As an exchange student, there are a few things you need to know about going to the University of Melbourne. Learn more about the location, the courses and student life!
Visit their website for more information about studying abroad at the University of Melbourne!
The University of Melbourne is the second oldest university in Australia. Melbourne is ranked as one of the top universities in the world and is the first university in Australia.
The University of Melbourne’s main campus, Parkville is located in the centre of Melbourne.
Melbourne is Australia’s second-largest city and is located in Victoria, Australia’s smallest yet most densely populated state, with over 5 million inhabitants.
Melbourne is often referred to as the sporting and cultural capital of Australia, boasting many music, art, fashion and sporting festivals. With 5 universities, Melbourne is a student-focused city.
Competitive **
The level of competitiveness (Less competitive * / Competitive ** / Very competitive ***) refers to one's chances of being allocated an exchange space at this partner. This is an approximation determined by the number of applications received for this destination during the last academic year versus the total number of exchange spaces available to Queen Mary students.
Visit their website for more information on how to apply, including how to choose your program, meet eligibility, prepare your application, apply online, accept your offer and get ready for study and life in Melbourne.
Australian universities' academic calendars generally run across the calendar year, where their "semester one" takes place during the first half of the calendar year, and their "semester two" takes place during the second half of the calendar year. Queen Mary students going on exchange to Australia complete "semester two" (our autumn) of one calendar year if they are going for an optional semester exchange, and full year students then also complete their "semester one" of the following calendar year. In other words, full-year exchange students always complete a year exchange across two halves of two calendar years.
(February to June
Semester 2: July to November
For more information, visit their Important dates page.
While at the University of Melbourne you can explore new areas of learning, such as Australian-based subjects, disciplines unavailable in your own home institution, or simply an elective that you have always wanted to study!
Once you know what study area you're interested in, select your subjects.
Check your eligibility: this includes meeting minimum academic entry requirements, subject prerequisites and English language requirements. There are also faculty-specific requirements and restrictions you need to be aware of before applying.
Students need to take 4 modules per semester totalling 50 credits per semester.
Find out more about credit transfer and grade conversions.
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There is a range of student accommodation available to you. Choices include University-owned and partnered accommodation, known as University Accommodation, and traditional residential colleges.
Our Student Housing service can provide information and support to assist you with finding alternate housing options, such as private rentals. They can provide advice on your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, refer you to financial support if needed and provide transportation information.
The University of Melbourne provides information on the cost of living as a student here. You can find more general, up-to-date information about the cost of living in Melbourne here.
Please consult the estimated minimum and maximum cost of living figures for this destination country available in our “Estimated Costs of Living” document available on our Finance page.
For information on accessibility, please visit the Student Equity and Disability Support page.
As a current Queen Mary student you will be able to find a summary sheet for this partner university on our QMplus page, with an overview of the local student support services available on the following topics: specific learning differences, physical impairments, sensory impairments, long term medical conditions, autism spectrum conditions, mental health and wellbeing difficulties, special accommodation provision, non-emergency health care, emergency services, harassment and trauma and suicide prevention.
Check the University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU) website for events and activities.
The Melbourne University Student Exchange (MUSEX) Society also organises numerous social events throughout the year, especially "mid-year" in Australia (July/August when Queen Mary students join for what is UniMelb's semester 2) to help newly arrived students meet people easily.
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