Bond University

Bond University and the University of Queensland are both prestigious institutions in Australia, each with its own unique strengths. Bond University is ranked 20th in the Times Higher Education rankings of the Best Small Universities in the World and has been Australia's top university for the educational experience for 17 consecutive years. 

Bond University provides shared or private on-campus accommodation and off-campus accommodation services. There are various options to live on-campus, from single rooms to flats with different accommodation rates. These rates usually include laundry, electricity, water, wireless internet, and weekly cleaning. On-campus rooms are in high demand, so the university recommends apply for a room as soon as the accommodation booking period opens.

Apart from university housing, students can also opt to stay:

• Homestays: It offers students a fully supported living experience with a local host family. The university’s homestay programme is professionally managed by the Australian Homestay Network.

• Shared Accommodation: Students looking for flatmates can rent shared units, townhouses, or larger homes located in suburbs adjacent to the campus like Varsity Lakes or Robina.

• Couple and Family Accommodation: For students with family, there is a variety of rental accommodation available across the Gold Coast, ranging from beachside apartments to suburban family homes near schools, business precincts, and retail centres.

Meal Plans

For students living on campus, it is compulsory to have a dining plan. These flexible prepaid plans can be used to purchase meals on campus at Lakeside Bar and Restaurant, Papyrus Café, Don’s Tavern, Coffee Cart at Palm Court, Bond Express, Pulse Café and the University Club. For those living on campus, three dining plan options are available – AUD 2,000, AUD 2,250, or AUD 2,500. Top-ups/additional credit can be purchased for a minimum of AUD 110 (including GST).

Accommodation Cost

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Each year, Bond University accepts around 30-40% of international students from various countries. It aims to maintain a 50-50 ratio of domestic to international students so that students enjoy studying and socialising with classmates from all over the world, as well as Australians representing every state. International students choose this institution not only for our quality education, but for the warm climate and the unique mix of natural attractions and sightseeing opportunities right on its doorstep.

In January 2019, it enrolled 394 UG students, of which 25% were international students. In January 2020, the international student body featured 1,984 international students out of a total enrolment of 4,225 students. About 90 countries were represented in Student Cohort in January 2020 admissions. As of now (2021), the university has 49% UG and 51% PG students with a gender mix of 53% women and 47% men. Out of the total student body, international students make 46% of it, with 18% students belonging from different parts of Australia.

International students can submit their applications directly to the university through its application portal, except for the Medical program. The Medical programme is only open to Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, holders of an Australian Humanitarian visa, and New Zealand citizens (but not New Zealand permanent residents).

Applying to Bond University to study is quite simple. Students have to fill out and submit the application form with all the necessary details and upload the required documents. To make your journey smoother, follow these helpful steps to complete the application process.

Step 1: As a new student, register on this portal. Save your login ID and password.

Step 2: Fill in the required details.

Step 3: Enter details as required and upload the relevant documents. Review the form and ensure to fill in all the sections as shown below. Click on the ‘Submit’ and save the application number for future reference.

Note: Make sure you are using web browsers such as Firefox, Google Chrome 5, Internet Explorer 8, and Safari 5. You can open and close the application form as many times as you require by filling in the application form.

The university provides many part-tuition scholarships and bursaries for international undergraduate, postgraduate, and research aspirants. To be eligible for bursaries, students should have an outstanding academic record with strong communication skills. Scholarships are awarded to students who showcase excellence in the fields of academics, sports, leadership, and community.

Australian Government Scholarships

The Australian Government funds scholarships for next-generation leaders from around the world to undertake study and research in Australia. The Australia Awards Scholarships provide opportunities for citizens of developing countries in Asia, the Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa to study full-time in Australia at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Student Opportunity Fund

It provides grants of up to AUD 2,000 to help finance unique and outstanding ‘beyond the classroom’ educational experiences for students currently studying at the university. This includes showcasing excellence in academics, leadership, and other extracurricular activities.

Bond University offers high academic achievers from India with tuition remission scholarships awarded on the basis of academic excellence, such as:

• International Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship

• International Stand Out Scholarship

• International Leadership Scholarship

• Transformer Scholarship

• Bond Business School Postgraduate Bursaries

• Research Scholarships

• Bond University Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

• The Abedian Foundation Master of Architecture Scholarship

• The Abedian Foundation Master of Architecture Award

Bond accepts scanned copies of documents at the time of online application. These documents should be in English or attached with English translation certified by proper authorities. The documents should be scanned to A4 size, and each of them needs to be scanned and uploaded individually. The file size is restricted to 10MB and the file name must only contain letters, numbers, or spaces. You should be ready with these documents when filling the online application:

• Certificates or diplomas of completed education level

• Guide to the grading system/scale as per institution

• Vocational education and training qualifications

• Academic transcripts

• English proficiency test results

• Professional or para-professional qualifications/experience

• Resume/CV

• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)

• Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• Personal Statement

• Copy of passport

• Financial documents

International students are welcome to apply to Bond University. For undergraduate aspirants, there is an age limit of 17 years with a minimum entry score, which is expressed as an IB, OP, ATAR, or equivalent.

Undergraduate Admissions

Admission to a bachelor’s degree is usually based on high school academic results and English language criteria. Thus, international students should have:

• Completed secondary school studies from any country equivalent to Year 12 in Australia.

• Secured at least OP5, i.e., 91.00 score in ATAR or 33 scores in IB.

Note: Students may be eligible for transfer of subject credits in a relevant or related field for exams like Advance Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate, and so on.

Postgraduates Admissions

Admission to postgraduate coursework degrees generally requires a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, however in some cases, extensive career experience in a relevant industry may meet the entry criteria. Exam scores like GRE or GMAT may be required for some programmes.

Higher Degrees by Research (HDR)

To get admission into a research program, a candidate should have completed:

• A bachelor’s honors degree with Class I or II Honours,

• A postgraduate qualification incorporating a significant research component, or

• Have a record of significant research experience deemed to be of a comparable standard to a bachelor’s degree with Class I or Class II Honours.