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MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Accomodation

Living accommodation in Sydney while studying at KOI

General Information
Students should be aware that the costs of studying in Australia will depend on your education provider, the level of study you choose and your study location in Australia.

It is important that you maintain a realistic budget by understanding the costs that you are likely to face as a student in Sydney.

If you are an international student, you must comply with financial obligations set by the Department of Home Affairs. The actual cost may vary depending on your needs and choice of lifestyle.

Below is a list of major expenses items that you will need to include in your weekly budgeting:

• – Accommodation
• – Utilities and communication such as electricity & gas bills, mobile phones and internet bills
• – Food and groceries
• – Travel and transport
• – Entertainment and socialising
• – Academic needs such as study materials, stationery

Accommodation Options:

2stay Accommodation - 2stay Accommodation offers a range of accommodation options for international visitors to Australia. Through 2stay, students can choose from a variety of accommodation providers as shown below.

CozzyStay Accommodation
CozzyStay offers top end quality, brand new fully furnished houses that guarantee security and superb comfort.

• Single and Twin share rooms in student accommodation - There are single or twin share rooms with shared bathrooms. The common areas are beautiful and fully equipped.
• Travelling and Location - All our accommodation locations are a short walk away from public transport in the best areas of Sydney, the Eastern and North suburbs.
• Safety and security - Each room has its own key and can be locked. Also, we regularly run inspections to ensure security.

Moving in
Our Airport transfer representative will take you to the fully furnished accommodation, so you can enjoy:

• Full bed linen set.
• Built in wardrobes.
• Laundry facilities.
• Bed and study desk.
• And much more…

Homestay Plus
Would you like to enjoy the unique experience of living with an Australian family? Homestay Plus families are carefully chosen in order to offer our guests an unforgettable cultural exchange experience.

• Single and Twin share rooms in student accommodation - This is also a great opportunity for students to develop their language skills.
• Travelling and Location - The Homestay houses are all normally located around a 45 – 60 minute commute to the city center.
• Safety and security - Families are chosen carefully and continually inspected. Other students have provided positive feedback about them and that is how Homestay Plus continues with them.

Moving in
Homestay Plus’ families provide:

• Room furnished.
• Full bed linen set with blankets and towels.
• Laundry facilities.
• Breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday and three meals on weekends.
• Insured families

For more information check out the flyer or visit the website.

Austay Accommodation – Share accommodation is the best value for money accommodation available for international students in Australia and it provides you with a great opportunity to meet people from different parts of the World.

• Single and Twin share rooms in student accommodation - Our houses and apartments are fully furnished and equipped – no need to buy anything.Room of your choice – spacious, tidy and homely houses and apartments offer single, twin share rooms and rooms with own bathroom.
• Travelling and Location - Accommodation is situated 20 minutes travel time from the Sydney City Centre. Conveniently located with easy access to public transport (5 – 10 min from the nearest train and bus station). All our houses and units are located in Southern Sydney.
• Safety and security - Each bedroom has it’s own key and can be locked for security.

Moving in
Here are just some of the benefits of staying in Austay Accommodation:

• No bills – All utilities (electricity, gas and water) are included in the weekly rate
• Houses and units are conveniently located with easy access to public transport
• House managers onsite to assist with any needs
• Minimum stay 2 weeks
• Excellent nationality mix
• Single rooms, Share rooms and Share rooms with own bathroom available

Global Experience - offers a range of accommodation options to international students wishing to stay in Australia for reasonable prices during their studies.

• Homestay, Student Apartments or Share Houses - Choose to stay with a family in your own room or share an apartment or house with other students. Accommodation includes shared kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities.
• Travelling and Location - Locations include the Eastern Suburbs and Chatswood area with easy access to transport to your place of study and local amenities.
• Safety and security - Homestay hosts are chosen through a thorough recruitment process and accommodation is regularly inspected to ensure it is safe and comfortable.

Moving in
Homestay hosts will provide a bed with appropriate linen, blankets and towels. Your homestay room will have a bed, desk, chair, lamp and a place to store your clothes.

StudentStay Australia - provides budget temporary accommodation for students and visitors (over 18 age) coming to Sydney within the close vicinity of the city that is friendly and affordable. Our houses are fully furnished and equipped with all inclusions necessary for a comfortable feeling:

• Single and Twin share rooms in student accommodation - Single, twin share and triple share rooms are available. Houses are fully furnished and equipped with all inclusions necessary for a comfortable feeling; fully set up kitchen with cooking facilities, fridges and washing machine. A TV and DVD player are provided in the common area. For the terms and conditions click here.
• Travelling and Location - Accommodation is located within 15-30 minutes travel time to Sydney City Centre by public transport and within walking distance from shopping facilities and bus/train stations.
• Safety and security - Each bedroom has it’s own key and can be locked for security.

Moving in
Rooms are provided with a bed, bedside table, wardrobe, cupboard, bedside lamp and study desk. Freshly washed bed linen is available upon arrival for our tenants for free.
For more information check out the information for the following locations:

• Allawah
• Ashfield
• Burwood
• Maroubra
• Marrickville

Iglu Student Accommodation - Purpose built for student living, Iglu Chatswood provides a balanced environment where you can relax, hit the books or have fun with friends.

• 4, 5 or 6 bedroom share apartments or studios - Choose to either have a private room with en-suite bathroom, a communal lounge, kitchen and dining space or enjoy a studio apartment with all these inclusions on your own.
• Indoor and outdoor communal spaces - Chill out in the TV lounge, BBQ in our landscaped courtyard, challenge someone to a game of table tennis in the games room, or catch some rays upstairs on our Sundeck with spectacular district views.
• Student community events and activities - Iglu’s friendly staff and Resident Assistants make sure there is always something fun going on every week, supporting your social and academic success!
• Onsite laundry and bicycle storage - You don’t have to leave the building to get your washing done. Bring your bike along with you or borrow one of Iglu’s!
• Safety and security - 24 hour onsite staff presence, CCTV and electronic card access.

Move straight in
Brand new and fully furnished, Iglu Chatswood’s studio and share apartments are ready for you to move straight in and include:

• Air-conditioning and heating in all apartments and bedrooms
• High speed broadband internet and wireless access throughout the building
• Kitchen and Lounge areas
• Bed, study desk and bookshelf
• Built-in wardrobe and storage
• En-suite bathrooms
• Acoustically designed louvre windows
• And much more…

Click here to learn more about room options at Iglu Chatswood.
Click here for the Complimentary Airport Transfer Booking Form

Link2 Student Living accommodation - Link2 Student Living is centrally located, opposite Central Station, within easy walking distance to KOI campus’. Link2 offer quality, modern, safe, clean, well-managed apartments with all the services and facilities that students require, at an affordable price.

Comfortable fully equipped apartments to meet student’s needs

• Your choice of comfortable, airconditioned single or twin share bedrooms.
• Fully equipped bedrooms, kitchens, laundry and modern bathrooms, and communal areas. All shared areas are professionally cleaned daily

Enjoy all the services you need with the affordable fully inclusive rental rate. Including;

• Personal induction meeting
• Bed linen
• Kitchen equipment
• 24/7 management support
• Unlimited high-speed WiFi
• Daily professional cleaning
• Bicycle storage
• Onsite laundry (coin operated)

Safety and security - You’ll be safe and secure with electronic swipe key access to your apartment and your bedroom and 24 hour emergency access to.

Move straight in

• Induction meeting and welcome pack
• Air-conditioning and heating in all apartments and bedrooms
• High speed fibre optic internet and wireless access for 3 devices per guest
• Fully equipped kitchen and Lounge areas
• Bed, study desk, wardrobe, noticeboard
• Bedding and linen
• Modern bathrooms
• Acoustically designed.

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