Journal offers student apartments designed for balance between study and lifestyle. Our residences feature welcoming social spaces, dedicated study areas, and extras like BBQ zones, a games room, and a rooftop terrace with city views. Located near Victoria Market, students also enjoy regular social events that build friendships and create a true sense of community.

It’s best to book your student accommodation a few months before the semester begins. This gives you access to the widest range of rooms and the best locations. Many international students finalise bookings early, so securing your space in advance makes the move to Melbourne smoother and less stressful. Also, some of our room types sell out very quickly and once they’re gone, they’re gone! So it’s best to book your preferred room type as soon as you can.

All Journal properties offer all-inclusive student accommodation, meaning every room comes fully furnished and ready to live in. You’ll have a bed, study desk, storage, and kitchen essentials already provided, so there’s no need to buy or move large furniture when you arrive in Melbourne.

Yes, you can have family or friends stay in your room during your time with us. Short-term guests are welcome, provided they’re signed in at reception for safety and consideration of other residents. For overnight stays, let the Journal team know ahead of time so arrangements can be made according to building policies.

Carlton’s Lygon Street and the CBD near Market Way offer abundant halal options. Persian, Turkish, and Malaysian restaurants cater to diverse tastes, whilst Queen Victoria Market stocks fresh halal ingredients. Malaysian students will find familiar comfort food and budget-friendly dining throughout both neighbourhoods.

Yes, room changes can be made after you’ve moved in, depending on availability. The Journal team is always ready to help you find an option that better suits your needs. An administrative or cleaning fee may apply, but the process is straightforward and easy to complete.

Journal’s Melbourne properties are within easy reach of top universities. The University of Melbourne is right across the street, while RMIT University is within a 5- to 13-minute walk or a quick tram ride away. Victoria University, Monash University, and La Trobe University can all be accessed by tram or train, making travel to class quick and convenient.

Yes, Journal properties offer easy access to public transport across the city. From the Melbourne CBD, trams run along Swanston Street connecting to Parkville, Brunswick, Fitzroy, and North Melbourne, while nearby train lines reach Caulfield and Bundoora.

Safety is a top priority at Journal. Every property has on-site staff available 24/7, secure entry, and CCTV in communal areas. Students also have access to large study rooms & social spaces, creating a supportive and secure environment for international students living in Melbourne.