A vibrant space where you can learn more about studying in Melbourne, make new friends, and thrive as an international student.

Dedicated student services team to provide advice and support
Free professional development programs to get you ready for post-study work life
Study spaces, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee
A calendar of events to make new friends, network and learn new skills

Visit the Study Melbourne Hub, 17 Hardware Lane

The Study Melbourne Hub, located in central Melbourne, provides a welcoming space for international students in Victoria. Offering quiet study areas, free refreshments, and confidential support services, the hub helps with issues like financial hardship, accommodation, and wellbeing. It also hosts free social and professional development events to build skills, make friends and expand networks.

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Upcoming events

Melbourne
Shopping for healthy food at the Footscray Market, photo: Visit Victoria
11 April - 31 August

Well fed at Study Melbourne

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
Online
Students working on their resumes on laptops
1 January - 30 June

Resume checking (every Monday) - Career Catalyst

As part of our Career Catalyst career development services, Study Melbourne offers free resume-checking appointments to international students and alumni who have graduated in the last 5 years. Appointments are available online on Mondays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm.

Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm (AEST)

Cost: Free
Register
Online
Student shaking hands after business meeting
1 January - 30 June

Interview preparations (every Wednesday) - Career Catalyst

One-on-one interview preparation sessions are available to book every Wednesday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. This service is free to all international students and alumni who have graduated in the last 5 years.

Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm (AEST)

Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
Student working with mentor at a Study Melbourne Hub
5 February - 27 June

Right Start program: Free employment consultations (Monday to Friday)

Are you looking for work? Right Start is a free confidential program that helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching. Drop in and speak to the Migrant Workers Centre team at the Study Melbourne Hub. Come on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 1:00pm-4:15pm or on Thursday, Friday 10:00am-4:15pm. No appointment necessary.

Time: 1:00pm - 4:15pm (AEST)

Cost: Free
Register
International student working with mentor in break out room at the Study Melbourne Hub

Free employment and accommodation legal service

Need help understanding your employment or accommodation rights or have a legal problem relating to accommodation or employment? You can get free, independent and confidential legal advice through the Study Melbourne Hub.
Learn more about the free legal service

This week at the Hub ...

Online
Students working on their resumes on laptops
Event1 January - 30 June

Resume checking (every Monday) - Career Catalyst

As part of our Career Catalyst career development services, Study Melbourne offers free resume-checking appointments to international students and alumni who have graduated in the last 5 years. Appointments are available online on Mondays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm.
Time: 03:00pm – 05:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
Online
Student shaking hands after business meeting
Event1 January - 30 June

Interview preparations (every Wednesday) - Career Catalyst

One-on-one interview preparation sessions are available to book every Wednesday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. This service is free to all international students and alumni who have graduated in the last 5 years.
Time: 04:00pm – 06:00pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
Student working with mentor at a Study Melbourne Hub
Event5 February - 27 June

Right Start program: Free employment consultations (Monday to Friday)

Are you looking for work? Right Start is a free confidential program that helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching. Drop in and speak to the Migrant Workers Centre team at the Study Melbourne Hub. Come on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 1:00pm-4:15pm or on Thursday, Friday 10:00am-4:15pm. No appointment necessary.
Time: 01:00pm – 04:15pm (AEDT)
Cost: Free
Register

Visit us or get in touch

Contact us to make an appointment or just drop in.

17 Hardware Lane Melbourne, Victoria

Open all year from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

The closest car park is Secure Parking at 200 Queen Street, Melbourne.

Easily accessible by tram from Elizabeth or Bourke Streets. The closest train stop is Melbourne Central.

1800 056 449 (or +61 3 9623 1512 from outside Australia)
For after-hours support view our support services page.