A vibrant space where you can get support while studying in Melbourne, make new friends and thrive as an international student

Dedicated student services team to provide confidential advice and support
Free professional development programs to boost your employability and network
Study spaces, free Wi-Fi, tea, coffee and snacks
An exciting calendar of events to meet and connect with other international students
Visit the Study Melbourne Hub, 17 Hardware Lane

Visit the Study Melbourne Hub, 17 Hardware Lane

Our friendly Hub staff are experts in international education and can provide help and advice to students with a range of enquiries including financial hardship, accommodation, wellbeing and mental health support, employment, legal information and education provider problems.

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We speak all languages

You can communicate with us in your preferred language. A free interpreter can be organised to assist with translating messages, concepts, and ideas whether you are seeking support or advice.

Call 131 450 and ask them to call Study Melbourne Hub, Victoria on 1800 056 449, or contact us directly and we can call them for you.

Coming up at the Hub ...

Melbourne
Well Fed team handing out lunches at the Study Melbourne Hub
2 May - 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
Register
Melbourne
Student speaking with industry at the Careers Fair, Elevate your career signage in the background
21 May

Essential information about working and getting paid in Australia

Francis Stagg from Jobwatch, will answer common questions about work, including wages, underpayment, gig work, contracts, working with an ABN, and unfair dismissal. Get helpful advice about what to expect from your employer, from job advertisements through to wages and conditions.

Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm (AEST)

Cost: Free
Register
Melbourne
Student working with mentor in office, country flags on the wall
5 February - 27 June

Right Start program: Free employment consultations (Monday to Friday)

Are you looking for work? Right Start is a free confidential program that helps international students with questions about working in Victoria, such as pre-employment paperwork, resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and job searching. Drop in and speak to the Migrant Workers Centre team at the Study Melbourne Hub. Come on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 1:00pm-4:15pm or on Thursday, Friday 10:00am-4:15pm. No appointment necessary.

Time: 1:00pm - 4:15pm (AEST)

Cost: Free
(No registration needed)
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International student working with mentor in break out room at the Study Melbourne Hub

Free employment and accommodation legal service

Need help understanding your employment or accommodation rights or have a legal problem relating to accommodation or employment? You can get free, independent and confidential legal advice through the Study Melbourne Hub.
Learn more about the free legal service

Visit us or get in touch

Contact us to make an appointment or just drop in.

17 Hardware Lane Melbourne, Victoria

Open all year from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

The closest car park is at 392 Bourke Street, Melbourne.

Easily accessible by tram from Elizabeth or Bourke Streets. The closest train stop is Melbourne Central.

1800 056 449 (or +61 3 9623 1512 from outside Australia)
For after-hours support view our support services page.

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