Beyond your arrival

Achieve Academic Success

Studying at the University of Melbourne offers a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, develop your skills and enhance your professional expertise. As an Australia Awards Scholar, you will benefit from a comprehensive range of academic, wellbeing and support services designed to help you excel throughout your studies.

Your Student Contact Officer (SCO) is available to guide you through university processes, connect you with support services and help you make the most of your scholarship experience. Whether you are adapting to a new academic environment, seeking to strengthen your study skills or require additional academic support, assistance is available at every stage of your degree.

  • The University provides a variety of services to support your learning, including:

    • Academic Skills workshops and resources
    • Library services and specialist support
    • Course planning and enrolment advice
    • Faculty and departmental student support
    • Peer mentoring and study programs

  • If you experience academic challenges, you may be eligible for Supplementary Academic Support (SAS), which can provide funding for tutoring or other approved academic assistance.

  • Maintaining your wellbeing is integral to academic success. As a scholar, you can access:

    • Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
    • Health and wellbeing services
    • Safer Community Program
    • Student Equity and Disability Support
    • Career and employability services

    At Melbourne, you are part of a community dedicated to supporting you in achieving your academic goals and realising your full potential.

Build Your Life in Melbourne

Relocating to a new country is more than commencing a university degree. It is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture, form lasting friendships and become part of a vibrant, diverse community.

The University of Melbourne, together with your Australia Awards support team, is committed to helping you settle into life in Melbourne and make the most of your time in Australia.

  • You can access information and support on:

    • Accommodation and living arrangements
    • Public transport and navigating Melbourne
    • Healthcare and wellbeing services
    • Banking, budgeting and daily life in Australia
    • Safety and emergency assistance

  • Many Australia Awards Scholars arrive with dependants. We can connect you with information and services related to:

    • Schooling for children
    • Childcare options
    • Healthcare and family wellbeing
    • Community resources and support networks

  • Enhance your scholarship experience by participating in:

    • Australia Awards events and activities
    • University programs and student clubs
    • Cultural and community networks
    • Leadership and professional development opportunities
    • Volunteer and engagement activities

    Melbourne is consistently recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities. We encourage you to explore, connect and create a rewarding experience both within and beyond the classroom.

Become a Global Alumni Leader

Your Australia Awards Scholarship represents more than a degree—it is an investment in your future leadership and the development of your home country.

As you approach graduation, the University of Melbourne will support you in preparing for the next stage of your journey and assist with your transition beyond study.

  • You can access guidance on:

    • Scholarship completion requirements
    • Graduation and conferral
    • Return travel arrangements
    • Departure planning and final obligations
    • Key timelines and processes

  • Upon graduation, you will join two influential communities:

    • The University of Melbourne alumni network
    • The Australia Awards global alumni network

    Together, these networks connect thousands of professionals, researchers, policymakers, educators and leaders worldwide.

  • As an alumnus, you may have opportunities to:

    • Participate in professional development activities
    • Attend alumni events and networking opportunities
    • Collaborate with fellow graduates
    • Engage in knowledge sharing and leadership initiatives
    • Maintain connections with Australia and the University of Melbourne

    Your scholarship journey continues beyond graduation. As a Melbourne graduate and Australia Awards alumnus, you join a global community committed to creating positive change in countries and communities around the world.