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1 June 2023

International students: we can help you cope with uni life, from accommodation to financial aid

We absolutely love our international students and are so happy you’ve chosen to study at Deakin! But we know that living and studying away from home can bring extra challenges on top of your coursework – from financial pressures to loneliness and language barriers.

Times are especially tough right now with the cost of living increasing. Food, accommodation and essential items are all more expensive, and you may be worried about how to manage.

We’re with you every step of the way, so please reach out for help if needed.

Accommodation support

There are several accommodation options you can explore if your current situation isn’t sustainable:

Food and essential supplies

You should never go without the basics, so please reach out to the following community services if you’re struggling:

Financial aid

It suddenly seems like the price of everything has increased. Our ‘Saving your money as a uni student’ series has useful tips on how to reduce your energy bill, leverage rewards and discount schemes, use online tools to spend less on everyday goods and save at the supermarket.

If you’re struggling to pay the bills, explore these financial assistance options:

Please look after yourself

Your health, wellbeing and safety is our top priority. At Deakin, you can:



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