Ltd · 107920D

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Diploma

Australian Child Care Career Options (ACCCO) Pty Ltd · 107921C

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Graduate Diploma

Logic Entity Australia Pty Ltd · 103694H

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Graduate Diploma

Greenwich College Pty Ltd · 107097H

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III

Greenwich College Pty Ltd · 118185F

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III

Imagine Education Australia Pty Ltd as trustee for The Imagine Education Australia Unit Trust · 107589K

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Diploma

Imagine Education Australia Pty Ltd as trustee for The Imagine Education Australia Unit Trust · 107590F

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Diploma

EQUALS International (Aust) Pty Ltd · 107615B

Education by city in South Australia

Education in Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

How many Education CRICOS courses are in South Australia?

As at the April 2026 CRICOS snapshot used on this site, there are 206 non-expired education course listings delivered by 61 providers in South Australia.

Do I need a Student visa to study Education in South Australia?

Most international students need a Student visa (Subclass 500), a CoE from a CRICOS-registered provider, OSHC, and to meet Genuine Student and financial-capacity rules. Confirm current requirements on the Department of Home Affairs website.

How should I shortlist Education providers in South Australia?

Compare CRICOS course codes, duration weeks, indicative fees, delivery city, and any professional accreditation you need. Start with the providers and courses listed above, then open each course page for register-backed facts.

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Last reviewed: 7 August 2026.