IDP Student Community
Studying in Australia? You’re not alone. Meet current international students, ask questions, and discover life here.
Connect with students already living the experience, hear their real stories, and discover what life abroad is truly like. Get practical tips, study guides, and honest advice on everything from finding safe accommodation to landing a part-time job or coping with homesickness. Whether you’re exploring options or packing your bags, this is where friendships, guidance, and encouragement begin.
Find your people. Start your study abroad journey with confidence.
Why join the Community?
Find your people! Now you can belong - before you arrive.
Hear from students who have been there: Real stories, no filter. Their wins (and struggles) can inspire you and help you find answers you won’t get in a brochure.
See what student life is really like: Honest insights into student life overseas, from late-night study hacks to what weekends actually look like.
Get practical tips you can actually use: Study guides, advice and hacks shared by students who have been there, done that.
Build your network early: Make connections, ask questions and build friendships before day one in your new study destination.
And best of all, it’s completely free to join! IDPs' got you, every step of the way.
Explore Community spaces
Find friends
Want to find your people? Head to the Find Friends tab to chat with student ambassadors from all over the world. Filter by country, subject, or shared interests, and ask questions that actually matter to your journey.
Feed
Curious about life as an international student? Explore Feeds to view photos, videos, stories, and updates from students worldwide. Interact with ambassadors' content and get a real glimpse of student life abroad and stay inspired on your journey.
Chat groups
Got questions about your dream university? Chats is your space to connect, learn, and be confident. Talk directly with student ambassadors who are already there. Ask anything from joining campus clubs to exploring local events and get honest answers.