Health and Fitness

Maintaining your physical and mental health is crucial for success in Australia. Our health guides help international students understand the healthcare system, access support services, and stay fit without breaking the bank.

Learn everything about Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) – what it covers, how to use it, and what you’ll still pay out of pocket. We explain how to visit an Australian doctor for the first time, where to get mental health support (including free university counseling), and what to do when you get sick during exam periods.

Our fitness guides show you how to stay active on a student budget using free parks, home workouts, and affordable gym options. We cover which gyms are student-friendly, safe walking and cycling routes in Australian cities, and important health topics like dealing with homesickness and loneliness.

You’ll also learn about Australian pharmacies and buying over-the-counter medicines, healthy eating on a tight budget with smart food swaps, and crucial sun safety (Australia has the highest skin cancer rates in the world).

Prioritize your wellbeing. Stay healthy, fit, and mentally strong throughout your Australian study journey.