Vanij Manikatalia on choosing Melbourne to learn about different cultures
Vanij says living in Melbourne is very different to his home city of Delhi, India, but he loves it. Read on to find out why.
Category: Foundation Studies
News & Stories
There's always something happening at Trinity College - stay up-to-date with our latest news and stories.
Also keep an eye on our events for current students, staff, alumni & friends of Trinity College and the general public.
15 Mar 2023
14 Mar 2023
Fair Dinkum festival for Foundation Studies students a success
The annual Trinity College Fair Dinkum festival lets students sign up to clubs that suit nearly every interest.
Category: Foundation Studies
09 Mar 2023
What do you learn in a foundation studies course?
If you’re planning to study in Australia as an international student, taking a foundation studies course can be one of the best ways to gain access to the university of your choice. Here’s some information about what foundation studies is and what you can expect to learn.
Category: Foundation Studies
07 Mar 2023
Meet FS teacher Wendy Cai
Dr Wendy Cai shares why she loves stories and reading, and her experience of moving to Australia when she was 14.
Category: Foundation Studies
07 Mar 2023
Why international students love Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia, is a popular destination for international students, and for good reason. With its vibrant culture, world-renowned universities, relaxed pace of life, packed calendar of events and stunning natural beauty, Melbourne is a great choice if you want to study abroad.
Category: Foundation Studies
28 Feb 2023
Meet FS teacher Harry Dao
Harry Dao is an economics lecturer and has been teaching at Trinity since 2017. Here he shares some of his favourite things.
Category: Foundation Studies
17 Feb 2023
Linh Ngan Vu: Finding the right balance between study and leisure in Melbourne
Linh Ngan Vu has found that studying foundation studies at Trinity College in Melbourne suits her learning style and lifestyle. Here’s what she says about the experience.
Category: Foundation Studies
13 Jan 2023
Meet FS drama teacher Ophelia Wass
Ophelia shares the most pivotal moment in her life and her favourite things about Melbourne.
Category: Foundation Studies
06 Sep 2022
What is Foundation Studies?
If you’re a student looking to study at university abroad, you may be told that you need to enrol in a foundation studies course for international students. So, what is a foundation studies program and how can it help you gain access to the university of your choice?
Category: Foundation Studies
28 Jul 2022
Meet Foundation Studies teacher Alicia Coram
Dr Alicia Coram explains why she loves philosophy and prompts us to look up the cute but lesser-known Australian animal that looks like an anime character.
Category: Foundation Studies
06 Jul 2022
Meet Foundation Studies teacher Monique Dalgleish
Dr Monique Dalgleish shares her experience of moving to Chile and Venezuela as well as her advice to students thinking about studying at Trinity.
Category: Foundation Studies
30 Jun 2022
Meet Foundation Studies teacher Trish Valastro
English teacher Trish Valastro shares her favourite 'turning point' moment that happens in every Foundation Studies class, and her advice to students thinking about joining Trinity.
Category: Foundation Studies
14 Jun 2022
Meet Foundation Studies teacher Jennifer Mitchell
Literature teacher Dr Jennifer Mitchell shares her love of active transport and the moment she thought she'd failed ... but found a glimmering silver lining.
Category: Foundation Studies
19 May 2022
Meet Foundation Studies teacher Vanessa Montoya
Vanessa Montoya shares her favourite things about Melbourne and Australia and talks about the magic that comes from making mistakes.
Category: Foundation Studies
18 May 2022
Amanda Jia’s experience of moving to Melbourne from China
Heqiao (Amanda) Jia admits she was nervous moving to Melbourne from China given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but is now happy that she made the move and says her English has also improved since she started studying on campus.
Category: Foundation Studies
