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MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Accomodation

Living on campus
You may be far from home, but you will never feel alone 
Bond is known for its student experience, and living on campus places you in the heart of all the action. Here, your commute to class consists of a few steps across the sandstone campus, your friends literally live next door, and you have all the University’s facilities and resources on your doorstep. 

Find your place
Whether you are a social butterfly or value time on your own, we have a range of on-campus accommodation options to suit you. Choose a private room with an ensuite in North Tower or South Tower, a private room with shared facilities in The Residence Halls, or a twin room in the Accommodation Centre. The choice is all yours.

Accommodation options
Living on campus at Bond
When you call Bond’s campus home, living and studying on the Gold Coast is easy. All our on-campus accommodation options include a dining plan, so you don’t need to worry about cooking (and cleaning) plus you will have unmatched access to a network of support services, and our state-of-the-art facilities. Each room on campus includes electricity, laundry facilities, wireless internet and even weekly cleaning – every convenience has been considered.

Single rooms

• Halls of Residence single room - The Halls of Residence offer spacious single rooms with shared bathroom facilities, as well as a common room. Each room includes a desk, wardrobe, side table, air conditioning and all of Bond’s on-campus amenities.
• Halls of Residence flats - The Halls of Residence also include a limited number of two and three bedroom flats, featuring single rooms with private shared ensuite bathroom facilities and kitchenette. It is the only on-campus student housing option where the kitchenette includes a single hotplate.
• Single Room with ensuite - In the North and South Tower buildings on campus there are single rooms with private ensuite facilities. The private rooms are spacious, central to campus and accessible via secure lifts, with views across campus, the Gold Coast skyline or west to the hinterland.
• Premium single room with ensuite - Also located in the North and South Tower buildings on campus, the premium single rooms feature all the amenities of a single room with ensuite, but with a double bed.

Shared rooms

• Accommodation Centre standard share - In a standard share room, you will share the room with one other Bond student and have ensuite bathroom facilities. The room also includes two study spaces, and some have balconies overlooking the campus.
• Accommodation Centre deluxe share - In deluxe share accommodation, you will be sharing a large bedroom and ensuite bathroom with one other Bond student. You will also have a shared common room space to relax and unwind, in addition to the bedroom area.
• Accommodation Centre premium share - The premium share rooms in the Accommodation Centre feature two private bedrooms, with a shared common room and ensuite bathroom facilities.

It's all on your doorstep
So you can focus on your studies and experiences at Bond, all on-campus accommodation students have access to extensive services and facilities to make life a little easier. From free tutoring through to housekeeping services, it’s the perfect transition out of home and into independent living.

Services and facilities

• You’ll always be supported at Bond - Bond’s on-campus accommodation doesn’t just provide a place to rest your head at night. As part of our on-campus family, you will have access to an array of services and facilities to ensure you feel at home and enjoy your time at uni. From free tutoring services to all the creature comforts of home, explore Bond’s on-campus services and facilities.
• Everything you need - Your room at Bond includes everything you need to study, relax, rest and connect. Every room has computer access and Wi-Fi available, as well as air conditioning and a telephone. You will have a comfortable bed and linen included, which is serviced weekly. Your room also includes a bedside table, wardrobe, study desk, chair and bookshelf. You can also use the free laundry facilities, including washing machines, dryers and sinks, located in every student housing building.
• Food on campus - When you book your accommodation you will also purchase a Dining Plan, which is your literal meal ticket for the semester. The Dining Plan funds are loaded onto your Student ID card, which you will use to purchase meals and snacks at Bond’s many food outlets. Your Dining Plan can be used at any of the food outlets on campus, from Lakeside restaurant through to the cafes, and even the Bond Express convenience store.
• Tutoring services - All Bond students can utilise the Academic Skills Centre’s study support services, but on-campus students can also access an extra level of assistance through Tutor Fellows. Tutor Fellows are high-achieving Bond students who are dedicated to supporting students living on campus, or in the Bond University College Diploma program or Bond Sport scholarship program. Tutor Fellows have expertise across a range of fields of study across the University, and can help with academic skills and study strategies including academic and legal writing, research and advocacy, general maths knowledge, time management, organisation and study skills.
• Health and wellbeing - Living on campus, all of Bond’s services and facilities are – quite literally - on your doorstep. Take advantage of the Sports Centre facilities and group exercise classes, as well as the study facilities and medical centre and counselling services. There’s also a weekly Res Wars competition where you can build friendships, stay active and participate in some friendly rivalry with other student housing areas through a series of games.

Living off campus
Explore everything our city has to offer

Where some students choose to live in on-campus accommodation, others want to immerse themselves in Gold Coast life and find a home off campus. 

Whether you plan on staying for the duration of your studies or want to relocate to our beautiful part of Australia, there’s so much to be discovered when living off campus. 

Maybe you’ll find your own apartment or studio closer to the beach, or rent with some new friends in Varsity Lakes or Robina. There are also homestay options that will make the transition easier, especially for our new international Bondies – the possibilities are endless! 

A place of your own...
Live somewhere you can really call your own by renting a studio or apartment on the Gold Coast, nearby Bond or in an area that suits your other pursuits outside of university. With affordable options scattered across the Gold Coast, you are sure to find the right fit. Learn More.

Or to share with friends...
Whether you have a tight-knit group ready to go, or are ready to make some new friends, share accommodation is an affordable and enjoyable option for university students. Get started by teaming up with students you have met on campus, or visit a popular flatmate-finder website. Explore Now.

Perhaps a home away from home
Become an honorary member of a Gold Coast family by partaking in a local homestay. Perfect for international or even interstate students looking to slowly transition into their new life in Queensland, homestay offers you a fully supported living experience with a local family. Get Started

Homestay
Moving away from everything you know to start university is a huge leap – especially if you’re leaving family behind, or will need to adjust to a new culture. Instead of diving headfirst into what can be a daunting new life experience, partaking in a local homestay is an excellent way to soften this transition.

Why homestay
For those unfamiliar with the concept of homestay, it’s a short-term living experience that’ll see you live with a local Gold Coast family while you adjust to university and your new surroundings. It takes the pressure off you as you navigate a different city, country or culture, and lets you settle in at your own pace with the support of some friendly faces.  

Your homestay host family will welcome you into their home, show you around the Gold Coast, and provide your accommodation. Homestay students generally stay in a single room and are provided with study facilities, as well as regular meals (often breakfast and dinner during the week and a full day of meals of a weekend). 

Who is homestay for
Homestay through the Australian Homestay Network is for international students commencing study at Bond University in both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Think of it as a cultural exchange – a chance to immerse yourself and better understand what life is like in Australia before you actually go out there and live it! It’s also a great opportunity to practice your English with your Host Family, if you are not a fluent speaker.  

It’s likely you will build lasting relationships with your Host Family that will see you through your university studies and beyond. Most students who undertake homestay leave their experience with strong connections and an established sense of place amongst the Gold Coast community.  

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