Visa policy changes and cost of living affect university students

Higher Education

Credit: University of Melbourne

Students have been affected by significant changes to student and graduate visas under Australia's immigration policies. Melbourne University students say they came to Australia with high expectations, but in reality they struggle with the rising cost of living, job search, and housing difficulties.


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