Studying Abroad

Welcome to Dunmore Lang College

Live on campus at Macquarie University and become part of a welcoming, supportive residential college community.

A supportive place to live while you study

Dunmore Lang College is a residential college located on the Macquarie University campus.

Students live, eat, study, and connect together in a diverse, inclusive community, with support available 24/7.

For students studying away from home, the College offers a strong sense of belonging alongside academic focus, wellbeing support, and everyday care.

Exchange and international students

We warmly welcome students who are joining Macquarie University on exchange, study abroad programs, or as international degree students.

Living at College can make the transition to studying in Australia easier, with built‑in community, meals provided, and support staff available if you need help navigating life at university or living away from home for the first time.

What College Life Looks Like

Fully catered meals, with support for dietary needs
Your own furnished bedroom
Study spaces, common rooms, and social areas
Residential staff and student leaders available 24/7
Academic support and study programs
A diverse, inclusive community of local and international students

Support While You’re Away From Home

Moving countries to study can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. At Dunmore Lang College, students are supported as whole people, not just as learners.

Support is available for:

Adjusting to life in Australia
Settling into university study
Wellbeing, stress or homesickness
Academic concerns
Everyday questions about life

Staff live onsite, and trained student leaders are part of the community, so help is always close by.

Living on campus at Macquarie University

Dunmore Lang College is located on the Wallumattagal Campus of Macquarie University in Sydney.

Living on campus means you’re within walking distance of classes, libraries, sporting facilities, public transport, and Macquarie Centre shopping precinct.

The centre of Sydney is easily accessible by metro, making it simple to explore beyond campus.

Things you might be wondering about

What if I am under 18?

Please contact our admissions team to discuss your circumstances and any options available for you.

What support is available after hours?

24/7 wellbeing staff including onsite senior staff, and peer support leaders who are available to talk and help as needed

Is College suitable if this is my first time living away from home?

Moving away from home for the first time is a big step. At Dunmore Lang College, you won’t be doing it on your own. There’s always someone around, whether it’s staff, RAs or other students, and the community is genuinely welcoming. With things like meals, support and study help all taken care of, it’s easier to settle in, find your feet and start feeling at home pretty quickly.

Is the College safe?

Safety as a core part of our student life, both physical safety and overall wellbeing.
At Dunmore Lang College there is:

A secure college campus with gates and swipe system
Locked bathrooms only accessible by swipes
24/7 onsite support, including senior staff who live at the college
Resident Advisers (RAs) on every floor, trained to support students
Overnight supervision by a Community Supervisor so there is always someone awake and available
Mandatory training programmes focused on consent, respect and safety
A strong peer support culture where students look out for each other
Clear reporting pathways if a concern needs to be raised. Including anonymous reporting