Health, safety and wellbeing

Culture Shock

Understand what culture shock is and how to overcome it in order to thrive in your new environment

Tips for overcoming homesickness

We’ve put together some tips to help you manage and overcome homesickness during your studies in Australia.

Wellbeing and Mental Health

If you need to talk to someone about your situation and your overseas student health care provider or institution are unable to help, you can seek …

Suggested apps for international student safety and wellbeing

Whether you want to enhance your physical health, nurture your mental wellbeing, or ensure your personal safety, we've got you covered with the rig…

Inclusion Program

15 projects supporting the wellbeing of international students to enhance their experience of living in Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Student scams

We’ve put together some useful tips to help you understand what to look out for and how to protect yourself against some of the most common scams.

Family violence statewide support services

Whatever your situation, if you or someone you know needs help, there is a wide range of family violence support services available.

Study well

We want you to have a great experience as an international student in Melbourne Victoria. Here are some ways to stay balanced and healthy.

Some tips for staying safe

While you're living, working and studying in Melbourne these tips help you feel safe at night or in unfamiliar places.

What to do in an emergency

In an emergency call 000, or if you are using a mobile outside a network area, dial 112. Ask for an interpreter if you need one.

Disability access and support

If you live with a disability you will find support and services to help you in Melbourne and at your university, college or school