Looking to make a difference in the life of an international student? Sign up as a homestay host and provide a safe and welcoming home away from home. As a homestay host, you will have the opportunity to learn about new cultures, make lifelong connections and receive fortnightly payments to cover expenses. The BROWNS team will provide ongoing support and resources to help you succeed as a homestay host.


To become a Homestay family for BROWNS, please follow the instructions below:

1. Please make sure you are within 50 minutes total travelling time by bus or train from our school. Please check the travelling time from http://translink.com.au/ before applying.

  • BROWNS Brisbane Campus: Level 8, 102 Adelaide St, Brisbane
  • BROWNS Gold Coast Campus: 5 Hicks Street, Southport

2. Please carefully read our Homestay Guidelines and Homestay Guidelines for families hosting students Under 18

3.Please complete the Homestay Application Form, Blue Card Application Form, and Homestay Contract and Agreement. Once completed, please email a photocopy of your Blue Card and signed Homestay Contract and Agreement. Email: accommodation@browns.edu.au

4.Our Homestay Accommodation team, will contact you to arrange an inspection. If you satisfy our Homestay Family criteria, we will issue you with a letter of confirmation

To speak to our Homestay Accommodation team, please use the following details:

Email: accommodation@browns.edu.au
Phone: +61 (0)7 3221 7871