Financial Literacy & Student Wellbeing Series 

Learn practical life skills to help you succeed while studying in Australia.
Victoria University is inviting students to participate in a practical workshop series designed to help you build confidence in managing your finances and navigating life in Australia.
Whether you're a first-year student, an international student, or simply want to learn more about budgeting, banking, tax, employment, and the support services available at VU, these workshops are for you.
The workshops will provide practical information, opportunities to ask questions, and a chance to connect with other students and university support staff.
Workshop 1 – Starting Life in Australia
Date: Monday 3 August 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:20 pm
Location: CT-T0915
 Topics include:
  • Topics include:
    • Opening a bank account
    • Understanding bank accounts and debit cards
    • TFN & ABN
    • Reading payslips
    • Volunteering opportunities at Victoria University 
    Managing Your Money
    • Creating a realistic student budget
    • Managing the cost of living in Melbourne
    • Saving strategies while studying
    • Emergency financial assistance
    • Understanding debit vs credit cards
    • Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)
    • Simple tips to avoid financial problems and where to seek help
Workshop 2 – Working in Australia.
Date: Monday 10 August 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:20 pm
Location: CT-T0915
 Topics include:
  • Tax-free threshold
  • Introduction to Australian taxation
  • Tax returns & Free Tax Help at VU
  • Superannuation
  • Employment rights & responsibilities
  • CV checks, job search & employability support
  • Financial wellbeing and available support services
  • Common mistakes made by new students   
  • Supports available to students from VU  (Counselling, Disability Support, Advocacy, Welfare).  
  • Accommodation support
Who can register?
All Victoria University students are welcome.First-year students,International students,Students who are new to Australiaand and any student wanting to improve their financial knowledge and practical life skills
 Registration
Places are limited. Please register your interest by completing this form.

If registrations exceed available places, participants may be selected to ensure a balanced mix of students. If you register but are unable to attend, please let us know as early as possible so your place can be offered to another student..  .

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What course are you currently enrolled in? *
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