Publications
Student Financial Aid produces a number of leaflets, and also a booklet entitled 'The Money Maze' which provides an overall view of student financial issues.
The Money Maze is currently being updated. We expect that it will be available online soon. Copies will also be available through Student Financial Aid.
| Calculating your budget (PDF | 135KB) | Having trouble with day to day living expenses? This leaflet may help give you the 'big picture' when planning your finances for the year. |
| Cutting Costs (PDF | 70KB) | If you're new to melbourne, this information may be useful in keeping your daily expenses down |
| Money and Tax Matters for International Students (PDF | 50 KB ) | Tax, banking and work in Australia are just some of the issues covered in this handy general guide for international students. |
| Health Care Cards (PDF | 50 KB ) | Many students are entitled to a Health Care Card. This leaflet examines the many benefits of the card. Please note: International students are not entitled to a Health Care Card. |
| Credit Cards (PDF | 50 KB) | Thinking of getting a credit card? Having problems with your current card? This leaflet discusses costs associated with credit, and where to get help if you get into trouble. |
| HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP (PDF | 50KB) | Provides general advice about HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP loans, and some issues to consider when choosing to pay upfront |
| International exchange - Financial issues (PDF | 50 KB) | More Australian students are travelling overseas to study than ever before. This leaflet covers where to get financial help, Centrelink issues and other preparations to make. Read it before you go. |
| Centrelink payments for students in 2010 (PDF | 135KB) | Government benefits are an essential part of uni for many students. This straightforward leaflet discusses the different benefits, part time work issues and income tests. Updated to include proposed Centrelink changes for 2010 . |
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