The University of Queensland

Set in the riverside suburb of Saint Lucia, the University of Queensland (or UQ, as it’s more commonly known), is one of Brisbane’s most distinguished universities. Featuring grand sandstone buildings and cutting-edge science facilities, the university is surrounded by a bustling student neighbourhood. Calling Saint Lucia home will give you the chance to live close to UQ, the city centre and the scenic Brisbane River.

There are several Student Living apartments within a short distance of UQ, including Student Living -The Manors, Student Living - Gailey, Student Living - Macquarie, Student Living - Twelfth Avenue, and Student Living - Visage.

Griffith University

From the city’s peaceful southern suburbs to its bustling South Bank district, Griffith University has several campuses located throughout Brisbane. Although it’s quite a young university (Griffith was founded in 1971), it has over 50,000 current students. If you’re enrolled at Griffith’s South Bank campus, you can look forward to studying among a vibrant entertainment precinct.

Home to restaurants, bars, theatres and an artificial beach, South Bank is the cultural heart of Brisbane. UniLodge South Bank is just a short walk from the university, making it an ideal place to live for Griffith students. The university’s Nathan and Mount Gravatt campuses can also be accessed easily on public transport, and the CBD is within walking distance.

Queensland University of Technology

QUT has two sprawling campuses – one in the heart of the city and another in the suburb of Kelvin Grove. No matter which campus you’re enrolled at, both locations are appealing to students. The Gardens Point campus is directly adjacent to the City Botanic Gardens in Brisbane’s CBD. It hosts the Gardens Cultural Precinct, which includes the Gardens Theatre and QUT Art Museum. Situated just 200m away, UniLodge on Margaret is the closest UniLodge student apartment to the Gardens Point Campus. UniLodge Park Central in Woolloongabba is a short bus ride away, as is Student Living - Shafston. An alternative to student accommodation is Realm Kangaroo Point, a long term rental only community where students are equally welcome. 

QUT’s Kelvin Grove campus is just north of the city, offering a more suburban setting for students. Known for its markets and coffee shops, the local neighbourhood is home to some of the best student accommodation in Brisbane. Located in the Urban Village precinct, UniLodge School Street Studios is only a 5-minute walk from the campus.

The University of Adelaide

Located in the city centre, the University of Adelaide is the third-oldest university in Australia. The North Terrace campus is bordered by the Art Gallery of South Australia and the State Library of South Australia, making it one of the city’s main intellectual hubs.

Surrounded by a bustling neighbourhood, the University of Adelaide is a fantastic place to study while immersing yourself in Adelaide’s unique culture. Between classes, you could discover the local food and wine scene or jump on a tram and explore the city’s scenic coastal suburbs like Glenelg.

If you’re lucky enough to be enrolled at the University of Adelaide, several UniLodge housing is located within a short distance of the North Terrace campus, including:

• UniLodge Metro Adelaide
• UniLodge on Waymouth
• Student Living - Bent Street
• Student Living - East West
• Student Living - Edge Apartments
• Student Living - Thomas House
• Student Living - Tobin House
• Student Living - Tower Apartments.

Many of these student apartments are also conveniently close to other learning institutions in Adelaide, such as TAFE and Carnegie Mellon University.

The University of South Australia

With two campuses in the city centre, the University of South Australia provides excellent learning opportunities in the heart of Adelaide. Located on the corner of North Terrace and Frome Road, the City West campus sits directly adjacent to the University of Adelaide. Just a short distance away, the university’s City West campus can be found on the corner of North Terrace and Morphett Street. With so many university campuses clustered together, this part of the city is always abuzz with activity.

Student Living - City West and Student Living - East West are both within walking distance of the University of South Australia’s main campuses, as are many of UniLodge’s other centrally located apartments. For students enrolled at the University of South Australia’s Magill campus, UniLodge’s Student Living - Magill Hartley and Student Living - Magill Campus are both ideally located close to classes.

With its influential universities and rich culture, it’s easy to see why Melbourne is one of the most popular destinations for internal and domestic students in Australia. 

No matter which university you’re enrolled at or how long you plan to spend in Melbourne, UniLodge can help you find the perfect place to live. Check out our student accommodation in Melbourne to find your new home. There are many styles of apartments to choose from, all within walking distance to class.

If you're moving to Australia you'll need to have an Australian bank account to receive international money transfers to pay your rent for your student accommodation. To help make the research easier we've rounded up the best banks for students in Australia.

Get to Know Auckland

Set among two harbours, Auckland’s geographic location means you’ll be able to combine your studies with exploring New Zealand’s stunning outdoors. You could catch a ferry to Rangitoto Island, a dormant volcano just off the mainland, or go swimming at one of the city’s famous black-sand beaches. From a lively dining scene to museums and art galleries, there are also plenty of manmade attractions on offer in Auckland.

Our student accommodation in Auckland houses a mix of international and domestic students, so you’ll get to meet people from a wide range of backgrounds. To combine study periods with meaningful social interaction, book your student accommodation in Auckland with UniLodge today.

Get to Know Wellington

With its waterfront location and excellent learning institutions, Wellington is a land of opportunity for students. In addition to getting a great education, you’ll also be surrounded by nature, so you can enjoy an active lifestyle and discover the beauty of New Zealand’s outdoors.

The city is bordered by a 425-hectare belt of greenery filled with nature reserves, so there’s plenty of scenery to explore. You could also venture up Mount Victoria and marvel at the incredible views of the surrounding city.

Check out the accommodation options available at UniLodge Stafford House and book your student accommodation in Wellington today.

The University of Sydney

As Australia’s first university, the University of Sydney holds a special place in the nation’s history. Spread across the inner-city suburbs of Camperdown and Darlington, the main campus features impressive sandstone architecture and several libraries, art galleries and museums. Home to a lively student community, student housing can be found scattered throughout the campus and surrounding areas.

Western Sydney University

With 4 accommodation precincts across several locations including Hawkesbury, Penrith, Nirimba and Campbelltown, there is plenty of accommodation available at WSU.

The University of New South Wales 

UNSW’s main campus is in the south-eastern suburb of Kensington, around 7km from Sydney’s CBD. Known for its arts and culture scene, the Kensington area has everything you’ll need to enjoy your university years. A mini university town in the middle of suburban Sydney, Kensington is always buzzing with activity. Filled with cafés, pubs and art galleries, it’s a great spot to meet up with other students and make new friends.

UniLodge Ultimo – close to the University of Technology Sydney and the University of Notre Dame. No matter which university, college or TAFE you’re enrolled at, our student accommodation in Sydney can be found near many of the city’s best learning institutions. 

Get to Know Darwin

Residents of our student accommodation in Darwin love the city for its laidback lifestyle and friendly atmosphere. Once a frontier outpost, Darwin has grown into a bustling multicultural capital with endless sights and attractions to discover.

If you want to have an adventure in between study sessions, Darwin is the gateway to Kakadu National Park. An enormous nature reserve featuring wetlands, crocodile-infested rivers and ancient sandstone rock formations, Kakadu is around an hour and a half’s drive from Darwin.

The city also has several waterfront areas, beaches, and green spaces to explore such as Bicentennial Park and Stokes Hill Wharf. If you’re feeling brave, you could try swimming with crocodiles at Crocosaurus Cove or go fishing in the surrounding wetlands. To learn more about the history of Darwin, pay a visit to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Choosing to study in Darwin is an exciting opportunity to live and learn in one of Australia’s most unique cities. Book your student accommodation in Darwin with UniLodge today.

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Get to Know Cairns

Studying in Australia’s tropical north means you’ll have access to the best of everything this region has to offer – rainforests, coastal scenery, and James Cook University. If you’re looking to keep yourself entertained between classes and study sessions, Cairns is the perfect playground for off-duty students. The city’s esplanade is lined with restaurants and bars where you can dine out while overlooking the ocean. It also features a large swimming lagoon for when you want to cool off on humid days.

Catch a ferry out to the Great Barrier Reef to see the colourful coral and marine life, or head to the Daintree Rainforest and go hiking among ancient trees and rivers. Fly high above the treetops on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or catch the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway.

To live within a stone’s throw of these incredible attractions, lock in your student accommodation in Cairns by booking with UniLodge.

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Curtin University

Close to everything Perth has to offer, Curtin University’s main campus is located just south of the central business district in the suburb of Bentley. Many of the thousands of students who attend Curtin University live in the surrounding neighbourhood, creating a vibrant and multicultural community.

Curtin also has 3 smaller off-site campuses throughout Perth as well as international campuses. The main Perth campus has its own bus station so students can easily travel around the city. A free shuttle bus servicing the Bentley area is also provided during semesters.

As it’s so close to the city, the Bentley area is within easy reach of some of Perth’s best attractions. When you’re not in class or studying, you can get to know Perth by exploring its fantastic beaches, parks, cafés, and shopping precincts.

UniLodge’s rental accommodation in Perth includes 6 on-campus properties:

• UniLodge at Curtin University – Erica Underwood House
• UniLodge at Curtin University – Vickery House
• UniLodge at Curtin University – Guild House
• UniLodge at Curtin University – Kurrajong Village
• UniLodge at Curtin University - Twin Dolphin Hall 
• UniLodge at Curtin University - Zamia Apartments 

Each property is designed to provide students with the ideal environment for studying and making friends, so you can enjoy a meaningful social life while getting a great education.  

Get to Know Townsville

Along with its country town charm and laidback locals, Townsville hosts a number of governmental, community and major business administrative offices. It also has a lively nightlife and beautiful waterfront areas and is close to popular tourist attractions like Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef.

Boasting up to 300 days of sunshine each year, the city’s climate is perfect for outdoor recreational activities like rainforest hiking, mountain biking and snorkelling. You could soak up the sunshine at The Strand, a strip of tropical beach and gardens along the waterfront, or explore the parklands on the banks of the Ross River.

The cost of living in Townsville is low compared to many other Australian cities, making it easy for students to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle on a modest budget. Get the most out of your student experience by booking your room at UniLodge student accommodation in Townsville.

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Get to know Christchurch

Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. A gateway to ski resorts, alpine villages, scenic vineyards and wildlife adventures, it’s surrounded by natural wonders. Due to the city’s mountainous location, Christchurch is one of the only places in Australasia where you can go from sitting in a lecture to skiing in under 2 hours. You’ll be able to fill your weekends and holidays with trips to nearby attractions or with explorations of the culturally rich city centre.

As the second most populous town in New Zealand, Christchurch is firmly back on its feet following a period of recovery in the wake of the 2011 earthquake. Having regained its status as a hub of learning and employment opportunities, the city is a fantastic place to attend university.

UniLodge offers purpose-built international student accommodation in Christchurch, so you can be confident of finding a comfortable home away from home no matter where you’re from. Book your university accommodation in Christchurch, New Zealand today.

There’s our famous, authentic heritage attractions for starters. Discover Chinese culture at the Golden Dragon Museum, go underground at the Central Deborah Gold Mine, try wheel throwing at the Bendigo Pottery and see the best of the city from a vintage tram.

Explore the gastronomic delights of Bendigo with a foodie tour - taste seasonal food grown locally before enjoying a local wine or local beer at the end of the day. Wine and dine within goldfields-era architecture, visit a cellar door, explore Bendigo’s shopping scene and don’t leave without experiencing the latest Bendigo Art Gallery exhibition.

Get to Know Wodonga

There’s so much to do in Albury Wodonga! Enjoy the luxuries of city life on your doorstep or day trip through our surrounding region - renowned for its world-class wines, good brews, and gourmet food. You'll be a step away from the Murray River and Lake Hume, and the snowfields of Falls Creek and Mt Hotham.

Relax in the beauty of the natural environment away from the big city hustle, surrounded by the unspoilt beauty of national parks and rolling valleys, yet close enough to be just a few hours travel to the metropolitan life in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.

Choosing to study in Albury Wodonga is an exciting opportunity to live and learn in regional Australia. Book your student accommodation in Albury Wodonga with UniLodge today.

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Coffs Harbour’s The Big Banana, offers a great photo opportunity and a chance to walk around and check out the site. You can grab a number of superb edible banana products in the shop and get a thrill on the rides at the Big Banana Fun Park and Water Park.

There is an array of high rope challenges up high in the trees at TreeTops Coffs Harbour and down at the harbour you will be surround by the natural beauty of the mountain escarpments, rainforests and more than 90 kilometres of white beaches. Take in the sites at a number of vantage points including the Sealy Lookout Forest Sky Pier, Griffiths Lookout, Muttonbird Island and Look At Me Know Headland.

Lismore is at the heart of the northern NSW region where you’ll find a lively arts and music vibe and colourful locals. The alternative village of Nimbin is known for its hippie lifestyle, vivid murals and unique festivals and tucked away in the lush hinterland, Kyogle is the gateway to magnificent national parks and rainforests.

The Richmond Valley sits to the south, covering beaches, rivers and national parks. Casino, an art deco town on the banks of the Richmond River, is known as the beef capital of NSW. On the coast, Evans Head has ocean beaches, a calm estuary, national parks and delicious fresh seafood. You can also visit the small towns of Woodburn, Coraki and Rappville.

There is a range of country towns in regional Victoria which have accommodation available for students. La Trobe University has housing options in Shepparton, Wodonga, Ballarat, Melton and Mildura. 

'University City' Home to La Trobe and RMIT universities, Bundoora is commonly known as 'University City'. La Trobe sits among the Top 100 universities in the world and leads the way in award-winning research across business, science, technology and sport.