Welcome to international students arriving in Melbourne and Victoria

Published: 11 February 2025
Student exploring Melbourne's laneways with backpack

Study Melbourne welcomes all new and returning international students to Melbourne and Victoria. We are here to support you, so come and see us at the Study Melbourne Hub in Hardware Lane in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Many of our Hub team are former international students and understand the joys and challenges of being an international student.

Watch our Welcome video and visit the Study Melbourne website for essential information and resources for international students, including:

  • An accommodation tool, to help you find the best accommodation option to suit your lifestyle and budget
  • A cost-of-living calculator to give you an estimate of how much it might cost to live in Melbourne based on your desired accommodation type, ideal location, preferred forms of transport and even how much you like to spend on entertainment and activities.
  • Information about the International Student Travel Pass, which gives eligible undergraduate students a saving of 50% on all public transport costs
  • How to stay safe this summer while enjoying Victoria’s beautiful waterways and beaches
  • Join our Instagram Broadcast Channel to be the first to hear about exciting events, news, updates and tips.
Upcoming events
Melbourne
Well Fed team handing out lunches at the Study Melbourne Hub
2 May - 31 August

Well Fed at the Study Melbourne Hub

Proudly supported by Study Melbourne, the Just Food Collective invites all international students to attend Well Fed at the Study Melbourne Hub. This initiative provides free food, healthy diet information, and community connections for international students. Think a bowl of delicious food, a sweet treat and a hot drink! There will also be groceries to take-home too. Spaces are limited and registration is essential. This event will be held every 2nd Friday.
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
Right Start program worker mentoring students on jobs and careers
1 July - 29 May

Work Ready Program: Free employment consultations 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 1-5pm at the Study Melbourne Hub. No appointment required.
Time: 1:00pm - 4:15pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Register
Footscray
Vocal ensemble at past Kwabo festival
19 July - 21 September

Kwabo Fest 2025 arts workshop

Join in the Kwabo Fest and its free creative incubators. Workshops will run weekly on Saturdays with light refreshments provided at the Phoenix Youth Centre in Footscray. No experience or networks needed, just your creativity and lived experience. If you are interested, visit the KWABO FEST 2025 website. You can submit your EOI to secure your spot in the program by Thursday, 10 July.
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
Student working with tax mentor on tax return
21 July - 31 October

Tax help centre

Do you need help with your tax return? Get help to lodge your tax return for the 2024-2025 financial year by booking a 1-hour appointment at the Study Melbourne Hub from 21t July to 31 October 2025. You must have a Tax File Number (TFN) and have earned $70,000 or less. Please register with MyGov before contacting the Study Melbourne Hub for an appointment.
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
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