Overseas Student Health Cover
It is compulsory for international students to take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) while studying in Australia.*
*Some Norwegian and Swedish students have been exempted from OSHC in favour of a scheme sourced by their governments.
OSHC Service Providers
International students may choose from four OSHC providers. Check the Department of Health and Ageing website for details and conditions: www.health.gov.au
The University’s preferred provider is OSHC Worldcare: www.oshcworldcare.com.au
The University of Melbourne requires all students to purchase visa-length cover (up to a maximum of 3 years) at the time of accepting your offer. This ensures that you are compliant with the conditions of your student visa. If your course is longer than 3 years, it is your responsibility to renew your OSHC for the remainder of your program prior to your OSHC expiry date.
Claims Submission Procedures
For more information on claims submission procedures, please visit OSHC WorldCare website. More information
Health & Safety Information
This section provides you with additional information regarding health and safety while you are studying at the University of Melbourne. You may want to know about emergency contact details for emergency medical care and Health Services for non emergency medical care and campus security. More information
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