What is Discover Melbourne?
This is a series of online webinars for high school students thinking about undergraduate study with us. Across the sessions, you'll explore the Melbourne curriculum, our discipline areas, course structures, faculties, career pathways and more.
5-6 August 2026
Discover Melbourne August sessions are your introduction to undergraduate study at Melbourne, with more sessions in October, taking a deeper dive into specific discipline areas.
What to expect?
Whether you're just starting out or getting ready to apply, you'll learn about the Melbourne curriculum, course structures, entry requirements and how to apply.
Have your questions answered
Put your questions to our panel in a live Q&A with students and staff on hand to answer them.
August sessions
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Wednesday
5 August 2026 -
6:00–7:00pm (AEST) | How to apply as a domestic student
Are you a domestic student?
If you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident currently living abroad, you are considered a domestic student for the purposes of admission to the University. During this session, we will collaborate with the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) to introduce undergraduate course entry requirements and the application and admissions process.
Staff will be available during the webinar to answer questions.
7:30–8:00pm (AEST) | Melbourne essentials
This session is designed for high school students considering undergraduate study. The webinar will cover our flexible curriculum, from interdisciplinary thinking to the skills that make our graduates some of the most employable in the world. We’ll also introduce you to our campuses, student life, scholarships, and accommodation options.
Staff and current students will be available during the webinar to answer questions.
8:00–8:30pm (AEST) | How to apply as an international student
If you are an international student who is ready to apply, this webinar is for you. We will cover undergraduate course entry requirements as well as the application and admissions process. Staff will be available following the webinar to answer questions.
New Zealand citizens and international students studying Year 12 in Australia or the IB in New Zealand should register for the "How to apply as a domestic student" webinar, as you will apply to the University through VTAC.
Staff and current students will be available during the webinar to answer questions.
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Thursday
6 August -
More times are available. Visit the registration link below to explore all available times.
October sessions
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Tuesday
13 October -
Staff and current students will be available during the webinars to answers questions
7:30–8:00pm (AEDT) | Melbourne essentials
This session is designed for high school students considering undergraduate study. The webinar will cover our flexible curriculum, from interdisciplinary thinking to the skills that make our graduates some of the most employable in the world. We’ll also introduce you to our campuses, student life, scholarships, and accommodation options.
8:00–8:30pm (AEDT) | How to apply as an international student
If you are an international student who is ready to apply, this webinar is for you. We will cover undergraduate course entry requirements as well as the application and admissions process. Staff will be available following the webinar to answer questions.
New Zealand citizens and international students studying Year 12 in Australia or the IB in New Zealand should register for the "How to apply as a domestic student" webinar, as you will apply to the University through VTAC.
8:30–9:15pm (AEDT) | Discover STEM
If you are considering studies in science, health, psychology, agriculture, engineering, information technology or mathematics, this webinar is for you. During this webinar you will hear from current students, alumni and faculty academics. The session will commence with a short presentation and follow with a live facilitated panel discussion, giving you the chance to ask questions and connect directly with those who have direct experience teaching or studying these disciplines.
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Wednesday
14 October -
8:00–8:45pm (AEDT) | Discover creative fields
If you are considering studies in design, fine arts or music, this webinar is for you. You will hear from current students, alumni and faculty academics. The session will commence with a short presentation and follow with a live facilitated panel discussion, giving you the chance to ask questions and connect directly with those who have direct experience teaching or studying these disciplines.
9:00–10:15pm (AEDT) | Discover humanities and social sciences
If you are considering studies in humanities, social sciences, business and commerce, education or law, this webinar is for you. You will hear from current students, alumni and faculty academics. The session will commence with a short presentation and follow with a live facilitated panel discussion, giving you the chance to ask questions and connect directly with those who have direct experience teaching or studying these disciplines.
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15-16 October -
More times are available on Thursday 15 and Friday 16 October. Visit the registration link below to explore all available times.