Cool Design. Warm Hospitality. Best Locations.
That's what Iglu Student Accommodation is all about.
Iglu is all about offering students awesome facilities in fantastic locations conveniently located to major universities and colleges in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Enjoy cool student accommodation and fresh design with transport, entertainment and lifestyle opportunities right on your doorstep. Fully-furnished apartments and fantastic amenities all combine to make Iglu more than just a cool place to live, they make it a home.
Discover why and start living cool at Iglu today.
Cool Design
Cool Design
Design permeates every aspect of our DNA. It’s what sets us apart. While each Iglu property boasts its own distinct personality, they are all crafted with deliberate common objectives: to optimise space, embrace natural light, and elevate traditional student living to new heights.
Innovative and cutting-edge, the flexible study and social areas are thoughtfully planned out. They are designed to be enjoyed and share. They are designed to allow you to select and enhance your individual living and study experience. They are designed for student living.
If you love design, you’ll be right at home at Iglu.
Warm Hospitality
Warm Hospitality
Cool design is just the beginning. We want you to always feel safe and at home. That’s why, in addition to offering 24×7 security, our friendly team and Resident Leaders – appointed onsite students providing after-hours support – are always on hand for you making your well-being and safety a priority. To ensure you have a truly memorable time while living at Iglu, there is a comprehensive program of social, academic, sporting, well-being and cultural events available at your fingertips.
There is no pressure to engage, but there is always an opportunity to be active and always someone interesting to meet along the way.
Best Locations
Best Locations
We know location is a top priority when you start looking for somewhere to live while you study. We also believe that great student accommodation should go hand-in-hand with a great student lifestyle. That’s why we choose our locations based on the fantastic amenities they offer.
That’s why we make sure all Iglu properties are within easy reach of major universities and colleges, public transport, shopping, cafes and restaurants, fitness facilities, entertainment outlets, medical centres and much more.
This means you have everything you need right on your doorstep as well as being perfectly placed to enjoy the best of the surrounding area.
Frequently Asked Questions
O-Week (Orientation Week) is a welcome period run before classes begin. It helps international students learn how the campus works, discover support services, meet people, and build confidence before the academic workload starts.
Most Australian universities run two semesters per year, which can feel more spread out. Some, like the University of New South Wales, use three trimesters, which are shorter and often faster-paced, with more frequent assessment periods and multiple entry points.
International students can choose from on-campus accommodation, private rentals, and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA). Each option varies in cost, flexibility, privacy, location, and community feel.
Sydney often suits students who want city access, coastal lifestyle, and job opportunities. Melbourne has a strong arts and cultural scene with a lively campus culture. Brisbane is known for warmer weather, a more relaxed pace, and typically lower living costs compared to Sydney.
Australian uni culture is generally informal, inclusive, and independence-focused. Students are encouraged to speak up, participate in class, and join clubs or societies. Getting involved early and staying open-minded can make settling in much easier.














