Essential Support
We understand that emergencies can arise and that in times of crisis, even the simplest of tasks can become challenging. If you are currently enrolled at Griffith University Gold Coast and in need, reach out to us. The Student Guild can provide you with temporary support designed to help you get back on your feet and ensure your essential needs are looked after.
Fuel Vouchers
With rising fuel costs, many students are finding it increasingly difficult to afford travel to university, placement, or work. To help ease this burden, the Student Guild is offering a limited number of $50 fuel vouchers. These vouchers are intended for students who are unable to use public transport or live a significant distance from campus. Application required. Vouchers are limited to one per student.
Food and Household Essentials
The Food and Household Essentials offers personalised guidance, including access to grocery vouchers, everyday essentials and budgeting support to ensure you have what you need to stay nourished and focus on your studies. Support is tailored to each student’s unique situation. Students must apply.
Students must be enrolled on the Gold Coast campus and can access the program once per trimester.
The Essential Support program is designed for one-off circumstances and does not offer direct monetary support.Â
Please fill out the online application form here OR book in a time to speak with the Student Welfare Coordinator here
Needing further support? View local food service providers here.
Emergency accommodation
The Student Guild can organise short term crisis accommodation for students facing unexpected or unavoidable disruption to their existing accommodation. This ensures that students in crisis situations have a safe place to stay whilst looking at securing long term accommodation and any financial assistance from Griffith University if required. Please note that each application is assessed on an eligibility criterion.Â
To access this support, please call the Student Guild between Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm on (07) 5552 8724.
Placement Care Packs
We know that placement is an exciting and important part of your studies, so we want to ensure that every student has what they need to stay nourished and focus on their learning. If you are required to re-locate outside of the Gold Coast and/or reduce paid work hours due to an unpaid placement, you can apply for a placement care package to help you with everyday essentials. One pack per student.
Pre-Loved Laptops
Struggling to afford a laptop for your studies? The Student Guild has you covered!
The Student Guild has a limited number of generously donated Dell laptops. The laptops are available as a once-off gift for Griffith University Gold Coast students. Applications will be approved on a needs-basis.
*Please note the laptops are out of warranty, but still in good working order. The Student Guild can not guarantee the quality of the device. Once handed over, the laptop is the responsibility of the student.
BudgetED
Receive general budgeting advice to help you take control of your finances. BudgetEd is a free, confidential service. Sit down in a one on one, 15 minute chat with a professional to assess your budget requirements, and see how you could save more money! Appointments are on campus at Veracity (next to AusPost). Please bring a basic calculation of your income and expenses.
Appointments available 1-3pm Wednesdays.
 *All discussions in these 15-minute appointments are not intended to be financial or product advice and are for general information and general advice only. If students are seeking personal advice appropriate to their personal circumstances they need to make a standard appointment directly with one of the financial advisers at Veracity.
CPR, First Aid and Manual Handling Training Support
This support is available exclusively for students who are required to complete CPR, First Aid, and Manual Handling training as part of their placement requirements and may be experiencing financial difficulties.
Please note that there are limited spots available throughout the year.If you would like to apply for this support, please complete the form below.
If ongoing support is required, or if you wish to speak to someone about your situation, please contact the Student Welfare Coordinator via [email protected] for a confidential discussion
