Accommodation
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Southern Cross University is pleased to offer accommodation to all study abroad students.  On the Lismore campus SCU provides university accommodation in 4-6 bedroom apartments with each student having a single bedroom and sharing kitchen, living and bathroom areas with their roommates.  All fully furnished units have their own kitchen, dining room, lounge room and bathroom. Bedrooms contain single bed, mattress & mattress cover, desk, chair, bookcase and built in wardrobe.  Students are required to cook their own meals and no meal plans are available.  The cost of accommodation is very reasonable.

Accommodation has a 24 hour security service. Internet access and/or Study Centers with photocopiers, computers and laser printers are on hand. A range of college-based social, cultural and sporting activities that is provided enhance student interaction. Accommodation for disabled students is also available.  

 

If you prefer to live in houses with Australian families you will be assisted to make suitable arrangements

 

There is off campus housing available at the Tweed and Coff Harbour campuses and the University will assist with housing options.

Support Services

 

Southern Cross University is committed to providing all students with the support services necessary to ensure a successful academic and personal experience.

 

The University prides itself on providing international students with a very high level of support.  The staff-student ratio in the International Office is among the best at any university in Australia.

 

International students on all three campuses are provided with a range of specialist services, which include:

  • Pre-arrival information
  • Airport reception
  • Accommodation placement
  • Comprehensive orientation
  • Student advisors
  • Learning assistance
  • Organization of social activities and excursions
  • Visa and health insurance assistance

 

 

Medical and counseling services, career advice, student clubs and associations, sporting facilities and eateries are available at the Lismore and Coffs Harbour campuses.  A dental service, banking facilities and live music venues are also available on the Lismore campus.  Similar services are located in close proximity to the Tweed Gold Coast campus.

 

For more information visit www.scu.edu.au