Undergraduate
Partial tuition
UM
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
"Australia's second oldest university"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#22 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About The University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne was founded in 1853 and is Australia's second oldest university. Its main campus is at Parkville, near the Melbourne CBD. It teaches through the Melbourne Model, with broad undergraduate degrees followed by professional graduate degrees in law, medicine, engineering, IT, business and more. It ranks #22 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and is the second best in Australia.
Rankings & Recognition
#22
Ranked #22 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (second in Australia). Ranked 19th globally for Academic Reputation.
Accreditations & Memberships
Group of Eight
Universitas 21
Association of Pacific Rim Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with The University of Melbourne's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
99.7#
Employer Reputation
98.3#
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Key Facts
1853
Established
approx. 54,000
Total Students
approx. 36%
International Students
8,500+
Staff
11.3
Students per Staff
#22
QS World Rank 2027
Popular Programs
Law
Medicine
Engineering
Information Technology
Business and Economics
Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online or via agent
IELTS (MIT)
6.5, no band under 6.0
TOEFL iBT (MIT)
79 (W21, S18, R13, L13)
PTE Academic (MIT)
58, no skill under 50
Intakes
February, July
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5, no band under 6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT
|
79 (W21, S18, R13, L13) |
|
PTE Academic
|
58, no skill under 50 |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced
|
176, no skill under 169 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
48 hrs/fortnight
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Staff — 8,500+
Students per Staff — 11.3
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Notable Alumni
Julia Gillard (former Prime Minister)
Elizabeth Blackburn (Nobel Prize, Medicine)
Campus & Location
The main campus is at Parkville, a short tram ride from the Melbourne CBD. The university has several campuses across Victoria, including Southbank for the arts.
Campus Details
Main
campus at Parkville
Melbourne
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residential colleges and private rentals
Dining
Campus cafes and food courts
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; campus health and counselling services
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 54,000
International Students
approx. 36%
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
A$39,936 – A$80,984 / year
Cost of Living
High
Intakes & Deadlines
Melbourne has two main intakes, Semester 1 in February and Semester 2 in July. Deadlines differ by course, so check unimelb.edu.au before you apply.
Scholarships at The University of Melbourne
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Graduate Research Scholarships
Research Fee offset + living allowance
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Year 12 or equivalent. English as set by each course; undergraduate usually IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree with a WAM of at least 65% for the Master of IT. English: IELTS 6.5 (no band under 6.0).
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5, no band under 6.0TOEFL iBT
79 (W21, S18, R13, L13)PTE Academic
58, no skill under 50Cambridge C1 Advanced
176, no skill under 169Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Highest degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
Statement of purpose
Updated CV
Reference letters
Work experience letters (if any)
Genuine Student statement
Financial documents
OSHC health cover proof
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check courses, entry rules and intakes on unimelb.edu.au.
2
Apply online
Apply on unimelb.edu.au or through an authorised agent and upload your documents.
3
Get offer
Receive your offer letter; some courses ask for an interview or portfolio.
4
Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE).
5
Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with eCoE, OSHC and the Genuine Student statement.
6
Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and enrol in your units.
Campus & Location
The main campus is at Parkville, a short tram ride from the Melbourne CBD. The university has several campuses across Victoria, including Southbank for the arts.
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