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

• https://www.monash.edu/get-started
• https://www.study.monash/student-life
• MPA Information for International postgraduate students
• https://www.monash.edu/get-started
• http://www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/life
• http://insiderguides.com.au/#

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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

• Non-residential  colleges
• Clubs and societies - Student Associations
• Monash Postgraduate Association(MPA) Seminars and  programs
• Sport  at Monash

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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.

Resources

• Health and  wellbeing services at Monash

Safety

Safety concerns

The Safer Community Unit provides help and support for students with any personal safety concerns, including dealing with problem behaviours.

Resources

• Safer  Community Unit at Monash
  Emergency:  9905 3333
• Office hours:  9905 1599
• Student Safety Seminar video

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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

• Careers information
• Career consultant appointments
• CRICOS  Course and Information Search

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

• Jobs  and Careers @ Career Connect
• Appointments with Careers consultants
• Employability  Guide for International Students - IEAA

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

• Volunteering  at Monash
• http://insiderguides.com.au/find-volunteer-experience/
• AFIS Casual  Volunteer Program
  http://www.afis.org.au/get-involved
• Monash Postgraduate Association Volunteer Program

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