I want to plan my travel

  • If you are enrolling in standard Semester 1 or 2 subjects, aim to arrive before Orientation starts.   

    This will enable you to

    • Make the most of the orientation activities that will be scheduled
    • Get settled before the start of your classes
    • Attend classes from the start of semester.

    Always check the teaching start date for your subjects in the subject entry in the Handbook.

  • UniTravel is the University’s own travel program, supported by ATPI. The service has many benefits including access to discounted airfares and up-to-date general travel advice. UniTravel is with you every step of the way, including rebooking flights, should your flights be cancelled or rescheduled. 

    In an added safety and wellbeing measure, flights booked with UniTravel are visible to us here at the University. This means staff can monitor any significant disruptions or delays to your journey and can support you with any changes to your travels plans, right through to your arrival in Melbourne.

    If you would like book your travel through UniTravel please contact student.unitravel@atpi.com or +61 3 9035 5666. This supported service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • Like other travel services, any booked airfare will be subject to the conditions set by the chosen airline.

    If students choose to explore a booking with UniTravel, all the terms and conditions will be made clear when selecting a flight and communicated by our travel consultants.

  • Find out all about the range of accommodation options at Melbourne.

    If you are looking for accommodation close to the Parkville campus, check out the range of University accommodation options, available exclusively to students. Dedicated staff are available to assist you with your options and support your arrival in Melbourne.

  • Students with families that include young children typically organise accommodation via the private rental market in Melbourne. There are a range of commercial websites available listing properties for rent in the suburbs close to campus, and students are encouraged to contact the rental agents promoting these properties directly for support and advice on arranging an inspection once you arrive in Melbourne.

  • Find information to get started in setting up your bank account in Australia. Remember to do your own research or drop into a branch to get your questions answered.

  • Yes, airport pickup is available to new international students arriving at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). See our Airport pickup service page for more details.

  • Study Melbourne is an excellent resource for learning about the cost of living in Melbourne. For more information, see Study Melbourne's Cost of living in Victoria page.

  • We strongly encourage students travelling to Melbourne to book a flexible ticket that allows rescheduling should you be unable to make your flight.

  • If you are planning to return home over the summer period, you should ensure you have a valid student visa and have made the necessary travel arrangements to return to Melbourne  ahead of your classes commencing.

    If you are prevented from returning due to unforeseen circumstances that arise while you are outside of Australia:

    • Apply for a Leave of Absence if you are unable to study due to compassionate and compelling reasons
    • Withdraw from your course and reapply at a later stage when you can return and meet student visa requirements.