Duration
1.5 years full time / 3 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
March, July
Key dates
Key dates
Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline, from an approved university, with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent), AND
- Successful completion of at least one tertiary-level mathematics subject, which includes elements of multivariable calculus and linear algebra, with a score of at least 65%.
You may be required to sit a test to elucidate any of the above.
Disciplines directly related to this course include statistics, mathematics, biomedicine, psychology, science, pharmacy, health sciences and economics.
Examples of University of Melbourne subjects that meet the subject prerequisite with a mark of 65% or greater include:
- MAST10005 Calculus 1;
- MAST10006 Calculus 2;
- MAST10021 Calculus 2 Advanced;
- MAST10007 Linear Algebra;
- MAST10022 Linear Algebra Advanced;
- MAST10008 Accelerated Maths 1;
- MAST10009 Accelerated Maths 2; or
- MAST10024 Mathematics & Statistics for Biomedicine
The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy. The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the mid-year 2026 intake onwards.
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.
Don't meet the prerequisite subject requirements?
You may have the option to enrol in specific single subjects through the University's Community Access Program, even if you are not enrolled in a course. Completing these prerequisite subjects may qualify you for entry into this course. This option is not available to student visa holders or applicants. Learn more about single subject study.
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
6.5
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0TOEFL
81
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16PEARSON
64
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60CAMBRIDGE
169
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163LANGUAGECERT ACADEMIC
67
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57MET
58
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
About selection
When assessing (and where relevant, ranking) applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance
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
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).
Applicants may, on occasion, be considered for Advanced Standing. If applicable, this will automatically be assessed at the time of application and no separate Advanced Standing application needs to be submitted.
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.