Griffith teaches across three trimesters, with most degrees starting in March, July and November. Applications for the main intake open about a year ahead, and Indian applicants should apply 3–4 months before their start date to allow for assessment and student-visa processing. Selection programs such as medicine and some health degrees have earlier, fixed deadlines.
Intakes
Deadline
Trimester 1 (teaching from March 2027) – main intake
Applications open around mid-2026; apply on a rolling basis but at least 3–4 months ahead, as this is the largest intake with the widest course choice and tightest visa timeline
Trimester 2 (teaching from July 2027)
Apply from around early 2027; broad selection of programs on a rolling basis
Trimester 3 (teaching from November 2027)
Apply from around August 2027; minor intake with limited postgraduate and specialised programs
Research & PhD programs
Open year-round, subject to supervisor availability and scholarship round dates
Competitive / selection programs (e.g. Medicine, Dentistry, some health and creative-arts degrees)
Earlier fixed closing dates with extra steps such as interviews, tests or a portfolio; offers issued later (e.g. August–December for the following T1)
Griffith University Fees for International Students
Griffith tuition for international students is program-specific and charged by trimester. The 2026 figures below are approximate annual estimates for tuition only. INR values are approximate (around ₹55 per AUD 1).
Level / Programme Type
International Full-Time Fee (per year)
Approx. in INR
Undergraduate (Bachelor's)
AUD 33,000 – 43,000
₹18.2L – ₹23.7L
Postgraduate Coursework (Master's)
AUD 33,000 – 45,000
₹18.2L – ₹24.8L
MBA
AUD 40,000 – 50,000
₹22.0L – ₹27.5L
Griffith University Programmes
Griffith offers 200+ programs across multiple levels, all built around real-world, industry-connected learning:
Bachelor's Degrees three- and four-year degrees in fields such as business, engineering and IT, nursing and health, criminology and law, environmental science, and the creative arts, many with placements and combined-degree options.
Master's & Postgraduate Coursework programs in high-demand areas like IT and cyber security, data science, public health, pharmacy, engineering and the MBA.
Higher Degrees by Research PhD and research master's degrees across Griffith's strengths in sustainability, health, marine and environmental science.
Pathways & English foundation, diploma and English-language programs through Griffith College and the English Language Institute for students who need an academic or language pathway.
Pioneering DisciplinesAustralia's first degrees in environmental science and Asian studies, plus the Queensland Conservatorium, Queensland College of Art and Griffith Film School at South Bank.
Career Focus degrees with embedded internships, placements and industry projects, many aligned with in-demand occupations.
Griffith University International Students Criteria
Undergraduate academic requirement: A recognised Year 12-equivalent qualification; Indian applicants typically need around 65–75% in their best subjects (about 70% for CBSE), with higher results for competitive programs. Some courses have subject prerequisites.
Postgraduate requirement: A recognised bachelor's degree with the required average (often around 65%+); some programs require relevant work experience, and the MBA may require a GMAT (around 550) if the academic average is not met.
English proficiency: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0), or TOEFL iBT 79, or PTE Academic 58. Some programs (health, education) require IELTS 7.0 or higher.
Pathways: Applicants who fall short of academic or English requirements can enter through Griffith College or the English Language Institute.
Supporting documents: Certified academic transcripts (translated into English where needed), proof of English proficiency, passport, and program-specific items such as a portfolio (e.g. for fine art or photography at South Bank).
Application: International students apply directly through Griffith (StudyLink Connect) or an authorised agent; you can request credit for prior study at the time of application.
Student visa: After accepting an offer and paying the tuition deposit, students receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) to apply for an Australian Student visa (Subclass 500), with proof of English, financial capacity and OSHC.
Griffith University Scholarships
Griffith offers international students a range of merit-based scholarships, most awarded as tuition-fee reductions and assessed on academic results. The awards below are open to Indian and other international students.
1. Griffith International Student Academic Merit Scholarship
A tuition-fee reduction of 10%–25% for the duration of the program.
Open to international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees.
Awarded automatically based on previous academic results, no separate application for most applicants.
2. Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship
A tuition-fee reduction of up to 25% for the duration of the program.
Open to high-achieving international students in undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.
Selection is based on academic excellence.
3. Griffith Sciences / Remarkable Scholarships (up to 50%)
A tuition-fee reduction of up to 50% throughout the study period.
Available to exceptional international students across selected undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Highly competitive, awarded for outstanding academic performance.
4. Griffith Graduate Research School Scholarships (HDR)
For students pursuing a PhD or research master's, with tuition support and a living-allowance stipend.
Selection is based on academic merit and research potential.
Open to international research applicants, including from India.
5. Country & Program-Specific Awards
Region-specific and discipline-specific entrance awards and in-course scholarships.
Some are targeted at particular programs or countries, check the current list for India-specific offers.
