The Dwellings
The two original buildings of the college, Homer (named after the poet) and Barassi (named after an Australian Rules Football player), provide single room accommodation for students, with larger 'double rooms' available to second and third year students. This old part of the college is fully catered, providing meals at set times in the main dining hall.
In 2003, construction began on an extension to the college to provide accommodation appropriate for older postgraduate students. In part this was because of the opening of the new medical school. The development generated controversy among existing residents because of fears that the influx of postgraduate members would irrevocably change the character of Burgmann.
The new buildings were completed in 2004. Postgraduates are accommodated in a village street setting. Six residential buildings house students in studio, 2-, 3- and 5-bedroom apartments. In 2005, Phase Two of the development opened, including a multi-denominational chapel and cafe.
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