Student Accommodation Gold Coast

With warm weather, beautiful beaches and a relaxed atmosphere Gold Coast is truly a perfect place to live and study. That's the beauty you will find in student accommodation Gold Coast. You will also have the opportunity to meet a variety of people and join a special community.

When you live in a residence hall, you never miss a university event or special occasion, and you can make lifelong connections. Not only are student apartments fun to live in, they also feature modern furnishings and come in a variety of sizes. They also offer numerous amenities such as student lounges, outdoor recreation areas, parking and more.

Living in Gold Coast as a Student

• Cost of Living: Compared to living in a capital city, living in Gold Coast is quite affordable. Accommodation prices are generally lower than in capital cities, with rooms in shared apartments in great areas like Southport and beautiful Surfers Paradise starting at $135 per week.
• Student-friendly areas: Some of the best student-friendly neighbourhoods in Gold Coast include Southport, Robina and Varsity Lakes, Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Heads. A variety of student apartments in Gold Coast are available in these areas.

Where to study in Gold Coast

Three major universities offer a wide range of courses and degrees in Gold Coast, including medicine, psychology, communications, IT and arts, to name a few. The universities are well connected to the local community and offer a wide support network to help students study and settle into the region.

• Bond University
• Griffith University
• Southern Cross University

Student Life in Gold Coast

Students in Gold Coast can enjoy a fabulous lifestyle, with hot summers and mild winters that are never cold enough to empty the beaches. Known for its natural beauty with more than 70 kilometres of beaches and crystal clear waters, the Gold Coast is one of the most desirable places in the world to live.

The public transportation system has an extensive network of buses, trains and a new streetcar network that makes getting around very easy. Developed public transportation makes your travel from your student housing in Gold Coast to your university easy. All full-time students are eligible for a transportation discount that halves the regular price for all public transportation.

There is a huge selection of restaurants here, from gastropubs to buffets, pubs, cafes and restaurants. Cooking for yourself is always the cheapest option, but there are also many popular budget restaurants to choose from, and you can always get a good, cheap meal at one of the local Surf Lifesaving Clubs.

Accommodation options for students

We have a wide range of apartments and student rooms in Gold Coast where you can live while studying. Whether you are an Australian or international student, our accommodation is designed to meet a wide range of needs.

You are sure to find our student accommodation comfortable, affordable, convenient and safe. As an international student, we want to make your search for university housing easier, and for locals, we can also help you find the best on-campus housing. Our team works hard to make sure students have a great place to live and experience all that university life has to offer.