The University of Melbourne

Congratulations once again on receiving your offer!

Please take time to read your offer email and letter of offer carefully and make sure all the information is correct.

Acceptance deadline/offer lapse date: Make sure to complete your acceptance process prior to this date. If a lapse date is not indicated on your letter of offer, we have provided a lapse date for you in your offer email.

This date will give you enough time to submit your acceptance documents, receive your Confirmation of Enrolment, apply for and obtain your student visa, kiss your family and friends goodbye at the airport, and hop on a plane bound for Australia!

Check your name:  (As on your passport), birth date, and student (applicant) ID number, campus location

Commencement and completion dates: Plan to arrive in Australia at least two weeks prior to your class start date.

Acceptance deposit amount: Your offer letter gives you the deposit amount required to hold your place.

Tuition fees: Your offer letter will list the total tuition fees.

University’s tuition fee policy: Please note that the University of Melbourne reviews all fees annually and these fees are subject to change without notice. It is important to factor this into your financial plan.

Understand Melbourne’s refund policy.

Australian Release Policy: It is important to be aware of the Australian Release Policy. If you are considering transferring to another Australian institution, you must be aware that if you apply for a visa, you will be unable to change institutions. You should not apply for a visa unless you are certain you want to attend that university. Please read the Australian Government’s Release Policy for more information. Let us know if you have any questions!

Specific admissions requirements/conditions (if applicable), including vaccination info and certificate requirements.

Declining Your Offer?

In case you choose to decline your offer, please let us know as soon as possible. Let us know by emailing your OzTREKK admissions officer outlining your decision and reason for declining your offer. We will then advise the university on your behalf. This is important because it can potentially open a spot for another student!

Step 1 – Read Your Entire Offer Letter
Ensure that you have read and understood your Offer Letter and all terms and conditions.

Step 2 – Set up your student account at Get Started at Melbourne
This will guide you through accepting your offer to your first class.

Step 2 – Respond to Offer

• Once in the portal, select Complete Agreement.
• Select the Offers tab to view offer.
• Select Respond to Offer and follow the prompts to accept your offer.

Step 3 – Pay Acceptance Deposit
Pay the acceptance deposit amount indicated on your offer letter.

When making your payment, quote your student ID and upload your receipt in the Melbourne Student Portal.

Payments can be made online through CIBC Foreign Exchange, Visa, or MasterCard or, for additional details and the telegraphic transfer option visit Payment Methods. Do not pay by BPay, money order, or bank draft.

Step 4 – Confirm Acceptance with OzTREKK
Once you have accepted your offer and completed your payment, please email us to let us know, so we can keep an eye out for your CoE.

Step 5 – Receive Your CoE
When your acceptance and payment are processed, the university will create your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). OzTREKK will email your CoE and instructions on how to apply for your Australian student visa.

OzTREKK recommends that you book temporary accommodation prior to leaving Canada if you plan to secure long-term housing once you arrive in Australia. Please note the city of Melbourne can be very busy in January and February!

Visit University of Melbourne’s Temporary Accommodation Guide for more info.

If you are interested in exploring other options for temporary accommodation, you can visit the following websites for hotel and backpacker information:

• Wotif
• Airbnb
• Lastminute
• Hotels.com
• Space Hotel

Offered at most universities in Australia, on-campus accommodations can be individual bedrooms or shared bedrooms with shared facilities. Australians often call these on-campus residences “residential colleges,” which Canadians should not confuse with the reference of “college” meaning a post-secondary institution. Residential colleges sometimes provide a meal plan, while others have a shared kitchen available.

Residential colleges tend to fill up fast in Australia, just as they do at Canadian universities. You normally have to receive an offer from your Australian university before you are eligible to apply for on-campus housing.

Residential Colleges
All residential colleges are located within 15 minutes’ walking distance from the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus. The colleges are a tram-ride from Melbourne’s CBD and a short walk from the Lygon Street precinct. 

• International House
• Janet Clarke Hall
• Newman College
• Ormond College
• Queen’s Collee
• St. Hilda’s College
• St. Mary’s College
• Trinity College
• University College
• Wilam Hall (formerly Medley Hall)

Student Village (not affiliated with the uni) provides on campus accommodation, located on Leicester Street right in the heart of Melbourne.

This is the most popular option for students from Canada studying at Australian universities.

Allow several weeks before orientation to find a suitable property. Demand is high right before the beginning of semester. Don’t settle on an unsatisfactory place out of desperation—it can be difficult to break your lease if you decide you want to vacate.

Be prepared to inspect at least 7 to 10 places. The more properties you see, the better able you will be to assess whether a property meets your needs and is reasonably priced.

Most popular suburbs for students are Carlton, Parkville, North/West Melbourne, and Fitzroy.

Many students also live in the CBD or Southbank where rents are higher, depending on the type of accommodation. St. Kilda’s (the beach) is approximately 20 minutes by car or 50 minutes by bus.

Visit Melbourne’s private rental accommodation website for more information and tips.

To find off-campus accommodation providers, rental tips, property advice, etc., visit

• Property.com.au
• Real Estate View

Look for a Place and a Roommate

• Student Sharehousing Australia
• Have a look at student.com and type in your city!
• Roomgo
• Flatmates
• Gumtree

OK, so now you have an idea of where you need to live, and where you’d like to live. What about transportation?

Melbourne is well-serviced by public transport. Trams, trains and buses are available. See Public Transport Victoria for information regarding timetables, maps, tram stops, train stations, bus route, fares and concessions.

Riding a bicycle is a great way to save money and keep fit. Cyclists find the Bicycle Network website useful for information on rules and regulations, purchasing bikes and accessories, safety and path maps.

Carlton and Parkville – These suburbs are located within a short walking distance to the university, and many of the staff and students reside here. There are a variety of cafes, grocery stores, and restaurants located in this area.

North Melbourne – This suburb is located within walking distance to the university, which is approximately 3 km away. It is close to Melbourne’s city centre, as well as many beautiful parks, shopping opportunities, restaurants, and hospitals.

Fitzroy – This suburb is located close to the university campus, and has a somewhat bohemian feel. It is an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and people. Fitzroy is also close to Melbourne’s city centre.

Brunswick – This suburb is somewhat farther from the Parkville campus than the other three listed above. Brunswick is approximately 5 km from the Parkville campus, and is easily accessible by both the Sydney Road and Lygon Street trams.