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Living Accommodations for Gold Coast, Australia

Housing arrangements are the responsibility of the student. Some options include apartments, on-campus housing, homestays, private residences, etc. Students will receive more information about housing after USAC approval.

Off-Campus Accommodations

Most students book accommodations on their own through third party housing providers before departure. Accommodations range from full board, single rooms in private homes, shared rental flats and houses, and more. Popular housing options can book quickly, so you should look into this option immediately after receiving acceptance from Griffith University.

Finding Off-Campus Accommodations Onsite

This option can be challenging but it is possible and requires some independent action on your part. Off-campus rental properties available to students range from houses, apartments, flats or units, and shared accommodation. Griffith has a list of preferred accommodation partners and the Griffith University Student Guild or Campus Life can provide you with a list of possible rental properties; however, it is your responsibility to come approximately two weeks early to begin your search. You may need to look into temporary housing if you choose this option while securing your accommodation before the term begins. Housing near the beach will be more expensive.

On-Campus Accommodations

Gold Coast Campus

Gold Coast on-campus accommodations are privately owned/operated apartments which only house students. They are self-catered apartments with multiple or single occupancy arrangements and must be arranged prior to arrival. The apartment complex features a games area, outdoor basketball court, swimming pool, laundry facilities, and more.

Exterior of apartment building in Gold Coast, Australia.Exterior of student apartment building
Grounds of student apartment in Gold Coast, Australia.Student apartment pool and grounds
Patio area of student apartment in Gold Coast, Australia.Student apartment patio area
Living room area of student apartment in Gold Coast, Australia.Living room in student apartment
Bedroom in student apartment in Gold Coast, Australia.Bedroom in student apartment
Bathroom in student apartment in Gold Coast, Australia.Bathroom in student apartment

Nathan Campus

Nathan on-campus accommodations include dorm and apartment options. Dorm rooms are single-occupancy and each floor contains shared bathrooms, a common lounge and dining area, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Apartment rooms are single-occupancy with a shared bathroom, kitchen, lounge, and dining areas.

Exterior of student dorm building in Gold Coast, Australia.Exterior of student dorm
Bedroom in student dorm building in Gold Coast, Australia.Bedroom in student dorm
Lounge in student dorm building in Gold Coast, Australia.Lounge in student dorm
Living room in student apartment building in Gold Coast, Australia.Living room and kitchen in student apartment
Bedroom in student apartment building in Gold Coast, Australia.Bedroom in student apartment

Mt. Gravatt and Southbank Campuses

There are no on-campus housing options for Southbank and Mt. Gravatt campuses. Students can apply for accommodation at Gold Coast or Nathan campus.

Homestays

All host families speak English, have completed a hosting orientation, and have been fully vetted and informed about hosting international students according to the Griffith Homestay Code of Ethics. Staying with a host family can be a rewarding experience and allows for cultural interaction between locals. Host families vary (e.g. some may have a mother and father with children; no children; single person; etc.)

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