By Mallory Evans One of the first things you’ll hear when moving to Melbourne is how highly everyone rates the city’s public transport. Despite its size, Melbourne is incredibly accessible via tram, bus and train – which is great news if you’re seeking to explore your new hometown. But all these options can feel a […]

Last updated 04/03/2021 University College is monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak and implementing measures to keep our community safe and continuing to operate. We need to be proactive and adhere to the strict social distancing measures as outlined by the government. Some of our students, staff and wider visitors could be particularly vulnerable to the severe […]

By Jake Vernon-Elliot Moving into College is always an exciting, yet unnerving experience; the opportunity to become more independent and meet life-long friends vs. the uncertainty of the unknown. The whole prospect can seem daunting at times, moving out of home, meeting new people, and of course facing the challenge of packing the optimum number […]

By Tori Thompson The transition from high school to university is one of the most exciting adventures you will embark on and there is often a wide range of things that need to be considered along the way! Below we list some of these: Follow Your Passion Naturally, the first thing to look at when […]

By Rainjan Blakers Moving interstate is, in itself, a daunting experience, so when I decided on moving to Melbourne as a student for uni, it was especially nerve racking. Born and raised in Hobart, Tasmania, I moved to Melbourne to study a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne after a gap year. With […]

When you’re a new student looking for accommodation, the options can get a little confusing. The term ‘college’ means different things to different people; for many, a college is somewhere that teaches courses, but it can also refer to student accommodation. In Melbourne, there are ten residential colleges linked to the University of Melbourne. Some […]

Your first year at university is already stressful enough, but it can be especially tough when moving from a different country. There are a number of colleges in Melbourne for international students, such as University College which provides the perfect transition from being completely dependent on family to being almost completely independent. When I first […]