Subclass 500: Hidden Stories of International Students
Subclass 500: Hidden Stories of International Students
Subclass 500: Hidden Stories of International Students is a podcast series about the untold experiences faced by international students at the university of Melbourne. From the way international students earn a living, to the language barriers they face, to many other problems and challenges that go unheard, this is the podcast where you can hear them all.Social links:
Episode 05: Caged by rules
Episode title: Caged by Rules Brief summary: Rules, which have been following us from the moment we are born. Children follow the rules set by parents, students follow the rules set by schools, workers follow the rules set by companies, and citizens follow the laws set by the country. What happ…
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Episode 04: Can love last long distance?
Episode title: Can love last long distance? Brief summary: The topic of this podcast is long-distance relationships for international students. The podcast is divided into two parts, the first part is about the problems and solutions of long distance relationship through a couple who are in the …
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Episode 03: Can I find a future in Australia?
Episode title: Can I find a future in Australia? Brief summary: The number of international students in Australia is rapidly increasing, and some of them want to stay here to work and live. But they will face various difficulties and challenges. They have all put in a lot of effort. However, the…
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Episode 02: Navigating Cultures
Episode title: Navigating Cultures Brief summary: When international students first set foot in Melbourne, they often feel alienated due to the absence of a sense of home and may feel apprehensive due to the cultural differences. They yearn for resonance and familiarity. In this episode, two Chi…
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Introducing Subclass 500: Hidden Stories of International Students
From the rule changes that make hard to earn a living, to the challenges of a long-distance relationship, from the freedoms of being a woman in Australia, to the cage made by paperwork designed to keep you out, all while learning to speak in a new language. These are some of challenges faced by int…
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Episode 01: Breaking the Language Barrier
Episode title: Breaking the Language Barrier Episode summary: In this episode Subclass 500, Elliot Rodriguez speaks with fellow international students about their experiences with the language barrier they encountered when moving to Australia. Throughout the episode these students share the tri…
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