Life outside study
International students – online resources
Supporting transition to studying in FMNHS
Getting started | Life outside study | Study success |
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Pre-arrival | Living in Melbourne | Academic and language skills |
Enrolment | Social life | Academic progress |
Student essentials | Health and wellbeing Safety | Advocacy and student support |
Placement/Fieldwork | Jobs, careers and volunteering |
Life outside study |
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Living in Melbourne![]() How to prepare for uni and living in Melbourne![]() Practical advice on finding somewhere to live (on campus / off campus accommodation guide), costs of living, transport and concessions, food, phone, etc. ![]() Resources
Social life![]() Getting to know other students and your local community![]() There are many and diverse associations at Monash which help students to establish connections and a sense of belonging by making new friends and participating in local university and community activities. ![]() Resources
Health and wellbeing![]() Health and wellbeing![]() Health and counselling services are available for students who experience medical problems or mental health issues, such as stress/anxiety, depression, family / relationship issues, social isolation, homesickness. ![]() ResourcesSafety![]() Safety concerns![]() The Safer Community Unit provides help and support for students with any personal safety concerns, including dealing with problem behaviours. ![]() Resources
Jobs, careers and volunteering![]() Course selection![]() Some students find the course they have enrolled in turns out to be different to what they expected. Advice is available to help decide if a course is right for you, and look for other alternatives and options if you need to change. ![]() Resources![]() Finding a job and career development![]() Assistance to find and apply for jobs. Support to identify career goals, skills such as writing resumes, interview, transition back to home country after graduation. ![]() Resources
![]() Volunteer opportunities![]() Working as a volunteer is a great way to meet people, learn about the local culture and community, and improve your employability skills. Explore the range of volunteer opportunities for students at Monash and outside Uni. ![]() Resources |