After months of planning for studies in Australia — choosing the right university, selecting your courses, and packing your life away—the time has come to sort out your student accommodation. While the country’s pricey living costs are no secret, there are plenty of options available to you to relieve any stress you may be having. That way, you can focus on what’s important: enjoying all that Australia has to offer! Oh, and your studies.
Australia welcomes thousands of international students every year, and these students can choose from several different options when deciding where to live. From on-campus to off-campus, there are plenty of alternatives if you have the resources to know where to look. Here, we’ll run through the options to avoid any confusion prior to your arrival.
On-campus housing
If you’re keen on the peace of mind of a convenient location on-campus, nearly all major universities and colleges offer halls of residence, mainly catering to international students. Whilst this option will likely be more expensive than off-campus living (costing around AU$80-250 (~US$60-185) per week), students are provided with a wide range of services including: meals, cleaning, sporting and laundry facilities, and fully-furnished rooms. This option is ideal for meeting fellow course mates, as being sociable is effortless, with so many individuals from all over the world living right across the hall. The beauty of on-campus living is you don’t have to worry about finding your own place, since the university does everything for you. If you’re keen on this option, make sure you apply early because this is popular choice for many and spaces are limited.
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