Being an international student in Australia can be hard, but we’ve just the thing to help you navigate around the pitfalls of studying and living in Australia.
In addition to his career development series for Meld to aid international students in Australia, Monash University’s Multicultural Employment Consultant, Danny Ong, wrote The International Students’ Handbook: Living and Studying in Australia.
It covers almost every aspect of life in Australia as an international student, with information such as your rights as an international students, staying safe, how to get the most out of your time, and why you should volunteer and work, in Australia.
We’ve got a copy of the book to give away!
For your chance to win it, simply tell us in the comments section below, why you’d like to have the book. The person with the best answer wins the prize. Remember to provide your real name and email address so we can get in touch with you.
The competition closes on October 29 and is only open to those living, studying, or working in Victoria. The winner will be announced via email on October 30.
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Katherine
October 16, 2012
I’d love to know more about international student issues for my blog
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October 16, 2012
It’s been 9 months since I moved to Australia for university, and in this 9 months I feel I have learnt more than what I did the rest of my life, moving away from home. it’s been a very challenging transition, although I am better settled now and everyday seems better, I believe getting hands on such a resource (the book) will be definite help in my journey of transitioning to Australia.
Alia Alsagoff
October 18, 2012
Hi Meld Magazine team,
I’d like to be the one who wins this book because I, for one, will not be using it just for myself. Some of us already know what it’s like to pack our bags and relocate to a country halfway around the world. Some of us experience “culture shock”, depression, anxiety, homesickness, and other mixed feelings about leaving our comfort zone back in our homeland. I would like to try and help fellow students to think positively and encourage them to grab the opportunity of a lifetime by pursuing their studies in Australia and participating in cultural exchanges. As a student council member, I will ensure that the information and insights gained from reading this book will be passed on to new students in order to prepare them for life in Australia, as well as to help them get acquainted with the Australian culture and way of life.
Joyce Cheng
October 29, 2012
not sure if i still stand a chance to win.. but to know abt the living in melbourne culture and lifestyle sure would help me make myself more comfortable.