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Again and again, Melbourne is named among the world’s most livable cities. The title is awarded to the city with the highest score for stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education and infrastructure. When you study in Melbourne, you’ll be living in a safe and vibrant city that offers world-class study options, services and the widest range of things to do.

Melbourne is the best student city in Australia and the third best student city in the world, according to the prestigious QS Best Student Cities 2019. Key features such as Victoria’s high standard and quality of living, vibrant multicultural society and social inclusion attracts international learners from all over the world to Victoria every year. Melbourne is home to the attractions that make the Australian lifestyle so appealing.

Victoria’s diverse landscape includes snowcapped mountains, vast seashores, striking desert regions and charming historic towns. While you’re studying here, why not make the most of the beautiful natural scenery and activities regional Victoria has to offer. You can easily arrange a day or weekend trip.

To find out more about Melbourne and Victoria’s interesting destinations, see Visit Victoria.

Melbourne has a network of trains, trams and buses which all service our campuses. If you don’t live too far from your campus, you might consider cycling, using one of Melbourne’s many safe and accessible bike paths.

To help plan your travels around Melbourne visit ptv.vic.gov.au

The Australian Government specifies AU$29,710 as the minimum amount required to cover your living costs for a 12-month period. This figure excludes tuition fees and the cost of travel to and from Australia. It is the minimum required to pay for your accommodation, commute to campus, buy food, have fun, and pay for all the little extras that you need day-to-day. Non-tuition fees include books and equipment, health insurance, administration, accommodation, and assistance to apply for or hold a student visa.

For more information on living, studying and exploring Melbourne and Victoria visit studymelbourne.vic.gov.au

Award-winning excellence and reputation

• Five-time Industry Collaboration winner (Victorian Training Awards)
• International Training Provider of the Year (Australian Training Awards, 2017)

• Alumni community of over 160,000 graduates
• Over 40 years educational experience
• Strong ties with industry partners, which contribute to practical work experience, networking and opportunities while you study

• Award-winning on-campus facilities, including the Australian-first Victorian Tunnelling Centre and Australian TAFE-first Holmesglen Private Hospital

• Dedicated academic and personal student support
• Regular recreation and activities, to make the most of your time at Holmesglen and in Australia

Learn more about the Holmesglen story.