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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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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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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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Melbourne leads in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2025
Melbourne has once again affirmed its place on the global academic stage, with the University of Melbourne ranked as Australia’s most prestigious university in the 2025 Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings, placing 47th globally. Monash University has also made an impressive leap—climbing nearly 20 places to rank 63rd in the world.
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Academia forge strong ties at PhD open day in Da Nang
On 10 April 2025, Study Melbourne hosted the Melbourne for Research – PhD open day in Da Nang. The event attracted 70 Vietnamese university lecturers, government officials, working professionals and students from across Vietnam's central provinces. Faculty members from 7 leading Victorian universities presented their PhD programs, scholarship offerings and support services.
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Diversity, equity and inclusion in elite sport, STEM and education
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) took centre stage at the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025! Study Melbourne hosted a track-side panel discussion moderated by Professor Martin Bean CBE, former Vice Chancellor of RMIT University and a Formula 1 DEI champion.
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Melbourne
27 July
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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 (AEST)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
3 October
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24 October
Salsa Workshop Series
Learn the basics of salsa, meet new people and experience Latin culture in a fun, welcoming environment. Open to international students of all experience levels, this workshop series is delivered in English and Spanish, with no dance partner required.
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
7 October
Careers in IT: Insights from Industry Professionals
Join Study Melbourne and the Australian Computer Society (ACS) for an engaging panel discussion with technology professionals who have built successful careers across cybersecurity, digital transformation, IT operations, software delivery and technology leadership.
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
8 October
Wellbeing Toolkit for Exam Success
Feeling stressed about exams? You are not alone. This interactive workshop is designed to support international students to manage exam pressure and improve their wellbeing.
Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free