FAQs
Coming to Open Day
We're excited to welcome you to campus for Open Day on Sunday 20 August 2023. To help make the most of your experience, we've answered some frequently asked questions on preparing for the day, getting here and around campus, and what to expect on the day.
Before you arrive
Register to attend
When registering you'll be prompted to create a UniMelb Account. This is your secure login for the Open Day event portal and other future student events.
Preparing for Open Day
Open Day 2023 will be held on Sunday 20 August.
Open Day 2023 is from 10.00am to 4.00pm on Sunday 20 August.
The University’s Parkville and Southbank campuses will be open on Sunday 20 August. Information regarding studying at the University of Melbourne, including our other campuses, will be available on Open Day.
Level access stops are available at stop 1, Melbourne University (Swanston Street, Parkville – tram routes 5, 6, 16 and 72) and stop 17, Grant Street – Police Memorial (St Kilda Road, Southbank – tram routes 5, 6, 16 and 72). Disabled parking is located around both Parkville and Southbank campuses.
Maps of both campuses can be viewed at maps.unimelb.edu.au and include accessible toilet locations.
High contrast and screen reader modes are available on maps.unimelb.edu.au as well as multiple languages.
Maps will be available at entry points to both campuses on Open Day and will include clearly marked accessible pathways.
A large number of lecture theatres are fitted with audio induction loops. If you require an Auslan interpreter or would like to discuss the provision of information in an alternative format, please contact us.
Everyone is welcome at Open Day 2023, especially parents and students.
It's is an opportunity to discover university life for yourself, explore our campuses, meet staff and students and learn more about your study options. No matter your highschool year level, or even if you are a graduate student - we encourage you to come along and experience our Melbourne community with your family and friends.
During the registration process you'll create a UniMelb Account. This is your secure login, which is needed to protect your personal information. In the registration confirmation screen and email you'll be able to access the Open Day event portal; this is where you'll find the full program of experiences, expos, information sessions and tours. You can use your UniMelb Account login anytime to access the event portal. View all sessions and use the filter and search options to explore what's on and add (+) sessions to create a personalised schedule for your Open Day.
To get started on planning your day you can register or log in to our Open Day event portal.
When you register for Open Day you will receive a confirmation email – use the link in this email to log back into the event portal at any time and view or modify your schedule. Or you can log in directly to our event portal page.
You can reset your password from the UniMelb login page. Click ‘forgot password’ and enter your email address to allow you to reset your password.
Travelling to campus
By foot: The Parkville campus is a 15 to 20 minute walk north of Melbourne’s CBD.
By train: The closest City Loop station is Melbourne Central. From there you can catch a tram or walk to campus.
By tram: From Elizabeth Street catch tram number 19 – stop 9 (Haymarket roundabout) for the Faculty of Business & Economics and the Melbourne Law School and stop 11 for all other faculties and schools. From Swanston Street, catch tram number 1, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 or 72 – stop 4 (Queensberry Street) for the Melbourne Graduate School of Education, stop 3 (Lincoln Square) for the Melbourne Law School and the Faculty of Business & Economics or stop 1 (Melbourne University tram stop) for all other faculties and schools.
By foot: The Southbank campus is a 10-minute walk south of Flinders Street Station.
By train: The closest City Loop station is Flinders Street. From there you can catch a tram or walk to campus.
By tram: From Flinders Street catch tram number 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 or 72 and alight at tram stop 17 (Grant Street).
Is there parking available?
Parkville: Limited free parking is available in the following carparks on the day:
- University Square: Enter via Berkeley Street or Bouverie Street
- Eastern Precinct: Enter via Cardigan street, near the corner of Elgin Street
- Royal Parade: Enter via Royal Parade, between Genetics Lane and Medical Road.
Please note the following roads will be closed to vehicle traffic on the day:
- Swanston Street, between Grattan and Elgin Streets
Southbank: There is limited paid parking in surrounding areas.
To get the most out of your Open Day, make sure you get to the designated venue on time or early as places are not reserved. But don’t worry if the venue is full, most sessions are repeated throughout the day.
When you arrive, see one of our friendly Ask Me Guide’s for a campus map and directions to any of our Open Day activities.
What to expect on the day
Open Day provides visitors an opportunity to explore the Parkville and Southbank campuses and get a sense of campus life. Explore University of Melbourne study pathways through a series of tours, showcases, expos and information sessions and talk to academics and current students.
Yes. Academics and current students will be here on the day to answer any questions you might have.
Yes, a range of food and drink options will be available at both Parkville and Southbank campuses. See the University’s Food on Campus maps for information on outlets available at Parkville and Southbank.
No. Open Day 2023 will be held both indoors and outdoors and will proceed in the case of inclement weather. Please come prepared for Melbourne weather!
A library of study area and student experience videos are available for you to steam on-demand now. These videos deep dive into course structures, majors and more, and are a great resource if you can't attend on the day.