Congratulation to all finalists for the Victorian International Education Awards 2021-22

These prestigious awards showcase and recognise Victoria’s most outstanding international students, alumni and providers who champion international education in Victoria and across the globe. Winners will be announced on 6 October 2022.

Victoria's International Education Recovery Plan 2025

Victoria’s International Education Recovery Plan 2025, launched on 6 September 2022, establishes a vision of Victoria as a global leader in education, recognised for quality, innovation and inclusion.

Victoria's Skilled Migration Program is now open

Open to applicants living in Victoria and overseas, Live in Melbourne's program provides skilled migrants with a pathway to permanent residency in Victoria. The skills that successful applicants bring to Victoria benefit employers and the broader Victorian economy.

The University of Melbourne is ranked the top university in Australia

The University of Melbourne is ranked the top university in Australia and 32nd in the world according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) for 2022. 

Melbourne crowned Australia’s best student city

Melbourne has climbed another position to rank 5th in the world following the release of the QS best student city rankings 2023 . This makes Melbourne Australia's number 1 student city for the 8th year in a row.

Melbourne, Australia’s most liveable city!

Melbourne has been named Australia’s most liveable city and the 10th in the world in the Global Liveability Index 2022 .

International Student Arrivals

We share the latest advice on travelling to Victoria, including some answers to frequently asked questions so you can better understand Australia’s current border restrictions.

Rent increases

The Study Melbourne International Student Employment and Accommodation Legal Service (ISEALS) team have provided information about what is acceptable and lawful regarding rent increases.

Global Game Changers

Study Melbourne has partnered with HEX to bring you a two-week virtual tech tournament where you can push yourself to create a tech-powered project inspired by Victoria, Australia.

Melbourne International Student Week (May 7-13, 2022)

Join Melbourne International Student Week on 7-13 May 2022 for fun, food, giveaways, and festivities – including an opening weekend celebration at Melbourne’s iconic Federation Square on 7-8 May.