Duration
3 years full time / 6 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
February
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards.
Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.
You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you are eligible for this course based on your previous studies and Weighted Average Mark (WAM).
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:
- English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE); LanguageCert Academic; Michigan English Test. If a test displays N/A, it is not accepted for this course.IELTS
7.5
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0TOEFL
100
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22PEARSON
78
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72CAMBRIDGE
187
with writing 193; speaking 193; reading 194; listening 179LANGUAGECERT ACADEMIC
81
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67MET
67
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
About selection
When assessing (and where relevant, ranking) applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance
If you are applying for standard entry and the average mark across your previous tertiary studies is:
- 80 per cent (or equivalent) or above, you will be competitive for entry
- At least 70 per cent, you will be considered for entry
- Below 70 per cent (or equivalent) and you have an eligible Graduate Access Melbourne application, you will be considered for entry.
The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission Policy.
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.
Additional information
Graduate Access Melbourne (GAM)
We encourage domestic students to explore eligibility for Graduate Access Melbourne (GAM). GAM offers an opportunity for admission to this course even if your tertiary marks are below the standard entry requirements. GAM applicants may also be considered for financial bursaries and Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) where available.
GAM categories include coming from a rural area, being an Indigenous Australian, experiencing financial hardship or personal difficulties, having refugee status, or living with a disability or medical condition. In assessing applications, we look to balance opportunity and your capacity to succeed.
Advanced Standing
Prior studies may be credited towards your degree and potentially reduce the duration of your course. This is known as Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
In addition, please visit our dedicated Juris Doctor Advanced Standing arrangements.
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.