About the university
SAE University College is a private creative media and technology college in Australia, part of the Navitas Group. It teaches diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees and a master's degree in film, audio, music, animation, games, VFX, design, computer science and information technology, with campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Byron Bay. TEQSA lists it as a University College that can accredit its own courses.
Indian students look at SAE for hands-on film, animation, games and audio degrees, and for computer science and IT in Sydney. Bachelor's degrees can be taken over 6 trimesters (2-year fast track), 8 or 9 trimesters, and include 80 hours of work placement. SAE is not ranked in the QS or THE world university tables.
- Type
- Private University College (SAE Institute Pty Ltd, trading as SAE University College), part of the Navitas Group; authorised by TEQSA to self-accredit its courses
- TEQSA / CRICOS
- TEQSA PRV12042; CRICOS 00312F
- Campuses for international students
- Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide (plus Byron Bay and Online for other students)
- Intakes
- February, May and September (2027), varying by course and campus
- Students
- From over 40 countries (SAE's own figure)
- Subjects
- Animation, audio, computer science, creative industries, design, film, games, IT, music and VFX
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$25,440
- Duration
- 6 trimesters full-time (2 years)
- Intakes
- February; May; September (Sydney)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), or equivalent (SAE lists PTE 59)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6 trimesters (2-year fast track) or 8 trimesters (2.5 years) full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September (Sydney); February; May (Melbourne); February (Perth)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent (SAE lists PTE 52)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6 trimesters (2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time
- Intakes
- February (Sydney)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent (SAE lists PTE 52)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Games Development (Games Programming)
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6 trimesters (about 2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6 trimesters (2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Games Development (Games Design)
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$29,640
- Duration
- 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time
- Intakes
- February; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5), or equivalent
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Information Technology | 6 trimesters full-time (2 years) | A$25,440 | ≈ ₹16.5 lakh |
| Bachelor of Computer Science | 6 trimesters (2-year fast track) or 8 trimesters (2.5 years) full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | 6 trimesters (2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Games Development (Games Programming) | 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Animation | 6 trimesters (about 2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Film (Production) | 6 trimesters (2 years), 8 trimesters (2.5 years) or 9 trimesters (3 years) full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Games Development (Games Design) | 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Audio | 6, 8 or 9 trimesters full-time | A$29,640 | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at SAE University College with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- UG
Creative Media & Technology Scholarship
Value: A$3,000 to A$5,000 towards tuition
Eligibility: New international students starting an SAE bachelor's degree; judged on academic, creative and motivation criteria, and may include a short interview.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - PG
Master of Information Technology Scholarship
Value: Up to A$10,000 towards tuition
Eligibility: New international students enrolling in the Master of Information Technology in Australia; September 2026 and February 2027 intakes only.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or an equivalent overseas qualification, such as Class 12. If you are unsure whether your certificate counts, send your records with your application and SAE's International Admissions team will review them.
- Bachelor of Computer Science also accepts formal training equivalent to an Australian VET Certificate IV or above.
- You must be 18 or older when you arrive in Australia to start.
- Experience Based Entry (interview plus evidence such as a CV, statement or portfolio) is possible if you lack formal qualifications.
Postgraduate
- Master of Information Technology: an Australian bachelor's degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification, or a substantial portfolio showing at least three years of relevant industry experience.
Documents
- International application form
- Copies of all education records (Class 12 marksheet, degree transcripts and certificates)
- English test result from the last two years (online IELTS Academic is not accepted)
- Passport
- Portfolio, CV or statement if applying through Experience Based Entry
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Bachelor's: 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5. Master of IT: 6.5 with no band below 6.0. IELTS Academic taken online is not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | SAE's equivalence table lists PTE 52 for IELTS 6.0 and PTE 59 for IELTS 6.5, with sub-score minimums. |
| TOEFL iBT | SAE's table lists 67–80 as equal to IELTS 6.0 and 81–90 as equal to IELTS 6.5. |
| Duolingo | Not listed on SAE's international entry requirements page. |
| Other routes | Australian Year 12 English (or equivalent) with a Satisfactory result, or an Academic English programme with an SAE-approved partner in Australia. |
Accommodation and living costs
SAE does not publish accommodation options or prices on its international student pages. Ask a Course Advisor, and budget for private rent in your campus city.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
SAE teaches studio-based courses across five campuses open to international students; not every course runs at every campus.
- Campuses for international students: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.
- Expect about 20 to 24 scheduled class hours a week, plus project work.
- Bachelor's degrees include 80 hours of work placement in the final trimester.
- International students must study full-time (1.0 EFTSL a year); up to one-third of a course can be online.
Careers and graduate outcomes
SAE's degrees aim at film, audio, animation, games, VFX and IT roles, with a work placement built into each bachelor's degree. It publishes no graduate outcome figures on the pages we checked. See our Australia guide for work and post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
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Studying in Australia
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in Australia. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much does SAE cost for Indian students?
SAE's course pages give an indicative annual fee of A$29,640 for most bachelor's degrees (film, animation, audio, games, IT, computer science), A$27,960 for VFX and A$25,440 for the Master of IT, plus the student services fee (up to A$384 a year in 2027).
Can I finish an SAE bachelor's degree in two years?
Yes, most bachelor's degrees have a 6-trimester fast-track option over two years, as well as 8- and 9-trimester options.
What IELTS score does SAE need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for bachelor's degrees, and 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for the Master of IT. SAE does not accept IELTS taken online.
Does SAE offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. The Creative Media & Technology Scholarship gives A$3,000 to A$5,000 for new bachelor's students, and the Master of IT Scholarship gives up to A$10,000 for the September 2026 and February 2027 intakes.
Sources
- SAE: home page (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: information for international students (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: international entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: international fees and payments (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: Master of Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: Bachelor of Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- SAE: Bachelor of Film (opens in a new tab)
Official website: sae.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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