Accommodation During Your Studies
There are a variety of accommodation options available to international students studying in Western Australia including:
Be sure to arrive well in advance of your course commencing to secure good accommodation, as per the date stated on your student visa.
View the
TIWA student accommodation flyer
UNDER-AGE STUDENTS
For information regarding under-age students, please view the Accommodation for under 18s page.
Temporary Accommodation
Temporary accommodation may be a good option for when you first arrive in Western Australia. There is a range of temporary accommodation on offer in Perth, which you can search for through the internet and book online.
There are many backpacker hostels or budget hotels to choose from that range from $30–$150 AUD per night depending on whether you require shared or single rooms.
Rental Accommodation
Many students choose to share a rental house or apartment with other students as this reduces costs.
The average rental price for a furnished room in share accommodation is around $150 per week but can range from $120–$180 per week. This cost does not usually include electricity, water or gas.
Some useful websites to search for rental accommodation are:
You can also look in local newspapers such as
The West Australian or
The Sunday Times, where a large range of rentals are advertised. The International Student Centre at your college may be able to provide assistance in identifying suitable accommodation in one of the local suburbs.
Accommodation Checklist
- Make sure you have read and understood the terms and conditions of any tenancy agreement before you sign
- If you pay a security deposit, make sure you obtain a receipt
Campus Living villages
Accommodation is available to TAFE international students on several different university campus locations in the Perth metropolitan area, and regional Western Australia.
Please note this accommodation is only available to students over 18 years old. If you are under 18 years old please see the Accommodation for under 18s page.
The prices listed below are for 2016 and are subject to annual review.
Edith Cowan University (ECU) Village, Mount Lawley
The
Edith Cowan University (ECU) Village Mt Lawley is a short distance from the North Metropolitan TAFE Mount Lawley campus.
The ECU Village is 10 minutes by bus from the centre of Perth and transport to other TAFE campus locations. Rooms start from $197.50 per person per week.
View the
ECU Village brochure
Please note that the ECU Campus Village is located at ECU, not North Metropolitan TAFE.
Murdoch University Village, Murdoch
The
Murdoch University Village is located only 1km from the
South Metropolitan TAFE Murdoch campus. Rooms start from $168 per person per week.
View the
Murdoch University Village brochure
Please note that the Murdoch University Village is located at Murdoch University, not South Metropolitan TAFE.
Regional Accommodation
The regional TAFE Institutes that offer on-campus student accommodation include the Central Regional TAFE at Pepperell Village, and South Regional TAFE at theECU Student Village Bunbury. Rooms start from $183.50 per person per week.
Homestay
Homestay allows students to live with an Australian family. This is very popular because you can make Australian friends, embrace the Australian lifestyle and improve your English. Homestay costs between $275-$310 per week, depending on your age and level of service provided. There is also a Homestay placement fee of $250.
Bookings must be made at least two weeks in advance. Late bookings will incur additional fees.
Homestay options are:
- Full service: $310 per week, includes 3 meals per day
- Half service: $275 per week, includes 2 meals per day
The fee also includes laundry, snacks, electricity and gas.
For students over the age of 18 you may wish to consider a four week short homestay to transition into your local area and college. For more information about Homestay and to make a booking, contact Australian Homestay Network (AHN) at
www.homestaynetwork.org.
Please note: Homestay accommodation is only available in the metropolitan area. Regional placements will only be considered where a parent nominated homestay can be arranged.
Airport Transfer
Airport pickup can be arranged at a cost of $130. Students will be taken directly to their homestay family or temporary accommodation. Please contact
AHN to organise this service.
A taxi from the airport to central Perth costs approximately $50. An airport bus ($20) is also available and can drop passengers at central city hotels.
Please note: Airport pick up is compulsory for students under 18.
Useful links
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www.realestate.com.au/rent
- Search for houses to rent in Perth and Western Australia.
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flatmates.com.au/perth
- Find rooms available for rent in Perth.
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www.hostelz.com/hostels/Australia/Western-Australia/Perth
- Search the many inexpensive hostels located across Perth.
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www.stayz.com.au/accommodation/wa/perth/perth-city
- Search for short-term accommodation options in Perth.
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www.gumtree.com.au
- Search local advertisements for second hand furniture, cars, jobs and real estate.
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www.flatmate.com
- Find accommodation and flatmates
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http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/consumerprotection/content/Property_renting/Renting/NewRTALaws.html
- The Department of Commerce, Consumer Protection unit provides information for Western Australian rental tenants including when things go wrong.
Disclaimer: The information and contacts provided by TAFE International Western Australia (TIWA) are to assist you in your search for accommodation and provide you with details of the services you may require. The information provided is compiled in good faith, and is intended as a guide only. TIWA may not investigate the content of any information provided and does not endorse, guarantee, warrant, or recommend the accuracy of the information or necessarily subscribe to any such opinions or recommendations. TIWA does not profit in any way or sponsor any of the contacts listed, they are provided solely as a convenience to you.