C Take a lightweight jacket and enjoy an Aussie BBQ Students at Australian Universities dress casually - jeans, shorts and shirts. More formal clothing is required for some social activities. If you are more familiar with Fahrenheit temperatures use the following quick conversion method. There is a wide variation in what previous students have spent during their time at the University of South Australia. The cost to each student depends on interest and tastes.
Credit cards are highly recommended due to their low cost and accessibility.
Money can easily be deposited onto a card in your home country and be withdrawn in Adelaide in the local currency. If you choose to purchase Travellers' Cheques, shop around at the local banks to catch the best exchange rate and be aware that most banks charge a fee for cashing - a set fee per transaction. It is often better to cash a number of cheques so that you are not continuously paying out a transaction charge. Cheques from overseas have lengthy clearing times. Should you receive a cheque in your home country's currency it can take up to six weeks to be cleared.