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Meet Study Melbourne at orientation
Orientation is your official welcome to campus life, and Study Melbourne is here to help you get started. Visit our booth at orientation days across campuses, where our friendly team will be ready to offer advice, support and helpful tips for living and thriving in Melbourne.
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Global Ranking of Academic Subjects – ShanghaiRanking
Victorian universities remain among the world’s best in the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects – ShanghaiRanking.
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2026 Good Universities Guide ratings
The latest Good Universities Guide ratings highlight Australia’s top-performing universities across a wide range of student-focused criteria.
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Apps to stay safe this summer!
Before you head outdoors, make sure you’ve got these essential apps on your phone. They’ll help you stay informed, prepared, and safe – wherever you are.
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Hockey Program for international students
Proudly supported through the Study Melbourne Inclusion Program (SMIP) 2025, Hockey Victoria welcomed international students to experience the excitement of the National Hockey One match at the State Sports Centre on Friday 17th October.
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Amazing race: A scavenger hunt for international students
On 8 October, Study Melbourne hosted an amazing race for international students, giving them an opportunity to visit some iconic locations around Melbourne’s CBD.
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STEM SISTERS WOC Awards
Study Melbourne congratulates Ruwangi Fernando, Founder of STEM Sisters, for an outstanding night of celebration at the Women of Colour in STEM Awards.
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2025 Australian International Education Conference (AIEC) in Canberra
It has been a busy week at the Australian International Education Conference (AIEC) in Canberra from October 14 to 17. The event was filled with engaging and thought-provoking presentations, discussions, and dynamic engagement.
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Times Higher Education Rankings 2026
Victorian universities remain among the top in the world. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 results reflect the strength of Victorian higher education institutions in maintaining a competitive presence in global rankings.
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Melbourne remains Australia’s Best Student City for 2026
Melbourne has once again been recognised as Australia's best student city in the 2026 rankings from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). This announcement highlights the state’s unparalleled education opportunities, affordability, liveability and cultural diversity.
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Study Melbourne Overseas Hubs update
After a highly successful activation over the past few years, Study Melbourne’s network of overseas Hubs will be closing from mid-July.
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Tips to manage exam and assignment stress
As exams and assignment deadlines get close, it’s important to take care of your health and wellbeing. Study Melbourne recently hosted a Stress Less Movie Night for international students.
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Upcoming events
Melbourne
12 January
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29 May
Work Ready Program: Free employment consultations (Monday to Friday)
Are you looking for work? Work Ready is a free in-person one-on-one confidential program supported by Study Melbourne and delivered by Migrant Workers Centre at the Study Melbourne Hub. The program helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching.
Come and drop in to have a chat with Migrant Workers Centre team every Monday to Friday afternoons from 1–4:15pm at the Study Melbourne Hub. No appointment required.
Time: 1:00pm - 4:15pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
29 January
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19 February
Summer at the Hub
Looking for something to do over the summer? We've got you covered! Bring a friend or come by yourself to the Hub and play some board games. You can treat yourself to ice cream and snacks, make new friends, and take part in different games.We have a wide variety of games to play, from table tennis to Uno, chess, Jenga, and much more. You can also expect to receive some fantastic giveaways from Study Melbourne.
Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
5 March
Study Melbourne Leadership 4Impact
Study Melbourne invites all international students in Victoria to join the 2026 Study Melbourne Leadership 4Impact program, a premier and completely free 10-week leadership initiative. Exclusively designed for international students, this program provides the chance to develop crucial employability skills, create meaningful projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and connect with inspiring peers and industry mentors.
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
11 March
Lord Mayor's Student Welcome 2026
Join us at the Lord Mayor’s Student Welcome as the City of Melbourne welcomes all new and returning students back to the city we love. Enjoy different cultural performances on the live stage including African drumming, international student singing and a selection of Kpop dance performances.
Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free