Studying and living in Melbourne
Accommodation
Finding a place to live can be complicated from a distance. Melbourne offers plenty of housing options. Some students choose to live in campus residences, some choose to stay with an Australian family, while most Australian students choose "share housing" where a number of students live together close to the University.
The Student Housing Service can help you find and maintain affordable, safe and appropriate housing.
Need somewhere to stay until longer term housing is available? If you are a new interstate or international student (including Study Abroad and Exchange) you can request temporary accommodation before you arrive in Melbourne. If you provide at least 72 hours notice the University can book you into a budget hotel located close to the University for up to three nights. There's also longer term housing available for all students including Study Abroad and Exchange students.
- Read more about moving to Melbourne
- Apply for temporary accommodation
Studying and living in a different country or city is both an exciting and challenging experience.
- The International Student Services website has great information about studying and living in Melbourne including information about cultural adjustment and how to get involved in University life.
There's also airport arrival information for international students taking a full program or for Study Abroad and Exchange students.