Domestic applications

Undergraduate study

When you apply to study with the University of Melbourne as a domestic undergraduate student, you must lodge your application directly with the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).

This is the perfect opportunity to find out if you are eligible for one of our many scholarships, grants or bursaries. You may also find out that you meet the criteria for our special entry access scheme – Access Melbourne.

Each year the University participates in multiple VTAC offer rounds. Follow our checklist to make sure you don’t miss out on a single opportunity.

Consider the undergraduate degree you would like to apply for:

  • Bachelors degree: an undergraduate (bachelors) degree is typically your first university degree. We offer undergraduate degrees in: agriculture, arts, biomedicine, commerce, design, fine arts, music, oral health and science with majors in more than 100 areas of study
  • Diploma in General Studies : a pathway to University of Melbourne undergraduate degrees in agriculture, biomedicine, commerce, design, and science
  • Graduate Degree Package: your ATAR may mean that you are eligible to apply via VTAC for a guaranteed place in an undergraduate degree and graduate degree at the University of Melbourne.

Learn more about our Graduate Degree Packages

Am I a domestic student?

A domestic student is an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or a holder of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa.

Eligibility

All undergraduate applicants must meet their chosen course academic entry requirements including subject prerequisites and English language requirements.

Check the entry requirements for your preferred courses

All domestic students, including  Australian Year 12 students studying outside of Victoria or overseas, will apply for undergraduate studies at the University of Melbourne online through VTAC.

Submitting your VTAC application

  • VTAC applications open early August each year for Semester 1 the following year
  • You may apply for up to 8 undergraduate courses – it is important to list each course in the order of your preference
  • Timely applications close in late September each year, late applications will incur a late fee. Please note, applications for select undergraduate degrees including fine arts and music programs close before September each year and require early application submission. Find out more about current VTAC due dates on their website
  • In some cases, you may need to submit evidence of your results to VTAC. VTAC will notify you if additional information is required
  • If you do not receive your final results before the VTAC application deadline you may still complete your application – you will need to provide your final results, when available, to be eligible for an offer
  • If you would like to change your VTAC course preferences, you must do so during the change of preference period – see the VTAC website for details
  • If you have not met the subjects prerequisite/s for your course with an approved Australian or Overseas Year 12 subject or with one of the qualifications, you'll need to include a syllabus or detailed subject outline with your VTAC application.

Mid-year applications

Some undergraduate courses accept applications for mid-year entry. This is a separate application process.

Learn more about mid-year applications 

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students may be eligible for Indigenous targeted places and scholarships.

Contact Murrup Barak, the University's Institute for Indigenous Development, for further advice about applying and enrolling in your degree.

Special Entry Access Schemes

ACCESS MELBOURNE

Access Melbourne is the University of Melbourne’s equity program for domestic undergraduate students.

You may apply for Access Melbourne if you meet the criteria for the below eligibility categories:

  • Disadvantaged financial background
  • Resident of a rural or isolated area
  • Graduate of an under-represented school
  • Difficult circumstances
  • Disability or medical condition
  • Non-English speaking background
  • Recognition as an Indigenous Australian
  • Non-school leaver.

Access Melbourne applicants may be eligible for a range of support including guaranteed course entry or admission at an ATAR adjusted to reflect the impact of adverse circumstances during your high school studies. As well as generous scholarships, grants, bursaries and accommodation support. Use the Access Melbourne calculator to check your eligibility.

Learn more about Access Melbourne

ELITE ATHLETES AND ARTISTIC PERFORMERS ENTRY SCHEME

If you're an elite athlete or artistic performer who has competed at an international, national or state level you may be eligible for our Elite Athletes and Artistic Performers Entry Scheme.

Find out more about our entry schemes

When you lodge your application via VTAC you'll be automatically considered for many of our scholarship opportunities. This includes the coveted Melbourne Chancellor's Scholarship awarded on the basis of academic merit.

If you have lodged a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application via VTAC, you’ll automatically be considered for the Narrm Scholarship, as well as a range of scholarships to help with your tuition and living costs.

You may also be eligible for a range of scholarships that require applicants to submit individual applications. Discover what opportunities are available by checking out the ‘fees and scholarships’ section on your preferred undergraduate course page or head to our scholarships website for more information.

Learn more about Melbourne scholarships

University Accommodation

All undergraduate students are eligible for an accommodation guarantee through University Accommodation. These University operated or partnered residencies are located within walking distance of our Parkville campus.

See University Accommodation

Other accommodation options

You may also consider applying to residential colleges, homestay and private rental market opportunities.

For help finding a place to live in Melbourne, see Accommodation

The University of Melbourne participates in multiple rounds of VTAC offers for students applying to commence in Semester 1. Year 12 applicants may receive an offer during the January or February offer rounds.

January and February offers will be made to all eligible domestic students.

If your application is successful, you will receive an official email offer from the University of Melbourne. Your official offer will also be visible on your VTAC account.

If you are offered a place at the University of Melbourne you may choose to accept, defer or decline. To accept your offer, you'll need to follow the instructions in your offer email and complete the first steps of your enrolment.

Find out more about offers and enrolments

Accepting your Melbourne offer

Find out how to receive and accept your offer, enrol as a student, and get ready for your undergraduate studies.

Go to Offers and enrolments