Student support

The transition to Australian life

Much of our early support involves helping you adapt to life in a new country, beginning with the option of a welcoming airport pickup and transfer to your accommodation. We have helped thousands of students to resolve confusion with transport or money, learn new social customs and cope with homesickness. 

We know what to expect and how to help. Like all those we have previously helped, you will come to love life in Australia.
 

The transition to college life

Our comprehensive orientation program will ensure you understand the rules and regulations of the college.

It is important for you to know what is expected of you, and whom to contact if you need assistance or should wish to make a complaint. These sessions will help you quickly settle into college life.
  

Student support services

Our expert Student Services staff will advise you in all areas, from opening your new bank account and registering with a doctor, through to organising evening entertainment and social activities where you will begin making friends with your fellow students. That is why, whether you are a local or an international student, you will find Martin College a welcoming and inspiring place in which to study.
  

Academic and personal guidance

Regular private interviews are scheduled for each student. These ensure your studies stay on track and that assistance is provided with study, health, career and personal matters.
  

Student social and activities club

Learning while having fun is a key element of the Martin College experience. You can participate in a wide range of social activities and sporting pursuits outside classroom hours, where you will make friends, enjoy yourself and absorb the Australian culture. Australia is the perfect place for barbecues on the beach, trips to the country and sporting activities.
 

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)

If you are an international student studying in Australia and have a student visa, you must purchase an approved OSHC policy from a registered health fund. You will need to buy
OSHC before you come to Australia, to cover you from when you arrive. You will also need to maintain OSHC throughout your stay in Australia.

Martin College will offer to arrange OSHC for the duration of your full program. However if you elect for Martin College to arrange your OSHC for the fi rst 12 months only, and your program is longer than 12 months, you are responsible and obligated to renew your OSHC when it expires (that is, after 12 months) whilst in Australia.

It is important that your cover is maintained for the duration of your program as international students are not eligible to access the Australian Medicare system.

Martin College’s preferred provider is Australian Health Management (AHM)
  

StudyCare Insurance

Martin College offers an additional insurance policy designed to complement OSHC. StudyCare provides students with comprehensive protection including: medical emergency and repatriation, emergency helpline, travel cancellation, course fee reimbursement, lost and delayed baggage, personal liability and personal accident. Please contact the International Admissions Centre for premiums and more information.
 

Supporting under 18s

In order for a student under the age of 18 to be granted a student visa, they must demonstrate to DIAC that they have adequate welfare arrangements in place for the length of the
student visa or until they turn 18. Details of the requirements are available from DIAC, or from the International Admissions Centre.

The International Admissions Centre can also provide information on the Martin College Caregivers, who offer a list of services to you and your parents, including a 24-hour emergency telephone number and regular contact with you. Caregivers liaise with the college and your parents and report on academic progress or any concerns regarding your health and after hours activities.