Spaces for everyone

Explore spaces across our campuses where you can study, connect with others, take a break or access the facilities you need. Browse the locations listed here to discover your own favourite spaces on campus.

Sensory spaces

Sensory spaces provide quieter, lower-sensory environments where you can study or take a break. Depending on the space, you might find fidgets, space to study, lamps, comfortable seating or adjustable temperatures and lighting.

Some spaces are open to everyone, while others require you to register for access. Find your campus below to explore available sensory spaces.

LocationWhat you’ll findAccess
Library, Room 1107 – Library Low Sensory Room
  • Low sensory and quiet room
  • Soft furnishings and adjustable lighting available (including a lamp and dimmer switch)

Who can use it: All students

Opening hours: 9am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday

How to access: No card access required

LocationWhat you’ll findAccess

ARTS 2.23 and 2.24 – Library Low Sensory Zone

  • Fidget spinners, colouring pencils and colouring sheets
  • Sensory ripple lamp with Bluetooth and a dimming floor lamp
  • Adjustable temperature and lighting
  • Furniture includes beanbags, rugs, blankets, weighted lap blanket, beanbags and yoga mat
  • Room has acoustic padding on walls

Who can use it: Students and staff who identify as disabled, neurodivergent, Deaf or living with an ongoing medical condition

Opening hours: The same as building opening hours

How to access: Email LIB-Environments@latrobe.edu.au to register for card access

LocationWhat you’ll findAccess

Library, 1.20 – Library Low Sensory Room

  • Quiet space with privacy film on windows
  • Comfortable and moveable furniture
  • Adjustable lighting and dimmable floor lamp

Who can use it: Students and staff who identify as disabled, neurodivergent, Deaf or living with an ongoing medical condition

Opening hours: The same as building opening hours

How to access: Email LIB-Environments@latrobe.edu.au to register for card access

TLC-411 – Neurodiversity Sensory Room

  • Fidget spinners, colouring sheets and pencils
  • Multi-use space with zones for quiet conversation and study
  • Furniture includes a two-seater couch, other seats and study tables
  • Comfortable and moveable furniture

Who can use it: Neurodivergent students and a small number of staff in student-supporting roles

Opening hours: 8am–9pm, 7 days a week  

How to access: Sign up for the La Trobe University Neurodiversity Network (LTUNN) for card access

LocationWhat you’ll findAccess

NEA 101A

  • Separate room
  • Sensory egg chair
  • Soft lighting options

Who can use it: All students

Opening hours: 8am–5pm, Monday–Friday

How to access: No card access required during opening hours. Email mildura@ltsa.com.au to register for weekend card access. Weekend access also gives you access to the Brian Grogan Building, including toilets and printing facilities.

LocationWhat you’ll findAccess

Level 2,
Room 215 – Reflection Room

  • Separate room
  • Comfortable furniture

Who can use it: Everyone

Opening hours: The same as building opening hours

How to access: No card access required during opening hours

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Breastfeeding and chestfeeding rooms

Each of our campuses have breastfeeding and chestfeeding rooms to support parents at La Trobe. The rooms provide a private space with a lockable door, comfortable chair, reachable table and power points, as well as a nearby kitchen or sink and fridge.

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Multifaith worship and prayer locations

Our campuses have a range of spaces for worship, prayer and quiet reflection.

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Physical access and mobility maps

Find physical access and mobility maps for your campus, plus information about accessible parking and help getting to your classes or campus facilities.

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Other spaces at Melbourne (Bundoora)

Explore more places to relax, connect with others or spend time between classes at the Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus.

The Club House

The Club House

Relax, catch up with friends, play table tennis and other games or get involved in activities at this multipurpose student space in the Agora.

The Retreat (HU3-105)

The Retreat (HU3-105)

Take some time out in a quieter space with comfortable seating, puzzles, light reading and wellbeing resources.

Third Place (TLC 211)

A comfortable space co-designed with students where you can connect with others, access health information and basic contraceptive and menstrual products or take part in activities throughout semester.

Queer Lounge (HU3-341)

The Queer Lounge is a welcoming space for LGBTIQA+ and questioning students to relax, pick up resources or connect with others.

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More spaces to explore

Study spots

Study spots

Need somewhere to focus, work with others or join an online class? Explore the different study spaces available at your campus.

Find a study space

Indigenous student spaces

Indigenous student spaces

Connect with community and access dedicated spaces for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at our campuses.

Learn about Indigenous Student Services

Sport and recreation facilities

Sport and recreation facilities

Discover places to work out or play sport at our Bendigo and Melbourne (Bundoora) campuses, including gyms, courts and an indoor pool at the Bundoora Campus.

Get active