La Trobe University

Introduction

Want to experience one of the world's unique destinations while studying at one of Australia's most beautiful universities? One of Australia's leading universities, La Trobe has an international reputation for academic excellence and innovation. With over 30 000 students and 2 500 staff, La Trobe offers an exceptional student-to-staff ratio, ensuring students receive the academic support they need to succeed.

Qualifications offered

Undergraduate, postgraduate and research
Study abroad and exchange

Location

Melbourne, Australia

Student population

29,000

Established

1964 (started teaching in 1967)

Campuses

Melbourne, Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Mildura, Shepparton, Franklyn Street

Contact details

T: +61 3 9627 4805
T: 1800 619 768 (freecall within Australia)
Web: latrobe.edu.au/international
Email: international@latrobe.edu.au

Social media

Youtube channel: youtube.com/latrobeuniaustralia
Facebook: facebook.com/latrobe
Twitter: twitter.com/latrobe

CRICOS provider

00115M

Online enquiry

latrobe.edu.au/international/ask-a-question

What can La Trobe University offer you?

• The main campus is situated in Melbourne – the most liveable city (Economist Intelligence Unit 2002-2004, 2009-2011) and the fourth most student-friendly city in the world. (QS Best Student Cities 2012)
• The A$230 million AgriBio, the Centre for AgriBioscience, focuses on cutting-edge research to improve productivity, fight disease and reduce environmental impact.
• The A$94 million La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS) is due to open in 2013 at the Melbourne campus and will accommodate more than 400 researchers.
• Excellent support for international students at every step of their study journey.
• Access to skills enhancing programs such as the Infinity Leadership Program and the Student Career Mentoring Program.
• A learning environment with a strong sense of community and diversity.

What can I study?

La Trobe University offers hundreds of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs, encompassing traditional, professional, vocational and clinical fields of study. All programs reflect the University's commitment to quality assurance and excellence in teaching and learning. Many programs offer industry cadetships, placements or projects and are accredited by professional associations nationally and internationally.

Study in the areas of:

• humanities, social sciences and communications
• business and economics
• education
• health sciences
• IT and engineering
• law
• sciences and psychology

To find the undergraduate or postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Master course that suits your interests, visit: latrobe.edu.au/courses

Research at La Trobe University

In the 2010 Excellence in Research of Australia (ERA) rankings, La Trobe emerged as a leading research university, with work above national and world standards across a number of disciplines.

La Trobe is home to over 30 university and faculty-based research centres and institutes. Many of our academics have received national or international awards for their research, have extensive publication histories and regularly contribute to public debate in Australia and internationally.

In 2011, La Trobe established an Australian first, a computerised Visualisation Laboratory (VisLab); we have now established VisLab links with research collaborators in Canada, the USA and the UK.

The University's designated areas of research focus are:

• agribioscience and the environment
• health and society
• human behaviour and thought
• human communication
• human society and organisation
• molecular science
• studies of the past.

latrobe.edu.au/research

Study abroad and exchange

La Trobe University maintains active partnerships with more than 100 institutions in over 30 countries. There are many opportunities for La Trobe students to study overseas with one of our global exchange partners. Students from overseas can come to La Trobe and do a short term study abroad program ranging from six months to a year. Some short courses are also available to international students.

latrobe.edu.au/edabroad

Campus locations

You will find lively communities, great learning resources and excellent accommodation choices at La Trobe University's six campuses - spread all across Victoria. La Trobe University's Melbourne campus is one of the most attractive university campuses in Australia, it covers 267 hectares (660 acres) of stunning parkland with its own waterways and a wildlife sanctuary.

latrobe.edu.au/campuses

Services and facilities for international students

At La Trobe we have a dedicated team of staff who understand the difficulties international students might face in adjusting to a new culture and environment, and in trying to make new friends.

Some of our comprehensive support services include:

• Advice and assistance regarding visa, health insurance, tuition fees, pre-departure information - including information on accommodation and more.
• A free airport reception service. Regional campus students can also be picked up from the railway station.
• An International Welcome Festival and a comprehensive My Life at La Trobe guide on life and study at the University.
• Staff who offer advice and support on personal, financial or cultural issues, transition to life in Australia and study at La Trobe.
• The Transition @ La Trobe E-Friends program, a social network hosted by current international students to network with incoming students.
• An after-hours, free telephone hotline service to help students with any of their concerns

T: 1800 758 360
latrobe.edu.au/international/life/supportservices

Scholarships

La Trobe University offers generous scholarships to high-achieving international students from all countries. The scholarship program supports around 900 international students across all study levels. Details of these scholarships, including selection criteria and how to apply can be viewed at:
latrobe.edu.au/international/fees/scholarships

Student profiles

Lillian Lie is from Norway and she is studying a Bachelor of International Development at La Trobe University

'I love Melbourne. The city is very beautiful and full of life. It was easy to meet new friends and they introduced me to new people and invited me for coffee. Another factor that made the adjusting period easier was living on campus. It made it really easy to socialise with people, a lot of my new friends are from all over the world. I like the quality of the lectures, the tutors and the topics we learn. I find the lectures very interesting, engaging, and very relevant for what I want to be working toward in the future.'