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University of Melbourne

Australia's leading research university

#13
QS Rank
1853
Founded
42%
Intl. students
~70%
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About University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne is Australia's top-ranked university and one of the world's leading research institutions. Located in the heart of Melbourne, it offers a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across medicine, law, engineering, business, and the arts.

💰 Tuition Fees for International Students

Undergraduate
AUD 38,000–52,000/year
Postgraduate
AUD 36,000–55,000/year

Fees are indicative for international students. Verify current rates on the university's official website.

📋 Entry Requirements

IELTS6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)
PTE58 (no score below 50)
GPAH2A or equivalent (75%+)

Popular Programmes

Master of EngineeringMaster of CommerceBachelor of ScienceMaster of EducationJuris Doctor

🎓 Scholarships Available

  • Melbourne Research Scholarship (full tuition + AUD 32,500/year)
  • Graduate Access Melbourne Grant
  • Rowden White Scholarship

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Melbourne offer post-study work rights?

Yes — graduates from Melbourne can apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for 2 years (bachelor/master) or 4 years (doctoral). Melbourne is also one of the institutions whose graduates receive extra 485 visa duration under the STEM graduate stream.

Is the University of Melbourne part of the Group of Eight?

Yes — Melbourne is a founding member of the Group of Eight (Go8), the coalition of Australia's leading research universities.

What is the difference between Melbourne's Melbourne Model and a traditional degree?

The Melbourne Model combines a broad undergraduate degree with a professional graduate qualification. Students typically complete a 3-year bachelor's degree (e.g., Bachelor of Science) followed by a 1.5–2 year graduate professional degree (e.g., Master of Engineering or Juris Doctor).

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