Staff at GIT Australia are available to provide general advice and assistance with matters such as studying, homework, accommodation, English language problems and counselling. Students requiring special or intensive assistance must contact a Training Manager or Student support officer who may refer them to external support services if required.
Student support officer details will be provided during the orientation program.
Orientation & Enrolment
Orientation is conducted prior to the commencement of the course. Its purpose is to fully inform new students of most aspects of life at the Institute and to provide an introduction to studying, Melbourne’s costs of living, transportation, facilities, banking and accommodation. In addition Institute staff will be introduced, a tour of the Institute and the local area will take place and an opportunity to ask questions will be given.
Arrival Assistance
An airport pick-up service is available to arriving students, upon request. This is usually undertaken as part of a meet and greet service, and usually requires at least one week’s notice to the Institute by email to
study@gurkhas.vic.edu.au , prior to the student’s arrival.
Accommodation Assistance
GIT Australia has its own accommodation facilities for overseas students to stay whrn they first arrive in Melbourne.Our accommodation at Hotel Doma can provide a single or double room at a discounted rate upon request. Please visit dolma.com.au or contact student services for any accommodation inquiry.
The following types of accommodation are available for International students in Australia.
| Accommodation Type |
Indicative cost |
| 1. Full Board (Home stay) |
A$150.00 - A$170.00 per week |
| 2. Student house |
A$80.00 - A$100.00 per week |
| 3. Half Board |
A$ 70.00 - A$ 100.00 per week (plus expenses) |
| 4. Leasing a House/Flat |
A$200.00 - A$300.00 per week (unfurnished) |
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