Am I eligible for accommodation at the Village?

All registered University, College and TAFE students are eligible to apply for accommodation at the Village. This is irrespective of whether you are a full time, part-time, undergraduate or postgraduate student or a research assistant.

How much does it cost?

Individual costs will vary between room types at the Village. Prices are set to ensure that the Village is competitive and affordable for students who are looking for on-campus accommodation. Click here for more information on all fees and charges.

When do you need a decision on the booking of the room?

Now. Applications are currently open, however, we will be over-subscribed, so make sure you secure your place as soon as possible.

It's so easy. Just click on the 'apply now' button or call +61 3 8330 2000.

When do I have to pay and how does the pay scheme work?

Once you apply you will be a sent a number of documents, one of which will be the Direct Debit form.

When we receive your Residential Tenancy Agreement back from you, your Bond payment will be directly debited from the nominated account.

If I leave early, do I have to pay extra?

Yes, if a TENANT wishes to end the tenancy agreement prior to the contract end date, the TENANT must:

• Provide 28 days written notice, and

• Pay prior to departure an amount equal to 3 weeks rent being the time it takes for the Village to find a replacement TENANT.

How long does it take to get my bond monies back?

After your room has been inspected and if you are entitled to a bond refund - for Australian residents, please allow an average of up to 15 working days for the refund to be deposited into your nominated account. For international residents, please allow an average of up to 30 working days for a refund cheque to be mailed to you or monies to be deposited into your nominated Australian bank account. Any enquiries regarding the progress of bond refunds should be made directly to the Residential Tenancy Bond Authority (RTBA) on 1300 137 164 (calls made from within Australia) or go to www.rtba.vic.gov.au or telephone 03 8684 6370 for those calling from outside Australia.

Are there any medical facilities on site?

The resident advisers are trained in First Aid, but if the need for a hospital visit does arise there is a hospital right across the road from the village.

What are the public transport facilities available?

There is an extensive transport system available including trams and buses that go from the village to the city in around 10 minutes.

Click here for more information.

Does the village have car parking, if so how much is it?

The Village has limited parking available. All cars parked in the Village are required to have a parking permit at all times. Parking permits will provide the holder of the permit with 24 hour access to a parking space for the 52 weeks of the calendar year commencing on 1 January. The current weekly charge is $40.

Will I be able to get Internet access?

Yes and it's fast. All bedrooms in the Village have a high speed data port located at the desk. For those of you who do not own computers you can always use ours in the resource centre.Skynet Global is our Internet provider.

Is accommodation offered for the academic year or calendar year?

All contracts for 2009 are for 12 months from 1 January to 31 December 2009

How many rooms are available?

RMIT Village Old Melbourne have 228 apartments and can room 454 residents.

Currently the Village has a range of accommodation options, from one, two, three and five bedroom apartments.

To find out exactly how many rooms are available contact RMIT Village Old Melbourne by phone: +61 3 8330 2000, or email: info@rmitvillageom.com.au.

Can I move rooms during term time?

Room Moves

Room moves are not approved for these reasons:

• The Village receives many requests at certain times of year and all have been denied.

• It would not be fair to other residents if a particular request is allowed.

• The nature and extent of the relationship that residents form with a new room-mate is predominately up to the resident, not Village Management. (please be aware that protocols exist to manage any issues that may arise between room mates.)

• The culture, events and infrastructure of our Village encourages persons unknown to one-another at the start of the semester to mix and make new friends. This has resulted in a dynamic/fun and inclusive culture that is supported/resourced and encouraged by the Village Team. The Village often has a wait-list of students wanting to access our accommodation and culture.

• No representations in any of the Village collateral or contracts allows for the option of nominated residents to move rooms at their own request.

• The Village does not have the resources to effectively manage the option of allowing residents to nominate the person with whom they wish to share.

Whom would I be sharing with and how is this decided?

Rooms are allocated by the administration office, using a random style as they have no affiliations with any groups or religions. However, we generally group you by room type, the time you apply (it's a good idea to get in quick) and we like to have a gender balance within each apartment. Wherever possible we always endeavour to fulfil specific requests made by residents, including requests to share with a friend.

What if I don't like my room-mate?

A Residential support team exists to provide you with a positive and harmonious environment in which to live. So, contact the team and they will help you out with this one as each case is different.

Can I have visitors to stay?

A resident cannot have visitors stay more than two consecutive nights and a maximum of six nights in any one month. Only Residents or Registered Visitors are permitted on site after 12 midnight. Visitors must register at Reception prior to their stay-over.

Does the Village clean my room?

Cleaning of the rooms and apartments within the Village is the responsibility of the occupants of those rooms or apartments.

The Village does offer what we call 'the 'Lazy Bones' cleaning service and it costs only $10 per person a very reasonable price.

In the interests of hygiene and in consideration of your co-residents there is an expectation that rooms and apartments will be maintained in a neat and tidy condition. A user pays cleaning service is also available.

When checking out of the Village, a complete Departure Clean can be booked through reception for $40.00 (or $20.00 per resident)

Can I bring pets to the village?

Sorry, but there is a strict 'no pets policy' at RMIT Village Old Melbourne. This includes goldfish and birds.