Health and Safety

While it is unlikely, living away from home can sometimes be a  daunting experience and may lead to issues with personal health and well being.  There are services available to deal with these issues, ranging from personal emergencies right through to just finding someone to talk to about a problem…

The Australian Human Rights Commission has implemented principles to promote and protect the human rights of international students.

To find out more about your rights as an international student in Australia visit the website here.

Download your copy of the Principles and translated summaries here.

  • Emergency Contacts

    In the unlikely case of an emergency there are a few options to consider when deciding who to contact…...more

  • Overseas students’ health cover

    All international students must have current health insurance while studying in Australia – this is a visa regulation. The only exceptions are Swedish and Norwegian students, who will be required to...more

  • Personal Safety

    Adelaide is one of the safest cities in Australia but it is still important to think about your safety. The Police Police in Australia are friendly, helpful, have a duty to protect everyone and can al...more

  • Australian Laws

    Alcohol  People under the age of 18 are not permitted to consume alcohol in public. If you buy alcohol, or are given it at a licensed premise, both you and the person selling are committing an offenc...more