Duration
2 years full time / 4 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville or Creswick)
Intake
February
Key dates
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Fees
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available
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Entry schemes
Access Melbourne is available
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:
- An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65% (or equivalent), OR
- An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with at least 25 credit points (two subjects) in chemistry, biology, mathematics or statistics subjects (or equivalents) with a WAM of at least 65% (or equivalent), OR
- An undergraduate degree in any area and a Graduate Certificate in a relevant discipline with a weighted average mark of at least 65% (or equivalent) in the certificate, OR
- A 2-year associate degree or diploma (or equivalent) in a directly related discipline, AND at least five years of documented relevant work experience AND either completion of a relevant Melbourne MicroCert or an appropriate level of performance on a test conducted by the Selection Committee.
Disciplines directly related to this course include Agricultural Science, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Ecosystem Science, Environmental Science, Forest Science, Landscape Ecosystem Management, Plant Science (or equivalents).
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.
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
If relevant to your application, the Selection Committee will also consider your professional history and/or a test. The test will confirm generic skills necessary for successful study in this course, including the ability to analyse and interpret scientific or technical data, comprehend and use scientific literature, and conceptualise a problem.
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).
You may be eligible for up to 50 points of credit if you have a bachelor’s degree or postgraduate degree (or equivalent) in Agricultural Science, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Ecosystem Science, Environmental Science, Forest Science, Landscape Ecosystem Management, Plant Science (or equivalents).
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.