You should read the frequently asked questions before you apply to live at the Student Village.

Q.  Who can apply?

You need to be a VU student, or have been offered a place in a course at VU to apply to live in the Student Village. Accommodation is also available to students from other universities where a vacancy exists. 

Q.  How can I apply for accommodation at Student Village?

Complete an application form online or download a copy and pay the application fee. You must attach confirmation of your enrolment, two confidential reference forms and two passport size photos to your application.

Q. I have sent in my application, what happens next?

You will be notified once your application has been received and processed.

Q. How long does it take to process an application for residency?

Applications may take up to 3 working days to process, providing the application is fully completed, which includes the application form and 2 references. The processing of applications can only occur when the Application Fee ($AUS50) has been paid.

Q. What are the terms and conditions?

Student Village has rules and regulations that all residents must follow. Make sure you understand your obligations and ensure you comply with all the terms and conditions that apply to the Student Village. 

Q.  Fees - How much does it cost?

The fees vary depending on the length of your stay. Fees are set out in the schedule of fees and are paid monthly.  The acceptance payment includes fees, a Student Club Levy, an Academic Development Levy and a Damages Default deposit.

Q. What additional expenses will I have to pay?

The fees at Student Village include cost of gas, water and electricity utilities.  Additional costs can include Internet and telephone costs, transport fares, course materials, entertainment, medical and other personal expenses.

Q. What method of payment can I use?

Payments can be made with credit card, EFTPOS, cheque or cash. 

Q. What sort of accommodation is available?

Student Village offers single room accommodation within two or three bedroom units.  Rooms are furnished with a single bed, desk and study chair, easy chair, bookcase, study lamp, bin and either gas or electric heating.  Each unit has a shared bathroom.

Q. What do I need to bring when I move in?

You will need to bring your computer, cooking utilities, crockery and your own linen (bed sheets, doona, blankets, pillows, towels etc), clothes and toiletries.     

You may also choose to bring other personal items such as an alarm clock, Television, CD player, books and photos.

Some residents chose to bring their own refrigerator however you are only permitted to keep a small bar refrigerator (140 litre) in the unit.

Q. How will I get to my university from Student Village?

Student Village is situated across from a tram line and a number of bus lines, both of which can take you to the Footscray Park campus and the Footscray train station where you can catch a train to City and Werribee campuses.  There is also a bus that can take you to the St Albans campus.

Q. I am an International student, is there an airport pickup?

Student Village does not offer an Airport pick up service.  This service may be organised through the Victoria University International Student Services.

Q.  What shops are near by?

Student Village is a 5 minute walk from the Highpoint Shopping Centre one of the largest shopping centres in Melbourne. 

Alternatively you can get a tram or train to Footscray and in 10 minutes you can be Footscray Central and access a variety of shops including the Footscray market, supermarkets, chemists, clothing stores and a Post Office.  There are also restaurants, cafes, medical and community services located in Footscray. 

You can also catch a tram, or a bus then a train for a short trip to the Central Business District of Melbourne.

Q.  How do I organise my meals?

There are supermarkets and a market nearby to do your shopping.  There are communal kitchens where you can do your own cooking.  The Residence Life Team will organise communal meals from time to time.

Q.  What are the Student Village office hours?