# Student life
**Source**: https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life
**Parent**: https://study.unimelb.edu.au/
Are you ready for a transformative university experience?
[Browse the Student Life programs](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/life-at-melbourne)
## Go beyond the lecture theatre
Find your place amongst our historic campuses, world-class facilities, and diverse student community.\
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A club or society is a great way to continue the extracurricular activities you already love, find a new interest or meet like-minded friends from within or outside of your degree.\
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Employers love to see leadership experience on your resume – and we love to help you get it. \
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Lead a student group, direct a play, mentor a younger student or help run one of over 200 clubs and societies to make connections and build your networks.\
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[Experience the best of life near the city centre](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/living-in-melbourne)
### Student Life programs
Join one of our extra-curricular programs to enhance your development and personal growth.
[Find out more](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/living-in-melbourne)
### Clubs and societies
Make new friends by joining one of over 200 clubs and societies.
[Find a match for your interests](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/clubs-societies-and-events)
### Study abroad for a semester
Study away from your home institution with our International Exchange and Study Abroad programs.
[Exchange and study abroad](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/international-exchange-and-study-abroad-applications)
### Attend an event
Hear directly from our staff and students at an in-person or online event.
[See what's on](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/events)
## Explore our world-leading facilities
Make the most of our campus facilities including libraries, galleries and cafes.\
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We're committed to providing a dynamic student experience with a vast range of competitive, recreational and instructional clubs, sports programs and extensive fitness services.
### Sport and recreation
Use our range of competitive, recreational and instructional clubs, sports programs and extensive fitness services.
[Join a sporting or fitness program](https://sport.unimelb.edu.au/about-us/welcome-to-mu-sport)
### Explore our campus
2600 bike parking space, 22 cafes, 16 musuems and galleries and 100 research facilites are just some of the facilities you'll have access to.
[Take a look](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/campus-and-facilities)
## Support
### Academic skills support
We have a dedicated suite of programs to help you develop your academic and professional skills to your full potential both in the classroom and in your career. These include online learning modules, i-Tutes, workshops, drop-in sessions and tailored programs to help with English language development.
[View resources](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/academic-skills#home)
### Our campus community
Whether you need help with your finances, your housing or just navigating university life, we have a range of comprehensive support services to assist you. Our Safer Community Program promotes respect and inclusiveness and provides advice and support for all members of our community about their safety.
[Read about our safer community program](https://safercommunity.unimelb.edu.au/)
### Equity and disability support
If you're in need of ongoing assistance with your studies, we offer a range of services including disability services, medical and mental health support, support for carers, elite athletes and performers, defence reservists and emergency volunteers, and cultural or religious observance.
[Find out more](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-support/student-equity-and-disability-support)
### Melbourne peer mentor program
In your first semester of undergraduate studies, you’ll be matched with a Peer Mentor from your faculty as part of a small group of students. Hear from fellow students, ask about navigating uni life, and make friends with other people in your degree.
[Learn more](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/peer-mentor-program)
## Graduate with skills and experience employers are looking for
Whether you have a dream career in mind or want to explore your options first, we’re here to help you achieve your ambitions.\
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We provide programs and services to students free of charge, including screened job listings, workshops, practice interviews, industry events and connections with alumni.\
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[Read more](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/careers)
### Graduate career ready
Focus on your career from day one while gaining practical skills, real-world expertise and industry connections.
[Explore career pathways](https://study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/career-pathways)
### Strengthen your interests, skills and networks
Develop your capabilities in leadership, community engagement, sustainability and innovation with Melbourne Plus.
[Melbourne Plus](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/melbourne-plus)
### Get a head start on your career
Explore your employment options, craft your resume and cover letter, or apply for an internship
[Discover your career options](https://students.unimelb.edu.au/careers)
### 2600
#### bike parking spaces
### 16
#### museums and galleries
### 50%
#### of students regularly play sport on campus
### 200+
#### clubs and societies
### 100+
#### research centres
### 22
#### coffee shops on campus
### 108
#### Olympic athletes