Study Melbourne supports international students to thrive while living and studying in Victoria

Find resources and support to help you thrive while living and studying in Melbourne.

Develop your career skills and increase your employability with free professional development programs.

Get advice for working part time and launching your global career.

Check out our calendar of events to meet new friends and grow your network.
Upcoming events
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31 January
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2 March
Study Melbourne Future Founders Venture Scholarships 2025
Want to give your new business a boost? Apply for a Venture Scholarship, open to current and former international students (up to 5-years post-graduation) leading a new business venture. Five scholarships are on offer for founders or teams of up to 3, running from April to June 2025 including: $10,000 AUD seed funding StartSpace Loft membership Business mentoring, coaching and more! Take your new business to the next level and apply by 11.59pm (AEST) Sunday 2 March.
Time: 12:00am - 11:59pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne

5 February
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27 June
Right Start program: Free employment consultations
The free, confidential Right Start Program helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as: pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching. Drop in to speak to the Migrant Workers Centre team at the Study Melbourne Hub, 17 Hardware Lane Melbourne. No appointment necessary. Every Wednesday and Friday, 1pm-5pm (last appointment at 4:15pm).
Time: 01:00pm - 04:15pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Melbourne

6 March
Leadership Labs 4Impact
In this 10 week series, Study Melbourne Leadership Labs 4Impact, you will have the opportunity to co-create a team of motivated students and work together to create an innovative solution to a real-world problem. You will learn from a range of amazing facilitators, panellists and guest speakers who will challenge you to turn ideas into results with $5,000 of prizes up for grabs!
Time: 03:00pm - 05:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne

12 March
Lord Mayor’s student welcome 2025
Join the City of Melbourne for a celebration at the Summer Night Market at Queen Victoria Market. Bring your friends or make new ones at this event. Celebrate with Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, enjoy free live performances, free giveaways including food vouchers and event tickets. Meet the City of Melbourne Student Welcome team. Best dressed: Summer theme.
Time: 05:30pm - 10:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
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