According to a recent report done by Refuge of Hope there are lots and lots of wild expectations about living costs. But in reality Melbourne is very expensive and jobs are hard to find here. We explain.
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| Melbourne Uni. Image courtesy of theconversation.com |
Most of the people surveyed in the report have been living in Melbourne for less than two years.
Access to information
The survey respondents mainly got information about living in Melbourne from their friends and family. Some got it from their university. Information about job opportunities is one that needs the most improving. Universities could do more to improve their careers service in 2016 such as offer on campus jobs.
Costs of living in Melbourne
Because of the rising costs in Melbourne many found it hard to adapt to life in Melbourne.
Food is one of the concerns. The Couch an International student hub serves about 100-150 meals per day and more for hot drinks.Veronica often comes to the Couch for regular nightly meals as it is free.
Rent is also another with many students trying to juggle that as well as public transport. For some the cost of the daily fare can take a toll on their mental health as they worry about the finances. Some students are not eligible for the iUSE pass as they are in regional areas or don't come to uni much during the week. Many of the fines come for not having a valid ticket on a tram. The fine is now $223 and it comes in six weeks time.
Also the cheaper houses are far far away from uni and are often in places of crime. Hence students will have to worry about their safety at night.
Getting a job is not easy but if your English is good enough you can freelance.
Do read the report online here
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