About Melbourne

Melbourne has been voted the 'Most Liveable City in the World' twice by international travel agencies. It is a cosmopolitan city of four million people and the capital of the state of Victoria.

For a city of its size, Melbourne is relatively safe and friendly and the cost of living is low compared to British or US cities. Melbourne is generally considered the cultural capital of Australia.

Students in Melbourne
A large student population lives, studies, works and plays in Melbourne. It is a relatively inexpensive city and provides a safe environment in which people can pursue their studies.

Multiculturalism
One-quarter of Melbourne's population was born overseas, making it one of the world's most multicultural cities. People from 140 nations call Melbourne home. As a result, the city boasts a huge range of cuisines.

Transport
Melbourne has an excellent public transport system with trams, trains and buses providing an extensive network throughout the city and suburbs, making travelling around Melbourne and Australia convenient. 

Weather and clothing
Melbourne's weather can be unpredictable and can even provide 'four seasons in one day'. Clothing for all conditions is recommended for anyone planning to study in or visit Melbourne. Summer is December to February, with daytime temperatures between 25 degrees Celsius and 28 degrees Celsius. Winter is June to August and is cool to mild with daytime temperatures ranging between 10 degrees Celsius and 15 degrees Celsius. People from Sydney joke that it is wet in Melbourne  - but the rainfall is much higher in Sydney.

For more information about Melbourne view the Visit Melbourne website.