New Suburban University Study Hub opens in Melton

A new Suburban University Study Hub has opened today in Melton, bringing university closer for students in Western Melbourne.

Nearly half of young Australians have a degree, but not in Melton where only 15.7 per cent of young people have a degree.

The evidence shows that where Study Hubs are, university participation goes up.

This new hub, located at 31 McKenzie Street, will offer local support services and study facilities for students enrolled at any university or Vocational Education and Training provider.

The new location is part of the Albanese Government’s $66.9 million investment which will more than double the number of University Study Hubs across the country. It is the second Suburban University Study Hub to open in Victoria, following the Northern Study Hub operating at Broadmeadows and Epping.

Students undertaking tertiary study through any Australian institution will be able to connect, collaborate and grow together at the new Melton Suburban University Study Hub.

For more information: Suburban University Study Hubs - Department of Education, Australian Government

Quotes attributable to Minister for Education Jason Clare:

“Almost one in two young people have a university degree today. But not everywhere. Not in our outer suburbs and not in regional Australia. 

“That’s why we are doubling the number of University Study Hubs, to bring university closer to them.

“We know they work. The evidence is they increase the number of people going to uni in areas where they are established 

“Now for the first time, we are putting these University Study Hubs in the outer suburbs.

“I know growing up in Western Sydney, a lot of my friends felt like university was somewhere else for someone else.

“I want this to change, and that means bringing university closer to where people live such as in Melton.”

Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister for International Education and Citizenship, Customs and Multicultural Affairs Julian Hill:

“Higher education can be transformational for young Australians. Particularly for those students who are the first to go to uni in their families or those who have overcome significant hardships in their life. 

“Through the Suburban Study Hubs program, the Albanese Government is providing academic and social support, as well as critical infrastructure such as high-speed internet, to help students to attain a tertiary qualification. 

“With the launch of this Suburban Hub, Djerriwarrh will open doors to a broader range of tertiary pathways and wrap students in a community that champions their success.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Hawke, Sam Rae:

"This new Study Hub is a game-changer for Melton, bringing university education closer to home and making it more accessible for people in Hawke.

"This is about delivering for Melton and providing the next generation with the support they need to achieve their education goals right here in our community.

"Education shouldn’t be limited by where you live. This new Study Hub will give Melton residents the chance to study, grow, and succeed locally."