Holmesglen offers a comprehensive range of international student support services in Melbourne, designed to help you succeed while living and studying in Australia. From health and wellbeing support to cost of living guidance, education and childcare information, and modern campus facilities, our services support every stage of your journey. Whether you are planning to study in Melbourne or are already enrolled, you’ll find the support you need to succeed.
Medical doctors are available at our Chadstone and Moorabbin campuses during the semester. Please visit Student Support to make an appointment. Bulk billing applies, so remember to bring your Overseas Student Health Çover (OSHC) Card to your appointment.
If you’re planning your move to study abroad in Melbourne, you might be wondering about the cost of living. Along with the essentials, like accommodation, food, and transport, you’ll also want to leave room in your budget for other important things like health, fitness and entertainment.
Generally, international students should expect to need around $29,710 per year in addition to their tuition fees - this is in line with the financial requirements you will need to meet when applying for a Student visa (Subclass 500).
At Holmesglen, you will have access to a complete range of services and programs to assist and support you throughout your studies, including: Confidential counselling and welfare support, Disability Support, Learning Skills Centre, Information Technology (I) Assistance, Social clubs, events and activities and more. . For more information refer to Student Support.
Students who are coming to Australia with family members need to be aware of the costs associated with education and childcare in Melbourne. Students are advised to research the resources available prior to arrival in Australia. We recommend that you refer to the Study Melbourne website for further guidance:
On arrival students may also wish to visit our Student Support at Holmesglen for further assistance.
Library
Holmesglen provides library services at most of its campuses. Holmesglen Library provides students with learning resources, discussion rooms, computers and much more.
Helpful library staff members are available to assist students to use the library and to find specific information. Computers and discussion rooms can be booked in advance and printing and photocopying facilities are also available. Wi-Fi access is available on all Holmesglen campuses.
Cafeterias
Cafeterias are situated on all campuses and there are several restaurants and fast-food restaurants nearby.
Prayer room
Holmesglen provides prayer rooms on its Chadstone and Moorabbin campuses for students.
Your health is your most valuable asset, so it’s important to look after it. As an international student, you’re required to purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of your stay.
OSHC will cover most medical expenses whilst the student is in Australia. By signing Holmesglen's application form, students agree to be subject to the terms and conditions of an OSHC provider and their policies. Holmesglen's preferred provider is Allianz Care Overseas Student Health Cover.