Our SIBT program fees include free tuition and academic skills seminars, as well as student support, counselling, academic assistance and exclusive discounts and promotions.
Please see programme fees for international and domestic students below.
If you are an international student hoping to study at SIBT, the following fees apply. International students are also required to obtain Overseas Health Cover.
Program | 2023 fee(A$) | 2024 fee(A$) |
Foundation Program (Standard) | $24,420 | $25,400 |
Foundation Program (Extended) | $33,800 | $35,320 |
Diploma of Arts | $28,700 | N/A |
Diploma of Business Administration | $30,800 | $32,340 |
Diploma of Engineering | $32,500 | $34,125 |
Diploma of Information Technology | $30,800 | $32,340 |
Diploma of Media & Communications | $29,200 | $30,370 |
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Note: Students pay tuition fees per unit as they progress through their study. To secure a place at SIBT, students must pay the tuition fees for the first four units of study before their program begins. If a student is only completing three units in the first session, the fourth unit’s fees will remain as a credit on their account. Fees are correct as at the time of printing. SIBT reserves the right to vary its fees at any time.
International students also need to obtain Overseas Health Cover for the duration of their studies in advance of arriving in Australia. Students can expect to pay approximately A$594 per year of study (2017).
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Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens are classified as domestic students for SIBT program fee purposes.
Program | 2023 fee(A$) | 2024 fee(A$) | |
Foundation Program (Standard) | $21,220 | $22,070 | |
Foundation Program (Extended) | $27,270 | $28,360 | |
Diploma of Arts | $23,600 | N/A | |
Diploma of Business Administration | $23,600 | $24,550 | |
Diploma of Engineering | $24,640 | $25,630 | |
Diploma of Information Technology | $24,200 | $25,170 | |
Diploma of Media & Communications | $23,600 | $24,550 |
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Note: Only Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders can access the FEE-HELP loan scheme. Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens are not eligible for FEE-HELP, these students pay tuition fees per unit as they progress through their study. To secure a place at SIBT, students must pay the tuition fees for the first four units of study before their program begins.
Statement of Academic Record (Incomplete & Completed Course) | $30 |
Replacement Testamur | $50 |
Replacement Testamur due to change of name | $75 |
Reference Letters | $20 |
Replacement ID card | $25 |
Late enrolment fee | $250 |
Your Effective Full Time Student Load (EFTSL) value for each session is:
Financial help, such as Youth Allowance, Austudy and Abstudy, may be available for domestic students while they study. For more information visit www.centrelink.gov.au
In order to accept your offer at SIBT, it is necessary to pay the fees and charges due as indicated in the Letter of Offer. This will include course fees plus the Overseas Student Health Cover charge (if applicable). Student must sign and return Acceptance Form along with payment or a completed FEE-HELP form.
Students who may be eligible for FEE-HELP:
Students have a number of options when it comes to paying your SIBT tuition fees.
If you require a refund of your fees, you will need to notify us in writing as soon as possible. You will need to provide your Confirmation of Enrolment, along with the mailing address of where you would like your refund to go.
Your refund will depend on your refund reason, and how you quickly you notify us in writing about your refund request.
Click here to view our Refund Policy and Refund Request Form.
Please ensure that all fees are paid in Australian dollars and that you include your Student ID as a reference on all payments. Depending on the method of payment additional banking charges may apply.
At SIBT we use Convera GlobalPay for Students to make it easier for you to pay your international tuition fee payment. You can pay from your bank account with a telegraphic transfer or use a credit card.
Why choose Convera:
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Visit Convera FAQ page for guidance on frequently asked questions. Alternatively, please email studentsupport@convera.com Or call +61 2 8585 7221 Monday–Friday, 8.30 am – 5.00 pm AEST.
BPAY is the online payment system in Australia which enables you to pay a bill using your Australian bank account.
The SIBT BPAY Biller Code is: 505248
BPAY reference number: check your offer letter.
Payments can be made via our Student Portal.