June 2015
As a study destination, Australia consistently ranks among the world’s most popular countries for international students. Although we rate highly for education delivery standards and quality of life, we continue to be let down by overall living expenses and a lack of accommodation.
i-graduate’s International Student Barometer consistently rates Australia poorly for quality and cost of student accommodation, the Council of International Students Australia (CISA) identified the lack of housing as one of the three most important issues affecting international students and the media continues to highlight examples of exploitative landlords and rental properties jam-packed with students.
This one-day symposium brought together students, education institutions, accommodation providers and government representatives to explore long-term strategies to enhance the provision of international student accommodation in Australia.
The following discussion papers were commissioned especially for the event.