International Student Support
Key resources for starting at UniMelb
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Welcome to Melbourne: Pre-departure Briefing series
All commencing international students and their families are invited to watch these webinars designed to support your transition to life at Melbourne.
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Course and subject delivery
Specific subject delivery information is available in the Handbook.
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International students FAQs
Learn more about travelling to Melbourne, transitioning to life in the city and on-campus learning.
Get ready for Melbourne
Organise your travel to Melbourne and get ready to depart.
- Organise your travel documents Use our information to navigate the visa process.
- Book your flights Find out when you need to arrive.
- Find accommodation Explore housing options for students.
- Attend Pre-departure Briefing Learn about Melbourne, local culture and what to expect.
- Set up a bank account Open an Australian bank account before you depart.
- Pack your bags Learn what you need to bring to Australia.
- Get set up in Melbourne Find out where to buy furniture, bikes, food and more.
Useful information
All students
Visas
No matter how you're studying, it's likely you'll need a student visa. Find out how to navigate the student visa process.
Support for compassionate or compelling circumstances
Help is available if circumstances affect your course progress or wellbeing.
Under 18
Supervision program
Additional support, guidance and activities for international students under 18 years of age.
Student safety
The University is committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all students under 18 years of age.
Explore our student support services
As an international student, we encourage you to take advantage of the many student services on offer by exploring students.unimelb.edu.au. You can also use the Student Services Directory to find a specific service, or browse our workshops and information sessions.
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