Accommodation

Melbourne

The Wurundjeri, Boonwurrung, Taungurong, Dja Dja Wurrung and the Wathaurung people of the Kulin Nation are the Traditional Owners of the land now known by its European name of Melbourne.

Melbourne is recognised as Australia’s cultural capital and the Economist Intelligence Unit has rated Melbourne one of the world’s most liveable city for seven consecutive years, based on its education, entertainment, health care, research and development, tourism and sport.

Your campus

The main Parkville campus environment is leafy, green, vibrant and dynamic where music, exhibitions, sporting facilities, libraries and excellent cafes can be found for all to enjoy. There are multiple green spaces on campus as well as large public spaces located close by, including Royal Park and the Carlton Gardens.

Connectivity

Parkville is well connected by a short walk or tram to Melbourne Central Station and frequent buses to North Melbourne Station.

Parkville Station

Construction to build an underground train line connecting North Melbourne to South Yarra, via the University (Parkville Station) and the Central Business District, commenced in 2018. Parkville Station construction is well underway and is due to open 2025/26.

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Domestic and International Airport is approximately 20 minutes from Parkville.

Accommodation

In addition to arranging your own private accommodation (housing), there is a range of University student accommodation available to you. Choices include traditional Residential Colleges, and University owned and partnered accommodation, known as University Accommodation.

Applying

You will need to apply to University accommodation separate to your degree. Visit Accommodation at Melbourne to explore accommodation options and to apply.

Assistance

The Murrup Barak (Melbourne's Indigenous Centre) has existing relationships with the University’s accommodation services and affiliated colleges and can assist with student applications.

Temporary accommodation

Murrup Barak (Melbourne's Indigenous Centre) can assist students with temporary and emergency short-term housing. Get in contact with Murrup Barak if you need assistance.

Residential College Funding

ABSTUDY’s Residential College Costs Option

The ABSTUDY Residential College Costs Option allows eligible students to live in a residential college and to have the cost paid directly by ABSTUDY.

Murrup Barak College: Fee-Contribution Scholarship

Murrup Barak and residential colleges provide fee scholarships for Indigenous students who are not eligible for government accommodation funding such as ABSTUDY’s Residential College Costs Option, see Murrup Barak Fee Contribution Scholarships for more detail.

College Scholarships

You can apply for scholarships within your Residential College application. Scholarships range from $500–$20,000, with many specifically for Indigenous students.