University Guide
University of Melbourne
The university is a public research university, home to more than 50,000 students. The university ranks at number 34 globally.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the University of Melbourne.
Rankings
University of Melbourne is ranked number one in Australia in both the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 and the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic Ranking of World Universities 2022.
Employability
Ranked at number 8 for graduate employability globally, the university offers careers advice and support, for those wishing to find part-time work whilst studying as well as those looking for graduate roles. Their careers service provides students access to a wealth of casual, full-time and graduate jobs via their website. Students can have their CV’s reviewed using the smart resume tool and can make use of EmployMe to complete practice interviews and assessments before applying for jobs.
Fees
For domestic undergraduate students, fees are subsidised by the Australian Government as part of the Commonwealth Supported Place. Your fee depends on the subjects you take. You can view the 2023 student contribution amounts on the university’s website. International students enter as a full fee paying student, with fees also based on the subjects you study.
Bursaries
The university offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries. These include the Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship, The Melbourne Humanitarian Access Scholarship and the MDHS Indigenous Student Bursary
Accommodation
The university offers university-owned accommodation in addition to partner accommodation which is more expensive. There are also ten residential colleges, including International House which offers a global perspective for both local and international students. Living in university accommodation means students can access the Residential Life Program which includes guidance from staff and access to a range of activities. You can view more on the dedicated accommodation page.
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The University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU) is run by students, for students. The union offers support, volunteering opportunities, hosts clubs and sports societies and more! They act as a representative body for all students. It is free for the students of the university to join. With over 200 clubs, there is something for everyone. Definitely check out their website, it is pretty cool!
Famous for
Evidently, the university is known for its excellent teaching and consistent high rankings. Its degrees are modelled on those from top institutions overseas. Students begin by exploring a range of subjects, including those outside of their discipline before choosing a major. Thus, the university offers students a fun and diverse experience.
News
In December 2022, the university offered over 5400 students a place in the first Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre round. This has allowed students whose circumstances may mean their Australian Tertiary Admission Rank does not reflect their full academic potential. This has enabled students from a diverse range of backgrounds to enter university.
AFS says
Melbourne is a fabulous city, having won the Economist’s World’s Most Liveable City Award seven times! It’s a major centre for street art, music and theatre. Located in Victoria, there is plenty to see and do. It has recently been recognised as a UNESCO City of Literature. It would be pretty difficult for students to be bored and run out of things to do in this vibrant city!
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