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Study Melbourne offers a range of free programs, events and support services to help international students feel welcome, connected and supported while living in Victoria.

Whether you want to meet other students, build skills, get advice or take part in social activities, Study Melbourne can help you make the most of your student experience. The Study Melbourne Hub is a great place to start, with dedicated spaces, friendly staff and regular events designed for international students.

A welcoming place for international students

The Study Melbourne Hub is a dedicated space for international students living in Victoria. Located in the heart of Melbourne, it offers a safe and welcoming environment where you can study, connect with others, and access support.

At the Hub, you can:

  • use quiet study spaces
  • meet other international students
  • enjoy free tea, coffee and snacks
  • talk to a team member for free and confidential support.
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[Playful music, visuals of students being welcomed at the hub reception desk. Doorway, lift and staircase in background]

Welcome to the Study Melbourne Hub, located at 17 Hardware Lane in the heart of Melbourne. [Spacious room with window bar style seating, desk space and couch area. Aboriginal artwork wall art in background. Outside the Hub on Hardware Lane, shows a heritage building with scooter parked out front.]

The Hub is a dedicated space for international students living in Victoria. [Large desk with students collaborating]

Come in and use the quiet study space within the hub. Meet other international students and enjoy free coffee, tea and snacks. Our friendly Student Services team provides free and confidential help and advice. [Close up of coffee machine, students laughing while enjoying coffee]

You can talk to us about your financial hardship, accommodation issues, your wellbeing, your mental health, employment questions, legal questions or issues you might be having with your education provider. [Meeting space for accommodation and legal advice, student talking with provider.  Student touring the hub space]

Study Melbourne hosts a number of free events and programs to help you learn new skills, boost your employability, make new friends and build your professional networking in Victoria. [Students gathering in the kitchen area with long tables to network with others]

Whether you're studying in regional Victoria or in Melbourne, come in and see us. [Student walking into the hub reception area]

We can't wait to meet you! [Study Melbourne logo]

[End transcript]

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Upcoming events
Melbourne
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27 July - 31 October

Tax Help Centre at Study Melbourne Hub

Study Melbourne is offering Tax Help to assist international students with lodging their tax returns for the 2025-2026 financial year. The program is open to international students who have a Tax File Number (TFN) and have earned $70,000 or less. Students with an Australian Business Number (ABN) are not eligible for this service.
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
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29 October

Halloween Language Exchange

Get ready for an afternoon of language exchange, culture, and Halloween fun at the Study Melbourne Hub! Meet other international students from across Victoria, make new friends, practise your language skills, and celebrate the spooky season together.
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
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Melbourne
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12 November

Crafter-noon Conversation Club

Take a break from study with an afternoon of drawing, colouring and paper crafts. Unwind, get creative and connect with other international students in a relaxed setting. Afternoon tea is provided.
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
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Melbourne
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4 December

Clothing Swap

Do you have too many clothes that you don’t wear anymore? Bring up to 10 items in good condition to the Study Melbourne Hub and you’ll receive one token for each accepted item. Each token lets you choose one item to take home, making it a free and easy way to refresh your wardrobe, save money and give your clothes a second life.
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
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