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THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE I N F O R M AT I O N F O R D O M E ST I C A N D I N T E R N AT I O N A L S T U D E N TS
WHY CHOOSE MELBOURNE? Many people know that the University of The University of Melbourne offers learning Melbourne is ranked number one in Australia, that stimulates, challenges and fulfils the World's most liveable city but you may not know why. potential of excellent students from around 2011–2017 Q the globe, leading to personal development, We are one of the world’s finest universities. meaningful careers and profound Employers worldwide seek out our graduates. More cafes and restaurants contributions to society. Our students succeed at the highest levels, per capita than any other and in more than one domain. That’s why some of the world’s most city in the world ambitious minds choose Melbourne. They live in the heart of Melbourne – one of the world's most liveable cities – while studying, World-class shopping volunteering, and creating lifelong friendships with peers from all over Australia and the world. Q The Economist Intelligence Unit 2
#1 IN AUSTRALIA QW #32 IN THE WORLD W #7 IN THE WORLD FOR EMPLOYABILITYE FLEXIBLE AND YOUR CITY WORLDS WITHIN WORLDS FOCUSED DEGREES Consistently ranked as one of the We’re woven into the fabric of Melbourne Select majors, electives and breadth world’s most liveable cities, Melbourne and of Victoria. The University of Melbourne subjects that focus on your chosen career is safe, fun and is a hub for tech, is an integral part of the city, and our global from day one. Or, take your time to explore a the arts and sport.R outlook reflects our multicultural home. range of subjects before deciding. YOUR TEACHERS YOUR NETWORKS YOUR CAREER Learn from expert academics who are Melbourne draws high achievers from more We’re ranked higher for graduate changing the world one project at a time. countries than any other Australian university. employability than some of the world’s top Your lecturers, tutors and mentors will We have over 140 nationalities represented universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, inspire you and prepare you for your career. on campus, and our graduates join an Berkeley and the University of Hong Kong.E international network of over 400 000 alumni. SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS ACCESS MELBOURNE Whatever you need, we’ll be with you every Melbourne has one of the most If you’re a domestic student whose step of the way. Connect with our services generous scholarship programs in Australia. circumstances have affected your ATAR, our through Stop 1 – you can always come to us Find one that suits you: equity program Access Melbourne can help. for support and advice. scholarships.unimelb.edu.au Q Academic Ranking of World Universities 2019 W Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 E QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020 R Economist Intelligence Unit’s annual global liveability survey 3
LIVING IN MELBOURNE Melbourne is one of the world’s most multicultural cities and dynamic international business hubs, while still being quirky, fun and easy to navigate. The inner city is a cluster of exciting WEEKLY COST OF LIVING communities connected by public transport ESTIMATE and bike paths, and the University of Melbourne is at the heart of it all. Explore The information on page 6 outlines the our famous cobblestone lanes, go to a estimated living costs in $AUD for a student music festival, take in a world-class theatre at the Parkville and Southbank campuses of production, sample amazing cuisine or catch the University of Melbourne, according to the an AFL game – you can do it all (and more!) in type of accommodation chosen. Tuition fees Melbourne. are not included in the estimates. Regional Victoria is known for its iconic There is a range of student accommodation beaches, wineries, bushwalking and farm- options, including university-approved to-table food, and is just a short train or bus residences, within walking distance of the ride away. Parkville campus. Check out your options at: YOUR LIVING COSTS study.unimelb.edu.au/your-experience Melbourne offers many lifestyle options to fit many budgets, so take the time to consider what suits you best. You might choose to live in the inner suburbs, and walk or cycle to uni. Some students choose to save on rental costs by living further out, in which case they need to think about public transport costs or a car. Substantial savings can be made by sharing accommodation, shopping at Melbourne’s famous markets, using our libraries and student-owned co-ops, and attending free events on campus. CALCULATING YOUR COST OF STUDY Your total cost may include: • Tuition fees • Flights • Cost of living • Visa application fees • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) 4
YOUR HOME Live in the heart of Australia’s most RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES liveable city, connected to Australia’s Be part of something bigger within an No.1Q University. immersive residential college community ranging in size from 70-400 students. With all We have been expanding our range of meals provided, weekly academic tutorials, accommodation options, making it easier and comprehensive support included, than ever to find your place at Melbourne. college living is a unique and transformative Select from shared apartments, self-contained experience. With 140 years of rich heritage, studios, dormitory-style living, residential colleges blend historic architecture with colleges, homestay and private rental options. modern facilities. Share rich conversations in iconic Dining LITTLE HALL, LISA BELLEAR Halls, make close friends through clubs, HOUSE AND UNILODGE societies and intercollegiate competition LINCOLN HOUSE and immerse yourself in a range of social, cultural, sporting, musical and leadership Enjoy your best university life and stay within programs. With dedicated residential tutors walking distance of our Parkville campus, in and professional staff living on site, college university-approved accommodation. will support your learning with academic Residences include Little Hall - a learning tutorials, pastoral care, career mentors and hub with dedicated academic programs vast alumni networks, encouraging you to set to open in Semester 2, 2021; Lisa perform at your best and develop real world Bellear House – located over the road from skills. In 2020, over $7.5 million in college parklands and situated between our Parkville scholarships will be awarded, with more campus, the city centre and the vibrant than one-third of students receiving financial student district of Brunswick; and UniLodge aid. Lincoln House – modern dormitory-style living with impeccably-designed shared OTHER OPTIONS facilities overlooking the city. No matter The University’s Student Housing service which residence you call home, our team of provides detailed information and support professional staff will be ready to support you to assist students with finding alternate in any circumstance and ease your transition housing options, such as homestay, hostels into university life. You’ll also be able to enjoy or private rentals. a year-round calendar of social, academic, wellbeing and sporting activities. Student Housing can provide advice on your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, As an undergraduate, full-time student, refer you to financial support if needed and you are eligible for an offer of guaranteed provide transportation information and tips accommodation. Rest easy knowing you on getting study ready. have a place to call home at Melbourne. One of your options is Student Village Melbourne. Here you can enjoy your own furnished bedroom with ample workspace and access to village facilities designed specifically for students. Find out more: study.unimelb.edu.au/your- experience/accommodation Q THE World University Rankings 2020 5
YOUR LIVING COSTS 2020 RESIDENTIAL FEES AT A GLANCE AND INCLUSIONS Q The information in the table below outlines Public transport fares Groceries $80 - $150/week the estimated living costs for a student $40/week at the Parkville campus of the University of Melbourne, according to the type of Bills (electricity, gas, accommodation chosen. Costs vary, within Phone payment plan water and internet) the range provided, depending on the $50/month $60 - $80/week individual residence. Tuition fees are not included in estimates. Gym membership Coffee on campus $3.50 $79/month Bike $150 (Hire: $3/day) Accommodation Distance Meals Weekly Total Basics: 24/7 24/7 Year-round Year-round Academic Alumni, Annual type from cost weeks utilities, security professional residential calendar support career & cost Stop 1 Internet, staff wellbeing life of inter- mentoring furniture/ staff activities residence programs furnishings events, activities and sport Little Hall 450m X E 26, 48 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Sport R General Career E or 52 Academic skills and Support employment Program program R R Melbourne 300m X E 26, 48 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Sport R X Career E Connect W or 52 skills and employment program R Lisa Bellear 1.6km X $399 - 26, 48 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Sport R X Career $22 828 – House $475 or 52 skills and $26 780 T employment program R University 850m X $380 - 26,48 ✓ ✓ X ✓ X X X $21 840 – Apartments $460 or 52 $26 000 T UniLodge Lincoln 430m X $308 - 26, 48 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Sport R X Career skills R $18,096 – House $366 or 52 $21 112 T Residential 400m - ✓ $684- 35-39 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ $26 675 – colleges 1.6km All $936 Staff living Full weekly $32 763 Y meals onsite academic included tutorial program for all subjects Student Village 650m X $338 - 26, 48 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Sport R X Career skills R $19 656 – $514 or 52 $28 808 T Shared private Within X $207 - Varies X X X X X X X $15 964 – rental in Carlton, 5.2km $ 295 Furniture/ $21 580 T Parkville & furnishings Brunswick area varies Homestay Varies Varies $200 - Varies Varies X X X X X X $15 600 – $460 $30 160 U Q The fees listed in the table are subject to change and indicative only, go to study.unimelb.edu.au/your-experience/accommodation for updates on current fees and other costs involved. W Melbourne Connect is scheduled to open in 2021 and will offer live-in opportunities for graduate students. E Living costs should be finalised by June 2020. Please check study.unimelb.edu.au/your-experience/accommodation for more information. R Partially meets criteria. T Total estimated annual living cost including rent, utilities, internet and public transport ( excludes food, course fees and incidentals). On average, students should budget at least $80-$150 per week ($4160-$7800 per year) for food and groceries if they do not have meals provided. See: services.unimelb.edu.au/finaid/planning/cost_of_living/summary Y This fee is for first-year undergraduate students and includes access to all the facilities of the College and participation in the weekly academic (tutorials), cultural, intellectual, social and sporting programs of the College. All meals are provided. Up to 40% of students receive a scholarship or bursary, which can reduce the average weekly rent by between $100 and $500. For more details, see: colleges.unimelb.edu.au/fees-and-scholarships U Total estimated annual living cost including rent, utilities, internet, public transport and a varied number of meals (excludes course fees and incidentals). 6
YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE As a University of Melbourne STUDYING OVERSEAS graduate, you’ll be highly sought You could study at some of the world’s most after. That’s because our students prestigious institutions to gain an academic can build their experience and and professional edge. Take French in Québec, science in Estonia, business in Beijing or networks from day one. anthropology in Santiago. Go for as long as a year on exchange to another renowned There are many ways to incorporate practical university, or pick up a subject we offer that is experience into your studies at Melbourne. taught overseas. You can intern at one of the world’s most influential organisations, gain international study.unimelb.edu.au/ experience, start a business, volunteer with your-experience organisations that inspire you, work part time and gain valuable skills while you study, or all of the above! THE NEW MELBOURNE STUDENT EXPERIENCE Whether you have a dream career or want to We are taking a renewed approach to student explore your options first, we will be there to life, focusing on a series of key commitments support you to achieve your very best. to our undergraduate students. You will: • Be assisted and guided through your PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE transition to university, especially in your Internships are a great way to get first-hand first semester industry experience and figure out if your • Develop a connection and sense of dream career is right for you. Our students belonging with your peers and the wider intern in leading companies and institutions University community in Australia and abroad, paving the way to • Have access to a network of advisors and fulfilling and exciting careers. mentors for personalised advice to ensure you make the most of your study and engagement opportunities YOUR LEADERSHIP • Have a transformative experience AND NETWORKING intellectually as well as personally, OPPORTUNITIES through excellent and challenging Employers love to see leadership experience teaching and learning on your resume – and we love to help you get • Become active in responding to it! Lead a student group, direct a play, mentor the needs of the local and global a younger student or help run one of over 200 community through volunteering, clubs and societies to make connections and service and social entrepreneurship build your networks. • Be recognised for your individual and group achievements over the course of your degree. MAKE A DIFFERENCE Take your skills into the community, contribute New initiatives are already underway, to a cause you are passionate about and make which we will continue to develop a difference! You can volunteer in Australia or and implement throughout 2020-21 overseas. In many cases your experience can to support these commitments. count towards your degree, and we offer awards and grants to help finance your volunteer work. SKILL BUILDING The Global Leadership and Employability team provides programs and services to students free of charge, including screened job listings, workshops, industry events and connections with alumni. You can even attend a free Career Bootcamp. In addition, many faculties offer seminars, practical training, networking events and more to help you break into a great career. 7
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY AT MELBOURNE The world’s most ambitious minds choose the University of Melbourne, not just because we’re ranked number one. Our degrees aren’t like most others you’ll At Melbourne you’ll network with a diverse, FIRST YEAR find in Australia. They’re aligned with those multi-cultural community of leading minds – In first year, you'll be able to explore a range of offered by many top universities worldwide. your teachers and peers – who will enrich your subject areas that you're interested in. You'll You’ll start with one of our broad-based perspective and broaden your horizons. combine subjects within your discipline and undergraduate degrees. You can then choose You’ll be ready to enter the workforce career outside of it too – giving you a breadth of to join the workforce or go onto specialised ready with an undergraduate degree. Or knowledge that sets you apart. By the time you professional education at graduate level. you can go onto specialised professional choose your major, you'll be well informed. Our unique curriculum, with its embedded education at graduate level, or even undertake ‘breadth’ studies, empowers you to choose a research degree. SECOND AND THIRD YEARS your direction and create a degree as unique A University of Melbourne degree will help In second year, you'll start to focus on the as you are. This means your Melbourne you build the right skills and global networks study area which will become your major experience is yours to shape. In a world where to adapt to whatever lies ahead. A distinct (if you haven't already), while still remaining careers and industries are evolving at lightning and outstanding education experience will flexible enough to explore. Outside of the speed, your independent and innovative prepare you for success as leaders, change classroom, second year is great for going on thinking will set you apart from the rest. agents and global citizens. You’ll achieve all exchange, leading clubs, building industry Take the opportunity to study at our 200 this while living in the heart of Melbourne – networks and getting into lots of fun activities. partner institutions around the world. Our one of the world’s most liveable cities. By third year, you will achieve a level of connections within government and the As a world-leading university, employers seek specialisation and could take part in a third community as well corporate partnerships will out our students. Our graduates represent our year ‘capstone’ experience, designed to bridge the gap between study and work with greatest contribution to the world. consolidate your learning and really prepare industry-based learning. you for your career. Capstone subjects may We want you to come as you are and leave involve work placements, project-based who you want to be. How else are you going to learning, a research project, or a coursework make your mark on the world? subject outlining business best practice. See pages 10–11 for a full list of majors – we have over 100 available. 8
WHAT IS ‘BREADTH’? CONCURRENT DIPLOMAS YOUR NEXT STEP: A breadth subject is one taken from outside Want to be an economics reporter with first- GRADUATE STUDY your core studies or major. Most University class programming skills or a side gig playing When you’re informed and ready, you can of Melbourne undergraduates take breadth the cello? Concurrent diplomas allow you to choose from hundreds of graduate study subjects. study an extra qualification alongside your options. You’ll get the full benefit of the degree. This can enhance your employability graduate school experience by studying Breadth will allow you to tailor your course and enable you to develop detailed knowledge intensively, in small classes led by experts, to fit your individual passions and career in an area outside your main area of study. and alongside others who share your deep ambitions. You might, for example, study interests and desire to succeed. Work towards science but take breadth in Mandarin Chinese We offer four concurrent diplomas: a professional qualification (for example – a great choice for a scientist looking to work • Diploma in Computing through the Juris Doctor), or join our world- internationally and help solve global issues. • Diploma in Languages changing researchers with a research higher You can also use breadth to explore something • Diploma in Mathematical Sciences degree. Your higher level graduate degree will you’ve always been curious about, whether it be internationally recognised, and instantly looks related to your major or not. • Diploma in Music distinguishes you from those who study Some students find that taking a breadth High-achieving students may be able to a traditional Australian single or double subject ignites a passion they’d never known complete their degree and concurrent undergraduate degree. about. Others might use breadth to improve diploma within the three years of their their career prospects by complementing their degree, but studying a concurrent diploma major with a language, communication skills, typically will add six months or a year to your or business know-how. ‘Breadth tracks’ (groups undergraduate full-time studies. of subjects taken throughout your degree) may even qualify you for graduate study in a field that’s very different to your major. A DEGREE AS UNIQUE AS YOU UNDERGRADUATE (BACHELORS) DEGREE SPECIALISED GRADUATE Enter the workforce career-ready with a Melbourne undergraduate degree 3 years duration PROGRAM 1+ years’ duration Arts, Biomedicine, Commerce, Design, (depending on the program) Fine Arts, Music or Science Professional masters Accredited world-leading qualifications to DEPTH 75% BREADTH 25% help you enter a wide range of professions Major and core subjects Subjects outside (over 100 areas of study) core discipline OR YOUR CAREER Research specialisation Build on your career experience and In-depth study to build your research career industry knowledge with specialised Agriculture or Oral Health graduate study later in life 100% SPECIALIST MAJOR AND CORE SUBJECTS 9
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES AND MAJORS A major, minor or a specialisation refers to a concentration of subjects that equips you with specialised knowledge in your chosen field of study. BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURE • Agricultural Economics • Plant and Soil Science • Production Animal Science BACHELOR OF ARTS • Ancient World Studies • English Language Studies* • Knowledge and Learning* • Anthropology • Environmental Studies* • Law and Justice* • Arabic Studies • European Studies* • Linguistics and Applied Linguistics • Art History • French Studies • Media and Communications • Asian Studies • Gender Studies • Philosophy • Australian Indigenous Studies • Geography • Politics and International Studies • Chinese Societies* • German Studies • Psychology • Chinese Studies • Hebrew and Jewish Studies • Russian Studies • Classics • History • Screen and Cultural Studies • Creative Writing • History and Philosophy of Science • Sociology • Criminology • Indonesian Studies • Spanish and Latin American Studies • Development Studies* • Islamic Studies * Study area available as a minor only. • Economics • Italian Studies • English and Theatre Studies • Japanese Studies BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICINE • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology • Human Nutrition • Neuroscience • Bioengineering Systems • Human Structure and Function • Pathology • Biotechnology • Immunology • Pharmacology • Cell and Developmental Biology • Infection and Immunity • Physiology • Genetics • Microbiology • Psychology BACHELOR OF COMMERCE • Accounting • Economics • Management • Actuarial Studies • Finance • Marketing 10
BACHELOR OF DESIGN • Architecture • Digital Technologies • Performance Design • Civil Systems • Graphic Design • Property • Computing • Landscape Architecture • Spatial Systems • Construction • Mechanical Systems • Urban Planning BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS SPECIALISATIONS • Acting • Film and Television • Screenwriting • Animation • Music Theatre • Theatre • Dance • Production • Visual Art BACHELOR OF MUSIC SPECIALISATIONS • Composition • Music Performance • Interactive Composition • Musicology/Ethnomusicology • Jazz and Improvisation BACHELOR OF ORAL HEALTH STUDY AREAS • Dental science • Social Science and Preventative Dentistry • Clinical Dentistry • Vocationa Clinical Practice BACHELOR OF SCIENCE • Agricultural Science • Ecology and Evolutionary Biology • Mathematical Physics • Animal Health and Disease • Ecosystem Science • Mathematics and Statistics • Animal Science and Management • Electrical Systems • Mechanical Systems • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology • Environmental Engineering Systems • Mechatronics Systems • Bioengineering Systems • Environmental Science • Microbiology • Biotechnology • Food Science • Neuroscience • Cell and Developmental Biology • Genetics • Pathology • Chemical Systems • Geography • Pharmacology • Chemistry • Geology • Physics • Civil Systems • Human Nutrition • Physiology • Climate and Weather • Human Structure and Function • Plant Science • Computational Biology • Immunology • Psychology • Computing and Software Systems • Infection and immunity • Spatial Systems • Data Science • Marine Biology • Zoology 11
GRADUATE STUDY AT MELBOURNE Graduate study is an investment in Graduate Degree Packages are available to If you are not eligible for a Graduate Degree your future. Choose Melbourne, and school leavers who complete an Australian Package, don’t worry – you may choose a Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate graduate degree upon completion of your join the best and brightest students Diploma in Australia, and to Australian citizens undergraduate studies. Entry is subject to to pursue your passion and develop outside Australia who are completing the meeting the entry requirements of your your career. same qualifications. preferred graduate degree. You'll study alongside the most talented Applicants must enrol in their preferred For 2021 entry selection criteria details, and students in an environment focused on Graduate Degree Package immediately after more information on pathways to graduate research impact and relevance. You’ll be part Year 12, unless granted a deferral by the study, visit: of a university that is committed to changing University. Prerequisites for your chosen undergraduate degree must be met prior to study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/ lives by contributing to the policy, debate and understand-your-undergraduate-to- skills required for a better global society. enrolment, there may also be prerequisites to remain eligible for graduate study. graduate-degree-pathways We offer more than 400 higher level graduate courses across a broad range of disciplines, GUARANTEED ATAR/ among them professional entry programs CAREER GRADUATE DEGREE PACKAGE NOTIONAL ATAR FOR including the Juris Doctor (law), the Master of 2021 ENTRY Teaching, the Master of Engineering and the Architect Bachelor of Design Master of Architecture 98.00+* Master of Architecture. Construction Master of Construction Bachelor of Design 96.00+* Manager Management Our graduate study areas include: Data Scientist Bachelor of Science Master of Data Science 96.00+* • Architecture, building, planning and design Bachelor of Biomedicine Doctor of Dental • Arts, humanities and social sciences Dentist 99.85+* Bachelor of Science Surgery • Business and economics • Education Bachelor of Biomedicine • Engineering and information technology Bachelor of Commerce Engineer Master of Engineering 96.00+* • Environment Bachelor of Design • Health Bachelor of Science • Law Landscape Master of Landscape Bachelor of Design 96.00+* • Music, and visual and performing arts Architect Architecture • Science Bachelor of Agriculture • Veterinary and agricultural sciences. Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Biomedicine Whether you’re choosing your first Lawyer Juris Doctor 99.80+* career, changing direction or gaining that Bachelor of Commerce competitive edge, our world-class research Bachelor of Design and coursework graduate programs offer Bachelor of Science a professionally relevant education. Our graduates develop strong connections with Bachelor of Biomedicine Doctor of Physiotherapist 98.00+* community and industry that open the door to Bachelor of Science Physiotherapy an outstanding future. Property Bachelor of Design Master of Property 96.00+* unimelb.edu.au/study/grad-degrees Bachelor of Biomedicine Optometrist Doctor of Optometry 99.90+* Bachelor of Science GRADUATE DEGREE PACKAGES Bachelor of Arts If you are graduating high school and Teacher Bachelor of Design Master of Teaching 95.00+* confident about the study pathway you want Bachelor of Science to follow, our Graduate Degree Packages bundle your undergraduate degree offer with Bachelor of Arts Master of Urban Urban planner 96.00+* a graduate degree offer. This provides you Bachelor of Design Planning with the security of knowing a graduate place Doctor of Veterinary Veterinarian Bachelor of Science 98.50+* is waiting for you, upon completion of your Medicine Melbourne bachelors degree. Q Other selection criteria required check study.unimelb.edu.au/study-with-us/understand-your-undergraduate-to-graduate-degree-pathways/ from-secondary-school/packages/available-packages 12
RESEARCH AT MELBOURNE Who says you can’t change the MASTERS BY RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS world? We expect nothing less. Masters by research degrees differ from the AND FEES MPhil in that they may have a coursework component, along with a shorter thesis of DOMESTIC STUDENTS Our reputation as Australia’s leading about 30 000 words. Most domestic graduate research students comprehensive research-intensive university are funded by the Australian Government enables us to attract and cultivate the most promising researchers from around the world. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Research Training Program Fee Offset Graduating with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Scholarship (RTP), meaning you are We collaborate with industry partners, other marks your admission to the community of exempt from paying tuition fees. Additional institutions, research organisations, the scholars in your discipline and requires the scholarships can provide annual living community, and government and not-for-profit completion of a thesis of 80 000–100 000 allowances, relocation grants and paid organisations to achieve research outcomes words on a specialised topic. maternity, parental and sick leave. with global impact. We remain at the forefront of innovation in Australia. You will work under the guidance of at least INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS two supervisors, who will provide advice and More than 400 scholarships are available to Melbourne is a place where world-class support throughout your research degree. international graduate researchers. Many researchers choose to work, and, as a graduate cover tuition fees, as well as a living allowance research student, you’ll be supervised by leading For help in finding supervisors, see: and paid maternity, parental and sick leave. experts in your field. unimelb.edu.au/research-supervisors scholarships.unimelb.edu.au OUR RESEARCH DEGREES OUTSTANDING SUPPORT Our graduate schools offer research programs Research training is a core activity of the in most major disciplines. University. Our comprehensive support and award-winning professional development MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY programs will help you become a more The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is an effective researcher. We offer access to internationally recognised masters degree dedicated research centres, advanced by research and requires the completion of a research facilities, generous scholarships and thesis of 30 000–40 000 words. established student support networks. unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research HOW TO APPLY FOR GRADUATE RESEARCH STUDY STEP 1 Check your eligibility. STEP 2 Find potential projects and supervisors at findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au Contact potential supervisor for support (if required). STEP 3 Prepare your documentation: proposal (if required), transcripts, cover letter, academic referees, English language test results (if required), supervisor support correspondence (if required) and any other additional requirements for your discipline (eg GMAT/ GRE, audition, portfolio). STEP 4 Submit your application and wait for the outcome. STEP 5 If you receive an offer, you can then accept your place and prepare to start your life at Melbourne. Find out more at study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/graduate-research 13
PATHWAYS TO PROFESSIONAL CAREERS Combining undergraduate and graduate study at the University of Melbourne is a pathway to limitless opportunity. Here are just some of the doors it can open across our broad range of study areas. For entry requirements and more information about pathways and where they can take you, visit study.unimelb.edu.au UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE BY STUDY AREA GRADUATE DEGREE YOUR CAREER Agricultural science Any undergraduate degree 3 years Master of Agricultural Sciences 2 years Agricultural scientist Architecture (Master of Architecture is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Bachelor of Design (major in Architecture) OR Any degree with an Architecture Design Studio 3 years Master of Architecture 2 years Architect subject and an Architecture History subject (requires 3 years for Master of Architecture) Data science (Master of Data Science is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Any undergraduate degree with 3 years Master of Data Science 2 years Data scientist prerequisite subjects Dentistry (Doctor of Dental Surgery is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Bachelor of Biomedicine or Science Bachelor of Arts, subject to completing 3 years Doctor of Dental Surgery 4 years Dentist prerequisite subjects, and course plan approval by home faculty Engineering (Master of Engineering is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Bachelor of Biomedicine, Design or Science with an engineering major Students in any other undergraduate degree 3 years Master of Engineering 2 years Engineer are eligible to progress into the 3-year Master of Engineering, subject to completing prerequisite subjects Environment Environmental policy Any undergraduate degree 3 years Master of Environment 2 years consultant Film and television Master of Film and Television Any undergraduate degree 3 years 2 years Film or television director (Documentary or Narrative) Financial analysis Bachelor of Commerce 3 years Master of Finance 2 years Financial analyst Information technology Bachelor of Design or Science with an IT major eg Bachelor of Science with major in 3 years Master of Engineering (Software) 2 years Software engineer Computing and Software Systems 14
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE BY STUDY AREA GRADUATE DEGREE YOUR CAREER International relations International relations Any undergraduate degree 3 years Master of International Relations 2 years professional Journalism Any undergraduate degree 3 years Master of Journalism 2 years Journalist Law (Juris Doctor is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Any undergraduate degree 3 years Juris Doctor 3 years Lawyer Medicine Any undergraduate degree Students complete a one-year internship 3 years Doctor of Medicine 4 years Doctor following the Doctor of Medicine in order to obtain full registration as a doctor Nursing Any undergraduate degree 3 years Master of Nursing Science 2 years Nurse Optometry (Doctor of Optometry is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Undergraduate degree with 3 years Doctor of Optometry 4 years Optometrist prerequisite subjects Physiotherapy (Doctor of Physiotherapy is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Undergraduate degree with 3 years Doctor of Physiotherapy 3 years Physiotherapist prerequisite subjects Psychology Fourth-year Bachelor of Arts, honours or Clinical psychologist Biomedicine or Graduate Science with an 3 years 1 year Master of Psychology 2 years OR Diploma accredited major in Clinical neuropsychologist (Advanced) in Psychology Psychology Research Graduate 2 years 3 years Doctor of Philosophy Any undergraduate degree 3 years OR Researcher degree OR 1.5–2 1 year Master of Philosophy Honours years Teaching (Master of Teaching – Early Childhood, Primary, Early Childhood and Primary, or Secondary – is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Any undergraduate degree Master of Teaching (with TCAT assessment) (Early Childhood, Primary, 3 years 2 years Teacher Early Childhood and Primary, Part-time and accelerated options available or Secondary) Veterinary medicine (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine is available as a Graduate Degree Package) Bachelor of Agriculture, Biomedicine or Science with at least one semester of study in both general/cellular biology and biochemistry 3 years Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 3–4 years Vet 3 year option for graduates of Bachelor of Science with Animal Health and Disease major 15
ADMISSIONS: DOMESTIC STUDENTS UNDERGRADUATE COURSES GRADUATE COURSES Research degrees: Each graduate school has a different way of managing the application HOW TO APPLY HOW TO APPLY process. Once you have identified the course You are a domestic student if you are an Coursework degrees: Most courses accept that interests you, follow the application Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian online applications made directly to the processes outlined at study.unimelb.edu.au permanent resident, or hold an Australian University. Applications for Fine Arts and permanent humanitarian visa. Music, Education, Business, Medicine and TUITION FEES Law may also require completion of specific Coursework degrees: Your fees for graduate All domestic students, as well as international application forms and/or have additional study will depend on your course and the type students who are undertaking an Australian requirements. of enrolment or place you’re offered. Many Year 12, must apply through the Victorian courses offer Commonwealth Supported Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Timely applications for the standard offer Places (CSP) as well as Australian fee places. rounds of most degrees are as follows: If you are a domestic student studying Research degrees: Most domestic graduate outside Australia, you must apply through the Semester 1 entry: 30 November research students are supported by the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). (to commence in February the following year) Australian Government Research Training vtac.edu.au Semester 2 entry: 31 May Program (RTP). Under the RTP, domestic (to commence in July) students are exempt from tuition fees for the TUITION FEES normal duration of the course. This exemption As a domestic undergraduate student, you will CHECK WEBSITE FOR DETAILS is valid for up to four years for students enrol in a Commonwealth Supported Place Some courses have early closing dates and enrolled in a doctoral program and up to two (CSP), which is subsidised by the Australian not all courses are available in Semester 2. years for a research masters degree. Government. You pay a student contribution For specific closing dates, and to confirm any unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research amount, determined each year by the special requirements, please check course Government. listings at study.unimelb.edu.au study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/fees ACCESS MELBOURNE HOW TO APPLY GET A GUARANTEED PLACE Access Melbourne is the University of Lodge a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) If you’re from a rural or isolated area, have Melbourne’s special entry and equity application via VTAC at vtac.edu.au for one a disadvantaged financial background or scheme for domestic students. If you’re or more of the following Access Melbourne are an Indigenous Australian, you could be eligible under any of the program’s categories: eligible for a guaranteed place. categories, you may receive a place in one of • Disadvantaged financial background For example, in 2020, the guaranteed our undergraduate degrees with a reduced ATAR, subject to course prerequisites. We • Applicants from rural or isolated areas ATAR for Science was 78.00 (and 75.00 for also have scholarships and grants that • Under-represented school indigenous students) and 55.00 for the Bachelor of Science (Extended) via Access can ease the financial load, and a housing • Difficult circumstances program to get you securely settled close Melbourne. Guaranteed ATARs for 2021 • Disability or medical condition to campus. intake will be published in June 2020 at: • Non-English speaking background • Recognition as an Indigenous Australian access.unimelb.edu.au • Mature-age consideration (non-school leaver entry pathway). SEARCH FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AT SCHOLARSHIPS.UNIMELB.EDU.AU 16
ADMISSIONS: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS UNDERGRADUATE COURSES GRADUATE COURSES ENGLISH LANGUAGE TUITION FEES TUITION FEES REQUIREMENTS Typical course fees are listed in the table on Visit the website for more information. ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST page 19. Visit the website for more information. You can use an approved English language test study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/fees to meet English language requirements. You study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/fees HOW TO APPLY must satisfy the requirements in one sitting HOW TO APPLY within the 24 months preceding the proposed Coursework degrees: Most courses accept date of commencement of enrolment.Q If you are an international student studying a online applications made directly to the qualification outside Australia, or undertaking University. Applications for Fine Arts and Approved English Required score foundation studies in Australia, you can Music, Education, Business, Medicine and language test (all undergraduate courses)W apply online. Law may also require completion of specific IELTS (Academic) Overall band score of 6.5 application forms and/or have additional or more (with no band less Timely applications for the standard offer requirements. than 6.0) rounds of most degrees are: Timely applications for the standard offer TOEFL: Paper- 577 or more with TWE score Semester 1: 30 November rounds of most degrees are: based of at least 4.5 Semester 2: Mid June Internet- 79 or more and scores of 21 in Semester 1: 31 October based Writing, 18 in Speaking, 13 in If required, you can seek assistance from one Semester 2: 30 April Reading and 13 in Listening of our overseas representatives. Some courses have early closing dates, and Pearson Test of Overall score between 58 study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply not all courses are available in Semester 2. English (Academic) and 64 inclusive and no PTE communicative skills score Please check the course details online before below 50 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDYING AN AUSTRALIAN YEAR 12 applying. If required, you can seek assistance Cambridge CAE score of 176 with no skill from one of our overseas representatives. English: Advanced/ less than 169 If you are an international student Certificate in undertaking an Australian Year 12, you study.unimelb.edu.au/find Advanced English must apply through the Victorian Tertiary (CAE) Admissions Centre (VTAC). RESEARCH DEGREES Applications for a research place are usually SECONDARY OR TERTIARY STUDIES study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply accepted throughout the year. Have a look IN ENGLISH FOUNDATION STUDIES on our website for specific course application You can meet the English language closing dates. Note that entry requirements requirements for undergraduate study by The University of Melbourne accepts a number vary between degrees, so make sure you satisfactorily completing secondary studies of foundation studies programs as entry check with the relevant graduate school. in an approved final-year English subject, or pathways to our undergraduate courses. Approved Foundation Studies programs are through approved tertiary study in English. unimelb.edu.au/study/graduate-research listed on our Study website. Further information about the University’s English language requirements, including TRINITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION STUDIES graduate requirements, is available at Graduates of Trinity College Foundation Studies unimelb.edu.au/study/english-reqs are guaranteed a place in the University of Melbourne course of their choice if they satisfy OBTAINING A VISA the prerequisites and meet the required scores. Most international students require a student Trinity offers accelerated and extended visa to study in Australia. There are a number of programs to meet your individual needs, and different types of student visas based on the type the curriculum is supervised by the University of course you will be studying. Check the website of Melbourne’s Academic Board. The College of the Australian Department of Home Affairs. is ideally located near the University's homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/stud Parkville campus. trinity.unimelb.edu.au/tcfs Q Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the English language test expiration is extended from 2 years to 3 years for the IELTS, TOEFL and Pearson PTE Academic tests and apply for commencement in 2020 and 2021. This will be reviewed once COVID-10 restrictions are lifted. W To see graduate English language requirements, please see: study.unimelb.edu.au/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements/graduate-english-language-requirements 17
UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND COURSE FEES This table provides a quick summary of our undergraduate degrees and should be used as a guide only. The published domestic minimums and international guarantees are those approved for 2020 and should be considered indicative for 2021. The 2021 domestic minimums and international guarantees are yet to be finalised and will be available on the University's website once confirmed. Duration Guide to common entry pathways and score requirements (EFTSL) Q GCE A Levels Trinity College Australian International Australian Singapore Foundation Australian Year 12 Baccalaureate Year 12 domestic A Levels Studies Year 12 domestic international international students: international international students: 2020 students: students: 2020 2020 lowest students: students: minimim ATAR W 2020 guaranteed guaranteed selection rankE 2020 guaranteed 2020 guaranteed ATAR R IB score R A Level R TCFS score R T Bachelor of Agriculture 3 70.00 70.25 70.00 25 CDD 75 Entry: February (Semester 1) Bachelor of Arts 3 85.00 87.65 85.00 31 BCC 80 Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Bachelor of Biomedicine 3 94.00 94.00 96.00 38 AAB 91 Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Bachelor of Commerce 3 93.00 P 93.00 94.00 P 36 P ABB P 86 P Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Bachelor of Design 3 85.00 86.55 85.00 31 BCC 80 Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Bachelor of Fine Arts 3 { { { { { { Entry: February (Semester 1) Bachelor of Music 3 { { { { { { Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2)} Bachelor of Oral Health 3 85.00 86.20 85.00 q 31 q BCC q 80 q Entry: February (Semester 1) Bachelor of Science 3 85.00 85.00 85.00 31 BCC 80 Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship 3 99.90 (99.85 for 99.90 (99.85 for 99.90 (99.85 for 99.90 notional ATAR N/A N/A Entry: February (Semester 1) Music) w Music) Music) w (99.85 for Music)w and July (Semester 2) DOMESTIC STUDENTS ONLY Bachelor of Arts (Extended) 4 50.00 { N/A N/A N/A N/A Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Bachelor of Science (Extended) 4 50.00 { N/A N/A N/A N/A Entry: February (Semester 1) Diploma in General Studies 1 50.00 50.20 N/A N/A N/A N/A Entry: February (Semester 1) and July (Semester 2) Q Equivalent Full-Time Student Load (EFTSL): Guaranteed scores apply only if no further study has been U The final average is usually the average of the best four year- 1 EFTSL is a standard annual full-time load. undertaken after completion of one of these programs. long subjects, including prerequisites for some courses. W Domestic students: Applicants who achieve the minimum ATAR Guaranteed ATARs are reviewed annually. For UNSW, the GPA on the final transcript is used. For WAUFP, for a course will be eligible for a place, provided prerequisite Domestic students completing an international the CPS is used and different scores apply. studies and any other specific course requirements are met. The qualification: The score listed should be considered a I The University of Melbourne accepts a large number of other lowest selection rank to which an offer was made may be higher, minimum score to be eligible for a place in that course. The Australian foundation programs as a pathway to study the depending on demand for the course and the number of places actual standard required may be higher depending on the University. You can find entry requirements and indicative entry available. Only applicants eligible for special entry schemes will demand for the course and the number of Commonwealth scores on every course page. study.unimelb.edu.au/find be admitted below the minimum ATAR. Supported Places (CSP) available. O International students: The typical course fee shown E January Round lowest selection rank to which an offer was T A minimum of 50 is required in English for Academic Purposes provides an estimate of the tuition fees for the first year of the made: Final 2020 lowest selection rank to which offers were (EAP) and prerequisite subjects unless otherwise specified. The course in 2021. This estimate assumes a full-time study load, made are published at: vtac.edu.au score is calculated using the best four subjects excluding EAP. commencing Semester 1. For some degrees a typical fee range R International students: The University guarantees admission Maths 1 is included in the best four score for Commerce; and is shown, due to the wide range of variables that may affect to a course when an international student achieves the required English and History of Ideas are included for Arts. the course structure, and subjects taken. Actual tuition fees score, meets prerequisite studies, satisfies the English language Y International students must achieve at least the indicative score, payable may vary and will be the sum of the fees for all subjects requirements and there are still places available in the course at meet the prerequisite subjects and satisfy the English language in which you enrol. the time of acceptance. If you do not meet the guaranteed score, requirements to be eligible to be considered for the course. For your application will not be considered for entry. domestic students completing an international qualification, the score listed should be considered a minimum score to be 18 eligible for a place in that course.
For graduate entry requirements, please visit: study.unimelb.edu.au/find Tuition fees Prerequisite subjects Tuition fees international domestic Australian University USA – High Foundation Programs School Diploma Commonwealth 2021 typical course fee for international VCE (Units 3 and 4) prerequisite subjects GPA, SAT Supported Place first year ($AUD/EFTSL) Q O students: indicative and ACT R score YUI 76 GPA 3.0 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in ✓ $46 624 1250 or ACT 26 EAL, and at least 25 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics or a study score of at least 30 in Further Mathematics 83 GPA 3.2 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL e ✓ $35 200 - $40 132 1320 or ACT 28 93 GPA 3.6 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least ✓ $44 592 - $47 336 1400 or ACT 30 30 in EAL, and at least 25 in Chemistry and in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics 89 P GPA 3.5 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in ✓ $43 528 - $46 560 1380 or ACT 29 EAL, and at least 25 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics r 83 GPA 3.2 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EALt ✓ $35 488 - $46 424 1320 or ACT 28 { { A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL ✓ $31 328 - $55 100 Animation and Film and Television: $55 100 Other specialisations: $31 328 { { A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL ✓ $32 296 - $35 040 83 GPA 3.2 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in ✓ $65 624 1320 or ACT 28 EAL, and at least 25 in one of Biology or Chemistry 83 GPA 3.2 and SAT A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in ✓ $43 604 - $47 808 1320 or ACT 28 EAL, and at least 25 in Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics, and in one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics; OR A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL, and at least 25 in both Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics y N/A N/A See prerequisites for relevant degree. Program only available for students who ✓ u completed Year 12 or the IB in Australia, and Australian citizens who completed an Australian Year 12 or the IB overseas DOMESTIC STUDENTS ONLY N/A N/A A study score of at least 20 in English (any) ✓ N/A N/A N/A Units 1 and 2: Satisfactory completion of one of Biology, Chemistry, General ✓ N/A Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Physics; and Units 3 and 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL N/A N/A A study score of at least 20 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 25 in EAL ✓ N/A P Domestic students: Eligible domestic students who satisfy w Arts, Biomedicine, Commerce, Design and Science: e Applicants intending to major in Economics are strongly course prerequisites and achieve an ATAR of 95.00 or above are Students who achieve an ATAR or notional ATAR of 99.90 or encouraged to complete VCE Mathematical Methods or guaranteed a place in the Bachelor of Commerce in 2021. above (or 90.00 or above if Indigenous) and satisfy course equivalent. International students: Recipients of the Bachelor of prerequisites will be guaranteed a Melbourne Chancellor’s r Applicants intending to major in Actuarial Studies or continue Commerce Global Scholarship may be admitted with an entry Scholarship. Students must have completed an Australian on to the Master of Engineering following the Bachelor of score that is lower than that published here. This scholarship is Year 12 qualification or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Commerce are strongly encouraged to complete VCE Specialist available only to international students. For more details, see: in Australia or be an Australian citizen and have completed Mathematics Units 3 and 4 or equivalent. scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/bcom-global-scholarship an Australian Year 12 or IB overseas in the year prior to entry (students must either enrol immediately or be granted a deferral t Applicants intending to major in Civil Systems, Computing, { A range of criteria is used for selection. Visit in the year following Year 12). Construction, Digital Technologies, Mechanical Systems, study.unimelb.edu.au for additional requirements. Property or Spatial Systems may be required to undertake a Music: Students who achieve an ATAR or notional ATAR of 99.85 } Mid-year entry for international and domestic entry for VTAC bridging subject in mathematics as breadth in first year. This is or above (or 90.00 or above if Indigenous), achieve an audition tertiary transfer applicants only. equivalent to Units 3 and 4 Mathematical Methods, and entry score of A+ and satisfy course prerequisites will be guaranteed requires a mathematics background equivalent to Units 1 and q Indicative score only (entry is not guaranteed). a Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship (Music). Students must 2 Mathematical Methods. have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification or the International Baccalaureate (IB) in Australia or be an Australian y Applicants intending to progress to the Doctor of Veterinary citizen and have completed an Australian Year 12 or IB overseas Medicine are encouraged to complete VCE Units 3 and 4 in in the year prior to entry (students must either enrol immediately Chemistry or equivalent. or be granted a deferral in the year following Year 12). u Refer to tuition fees for the relevant bachelors degree. 19
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