Popular types of accommodation for international students in Australia
AUSTRALIA International students can choose dormitories, different types of student apartments, live with natives in Australia, etc., depending on their economic conditions.
Housing is an important aspect that directly affects the psychology and learning ability of international students when living in a completely foreign country. Therefore, young people need to understand the advantages and limitations of each type when renting in Australia to balance the budget and ensure safety during their studies.
IDP specialists advise and support housing services for Vietnamese students and students during a study abroad event. Photo: IDP
IDP study abroad consultants have compiled three types suitable for Vietnamese students. In particular, with the form of living with locals (homestay), international students can understand more about the culture, improve their foreign language skills during their time studying and living in Australia. This form is usually suitable for those who are under 18 years old and need a guardian during their study abroad. Homestay is also suitable for international students studying short-term English courses.
The next safe form is the dormitory. This is a popular choice for international students who come to another country for the first time to study. When living here, international students will save time and costs of traveling to school. Most of the cost of meals, equipment, services, laundry are included in the cost of the dormitory.
In addition, in developed countries such as Australia, buildings have additional apartments designed specifically for students, ensuring room quality and safety during the study period. This type of accommodation provides a fully-equipped living environment and common living spaces such as a cafeteria, library, gym, etc. As a result, international students can easily interact with international friends. .
At the same time, while here, you can participate in joint programs to help develop more soft skills such as cooking lessons, yoga... or participate in career seminars to improve your quality of life and understanding. Learn more about the working environment in Australia. In addition, during their studies, international students can participate in interview practice, CV writing or cultural exchange activities to help them quickly adapt to a multi-ethnic society like Australia.
In addition, many international students choose to rent private housing to reduce some of the costs. However, this form has many limitations when tenants have to buy furniture themselves, pay electricity and water costs and prove credit history to the landlord.
If choosing this method, students need to choose the right time to rent, before the demand for housing increases like the beginning of the new semester. At the same time, you need to carefully consider the regulations on transactions and costs agreed in the contract to avoid unexpected problems, leading to hindering the change of new accommodation.
According to IDP study abroad consultants, when considering a rental contract, international students need to find out the landlord's information, consult the previous tenant's assessment, check the condition of the house including the furniture. and electrical system, heating, hot water before moving into living.
To assist Vietnamese students in finding accommodation, IDP has a range of budget and lifestyle programs through partners in major Australian cities. In July, this unit organized the International Student Admission Day in Hai Phong (June 30), Hanoi (July 1), Ho Chi Minh City (July 2), Can Tho (July 4). ), Da Nang (July 6) and Nha Trang (July 7). The event brings together more than 100 top high schools, colleges and universities in Canada, Australia, UK, USA and New Zealand.
Here, you can interact directly with the school's representatives and review the application right at the event. The team of IDP consultants will actively search for scholarships for potential applications, recommending support services such as housing search, medical insurance registration, guardianship services and overseas remittance. free of charge.
Participants also have the opportunity to experience the fast application process through the FastLane feature on IDP Live. The application helps Vietnamese students find the right course easier and shorten the time to receive the results of the admission application.
In addition, IDP international students in Vietnam will receive a personalized pair of Nike shoes when they sign up for The Switch's Australian housing service for the second semester of 2023.