University Study Hubs

University Study Hubs help students in regional, remote, and outer suburban areas of Australia access and succeed in tertiary education, closer to home.

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What is a University Study Hub?

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There are 15 Suburban University Study Hubs (SUSH) and 56 Regional University Study Hubs (RUSH) located students across Australia.

Each Hub is shaped by its community, tailoring services to the needs of local students.

Facilities and support services may include:

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  • quiet study spaces
  • academic skills support
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  • study course options
  • administrative task assistance
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  • IT/videoconferencing equipment
  • high-speed internet
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  • breakout spaces/kitchenette
  • wellbeing support
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  • after-hours access
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  • career pathways
  • employment advice

Who can use a Hub?

Domestic students enrolled with an Australian university or vocational education and training (VET) provider are eligible to register for free access to the facilities and support available at the Hubs.

More information about eligibility requirements and how to register is available via each Hub’s website. Scroll down to search for your nearest Hub using the interactive map below or download a copy of the University Study Hubs Location Map which lists the locations of the 71 Hubs across the country.

Please note: Some Hubs included on the map may not yet be open. Check individual Hub websites for the current status.

Recent funding commitments

As part of the Australian Universities Accord priority reforms, the Australian Government committed $66.9 million to establishing additional RUSH and expanding the model to outer metropolitan and peri-urban locations.

More information on both the SUSH and RUSH programs is available below:

Suburban University Study Hubs

Removing barriers and supporting success in higher education for those living in outer metropolitan areas of Australia.

Regional University Study Hubs

Improving access and supporting success in higher education for those living in regional and remote areas of Australia.

Where can I find a Hub?

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Status of Hubs