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OzTREKK Study Down Under Fairs Introduce Canadian Students to New Degree Options
What’s a “Study Down Under” Fair?
Every year in late September or early October, and in late January to early February, representatives from OzTREKK and several Australian and New Zealand universities visit select university campuses across Canada.
Studying Down Under: Understanding Finances
When you’re getting ready to study Down Under, it’s common to think of the major stuff like getting your student visa, arranging flights, and acquiring accommodation, but there are a few things that sometimes get missed.
Study in Australia: When should you renew your passport?
Are you getting ready to study in Australia?
Have you accepted your offer and started looking at your predeparture checklist?
Well, one of the most common questions we receive is, “Do I renew my passport now and wait to apply for my visa, or do I apply for my visa now with my current passport?”
Finding Student Accommodation in Australia
So, are you ready to go apartment hunting?
If you’re a little nervous, that’s completely understandable. But hundreds of former OzTREKK students have done it—and so can you! We have assisted thousands of students understand the steps required to securing accommodation in Australia—and we haven’t lost a student yet.
First, do your best to arrive a few weeks before Orientation gets going. This will give you enough time to find suitable accommodation and settle in before classes commence. Many OzTREKK students have told us that it takes 2–3 weeks to find accommodation (sometimes longer), especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Gold Coast.
#OzTREKKStudentTip: If you arrive just after Christmas, you can bet real estate agents are still on holidays! Don’t expect anyone to respond to phone messages right away.
Get ready!
Ensure you have temporary accommodation arranged.
Have a bank account set up before you get to Australia—you usually cannot pay bonds and deposits in cash!
Get a cell phone as soon as possible.
Have your “accommodation” folder ready: copies reference letters from previous landlords or employers, banking info, etc.)
Avoid rushing your house hunting. Feeling rushed can hinder your ability to make wise choices.
Be informed. Before you arrive, read as much as you can about the various housing options and how to arrange them. Then you can get straight into house hunting after you arrive, rather than trying to figure out where to go and what to do.
It’s okay to choose on-campus accommodation for the first semester/year! Lots of OzTREKK students do this. Easy-peasy!
Keep reading!
Adelaide University Debuts in the World’s Top 100
Australia’s new major university has launched into the 2026 QS World Rankings global top 100.
OzTREKK is pleased to announce that Adelaide University claimed 82nd position in the world and 8th nationally in its inaugural institutional ranking.
Learn more about OzTREKK's newest university partner!
Bringing Your Furry Friend to Australia: A Canadian’s Guide
Australia is a dream study destination for many, and why shouldn’t your furry companion join you on your adventure?
While bringing a pet to Australia might seem daunting, it’s achievable with careful planning and adherence to strict biosecurity regulations.
Study in Australia: When should you renew your passport?
Are you getting ready to study in Australia?
Have you accepted your offer and started looking at your predeparture checklist?
Well, one of the most common questions we receive is, “Do I renew my passport now and wait to apply for my visa, or do I apply for my visa now with my current passport?”
If your passport is valid for the duration of your first semester, there is nothing for you to do now. You can apply for your student visa and travel with your current passport. You will need to complete your renewal when you get to Australia.
Top 5 tips to deal with jet lag
Your bags are packed, you’ve said your goodbyes, and you’re heading off to study in Australia to start the next chapter of your life. The only thing standing in the way of you and your destination is a 15-hour flight and the dreadful jet lag that comes along with it. If you’ve ever travelled across multiple time zones, you’ll know this feeling all too well.
Top 6 tips: Arriving in Australia as an international student
Once you’ve made the decision to study abroad in Australia, there are a few steps you should take to properly settle into your new home. You’ve arrived, now what? Here are my top six tips to help you get established in this beautiful country!
Australian post-study work visa
If you’ve been studying in Australia—or will be—you know that the time will come when you must come back home to Canada.
The Australian Government recognizes the hard work students put into their studies, and offers a post-study work visa to eligible graduates so they may stay in Australia a little longer.
Wait—what? Stay in Australia longer? Yes, that’s right. If you’re studying in Australia, you may be eligible to apply for another visa in order to stay in Australia for up to 4 years, depending on the visa stream.
Studying Down Under: Understanding Finances
When you’re getting ready to study Down Under, it’s common to think of the major stuff like getting your student visa, arranging flights, and acquiring accommodation, but there are a few things that sometimes get missed.
We want to help you ensure you can pay for your schooling and living costs, and that you have a heads up about everything involved when studying internationally, including finances!
Finding Student Accommodation in Australia
So, are you ready to go apartment hunting?
If you’re a little nervous, that’s completely understandable. But hundreds of former OzTREKK students have done it—and so can you! We have assisted thousands of students understand the steps required to securing accommodation in Australia—and we haven’t lost a student yet.
First, do your best to arrive a few weeks before Orientation gets going. This will give you enough time to find suitable accommodation and settle in before classes commence. Many OzTREKK students have told us that it takes 2–3 weeks to find accommodation (sometimes longer), especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Gold Coast.
#OzTREKKStudentTip: If you arrive just after Christmas, you can bet real estate agents are still on holidays! Don’t expect anyone to respond to phone messages right away.
Moving your family to Australia
Although not applicable to everyone, some of our students inquire about taking family members when applying to study in Australia. Many Canadians wish to fulfill their career goals after getting married, having kids, or both!
Top 3 reasons to work part-time while you study in Australia
What are the top 3 reasons to work part-time while you study?
University isn’t cheap, especially when you aren’t living at home anymore or you’re an international student. Tuition, additional fees, living expenses. It adds up.
Yes, there are sometimes scholarships, but these are often few and far between. A part-time job, however, isn’t as difficult to obtain.
UWA Global Excellence Scholarships available
UWA is offering scholarships to high-achieving students across the globe who choose to study at the west-coast Australian university.
This significant scholarship will be awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University of Western Australia.
OzTREKK Study Down Under Fairs a Success
OzTREKK and several Australian and New Zealand universities is fresh off two busy weeks of Study Down Under fairs hosted at various universities across Canada.
What’s a “Study Down Under” Fair?
Every year in fall (late September – early October) and in winter (late January – early February), representatives from OzTREKK and several Australian and New Zealand universities visit select university campuses across Canada.
We spend a day on campus chatting with students about
Degree and university options
Admission requirements
Licensing processes after graduation
What it’s like to live and study in Australia or New Zealand
Scholarships, accommodation, and more!
These fairs are an easy way for students to find out exactly what they need to get into their dream program, and how to use their degree in Canada—or Down Under—after they graduate. These fairs are casual—just drop by to say hi!
Your adventure of a lifetime: Study in Australia!
If you build it, they will come.
OzTREKK has proudly become the dugout for the “field of dreams” for many Canadians wishing to study in Australia or New Zealand. We love helping our students’ dreams come true. It’s our passion to help you discover and achieve your dream career—and with so many incredible universities to choose from—help you find the best fit for you.
So, if you’re unsure if you can make the big leap, just know that there are thousands of students who “took the plunge” before you. Here’s what they have to say about using our services and choosing to study Down Under:
“Thank you very much for the service that you guys provide. I hope you know that what you do is changing lives and fulfilling dreams that would have otherwise been wait-listed.”
“I’ve had an amazing experience with OzTREKK; I couldn’t be happier with the services provided. The OzTREKK team fielded my numerous questions and queries from the pre-application phase through departure promptly with professionalism, friendliness, and were always filled with relevant information. The ability to keep tabs of applications via the online portal was great, allowing those who have the insatiable need to check for updates to do so without having to reach out to OzTREKK (even when you know there hasn’t been a change—because any update was accompanied with an email!). All the seminars (medical licensing, predeparture, etc.) were invaluable in getting prepared to move to Australia for medical school), ensuring that we had the tools and info needed to succeed. To be frank, I think OzTREKK has things right! I’ve spoken with other international students who applied through agents, and no one could believe the level of service and friendliness the Canadians who applied through OzTREKK received.”
“OzTREKK was great I can not talk highly enough of them.”
“OzTREKK is amazing. They offer so many services, and they’re very helpful when it came to the application process.”
Read more testimonials.