Living in Melbourne

Australia's Cultural Capital

Melbourne is known as the cultural capital of Australia, which makes it the perfect location for you to immerse yourself in art and design education. The city is proudly diverse, embracing multiculturalism and offering an abundance of art, food, culture, sport, music and design.

In Melbourne’s CBD, the small laneways become the canvas for an array of world-class street art, appreciated by locals and tourists alike. Melbourne also is renowned for its coffee culture, owing to its rich multicultural history. The city boasts many different ethnic pockets, providing a culturally authentic range of fantastic food, most of which is available in and around Collingwood, satisfying every taste!

Melbourne has almost as many galleries as it has restaurants! Whether you are visiting a major touring exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) or the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) at the iconic Melbourne landmark, Federation Square, there is no shortage of creative stimulation in the city. Of course there are many smaller galleries scattered around the city too, with some located right in Collingwood meaning you can adventure on your lunch breaks in between classes.

Melbourne is well regarded as being a safe and welcoming place for international students. For students interested in seeing more of Australia, Melbourne is only a short drive to beautiful towns, forests and beaches or you can fly to Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and Tasmania, offering lots of opportunities for a weekend away.