The University of Melbourne
Study Abroad & Exchange

The University of Melbourne Global Learning Team
Address:

Telephone:
Email:

Level 3, 757 Swanston Street (Building 199)
The University of Melbourne
Victoria, 3010, AUSTRALIA+61 3 8344 7452
studyabroad-exchange@unimelb.edu.au

AboutFounded in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institutionthat makes distinctive contributions to society in research, teaching andlearning, and engagement. It is consistently ranked among the leading
universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities
placing it as number 1 in Australia and number 37 in the world (Times Higher
Education World University Rankings 2024).

Programs
Exchange
If the University of Melbourne has an exchange partnership agreement with an overseas institution, it is preferredthose students apply for the exchange program. No tuition fees are payable to University of Melbourne.
Study Abroad
Students coming from a non-partner institution will need to apply for the study abroad program. Students may selectsubjects from any area as long as the subject is available for that semester, the student meets pre-requisites, andthere are no faculty restrictions. Tuition fees are payable to the University of Melbourne.

Home University Nomination
The University of Melbourne has moved to an online nomination process. Please nominate your students byclicking on the below link to our online nomination form.
Click here to submit online nominations

Application Deadlines

Study Abroad & Exchange

Semester 1, 2025 (February June)
1 December 2024

Semester 2, 2025 (JulyNovember)
1 May 2025

Housing

Until full

Until full

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Application
Students can start their application at any time. Application instructions will not be sent by our office tostudents. Students should follow the steps to apply on our website. A step-by-step guide which includes theonline application link can be downloaded here. It is strongly recommended that students follow the guidewhen completing their application.
Please note:• Students can upload all their supporting documentation into the online application. Hard copy documents
are not required.
• All supporting documentation must be in English or accompanied with an official English translation.
• Please provide your students with this fact sheet.

2025 Semester Dates
Semester 1, 2025
Welcome Day (compulsory)
OrientationTeaching period
Easter/Non-teaching period
Examination Period

Friday 21 February
Monday 24 February – Friday 28 February
Monday 3 March – Sunday 1 June
Friday 29 March – Sunday 7 April
Monday 9 June – Friday 27 June

Semester 2, 2025
Welcome Day (compulsory)
Orientation
Teaching period
Non-teaching period
Examination Period

Friday 18 July
Monday 21 July – Friday 25 July
Monday 28 July – Sunday 26 OctoberMonday 29 September – Sunday 5 OctoberMonday 3 November – Friday 21 November

Please note:• Welcome Day is compulsory, more information is available on the Welcome Day Website.
• View the full 2025 Academic Calendar here.
• The above dates are current as of July 2024 and may be subject to change.
• Students are required to remain in Melbourne until all assessment items are completed. Return airfares
should be booked for dates after the end of the exam period.

Eligibility Criteria•••

Completion of two semesters of full-time tertiary study outside Australia at the time of entry to theUniversity of Melbourne.
Above average results: the equivalent to a minimum ‘C’ average in the European system; or 3.0 grade point
average from the North American system.
Proof of English language ability. (both UG and PG incoming Study Abroad and Exchange students are assessed atthe UG level requirement)•

Full list of entry requirements are listed here.
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Subject Load
Terminology• Course: The overall degree or program studied. Study Abroad & Exchange students should apply for one of thefollowing four courses only
EX-UG (Exchange Undergraduate)
EX-PG (Exchange-Postgraduate)

SA-UG (Study Abroad Undergraduate)
SA-PG (Study Abroad Postgraduate)

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Subject: A single unit within a course. You can search for all subjects using the online handbook.
Some faculties have subject restrictions and they are listed here.
There are over 500 undergraduate subjects that have been preapproved for incoming UG students.
Students must enroll in a subject load of between 37.5 and 50 points (3 to 4 subjects) per semester.
All subjects are taught in English (except for specific language subjects).
Undergraduate students are only permitted to enroll in a maximum of one postgraduate subject.

•To assist in selecting subjects and completing the proposed study plan, view this online instructional video.

Grading System
GradeH1
H2A
H2B
H3PN

Standard Mark (%)
80-100
75-79
70-74
65-69
50-64
0-49

Description
First Class Honours
Second Class Honours Division A
Second Class Honours Division B
Third Class Honours
PassFail*Full Grading Scheme explained here.

Schools and Faculties
The University has seven campuses around the state of Victoria with the main campus at Parkville near the city centerof Melbourne. The University is divided into several faculties and graduate schools, listed here.

Overseas Student Health Cover
The Australian Government requires all international students* studying on a student visa to have Overseas Student
Health Cover (OSHC), from an approved Australian provider. Home country/institution insurance will not beaccepted. No Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) will be issued until Global Learning receives proof that an OSHC policy
has been purchased through the University of Melbourne or independently.
*Swedish, Norwegian and Belgian students are exempt from requiring OSHC.

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Visa Requirements
Students coming from overseas to study at the University of Melbourne (who are not Australian or New Zealandcitizens) must have a valid visa to enter Australia. Most incoming students will apply for a Student Visa (sub-class 500,non-award sector). Students can apply for a student visa once they receive the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) fromthe University of Melbourne via email. Students should research all visa options and apply through the Departmentof Home Affairs website.

Arrivals
The closest airport to the University of Melbourne is Tullamarine Airport, which is approximately 20km from the city
centre. The University offers a free airport pick-up service for study abroad and exchange students. Reservations
should be made at least three days before your arrival.

Housing
Housing should be applied for as early as possible. Once the Study Abroad/Exchange application has been submitted,
students can begin applying for housing using their UniMelb Student Number. All housing information and applications
are contained through this link.

Transcripts
The University of Melbourne uses a secure online system called My eQuals to distribute e-transcripts to all students
approximately a week after results are released, provided there are no outstanding debts or withheld or incomplete
results. Students can send a secure copy of their transcript by entering their home institution adviser’s address intothe system.

The City of Melbourne
Melbourne (population 4.8 million) is the capital city of the state of Victoria. It is the state’s largest (and Australia’ssecond largest) city. Consistently voted as one of the world’s most livable cities, Melbourne is the cultural andsporting capital of Australia with many festivals and sporting events held throughout the year. These include:• AFL season & Grand Final• Chinese New Year(Australian Rules Football)• Moomba Festival• Australian Tennis Open• International Coffee Expo
• Formula One Grand Prix
• Queer Film Festival• Boxing Day Cricket Test
• International Comedy Festival
With 38% of the population born overseas and 140 cultures represented, Melbourne is extremely multi-cultural andwelcoming of people from all backgrounds. Melbourne’s food scene is world class and boasts more coffee shops per
capita than any other city in the world!

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Student Support
Exchange and Study Abroad students have access to ongoing support during their application and studies atMelbourne. Students can contact an Education Abroad Advisor via email or web enquiry and can book virtual or inperson appointments. Our Support Services page also has helpful resources on setting up banking and mobile phone
accounts, the healthcare and public transport systems, and nearby supermarkets and eateries.
In addition, Exchange and Study Abroad students are eligible for a range of support services via Stop 1 (studentservices) at the University.

Emergency Contact Details
If there is an emergency regarding an international student at the University of Melbourne, you can call thefollowing numbers:
Business hours:
After hours:+61 3 8344 7452 (Monday – Friday, 9.00 am - 5.00 pm)+61 3 8344 6666

If using the after-hours number, ask to leave a message for Global Learning, and your call will be returned as soon aspossible.
For Emergency services (ambulance, fire service or police) dial ‘000’ in Australia.

More Information•

Melbourne Global Instagram Account•Inbound Study Abroad & Exchange Blog•

Study Abroad & Exchange Home Page•

Study Abroad & Exchange Brochure•University Home Page•

Support Services•

Visa Information•Cost of Living
Duckboard Place, Melbourne, VIC 3000

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which wework, learn and live. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous
knowledge in the Academy.

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