What are Grad Groups?
GSA’s Grad Groups are dynamic, student-led societies that aim to enhance interaction, well-being, and learning opportunities within the diverse graduate student community at the University of Melbourne.
Serving as the heartbeat of our campus, these groups provide a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.
Joining a Grad Group opens up a wealth of opportunities. Countless students have formed lasting friendships, established valuable professional connections, and pursued their passions through these communities. Upon joining, students from around the world discover a welcoming space where they can engage with others who share similar interests, cultural backgrounds, or languages, enriching their academic experience.
With a diverse selection of 170+ Grad Groups, students have ample choices to find their perfect fit. Explore our current listing of Grad Groups or learn the steps to start your own Grad Group
As international students, we miss our parents, our countries and our cultures, so being part of a grad group helps overcome that by meeting new people and celebrating festivals with friends here.
– President of Indian Graduate Student Society
Why join a Grad Group?
- Become a part of a community
- Connect with others who speak your native language
- Acquire valuable skills in event organisation, meeting management, and more
- Create lasting friendships
- Cultivate professional contacts and unlock development opportunities
- Champion a social movement or cause you care about
- Tap into a network of students in your faculty or industry
- Step into leadership roles and boost your employability
- Uncover hidden passions beyond your university field
- Create unforgettable memories at exciting events like camps and retreats
How do I learn more?
Contact us at gradgroups@gsa.unimelb.edu.au for more information about joining.