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Melbourne remains Australia’s Best Student City for 2026
Melbourne has once again been recognised as Australia's best student city in the 2026 rankings from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). This announcement highlights the state’s unparalleled education opportunities, affordability, liveability and cultural diversity.
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Study Melbourne Overseas Hubs update
After a highly successful activation over the past few years, Study Melbourne’s network of overseas Hubs will be closing from mid-July.
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Tips to manage exam and assignment stress
As exams and assignment deadlines get close, it’s important to take care of your health and wellbeing. Study Melbourne recently hosted a Stress Less Movie Night for international students.
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Melbourne leads in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2025
Melbourne has once again affirmed its place on the global academic stage, with the University of Melbourne ranked as Australia’s most prestigious university in the 2025 Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings, placing 47th globally. Monash University has also made an impressive leap—climbing nearly 20 places to rank 63rd in the world.
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Academia forge strong ties at PhD open day in Da Nang
On 10 April 2025, Study Melbourne hosted the Melbourne for Research – PhD open day in Da Nang. The event attracted 70 Vietnamese university lecturers, government officials, working professionals and students from across Vietnam's central provinces. Faculty members from 7 leading Victorian universities presented their PhD programs, scholarship offerings and support services.
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Diversity, equity and inclusion in elite sport, STEM and education
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) took centre stage at the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025! Study Melbourne hosted a track-side panel discussion moderated by Professor Martin Bean CBE, former Vice Chancellor of RMIT University and a Formula 1 DEI champion.
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Melbourne is Australia's best city for arts and culture!
Melbourne proudly holds the title of Australia's #1 city for arts and culture! The city thrives with a vibrant community of diverse creatives, drawing in art enthusiasts from all corners.
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Welcome to international students arriving in Melbourne and Victoria
Study Melbourne welcomes all new and returning international students. Watch our welcome video, check out our accommodation tool and cost-of-living calculator, find out about the International Student Travel Pass.
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Study Melbourne has two new social media channels
One of the best ways to make friends while living in Victoria is to attend events, network and meet new people. Subscribe to our new Instagram broadcast channel or follow us on rednote to be the first to hear about exciting events and special giveaways.
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Future Founders Venture Scholarships 2025
Give your new business a boost in 2025 - apply for a Venture Scholarship! Applications are open to current and former international students (up to 5-years post-graduation) leading a new business venture.
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Your sexual health
Talking about sex and your sexual health is important – talk to your friends, your partner, your doctor or someone you trust. By talking about sex, sexual health and Sexually Transmitted Infections, it can help to know what steps you can take to have a healthy sex life.
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Aged 15-25? Need some extra mental health support?
Are you aged between 15-25? Do you need some extra mental health support? MOST is a free, evidence-based, digital mental health service designed to help you through life’s ups and downs. You can access real support from qualified mental health clinicians, peer workers and career consultants who can help you with work, life or study challenges.
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Melbourne
2 May
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31 August
Well Fed at the Study Melbourne Hub
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
Melbourne
1 July
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29 May
Work Ready Program: Free employment consultations Work Ready Program: Free employment consultations (Monday to Friday)
Are you looking for work? Work Ready is a free in-person one-on-one confidential program supported by Study Melbourne and delivered by Migrant Workers Centre at the Study Melbourne Hub. The program helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching.
Come and drop in to have a chat with Migrant Workers Centre team every Monday to Friday afternoons from 1–4:15pm at the Study Melbourne Hub. No appointment required.
Time: 1:00pm - 4:15pm (AEST)
Cost: Free
Melbourne
21 July
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31 October
Tax help centre
Do you need help with your tax return? Study Melbourne will be a Tax Help Centre to help you lodge your tax returns for the financial year 2024 - 2025.
The program is open from 21st July 2025 to 31st October 2025 and will provide 1-hour appointments to help international students who have a Tax File Number (TFN) and earned $70,000 or less.
Students with an Australian Business Number (ABN) are not eligible for this service.
For general information, visit ATO Tax Help Program. Please register with MyGov, then contact the Study Melbourne Hub for an appointment.
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cost: Free
Melbourne
13 August
Welcome Fiesta at the Study Melbourne Hub
We invite you to this special event at the Hub to welcome international students and celebrate the vibrant Latin cultures. There will be a quiz, fun dance routines and craft activities such as making flags or decorating carnival masks. Snacks will be provided.
The event welcomes students from all cultural backgrounds.
This event is free, but spaces are limited, RSVP now to secure your spot!
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm (AEST)
Cost: Free