UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House Accommodation Scholarship

In 2025 the UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora Walert House Accommodation Scholarship will be paid in the form of a rental subsidy for one bedroom in a four bedroom apartment at UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House.

To be eligible for this scholarship you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a permanent humanitarian visa holder
• be from an interstate or rural/regional area and moving/moved to Melbourne to study at the RMIT Bundoora campus in Semester 1 2025
• be enrolling full-time in Semester 1 and 2 2025 in a certificate IV, diploma, undergraduate degree or postgraduate by coursework program at RMIT
• not already be committed to a student accommodation provider under a lease agreement in semester 1 2025
• be able to demonstrate circumstance/s which impact your ability to study such as:
  • receiving a government tested low income benefit or having a Centrelink Health Care Card
  • living with a disability, long-term medical condition or identify as neurodivergent
  • experiencing personal/family/social difficulties
  • have previously/are currently living in foster/kinship care or are a ward of the state
  • be from an under-represented background such as
    • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
    • were born overseas, are from a non-English background and recently migrated to Australia
    • current or former refugee
    • completed secondary school at a School Network Access Program school
• have not previously commenced or completed a program at the same level of study or higher.

If you are a certificate IV or diploma student you must:

• have a government-subsidised place
• not be enrolled in an apprenticeship or traineeship program.

Preference will be given to students commencing a program at RMIT for the first time. If there are no suitable candidates, the scholarship may be offered to an existing student in need of accommodation.

It is preferred that you apply direct to RMIT for this scholarship.

Direct to RMIT applications

The link to the application form will be provided here once applications open.

VTAC applications

Apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) website (www.vtac.edu.au).

Supporting documentation

Depending on your circumstances, you will need to provide different types of evidence and material to support your scholarship application. Applications without supporting documents will not be considered.

Please visit Supporting Your Application for more information.

Find out more about applying for scholarships.

Applications are now closed.

Applications for 2025 are now closed.

This scholarship will next be offered for Semester 1 2026, with applications opening August 2025. 

View the Coursework Scholarships Office’s terms and conditions (PDF, 698KB).

Additional charges

Students will be required to pay a security deposit ($1000, 2025 rate) to UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House prior to moving in. This will be refunded to students at the end of the contract following an apartment inspection and clearance of all relevant payments to UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House.

Students are required to abide by all Rules of Residency as outlined in the handbook, which you will receive upon confirmation of your place at UniLodge.

UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House is located on the Bundoora West Campus and is a short walk to East Campus. Students can easily stroll to classes – no need to drive or catch public transport! The 86 tram line is located on the doorstep. Thomastown train station is accessible by bus, easily connecting you to the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs. University Hill Town Centre is a few minutes' walk away and has over 100 international and national brands, takeaway food vendors and cafes. Mimosa Park is a 10 minute stroll away – perfect for relaxing with friends or enjoying the serenity as you catch up on your favourite book.

Apartments are fully equipped with modern kitchen, lounge chair/sofa, comfortable beds, wardrobes, large study desks with chair and lamp, bookshelves, TV, data ports, blinds and modern bathrooms. UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora have linen and kitchen kits available for purchase.

Residential advisors are on campus and available 24/7.

Visit UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House for more information.

Quotes from past recipients:

The provision of this scholarship contributed to a sense of security and relief. This scholarship also offered me the reassurance that I would be able to live in Melbourne and focus on my studies, without the additional stress of having to ensure that there was enough money within my account each week to pay rent, along with other additional living expenses. Without the scholarship money I would have needed to prioritise working over my university studies. Therefore, this would have affected my ability to remain up to date with my learning whilst impacting on my ability to achieve my best and to be able to successfully complete my courses. Furthermore, I was immensely grateful for this scholarship as it eased any financial stress enabling me to not only focus on my studies by not having to work a multitude of hours in the workforce, but it also aided in ensuring that my own mental health and wellbeing were cared for. - Ailish (2024 recipient)

The scholarship has had a significant impact on my studies and life. Firstly, it has relieved the financial burden of accommodation costs, allowing me to focus more on my academic pursuits without the stress of financial concerns. This has enabled me to allocate more time and resources to my studies, improving my academic performance. Additionally, living in a comfortable and stable environment has positively affected my mental well-being, contributing to a more balanced and productive lifestyle. Overall, the scholarship has provided me with the support needed to excel academically and maintain a healthy life balance. - Claire (2024 recipient)

Find out how to contact the Coursework Scholarships Office.