International postgraduates

Find out about information and support services provided by the university to all international students. Postgraduates are welcome to access these services.

University services

Support programs

Accommodation

Government information

University services

Learning support

For international students there is a wide range of learning support available.

Student advisers

International students are encouraged to seek assistance from a Student Adviser about any issues including settling in and making cultural adjustments to life in Australia, visa matters, ESOS regulations and overseas student health cover. Programs available include language and cultural exchange programs, mentoring and friendship programs. There are student advisers on all six campuses.

Reseach student orientation

Student advisers run regular compulsory VIP (Vital International Presention) orientation sessions for international research students covering such topics as overseas health cover; regulations and visas; work rights; money matters and tax file numbers.

Other services

The University has a wide range of services for all students - for postgraduate-specific information see our uni services webpage.

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Support programs

Peer mentor program

The Peer Mentor Program is designed to assist new International students to settle into their studies and become independent.  Senior students (2nd semester and above) act as mentors and use their experience and knowledge to guide new students through the first six weeks of their course. 

Gippsland International student friendship program (GISFP)

The GISFP matches international students studying at the Gippsland campus with families from the local community. The GISFP provides social and practical support for international students by establishing friendships and cultural exchange.

Family support

Family and Child Care supports international families with children studying at Monash University. Advice is available regarding childcare, primary school, playgroups, school holiday care and other child and family support issues. Social events for international students with families are held throughout the year.

International students emergency fund

The Sir Edward Dunlop International Students Emergency Fund (SEDISEF) is a community-based fund that provides short-term loans to International Students in universities, TAFE institutes and secondary schools in Victoria, Australia.

Applications for loans will be considered to overcome a short-term financial crisis or cover unexpected expenses which threaten a student’s ability to continue their studies.

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Accommodation

Check out our accommodation guide for on and off-campus options. There are also other options (homestay, homeshare) that are specifically for international students.

Government information

Education services for overseas students (ESOS)

The Australian government regulates the education and training sector’s involvement with overseas students studying in Australia on student visas.

Visit Monash's ESOS information page for further information.

Department of Immigration

Information about student visas at the Department of Immigration website.

Study in Australia

This Australian government website provides information on living and studying in Australia. It includes tips on safety, how to get involved in the community and information on Australia. There are versions in 12 languages, just click on your preferred language version at the bottom of the page.

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