Brisbane: big-city energy, easy lifestyle
Brisbane is one of Australia’s most liveable cities, with warm weather, friendly people, and a relaxed pace that makes it easy to settle in. It’s a modern, riverside city with great public transport, beautiful outdoor spaces, and plenty happening all year round. Whether you’re coming to improve your English, prepare for further study, or build confidence for your next step, Brisbane gives you the best of Australia without feeling overwhelming.
What Brisbane has to offer
Thriving arts and entertainment scene
Meet locals and students from all over the world
World-Class Accommodation
Beautiful parks and gardens
Why study in Brisbane
Climate
Brisbane’s subtropical climate means warm days, mild winters and plenty of sunshine which is perfect for enjoying life outside the classroom. With year-round outdoor living, it’s easy to stay active, social and relaxed while you study.
High quality education, lower living costs
Brisbane is one of Australia’s most affordable capital cities for international students, offering excellent value without compromising on lifestyle or education quality.
Compared to Sydney, students benefit from:
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Lower accommodation costs
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Affordable transport and dining
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Great student discounts across the city
For a guide to weekly living expenses in Australia, students can view official cost-of-living estimates at studyaustralia.gov.au
A welcoming city
Brisbane is known for its friendly locals, relaxed pace of life and strong international student community. It’s a city where people smile, conversations start easily, and students feel supported from day one.
With a multicultural population and a safe, easy-to-navigate city centre, settling into life in Brisbane feels natural, even if it’s your first time studying overseas.
Your Base To Explore
Staying in Brisbane puts you in prime position to explore some of Australia’s best destinations, both within the state of Queensland and beyond.
As the closest Australian state capital to Asia with an integrated public transport system, you’ll be able to get anywhere easily so that exploring Australia and beyond couldn’t be easier.
| Destination | Approximate Travel Times |
|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 1 hour by train |
| Sunshine Coast | 1 hour by car |
| Sydney | 1 hour by plane |
| Melbourne | 2 hours by plane |
| Great Barrier Reef | 2 hours by plane |
| Auckland | 3 hours by plane |
| Singapore | 8 hours by plane |
| Guangzhou | 9 hours by plane |
| Seoul | 10 hours by plane |
| Dubai | 14 hours by plane |
Brisbane Campus
Welcome to BROWNS English Language School’s stunning Brisbane campus, located on the penthouse level, right in the heart of the vibrant Brisbane City.
Explore courses in Brisbane
Intensive General English
Advanced English Academic Practice
IELTS Exam Preparation
Private Lessons
Primary School Preparation
High School Preparation
Junior Holiday Program (JHP & PSP+)
Private Lessons
Barista@BROWNS
English + Demi Pair
English + Hotel/Resort Internship
English + Volunteer
Accommodation Options
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