Australia Student Accommodation

Accommodation Options

Accommodation is a key planning point when organizing studying in Australia. It is important to book somewhere to live, either short or long term, so that you have somewhere concrete to stay when arriving in the country.

You are usually able to find permanent or long term accommodation based on campus or close by your campus provided by your educational institution. You will be able to live with other international students, or a mix of international and local students.

It is a good idea to research your accommodation options, and also those offered by your institution to find the best fit for you. You should also look up information on the suburbs surrounding your university or TAFE, for a better idea of the area and what the cost of living is like.

For temporary accommodation, you can find living spaces in a range of places like hostels, backpacker lodges, hotels or motels. It is a good idea to book temporary accommodation if you would prefer not to pre-book permanent accommodation before arriving in Australia. You can plan to stay in temporary accommodation for a few weeks while you learn about the city and its surrounding suburbs, and see in person your living options.

You can get assistance from your educational institution for temporary accommodation if you wish, or you can book directly with your institution if you prefer.

You can find detailed information about both permanent and temporary living options in our Arriving to Australia Section.