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Housing options to
suit your needs
Melbourne boasts a range of housing options available
in or near our Parkville campus. Choose what‘s right for you
and your lifestyle to make the most of your time here.
HOUSING ADVICE
The University‘s Student Housing
service provides information on the
range of housing options available to
you. Our advisers can provide general
information on independent living and
specifc advice about your rights and
duties as a tenant under the Residential
Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic). You can
also download information about the
suburbs of Melbourne, temporary
accommodation and tenancy law issues.
Find your accommodation
online
You can search for housing
advertisements on the University‘s
online database, which is managed by
Student Housing. Check out the listings
of available housing options, such as
share houses, hostels (rooming houses),
homestay and vacant properties.
Budgeting made easy
Preparing a budget will help you
determine what you can afford to spend
on rent and other living costs. The
Student Services Financial Aid website
provides useful tips on calculating your
budget, and information on housing
grants, loans and other entitlements.
A GUIDE TO HOUSING OPTIONS AND COSTS IN MELBOURNE
Costs indicated here should be used as a guide only.
Residential colleges
There are 12 colleges for graduate
students, located on the Parkville
campus or a short walk away. The
colleges provide a unique atmosphere
for graduate students, and include
academic and pastoral support. Each
college has facilities such as 24-hour
libraries and IT labs, music practice
rooms and other common areas.
Graduate students have a wide choice
of different accommodation at the
colleges, including apartments and
more traditional single rooms. All meals,
as well as a wide range of activities to
get involved in, are included in the fees.
See page 24 for more information.
Lease:
35–52 weeks
Meals:
Included
Average weekly cost:
$330–$520
Q
(including meals, academic support
and utilities). Financial assistance
available to many graduate students
through scholarships, bursaries and
employment (see page 24).
Cooking:
Generally no
Furnished:
Yes
Shared bathroom:
Some
Utilities included:
Yes
Intercollegiate Offce
+61 3 9347 9320
Q
2013 rates shown.
Student apartments
Student apartments are often designed
specifcally for students and can be
quite modern. Different apartment
styles are available, for example studio,
one bedroom or two bedrooms. The
apartments are generally self-contained,
but communal space is usually
available. The fgures below apply to
one-bedroom apartments.
Lease:
52 weeks
Meals:
Sometimes – meal plans may
be offered
Average weekly rent:
$300–$360
Cooking:
Yes
Furnished:
Yes
Shared bathroom:
No
Utilities included:
Sometimes – check
with the apartment administration
regarding which utilities are included in
your rent
residential colleges
on or near Parkville campus