A publication of the Centre for Advancing Journalism, University of Melbourne

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Step inside the locked-down lives of Melbourne’s international students

More than 100,000 international students are locked down in Melbourne, half a world away from family and friends. Our photojournalism team has created this poignant documentary capturing their efforts to navigate the confines of stage four life. 

Step inside the locked-down lives of Melbourne’s international students

Yuqi puts on her make-up and examines her face before her long anticipated reunion with her boyfriend. Photo: Keyu Guo.

About The Citizen

THE CITIZEN is a publication of the Centre for Advancing Journalism. It has several aims. Foremost, it is a teaching tool that showcases the work of the students in the University of Melbourne’s Master of Journalism and Master of International Journalism programs, giving them real-world experience in working for publication and to deadline. Find out more →

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