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Living in Australia
Moving to a new country and starting student life again is an exciting and challenging experience. Being a student in a new country is more than attending classes and completing assessments – learning to use the library, eating, exercising, resting and fun is also part of student life! We therefore have gathered some information that can make student life in Melbourne easier here - the list is far from complete, please send us your tips/suggestions to make this section better!
Australian Culture:
Six Things about Australian Learning Culture You Need to Know
Accommodation:
Setting up Utilities in Australia
Understanding Violence and Respectful Relationships:
Violence against women is now recognised to be a serious and widespread problem in Australia, with enormous individual and community impacts and social costs. Get informed about the facts on violence against women and their children, and bust the myths that excuse, minimise and condone violent behaviour.
https://www.ourwatch.org.au/Understanding-Violence
The Line website contains useful resources to help young people have healthy, happy and respectful relationships, and avoid behaviours that hurt, intimidate or diminish others.
OSHC Living in Australia Tips | Allianz Global Assistance
Studying in Australia
Read our guides about studying in Australia
International students - City of Melbourne
Here you can find maps for all public transport services across Melbourne and Victoria.
Finding somewhere to live is a crucial component of a successful study experience in Australia. Whatever you choose it is vital to understand all of your options fully and be aware of your rights and responsibilities.