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Coming to study in a city you may not be familiar with, and where you may not know anyone, can be a challenge. You’ll be leaving your friends and family, sometimes for years. You’ll be leaving a culture that’s familiar, and coming somewhere new. What’s it like? What’s the food like? The weather? The people?

That’s why many international students test the water before they take the plunge.

A good way to learn more about studying in Melbourne, is to come here for a short-term study tour or exchange. They’re available for secondary and tertiary students, and combine educational programs with activities you’ll enjoy, and which will show you different aspects of living in Victoria. You’ll also make contacts that will be useful if you decide to return for a longer period of study.

All of Victoria’s schools, vocational education and training institutions and universities run these programs. Find out more about them by going to the course and institution search. For information on study tours at a Victorian Government school or student exchanges go to the Government Schools International Education website.