La Trobe International
La Trobe International
Level 2, Peribolos East
Melbourne campus
Future students
Tel: (+61 3) 9627 4805
Free call (within Australia): 1800 619 768
Current students or enquiries related to submitted applications:
Tel: (+61 3) 9479 1199
Current students after hours helpline: 1800 758 360
Email: international@latrobe.edu.au
Online enquiry: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/enquiry
Website: www.latrobe.edu.au/international
La Trobe University Overseas Representatives
La Trobe University has a worldwide network of representatives who can assist you with applying to study at La Trobe. Visit: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/agents
La Trobe International (LTI) is generally the first point of contact for international students at the University. Students are welcome to come for advice, information and support. La Trobe International is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
La Trobe International services
We understand the difficulties international students can face in adjusting to a new culture and environment, making new friends and studying successfully, all at the same time. Experienced staff work at La Trobe International, specialising in a variety of areas, ensuring that students don’t have to cope with the transition to life in Australia all on their own. Services and support include:
- assistance with visa, health insurance and pre-departure information including information on suitable accommodation
- our Transition @ La Trobe Facebook/RenRen program that puts you in touch with current La Trobe University students (known as E-Friends) and other new students before you leave home
- a free airport or railway reception service
- an extensive University Orientation to prepare you for life and study in Australia and
- comprehensive Pre-departure and arrival information in the My Life at La Trobe guide
- advice and support on personal, financial or cultural issues, transition to life in Australia and study at La Trobe University
- specialised information for sponsored students, Muslim students and students with families
- the UniMates program at the Bendigo campus - weekly social activities with local students to help you make friends and learn more about Aussies
- social activities and programs varying between campuses e.g. day trips, a Weekend Break program, a Student Volunteer Host program and a Language and Cultural Exchange program
- ‘READY SET GO!’ Workshops for when you complete your course. There are two streams: Staying in Australia or Returning Home
- advice for students who wish to study at an overseas institution as part of their degree.
- a great range of social and professional opportunities for international students through partnerships with the local community.
LTI can also advise you as to your rights and responsibilities as an international student under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) framework. Information is available at: www.latrobe.edu.au/international/life/compliance and www.aei.gov.au
International student programs
Each semester, LTI runs a variety of programs (including social activities, community engagement and competitions), in which all international students are encouraged to participate.
Language and Cultural Exchange (LACE)
The Language and Cultural Exchange (LACE) program brings local and international students together to exchange language skills and share cultural knowledge. Students are matched with one or more students to practise their language skills (e.g. English, Mandarin, Chinese, and Spanish) and share their cultural knowledge. There are also group events, such as BBQs (barbecues) and lunches, where students can meet even more students in the program.
Weekend Break Program
Students can join a Weekend Break Program that occurs over the course of one weekend where they are hosted by a host family in regional Victoria. During the weekend students have opportunities to experience a regional environment, learn more about Australia and engage in cultural exchange. Program dates for each year is advertised in InterNews.
InterNews
InterNews is a fortnightly e-newsletter of important and interesting information for international students, ranging from events on campus and around Melbourne to relevant changes in university and immigration regulations. All international students are encouraged to subscribe to InterNews and also to contribute news items. To subscribe, email: studentsupport@latrobe.edu.au
For more information, see: