University of Melbourne entry requirements for international students

English language

Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

English test results required

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English test results

Chinese International Student Information | Study at Melbourne

Other ways to show EnglishPostgraduate

All graduate coursework courses have a specific English language standard; required scores are published on each course page.

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All graduate coursework courses have a specific English language standard you must meet. The required scores are published on each course page.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

Other ways to show EnglishUndergraduate

English language requirements apply; see course page for details.

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meeting subject prerequisites and our English language requirements.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Academic entry

Academic entryUndergraduate

The following table lists the 2026 entry lowest selection ranks and 2027 ATAR guides for domestic and international applicants in Australia and New Zealand with an ATAR or notional ATAR.

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The following table lists the 2026 entry lowest selection ranks and 2027 ATAR guides for domestic and international applicants in Australia and New Zealand with an ATAR or notional ATAR.

ATAR entry score guide

Academic entryPostgraduate

To apply for a masters degree, you must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. Most Masters by Coursework programs require a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) based on previous studies.

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To apply for a masters degree, you must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. Entry into most Masters by Coursework programs also requires a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) based on your previous studies.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

Academic entryPostgraduate

Minimum entry requirements for graduate certificates and graduate diplomas differ by faculty and course; many require completed undergraduate study, others may base entry on professional experience in a related field.

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Minimum entry requirements differ by faculty and course. For many courses at this level, you'll need to have completed undergraduate study, while other courses may base entry on professional experience in a related field.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

Academic entryUndergraduate

Minimum entry requirements include completing a recognised secondary school qualification, meeting subject prerequisites, and meeting English language requirements.

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Make sure you meet the minimum entry requirements for your chosen course. Requirements include completing a recognised secondary school qualification and meeting subject prerequisites and our English language requirements.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

ATARPostgraduate

ATAR-based guarantees are available to international students who complete an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in Australia.

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ATAR-based guarantees are available to international students who complete an Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in Australia.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

ATARUndergraduate

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDYING YEAR 12 IN AUSTRALIA (ATAR) Guide only

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDYING YEAR 12 IN AUSTRALIA (ATAR) Guide only

ATAR entry score guide

GPA / averagePostgraduate

Most Masters by Coursework programs require a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) based on previous studies.

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Entry into most Masters by Coursework programs also requires a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) based on your previous studies.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

Applying

How to applyUndergraduate

Direct applications from international students for undergraduate study are accepted for the start year (Semester 1/February) and mid-year (Semester 2/July) intakes through the University's online application portal.

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Direct applications from international students for undergraduate study are accepted for the start year (Semester 1/February) and mid-year (Semester 2/July) intakes through the University's online application portal.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

The VTAC application system opens in early August each year for the start year (Semester 1/February) intake for the following year.

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The VTAC application system opens in early August each year for the start year (Semester 1/February) intake for the following year.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

Application pathway depends on Year 12 qualifications, location, and intake (VTAC or direct).

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Your application pathway depends on your Year 12 qualifications, where you're studying and which intake you're applying for.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

Direct applications accepted for start year (Semester 1/February) and mid-year (Semester 2/July) intakes via the University's online portal.

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Direct applications from international students for undergraduate study are accepted for the start year (Semester 1/February) and mid-year (Semester 2/July) intakes through the University's online application portal.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

VTAC application system opens in early August each year for the start year (Semester 1/February) intake.

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The VTAC application system opens in early August each year for the start year (Semester 1/February) intake for the following year.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyAll levels

Most Chinese students apply through an authorised education agent; you can also apply directly to the University.

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Most Chinese students apply through an authorised education agent, who can help you find a course, lodge your application, and navigate visa requirements. You can also apply directly to the University.

Chinese International Student Information | Study at Melbourne

How to applyPostgraduate

Submit your course application first; you apply for a visa after receiving a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

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You apply for your visa after you receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). First you submit your course application.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

How to applyUndergraduate

Current University of Melbourne undergraduate students apply via the internal transfer form.

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A University of Melbourne undergraduate degree (current student) Apply via the internal transfer form Apply via the internal transfer form

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

A foundation studies program Apply direct to the University of Melbourne.

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A foundation studies program Apply direct to the University of Melbourne Apply direct to the University of Melbourne

Applications - undergraduate study - international

How to applyUndergraduate

VTAC course preferences can be changed during the change of preference period in December.

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If you would like to change your VTAC course preferences, you must do so during the change of preference period (December)

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Application feeUndergraduate

Late VTAC applications incur a late fee.

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Timely applications close in late September, and while late applications for some courses are possible, they will incur a late fee

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DocumentsUndergraduate

In some cases, you may need to submit evidence of your results to VTAC; VTAC will notify you if additional information is required.

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In some cases, you may need to submit evidence of your results to VTAC. VTAC will notify you if additional information is required

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DocumentsUndergraduate

Applicants may need to submit evidence of results to VTAC; VTAC will notify if additional information is required.

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In some cases, you may need to submit evidence of your results to VTAC. VTAC will notify you if additional information is required

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Dates

DatesUndergraduate

Timely applications close in late September.

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Timely applications close in late September, and while late applications for some courses are possible, they will incur a late fee

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DatesUndergraduate

Applications for select undergraduate degrees that require supplementary tasks (such as auditions or interviews), including Fine Arts and Music degrees, will close before September each year and require early submission.

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Applications for select undergraduate degrees that require supplementary tasks (such as auditions or interviews), including Fine Arts and Music degrees, will close before September each year and require early submission.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DatesUndergraduate

Timely VTAC applications close in late September; late applications possible but incur a late fee.

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Timely applications close in late September, and while late applications for some courses are possible, they will incur a late fee

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DatesUndergraduate

Degrees requiring supplementary tasks (e.g., Fine Arts, Music) close before September each year and require early submission.

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Applications for select undergraduate degrees that require supplementary tasks (such as auditions or interviews), including Fine Arts and Music degrees, will close before September each year and require early submission.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

DatesUndergraduate

Applications submitted after the published course closing date may be accepted subject to place availability.

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Applications submitted after the published course application closing date may be accepted, subject to the availability of places.

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Pathways

Foundation and pathwaysPostgraduate

Completing an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne may make you eligible for a secure pathway into a professional graduate degree via Graduate Degree Packages, ATAR-based guarantee, or Graduate entry guarantee.

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If you’re completing your undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne, you may be eligible for a secure pathway into one of our professional graduate degrees.

Entry requirements - graduate coursework study - international applications

Foundation and pathwaysUndergraduate

Foundation studies program applicants apply direct to the University of Melbourne.

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A foundation studies program Apply direct to the University of Melbourne Apply direct to the University of Melbourne

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Foundation and pathwaysUndergraduate

Foundation studies program applicants apply directly to the University of Melbourne.

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A foundation studies program Apply direct to the University of Melbourne

Applications - undergraduate study - international

Course scores

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