Moving to Melbourne

Moving to Melbourne

Discover everything you need to study in Melbourne, the third most liveable city in the world.

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Lifestyle and culture

Explore everything Melbourne has to offer: museums and galleries, comedy and theatre, a thriving dining scene and nightlife, and plenty more.

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Public transport

Using your Myki card, getting around on public transport is easy and convenient. A network of trams, trains and buses can take you where you need to go.

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Employment

If you plan to work while you study, take advantage of our job resources and get job-ready.

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Events

Come along to student events to help you settle in, make new friends, and get to know your new home.

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Cost of living

How much should you budget for rent and bills? What about your spouse, groceries, public transport? Get to know Melbourne’s cost of living so you can be prepared for everyday life here.

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Accommodation

You want to live somewhere safe, comfortable and convenient. We can help you find your home away from home.

The reasons that persuaded me to apply at RMIT were its location at the heart of Melbourne CBD and the convenience it offered in terms of access to public transport, flexibility in selecting your accommodation and being able to experience the life in a major city.

Kartik Bist, Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (Honours)

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Our students and graduates can share their experience with you. Talk to them for some tips on moving to Melbourne and how to make the most of your RMIT experience!
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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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