Gold Coast Students

$1,000 Grants Now Available for New BROWNS Gold Coast Students

Are you thinking about studying at BROWNS English Language School on the Gold Coast? You may be eligible for a AU $1,000 grant to help you settle in and start your Australian journey with confidence.

Experience Gold Coast has launched Phase 2 of the Gold Coast New Student Grants Program, and we’re excited to share that this offer is available to new international students enrolling at BROWNS.

What’s the New Student Grant?

The Gold Coast New Student Grant offers $1,000 to 100 eligible international students starting their studies between 11 August 2025 and 31 March 2026. Whether you use the funds for textbooks, accommodation, public transport, or daily essentials, this grant is designed to help you settle into your new life on the Gold Coast.

Why Choose BROWNS?

At BROWNS English Language School, we offer:

  • World-class campus in the heart of the Gold Coast
  • A wide range of English language courses designed for academic, professional, or personal goals
  • A supportive multicultural environment that will help you feel at home from day one
  • A calendar full of free student activities and workshops, designed to help you make friends, practise your English, and explore

Who’s Eligible?

To be considered for the grant, you must:

  • Hold a valid Student Visa (subclass 500) or have lodged a valid application to study at BROWNS for at least 24 academic weeks
  • Be a new international student with a course starting between 11 August 2025 and 31 March 2026
  • Submit all required documents as outlined in the official program terms

❗ Please note: This grant is not available to domestic students, students already in Australia, or anyone who has previously applied for or received the Gold Coast New Student Grant.

Apply Now

Applications are open from 6 August 2025 until 31 October 2025, but only the first 100 eligible applicants will receive the grant—so don’t delay!

How to Apply

  1. Enrol at BROWNS English Language School for a course of at least 24 weeks on the Gold Coast campus
  2. Apply for the Gold Coast New Student Grant via the official Experience Gold Coast website
  3. Complete the required steps and submit your documents for verification

Gold Coast students, start your English language journey with confidence—and a $1,000 head start.

Ready to begin? Contact BROWNS today or apply now and secure your spot on the Gold Coast!


Since 2003, BROWNS English Language School has delivered world-class English Language training to international students from around the world. More than 35,000 students from more than 100 nationalities have completed a BROWNS program, making BROWNS one of the leading private ELICOS providers in Australia for adults and young learners.

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