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Graduate study

Application information for international students

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COVID-19 and future study

At Melbourne, you’ll benefit from a vibrant community of peers, alumni and leading academics whose research informs our curriculum. You'll have access to industry-integrated learning and networking opportunities to set you up for a successful career.

Wherever you are in the world, regardless of location or time zone, you can enrol in online and dual-delivery subjects. Once international travel restrictions ease, we look forward to welcoming you on campus. To help get you started, we’ve put together the tips below to help you with your application.

Why choose Melbourne?

Our degrees are future-focused, which makes our graduates some of the world's most employable. You'll be challenged, supported and inspired to solve the problems of tomorrow.

  • # 1 in Australia
  • # 33 in the world
  • # 8 globally for graduate employability

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022/QS Graduate Employability 2021

Resources to start your application

Studying a graduate degree can set you up to become a leader in your field and open you up to a wider range of career opportunities and earning potential.

Choose your degree

We offer more than 340 award programs ranging from graduate certificates to masters and PhD study in a wide range of study areas and disciplines. Find your dream course to learn more about entry requirements and how to apply.

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English language requirements

When you apply, you'll need to meet the University's English language requirement to be eligible for an offer to study with us. We have made some temporary revisions to the English language requirements to accommodate challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Appoint an overseas representative

Our education agents can help you find a course that’s right for you, lodge an application, accept your offer, and provide you with information relating to living in Australia and visa requirements.

Need assistance?

We're always here to help. If you need assistance applying for our courses or have questions about our degrees, life at Melbourne or anything else, contact our future student support team.

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International student scholarships

Expanded scholarships

We have expanded our extensive program of scholarships to support international students in 2022. As a new international student, you could be eligible for a number of merit-based scholarships of A$10,000 or more, wherever you are in the world.

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Melbourne Graduate Scholarship

This scholarship is available to international students undertaking graduate study at the University, based on prior academic performance.

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Other scholarships

The Melbourne Scholarships Program is one of the most comprehensive and generous in Australia, for you to turn your ambition into achievement. Some are awarded on merit, others to help with your expenses. Search our scholarships site to see the full variety and eligibility criteria.

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Watch course videos

Discover graduate course options with these pre-recorded videos available on-demand, designed to help you choose the course that’s right for you.

You'll hear from academics and current students, as well as learn about the student experience and student support services available to you.

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