We are incredibly excited to be welcoming international students back to our Griffith University campuses, and rebuilding our on-campus student community.
Griffith has already welcomed back 285 continuing students who are arriving in Australia for the first time, and 68 continuing students who are returning to Australia after departing in 2020. We look forward to meeting all of our new international students enrolled in 2022 programs.
The numbers of international students arriving in Queensland are being updated each day and we acknowledge the role that our valued partners play in supporting their transition.
To ensure that students are provided with the resources and information that they need for their arrival in Australia, we have a number of support systems in place, including creating a dedicated Teams channel to ensure they are able to communicate easily with our teams.
Welcome activities
- Digital signage has been added around our campuses on television screens, and banners have been installed welcoming international students back to campus.
- Our Griffith Mates are hosting Welcome Booths on the Nathan and Gold Coast Campuses and running campus tours daily to help students find their way around.
- Coffee catch ups are being hosted at Southbank and Mount Gravatt campuses, and other social events including the ‘Mates in Minutes’ will help international students make lasting connections.
- The International Student Buddy Program will run from Week 1 to Week 4 of Trimester 1, 2022.
International student arrivals
Eligible international students are now able to enter Queensland without the need to quarantine.
Quarantine-free travel is also available for eligible arrivals from other Australian states.
Visit our International Student Arrivals page for more information.
Key dates
Trimester 1
- Orientation: 7 March – 11 March
- Teaching Weeks: 14 March – 10 June
Trimester 2
- Orientation: 11 July – 15 July
- Teaching Weeks 18 July – 14 October
Temporary rebate for international student visas
The Australian Government is offering a temporary rebate for international student visas/dependent visas, saving students approximately $630. Valid from 19 January 2022 – 19 March 2022.
Working hour restrictions temporarily relaxed
The Australian Government has temporarily relaxed work restrictions for student visa holders, allowing students to work more than 40 hours a fortnight in any sector of the economy.
Extension to post-study work rights
Students may now be eligible for a post-study work rights visa for up to 4 years, for those studying at regional institutions – such as our beautiful Griffith Gold Coast campus.
Student support
We offer a wide variety of student support services for international students. From our friendly International Student Advisors to our English language support, our staff and services are committed to helping you succeed and ensuring your transition to university is easy and enjoyable.
Contact us
Please do not hesitate to contact us if there is any other information that you might need.
