If you are having a hard time financially we have professional staff who can provide you with financial advice and assistance with study and living costs.

Fee extensions

If you are studying in Australia, you can apply for a fee extension before the invoice due date. You might be eligible if you are:

• a higher education full fee student
• a higher education or Further Education international student
• a Further Education government funded student

To apply, read and complete the Fee extension application. If you need more information or help filling out this form, please contact Student Welfare.

Centrelink assistance

Centrelink offers a range of payments and services while you're studying or training.
Student Welfare can assist you with Centrelink claims, eligibility, completing applications and liaison.

You may be eligible for:

• Youth Allowance if you are between 16 and 24 years old.
• Austudy if you are 25 years or older.
• ABSTUDY if you are an indigenous secondary or tertiary student.

• A Health Care Card if you are a low income earner.

Getting a job

We offer you a range of online and face-to-face employment and career services, as well as career fairs where you can meet graduate employers.

Money management

Being a student can limit your ability to earn substantial amounts of money and as a result you may need to live on a tight budget. Our budget sheet template can help you keep a track of your income and expenses and take control of your money.

Student Welfare provide you with a range of tips and advice on money management, how to save money, debt management and inform you of your rights in money and debt matters.

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Scholarships and grants

If you need financial support to pay for your course, we offer a range of scholarships across all fields of study. You can apply for scholarships that match your area of study and industry sector.

Grants for non-school leavers are also available. If you are a parent or carer returning to study you may be eligible for the Returning to Earning grant which can help with costs for course fees, books, materials and childcare fees.

Tax return

If you need help at tax time you can contact us for free tax return services.
We organise trained volunteers from the Australian Tax Office to provide you with assistance directly to fill out your tax return.

Contacting Student Welfare

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Phone: +61 3 9919 8801
+61 3 9919 2399
+61 3 9919 4418