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ContentsINTRODUCING MELBOURNE
Study in the heart of Melbourne 8
Learn from the best 9
Graduate with the best 9
A world-standard education 10
A wealth of experiences 11
Get the Melbourne advantage 12
Graduate coursework degrees 13
Graduate research degrees 14
Supporting you in your research 15
Graduate coursework scholarships:Domestic students
16
Graduate Access Melbourne:Domestic students
18
Graduate research scholarships:Domestic students
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Graduate scholarships:International students
20
Housing 22
Residential colleges24
Student support services 25
GRADUATE SCHOOLS AND COURSES
Business 27
Dentistry 36
Design 40
Education 44
Engineering 51
Environmental Programs 56
Health Sciences 58
Humanities and Social Sciences 62
Information Technology 69
Land and Environment 72
Law 78
Medicine 84
Music 89
Population and Global Health 93
Psychology 96
Science 98
Veterinary Science 102
Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Music 106
ADMISSIONS
Are you a domestic or international student? 112
Domestic students
How to apply 113
Graduate coursework applications 114
Graduate research applications 115
Fees 116
Help with fnancing your graduate study 117
International students
How to apply 118
Overseas representatives 119
Graduate coursework applications 120
Graduate research applications 121
English language requirements 122
Help to meet English requirements 123
Fees 124
Preparing for study 125
REFERENCE
Study area index 126
Glossary 130
Key dates 131
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Graduate to the world standard
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Welcome to Australiasleading universityWhen considering where to undertakeyour graduate study, you want to knowthat youll be graduating from one ofthe worlds nest universities, one
with internationally recognised andtransferable qualications that will placeyou among the worlds most sought-after employees.
From this perspective alone, Melbourneis a great choice. We are consistentlyplaced among the worlds leadinguniversities, ranked in the top 30worldwide, and deemed to be in thetop 10 by employers.Q
With over 270 graduate programsacross all disciplines, graduate study atthe University of Melbourne will giveyou the head start you need to secure
the career youve set your sights on.If youre already in the workforce, youwill get the professional developmentopportunities you need to advance, oreven change career direction entirely.
Our academic faculty works closelywith employers to develop programsthat provide you with transferable andhigh-level skills. Our aim is to enableyou to keep pace with environmentswhere knowledge is rapidly renewedand knowledge boundaries areincreasingly permeable.
At the University of Melbourne youlllearn from inspiring academic staffwho are immersed in contemporaryscholarship and research. Youll study
alongside great students from all overAustralia and from over 120 countriesacross the world.
The University has world-class facilitiesand offers services to support youthroughout your studies (including helpin nding housing and accommodation,nancial aid, scholarships, careerand health services, counselling andlanguage assistance), as well as broadexperiences in the arts and sportand recreation.
I invite you to take the next steptowards an extraordinary future by
considering the University of Melbourneas your rst choice for graduate study.
Glyn DavisVice-Chancellor
Q Academic Ranking of World Universities2012 and Times Higher Education WorldUniversity Rankings 20122013
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Melbourne:
The world standardTo compete on the world stage, youneed a world-standard education. At theUniversity of Melbourne, youll gain aninternationally recognised degree that willopen doors to an outstanding future.
1INTRODUCINGMELBOURNEPage 7 2
OUR COURSESPage 26 3
ADMISSIONSPage 112 4
REFERENCESPage 126
Find out what its like tobe a graduate student atMelbourne. Read about
the Melbourne experience,housing options, studentservices, extracurricularactivities and the generousscholarships we offer ourstudents.
Read about our graduateschools, the coursesavailable and your study
options at Melbourne.
Domestic students:Page 113
Search for a course basedon your area of interest inthe study area index, or look
up the glossary of terms.International students:Page 118
This section has all theinformation you need to knowabout how to apply, coursefees and preparing for study.
How touse this guide
Est. 1853CELEBRATING
160 YEARS
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Become a global citizenWith a graduate qualication from the University of
Melbourne, youll become a global citizen.
Our engagement with leading universities around the world opens up internationalopportunities for study and research collaboration. Our academic staff and theircolleagues from international universities regularly make exchange visits andgive guest lectures. Likewise our students enjoy cultural exchange programs andcollaborate on joint research projects with our international partner organisations.
This means limitless opportunities to acquire higher learning and increased mobilitywithin the University of Melbournes extensive network.
Study abroad orgo on exchangeBuild professional overseas
networks, develop
cross-cultural skills, gain
international experience to
enrich your studies.
Our global mobility program allowsyou to study for a semester or fora shorter period, undertake singlesubjects overseas or take up internshipopportunities with some of the worldsmost prestigious institutions andorganisations as part of your degreeat Melbourne.
Scholarships and grants are availablefor graduate students.Q
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Q Eligibility varies per discipline. Check withyour graduate school.
International partnerships
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Introducing MelbourneStudy in the heart of Melbourne 8
Learn from the best 9
Graduate with the best 9
A world-standard education 10
A wealth of experiences 11
Get the Melbourne advantage 12
Graduate coursework degrees 13
Graduate research degrees 14
Supporting you in your research 15
Graduate coursework scholarships: Domestic students 16
Graduate Access Melbourne: Domestic students 18
Graduate research scholarships: Domestic students 19
Graduate scholarships: International students 20
Housing 22
Residential colleges 24
Student support services 25
#28in
theworld#1in Australia
Times Higher EducationWorld University
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THE WORLDS MOSTLIVEABLE CITY
There is a lot to love about Melbourne just ask the locals. Its no big surpriseto residents that the city is consistentlyranked among the worlds most liveablecities.
The city of Melbourne has a vibrantenergy, excellent restaurants, fashionboutiques, cafe-lled laneways, coolbars, unbeatable galleries, spaciousparks and village-like inner suburbs,each with its own special character.Modern, cutting-edge designs addto the fascinating mix of heritagearchitecture and ensure the skyline isconstantly changing.
As a student living in Melbourne, youllbe able to take full advantage of allthe attractions offered. Youll instantlyfeel at home in this safe, vibrant and
multicultural city.
BREATHTAKING MELBOURNE
Melbourne is set around the shoresof the picturesque Port Phillip Bayand is enhanced by the Yarra River,immaculate parks and gardens, publicart, enchanting laneways, classicalbuildings and innovative design.
SPORTY MELBOURNE
Melbourne is Australias sporting eventscapital, and as a world-class sportingdestination, the citys atmosphere isespecially lively during the Formula 1Australian Grand Prix, the AustralianOpen Tennis Championships and theMelbourne Cup Carnival. The city
hosted the 2006 CommonwealthGames, and has been awarded as theworlds Ultimate Sports City by SportBusiness Group three times in a row.
DELICIOUS MELBOURNE
Famous for its laneways, stunningwaterfront precincts and trendyneighbourhoods, the city provides anendless choice of restaurants, cafesand bars. Melbourne is at the forefrontof culinary innovation, with more than3000 restaurants, cafes and bars, some75 ethnic cuisines, boutique beers,
creative cocktails and local andimported wines.
CULTURAL MELBOURNE
Museums, galleries, theatre, musicals,orchestras, ballet and concerts ofestablished and independent artists Melbourne is world-famous for itscomprehensive year-round culturalprogram. Public art is on displaythroughout the city, some hidden downintimate laneways, some on showthrough dynamic street performances,and some boldly presented on
billboards. Plus, Melbourne presentsannual festivals such as MelbourneFringe, Melbourne Festival andMelbourne International Film Festival.
The citys literary heritage and cultureis internationally recognised as one ofonly six UNESCO Cities of Literature inthe world.
GETTING AROUNDMELBOURNE
Melbourne has a fantastic publictransport system that is reliable andeasy to navigate. Trams, buses andtrains operate throughout the cityand its suburbs. It also has a greatferry network that can take you to the
shops and buskers at Southbank inthe heart of the city or further aeldfrom the beaches of St Kilda to historicWilliamstown.
DESIGNER MELBOURNE
Melbourne is also famous for its manyand varied shopping experiences,including local designers, outdoormarkets, international boutiques,comprehensive shopping centres anddepartment stores. The citys arcadesand laneways have specialist shopsselling everything from chocolate to
vintage and haute couture. For bargainshopping, check out the Queen VictoriaMarket, and for boutique shops, theParis End of Collins Street is a must.
OUTSIDE MELBOURNE
Melbourne is located in the state ofVictoria, which offers a wealth ofattractions. Many of Victorias uniqueareas and towns are easily accessible asday trips from Melbourne, including:
Great Ocean Road and scenic TwelveApostles
Thermal spas of Hepburn Springs
Penguin Parade on Phillip Island
Wineries of the Yarra Valley
Snowelds in VictoriasHigh Country
Healesville Sanctuary, where youcan meet some of Australias uniquenative animals.
Study in theheart of Melbourne
Aside from being the worlds most liveable city,
Melbourne is rated one of the most student-friendly cities in the world, along with Paris,
London and Boston.
Theworldsmost liveablecityQ
4th most student-friendlycity in the worldW
QEconomist Intelligence Unit, Global LiveabilityReport 2012
WQS Best Student Cities in the World 2012
MELBOURNE
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Learn fromthe bestAt Melbourne, youll learn from renowned
researchers and industry leaders who
are internationally recognised for their
outstanding achievements. Our academic
staff includes business, government and
community leaders as well as Nobel
Laureates and Rhodes Scholars.
Graduate withthe bestWe attract the highest calibre of graduate
students. Its not surprising that we have
a long list of distinguished alumni from
our graduate schools.
Were proud of our staff Professor Margaret Abernethy, IBM Community
and Government Award
Laureate Professor Peter Doherty, Nobel Prize inPhysiology or Medicine, 1996
Professor Ross Garnaut, Vice-Chancellors Fellowand Professorial Fellow in Economics
Dr Robin Gasser, Fulbright Senior Scholarship
Professor Trevor Kilpatrick, Eureka Prize forMedical Research
Professor Peter Singer, Laureate Professor
Professor Rod Tucker, Laureate Professor andDirector of the Institute for a Broadband-Enabled Society.
Our graduates go places Professor Elizabeth Blackburn, rst Australian
woman awarded a Nobel Prize; Nobel Prize inPhysiology or Medicine, 2009
Dr Ruth Bright (nee Ockenden, 1953), authored13 books on music therapy and co-founded theAustralian Music Therapy Association
Marita Cheng, 2012 Young Australian of the Yearand founder of Robogals
Professor Eric Reynolds AO, recipient of the IADR2011 Distinguished Scientist Award for BasicResearch in Periodontal Disease; developer of theremineralisation technology Recaldent TM
John Stocker, Company Director and formerChairman, CSIRO; former chief scientist of Australia
Mechai Viravaidya, founder and chairman ofthe Population and Community DevelopmentAssociation (Thailand).
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A world-standardeducation
Aligned with leading universities in Europe, North
America and Asia, the University of Melbourne continuesto attract the worlds nest scholars and students.
SOUGHT AFTER BYEMPLOYERS THEWORLD OVER
The University of Melbourne provides aworld-standard education on par withleading universities globally. Whenyou graduate from the University ofMelbourne youll be highly soughtafter by leading employers not just inAustralia but all over the world.
ANCHORED IN TRADITION,FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE
Only a few minutes from the centre ofMelbourne, the Universitys Parkvillecampus combines contemporaryarchitecture and sustainable designwith historic sandstone buildingsand many beautiful open spaces forstudents to enjoy. The campus islocated within a renowned knowledgeprecinct, which includes eight hospitals,
many leading research institutes anda wide range of knowledge-basedindustries.
The Southbank campus hosts theVictorian College of the Arts and partof the Melbourne Conservatorium ofMusic (which is primarily based at theParkville campus). It is centrally locatedwithin Melbournes cultural and artsprecinct, and sits alongside the NationalGallery of Victoria, Melbourne TheatreCompany, Melbourne Recital Centre,the Australian Ballet, Chunky Movedance company, the Arts Centre and
the Australian Centre for ContemporaryArt.
The University of Melbournes otherVictorian campuses specialise inforest ecosystem science, agriculture,horticulture, rural health and veterinaryscience. They are situated in Burnley,Creswick, Dookie, Shepparton andWerribee.
STATE-OF-THE-ART LEARNINGFACILITIES
As a student at Melbourne, youll haveaccess to the most up-to-date teachingand learning methods and facilities.Our eLearning studios are designed forcollaborative work in small groups andare equipped with the latest technology.
Youll also have access to dedicatedlearning spaces specically designedfor graduate study in diverse disciplines.Here are just a few examples:
The Law Moot Court, which trainsfuture lawyers in using technology topresent their cases
The Information Systems InteractionDesign, Evaluation and Analysis(IDEA) Laboratory, speciallydesigned for conducting computeruser-experience tests and interactionresearch
The worlds largest supercomputerfor life sciences research through theVictorian Life Sciences ComputationInitiative
The Bio21 Molecular Scienceand Biotechnology Institute, anadvanced facility that houses over400 scientists from the University,biomedical research institutes andindustry
The new IBM Global Lab, whichcombines research and developmentin a single organisation focused onaccelerating progress towards a
smarter planet The Victorian Comprehensive Cancer
Centre, a new $1 billion world-classcancer centre, which will incorporatemore than 30 000 square metres ofresearch space, and accommodateup to 1400 researchers and a clinicaltrials facility (due for completionby 2015)
The Centre for Spatial DataInfrastructures and LandAdministration, which undertakesworldwide research in land policy,land management, land information,spatial data and technical
applications.
Im in the right place
Its important in my studiesnot only to have classroomlearning, but the opportunityto see a living, working citywhere city planning hassucceeded. Melbourne hasconsistently been ranked as
one of the most liveable citiesin the world, providing me the
best opportunity to get a greateducation while living abroad.Nile Ledbetter
Master of Urban Planning
United States of America
#9in the worldfor graduateemployability
QS World University
Rankings 2012
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A wealth ofexperiences
The Melbourne experience is more than just lectures
and study sessions. Youll enjoy amazing newexperiences and meet new people from all over the
globe who will provide you with new perspectives.
HONE YOUR LEADERSHIPAND VOLUNTEERING SKILLS
The University of Melbourne encouragesyou to hone or develop your leadershipskills, and form connections withfellow students and the widercommunity. Highly valued by employers,volunteering is a great way to acquirenew skills and expand your network.
services.unimelb.edu.au/live
STUDY ABROAD ANDEXCHANGE
Studying overseas is a great way toimmerse yourself in a completelydifferent social, cultural and intellectualenvironment and get a truly internationalexperience during your studies.
As a student at Melbourne, you canstudy at some of the worlds most
prestigious institutions. Youll gain awhole new perspective on how yourdiscipline is practised elsewhere inthe world. Best of all, youll have anamazing time.
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BECOME A MEMBER OFTHE GRADUATE STUDENTASSOCIATION (GSA)
The GSA is the student representativebody for graduate students in theUniversity and is a great provider of
community and social activities.
www.gsa.unimelb.edu.au
HAVE FUN AND STAY FIT
With 41 sporting clubs, the MelbourneUniversity Sports Precinct is consideredamong the best in Melbourne. TheBeaurepaire Centre features a 25-metre,six-lane heated indoor lap pool anda large strength and tness gym thatoverlooks the athletics track and
sports eld. The Sports Centre housesfour dedicated group tness studios offering classes in everything fromYoga and Pilates to Cardio Box aswell as squash courts, massage andphysiotherapy services.
Other facilities available include LincolnSquare Fitness (with a gym and grouptness classes), the Alpine Lodge atMount Buller, and the Boat House alongthe Yarra River.
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JOIN A CLUB OR SOCIETYJoining a club on campus is a greatway to meet people who share yourinterests, and perhaps even to developsome new skills. There are more than150 clubs available, so theres bound tobe something for you. And if not, youcan always start your own!
union.unimelb.edu.au/clubs
ENJOY STUDENT UNIONEVENTS AND SERVICES
For over 130 years, the Student Unionhas been enhancing the dynamiccommunity life on campus at theUniversity of Melbourne. The StudentUnion is the representative body forall students, and provides cultural andsupport services as well as organisingactivities throughout the year.
union.unimelb.edu.au
Your Student Centre should beyour rst port of call for studyinformation and advice once youreenrolled. Student Centre staffcan help you with administrativeand transactional services suchas enrolment, fees, results,assessment, transcripts andstudent ID cards. They can alsoprovide individual advice on courseplanning, subject selection andpathways to future employment orfurther study.
The University has 15 StudentCentres, each one dedicated toproviding you with assistanceduring your time at Melbourne.
services.unimelb.edu.au/studentcentre
HELP FROM YOURSTUDENT CENTRE
150+student
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Get the Melbourne advantageAs a graduate student at the University of Melbourne, youll learn from industry
leaders and renowned researchers internationally recognised for their outstanding
achievements. With a strong focus and intensity of study, our graduate courses
prepare you to achieve your goals whether your next step is working in your chosen
profession, undertaking a graduate research degree or taking your established career
to a new level.
EARN A GRADUATEQUALIFICATION
In an increasingly competitive globalemployment market, a graduatequalication sets you apart as someonewho is looking to advance and lead, andhas the skills and knowledge to succeed.
START YOUR CAREERIN RESEARCH
Melbournes international reputation forresearch and education is unparalleled.On completing your graduate researchdegree, you will have acquired aninternationally respected qualicationand desirable skills that employersglobally will recognise and reward.
Postgraduate Destinations 2011,Graduate Careers Australia
Graduate students gofurther, faster
People with a graduate degree inAustralia earn $21 000 more per yearthan those with a bachelors degree.
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Graduate coursework degreesA graduate coursework qualication from Melbourne will set you up to become a
leader in your eld, and open up a wider range of career opportunities and increased
earning potential.
There are two types of graduate coursework degrees at Melbourne:
Graduate professional entry degrees
Graduate professional development degrees.
GRADUATE PROFESSIONALENTRY DEGREES
Graduate professional entry degreesfrom the University of Melbourneoffer intensive, focused study andprofessional knowledge, making youjob ready.
Designed with the needs ofinternationally mobile graduates inmind, these qualications are endorsedby the Australian government aspathways to professional employment inAustralia. Many are also recognised byprofessional bodies around the world.
On graduation, youll be awarded amasters qualication in your choseneld a higher level of qualicationthan youd gain studying a double orcombined bachelors degree at anotheruniversity.
Some examples of graduateprofessional entry degrees are the
Doctor of Medicine, the Juris Doctorand the Master of Teaching.
GRADUATE PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT DEGREES
Graduate professional developmentdegrees are ideal if youre already trainedin a particular area and are looking toadvance your knowledge through furthergraduate study. They can help you toincrease your earning potential, get apromotion or move into a new career.
Some examples of graduate professionaldevelopment degrees are the Master
of Business Administration (MBA)and the Master of Engineering ProjectManagement.
To view the extensive range of graduatecoursework degrees available, go to:
coursesearch.unimelb.edu.au
Coursework degrees are structuredcourses that have set classes andassignments. Some courseworkprograms may include a smallresearch project.
WHAT IS COURSEWORK?
If you completed your undergraduatedegree at Melbourne you may beguaranteed a place in a graduateprofessional entry degree. For moreinformation, go to:
futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/guaranteed-entry
GUARANTEED ENTRY INTOGRADUATE DEGREES
Our generous scholarships programcould provide you with nancialsupport to undertake graduatestudy. See pages 1621 for details.
SCHOLARSHIPS
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WHY DO A RESEARCHDEGREE?
A graduate research degree enables youto quench that thirst for knowledge inan area of research that most interestsyou. It allows you to delve deeply intoyour subject area and contribute distinctknowledge to your eld.
At Melbourne you will collaborate withworld-class researchers in your eldand develop key transferable skills whilemaking an original contributionto knowledge.
YOUR RESEARCHDEGREE OPTIONS
Our research degrees allow you to worktogether with academic mentors to tacklethe challenging issues facing the world.
For more information about graduateresearch degrees, go to:
futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/info/research
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)The Master of Philosophy is aninternationally recognised mastersdegree by research. It is designed todevelop advanced skills in carrying outindependent and sustained research.Youll write a thesis of between 30 000and 40 000 words.
The usual duration of the MPhil is oneand a half to two years, full time.
gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/handbooks/mphil/admission.html
Masters by ResearchMasters by Research degrees differfrom the MPhil in that they have acoursework component, along with ashorter thesis of approximately30 000 words. Check with the relevantfaculty or graduate school to see whichMasters by Research programs areavailable in your intended area of study.
The usual duration of the Masters byResearch is one to two years, full time.
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)Graduating with a Doctor of Philosophymarks your admission to the communityof scholars in your discipline.
The Melbourne PhD is awarded on thebasis of a thesis of approximately80 000 to 100 000 words, in which youreport on an independent, sustained
and academically supervised researchproject investigating a specialised topic.
Your research is expected to make asignicant new contribution to yourdiscipline. In some disciplines, creativework or performance may form part ofthe thesis.
Some PhDs at the Universityof Melbourne also incorporatecoursework, but all are assessed viaexternal examination of the researchthesis alone.
The usual duration of PhD study is three
years, full time.
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Melbourne helpedme excel
I did my PhD at Melbournebecause I wanted to excel,
and Melbourne has a longtradition of excellence in my
eld. My PhD supervisoris highly recognised
internationally and I enjoyedcollaborating with highly
regarded scientists. My studyhas certainly increased my
visibility in my research eldand consequently my career
opportunities.Dr Cinzia Cantacessi
Senior Research Scientist,
Queensland Tropical HealthAlliance at James Cook
University in Cairns
Doctor of Philosophy,Veterinary Parasitology
Chancellors Prize forExcellence in a PhD Thesis 2012
Italy
Graduateresearch degrees
Melbourne is a leading research-intensive university,
widely renowned for its teaching, advancement ofknowledge and innovation, and social and economic
contributions.
2nd largestresearch institutionin Australia, afterthe CSIRO
The CSIRO is the nationalgovernment body for scienticresearch in Australia.
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Supporting you inyour research
We are at the forefront of graduate research training,
offering comprehensive, diverse and innovative supportto assist you in becoming an effective researcher.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
In 2013, the Melbourne ScholarshipsProgram provided living allowancesand/or tuition fee scholarships tomore than 700 new graduate researchstudents.
Domestic students
The fees for many domestic graduateresearchers are funded by theAustralian Government via the ResearchTraining Scheme. For more information,go to page 116.
Australian Postgraduate Awards(APA) and Melbourne ResearchScholarships (MRS) provide an annualliving allowance, relocation grant forresearchers from interstate, a thesisallowance, and paid sick, maternity andparenting leave.
For more information and to ndother available scholarships fordomestic graduate research students,go to page 19.
International studentsIn 2013, more than 400 scholarshipswere available to international researchstudents. In addition, all internationalresearch students who are not alreadyreceiving funding, had their OverseasStudent Health Cover (OSHC) paid bythe University.Q
International Postgraduate ResearchScholarships (IPRS)provide 100 percent tuition fee remission. Successful
applicants will normally also receive anAPA, which provides a living allowanceand all accompanying benets.
Melbourne International ResearchScholarships (MIRS) provide a livingallowance, a relocation grant, thesisallowance, and paid sick, maternityand parenting leave, while MelbourneInternational Fee RemissionScholarships (MIFRS)cover 100 percent of tuition fees.
For more information and to nd otheravailable scholarships for internationalgraduate research students, go to
page 20.
To nd out more about researchscholarships, go to:
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research
PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
The Melbourne School of GraduateResearch (MSGR) provides researchtraining and professional development tograduate researchers, and offers extensiveprofessional development programs:
Orientation Workshop forGraduate ResearchersA comprehensive orientation event forall commencing research candidates.
UpSkillsA series of free workshops andseminars on topics such as researchcommunication, research skills, thesiswriting, conferences and careerdevelopment.
Thesis Boot CampGets you over that nal hurdle or
kick-starts your writing if it has stalled.
Graduate Research ePortfolio(GReP)Offers extensive online support at allstages of candidature.
3 Minute Thesis Competition(3MT)Present your thesis in three minutesfor a chance to win research travelscholarships and prizes.
Graduate Certicate inAdvanced Learning and
Leadership (GCALL)An advanced interdisciplinary programfocusing on leadership exclusively fordoctoral candidates.
Start of Career ResearchersSeriesWorkshops that support you withpractical advice on academic careerplanning, grant seeking, researchcommunication and publishing.
The Writing Centre for Scholarsand Researchers
Works with publishers, editorsand literary agents to assist you inpublishing for a non-specialist audience.
Find out more:
gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/programs
I adopted newideas and stylesof learning
The GCALL really openedmy mind to new ideas and
different styles of learning.The exposure to differentmodes of thought and so
many amazing people hasbeen incredible. Learning
how to network and to workeffectively within a group willhelp make any student moreemployable.Melina Glasson
Doctor of Philosophy,Chemistry
new graduate researchscholarships awarded in 2013
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Graduate courseworkscholarships
While graduate study is considered aninvestment into the future, the nancialcosts involved can seem daunting. Helpwith fees is available if you look around,so its worth checking what options areavailable.
A FEE-HELP loan is available for eligibleAustralian citizens and permanenthumanitarian visa holders to help withtuition fees. For more information, seepage 117.
The Melbourne Scholarships Programis one of the most generous andcomprehensive in Australia. It can alsoprovide you with the funding supportyou need throughout your study.
RECOGNITION WHEN YOUDESERVE IT, SUPPORT WHENYOU NEED IT
Graduate coursework scholarships are
awarded to students based on a rangeof criteria to high academic achievers,and to students in nancial need orexperiencing disadvantage.
Melbourne Scholarships have a strongcommitment to social inclusion, with anemphasis on equity.
Equity categories:
Primary care responsibilities forpreschool children
Primary care responsibilities forschool-aged children as a soleparent with limited access to outside
support Primary care responsibilities for a
disabled family member or dependant
Medical condition(s)
Relocation from a rural area to studyat the University of Melbourne
Female graduates of the Universityof Melbourne
Refugee background
Financial difculties.
Equity scholarships:
Graduate Access Melbourne Bursary
(see page 18) Eleanor and Joseph Wertheim
Scholarship
Irene and Arthur Kinsman Award forPostgraduate Studies
Sir Samuel Wadham Rural StudentsScholarship
Peter Reid Memorial Scholarship
Maisie Fawcett Scholarships.
Indigenous Scholarships
Benets
Depending on the scholarship awarded,benets may include:
Housing bursary
Book vouchers
Assistance with living costs
Monetary grants.
Eligibility
Australian Aboriginal of Torres StraitIslander
Meet the eligibility requirements ofthe scholarship.
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Future GenerationsScholarshipsFuture Generations Scholarships areawarded to students who have beenadmitted to one of a group of specicgraduate coursework programs, andwho will have difculty with their studyas a result of nancial constraints.
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/gradcoursework/local/future_gen_masters
Please note that the list of availablescholarships and the benet amountsmay vary from year to year.
For more information about eligibilitycriteria, benets, closing dates forapplications, and application forms,go to:
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad/local
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requirements vary, and havestrict closing dates. For moreinformation, visit the scholarshipswebsite:
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad
HOW TO APPLY
I can focus on mystudy, thanks to myscholarship
I was lucky enough to bethe recipient for both theEnvironmental Graduate StudyAward and the Rosemary
and Chris Lester Award. Thishas been of great benet asit has allowed me to devotemuch more time to studying
and exploring my academicinterests.Brigette Reid
Master of Environment
DomesticstudentsWe recognise the outstanding academic achievement of
students and commit to providing access to higher education
through a range of scholarships.
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OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
In addition to those featured herethere are many more scholarshipopportunities available:
Graduate School ScholarshipsMany graduate schools have specicscholarships and benets for thoseapplying to their courses. Check thewebsite of your preferred course formore information.
Residential CollegeScholarshipsThe Universitys residential collegesoffer a range of scholarships.
colleges.unimelb.edu.au/information/scholarships.html
Elite Athlete ScholarshipsWe support elite and emerging athleteswith exible study arrangements and a
range of nancial and in-kind assistancewith their studies and sportingendeavours.
sport.unimelb.edu.au/EliteAthlete
Travelling ScholarshipsA range of travelling scholarships,grants and awards are available if youwant to study overseas as part of yourdegree.
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad/local
Commonwealth ScholarshipsCentrelink offers and administersStart Up Scholarships and RelocationScholarships to eligible Centrelinkbenet recipients. These are paymentsmade to assist with costs of studyingand relocation.
humanservices.gov.au/customer/dhs/centrelink
Financial Aid GrantsA number of grants are available eachyear to assist students in nancial need.Applications usually close in March,
and any currently enrolled Universityof Melbourne student experiencingnancial need can apply.
services.unimelb.edu.au/naid
Scholarshipsfunded my travel
The forestry-relatedscholarships I received for mymasters were invaluable inhelping fund the Asia-Paciccourse that was required
as part of the NationalForestry Masters program,as well as allowing me to
travel interstate to take awinter subject at ANU. Theforestry scholarships alsosupported me throughout mytime travelling to and fromCreswick for my intensivesubjects, which is an integralpart of my Masters.Sarah Dickson-Hoyle
Master of Forest EcosystemScience
National Forestry MastersProgram mobility scholarship;Forestry Scholarship Fundscholarship; MelbourneGlobal grant
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Graduate AccessMelbourne
SPECIAL ENTRY ANDSCHOLARSHIP SCHEME
If youve completed an undergraduatedegree and have your sights set ongraduate study, Graduate AccessMelbourne may be able to give you thesupport you need.
Graduate Access Melbourne is theUniversitys graduate special entryand scholarship scheme it minimisesbarriers and broadens access forstudents facing particular challenges.
It can increase your chances of beingoffered a Commonwealth SupportedPlace, and you may even be eligible fora bursary.
If youre a domestic student whosepersonal circumstances have hada sustained adverse effect onyour academic achievement atundergraduate level, or youre a
member of a group under-representedin higher education, then you may beeligible for Graduate Access Melbourne.
MINIMISING BARRIERS ANDBROADENING ACCESS
You can apply under one or more ofthe following categories for GraduateAccess Melbourne support:
Disadvantaged socio-economiccircumstances
Rural or isolated background
Disability or chronic medical condition
Personal difculties Previous status as a refugee or
current holder of a humanitarian visa
Recognition as an IndigenousAustralian
Women in Engineering.
Check out the added benets
Increase your chances of beingaccepted
Entry into our graduate degrees iscompetitive. By applying throughGraduate Access Melbourne, youll
ensure that your circumstances willbe taken into consideration when yourapplication is assessed.
Enhance your chances ofsecuring a CommonwealthSupported Place (CSP)
Applying through Graduate AccessMelbourne can enhance your chances ofobtaining a Commonwealth SupportedPlace (CSP), which will greatly reducethe cost of your graduate studies.
Be considered for a scholarshipor bursary
If you applied for Graduate AccessMelbourne you are automaticallyconsidered for a Graduate AccessMelbourne Bursary or the MaisieFawcett Scholarship.
Graduate Access MelbournecoursesGraduate Access Melbourneapplications can be submitted insupport of a course application for most
graduate coursework degrees at theUniversity, including a range of graduateprofessional entry degrees. A full list ofrelevant courses is available at:
gradaccess.unimelb.edu.au
Graduate Access MelbourneeligibilityTo be eligible for Graduate AccessMelbourne you must:
Be an Australian or New Zealandcitizen or Australian permanentresident or holder of a permanenthumanitarian visa, and
Apply for a place in a participatinggraduate coursework program, and
Be eligible for one or more ofthe Graduate Access Melbourneapplication categories (seeinformation on the left), and
Have demonstrated the capacity tosuccessfully undertake the graduatedegree of your choice.
If you think you may be eligible you cansubmit a Graduate Access Melbourneapplication via:
futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/gradaccess/how-to-apply
20%of graduate CSPs reservedfor Graduate Access
Melbourne applicants
Graduate Access Melbourne
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DomesticstudentsThe University is committed to providing
education opportunities for students from
a range of backgrounds.
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The majority of our domestic graduate research students
receive funding through the Australian governments
Research Training Scheme, as well as a range of researchscholarships from the University.
SUPPORTING INNOVATIVERESEARCH WHERE ITSNEEDED
Australian Postgraduate Award(APA)
Benets
Living allowance ($24 653per annum)
Relocation grant
Thesis allowance
Paid sick and parenting leave.
Eligibility
Completed tertiary studies equivalentto at least a four-year honours degree atan Australian university with a minimumresult of rst-class honours.
Must have applied for, or be currentlyenrolled in, a graduate research degree(with at least 12 months full-time orequivalent candidature remaining).
Melbourne Research Scholarship
Benets
Living allowance ($24 653per annum)
Relocation grant
Thesis allowance
Paid sick and parenting leave.
Eligibility
Completed tertiary studies to at leasta four-year honours degree at anAustralian university with a minimumresult of second-class honours.
Must have applied for, or be currentlyenrolled in, a graduate research degree(with at least 12 months full-time orequivalent candidature remaining).
Fay Marles Scholarship
Benets
Living allowance ($24 653per annum)
Relocation grant
Thesis allowance
Paid sick and parenting leave.
Eligibility
Indigenous Australian descent and/orhave had tertiary studies adverselyaffected by personal circumstances.
Human Rights Scholarship
Benets
Living allowance ($28 000 per annum) Relocation grant
Thesis allowance
Paid sick and parenting leave.
Eligibility
Applicants must plan to undertakegraduate research studies in theeld of human rights and be able todemonstrate commitment to peacefuladvancement of respect for humanrights beyond academic studies alone.
Other graduate research
scholarshipsIf you have excellent researchpotential you may be eligible for otherscholarships made available throughgenerous bequests to the University,including:
AO Capell Scholarship, Stella MaryLangford Scholarship, and HenryJames Williams Scholarship
Helen Macpherson SmithScholarship
Fred Knight Research Scholarship
Sir John and Lady Higgins ResearchScholarship
Ernst & Grace Matthaei ResearchScholarship
Baillieu Research Scholarship
Elizabeth and Vernon PuzeyScholarships
William and Kate HerschellScholarship.
Scholarship allowances aboveindicate 2013 rates. Graduate researchscholarships and benets for domesticstudents may vary from year to year.Check available scholarships at:
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research
I receive supportthrough myscholarship
In transitioning from mymasters to my PhD, I was
awarded an Australian
Postgraduate Award. Thisscholarship supports me via aliving allowance throughout myexciting intellectual journey.Roland Padilla
Doctor of Philosophy
Computing and InformationSystems
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Graduate scholarships
The University of Melbourne values the contributions
made by our international graduate students and
researchers and is committed to supporting high-qualityapplicants through our range of scholarships and awards.
GRADUATE COURSEWORKSCHOLARSHIPS
International PostgraduateCoursework Award
Benets
25%100% tuition fee remission
Eligibility
An unconditional offer of a place at theUniversity of Melbourne in one of theapproved masters programs.
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad/international/ipca
Asian Development Bank Japan Scholarship
Benets
Annual $15 300 living allowance
100% tuition fee remission
Return economy airfare Research materials allowance
Health cover.
Eligibility
Applicants are nominated based ontheir country of origin, age, workexperience and a range of other criteria.
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad/international/adb
GRADUATE RESEARCHSCHOLARSHIPS
The University of Melbourne providesmore than 400 new living allowanceand/or fee remission scholarshipsfor international graduate researchstudents each year.
International PostgraduateResearch Scholarship
Benets
100% tuition fee remission
Overseas Student Health Cover(OSHC).
Eligibility
Unconditional course offer for entryinto research higher degree byrequired closing date
Completed tertiary studiesequivalent to four-year Australian
honours degree, including researchcomponent
First-class honours.
Melbourne InternationalResearch Scholarship
Benets
Living allowance (approximately$24 653 per annum)
Relocation grant
Thesis allowance
Paid sick and parenting leave.
Eligibility
Unconditional course offer for entryinto graduate research degree
Completed tertiary studiesequivalent to four-year Australianhonours degree, including researchcomponent
First-class honours
Minimum 12 months full-time studyremaining.
Internationalstudents
400international researchscholarships in 2013
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Im grateful for thesupport
I received the MelbourneInternational Fee Remission
Scholarship (MIFRS) andthe Melbourne InternationalResearch Scholarship (MIRS)to fund my PhD studies. TheMIFRS covers the tuition feesassociated with doing a PhD
as a full-time international
student and the MIRS is astipend, or living allowance,which supports you while youdo your PhD. The scholarshipsand conference funding I havereceived has really helped meto focus on what I need to do
for my PhD.Natassya Mohd Noor
Doctor of Philosophy
Pharmacology DepartmentMedicine Dentistry andHealth Sciences
Malaysia
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Melbourne International FeeRemission Scholarships
Benets
100% tuition fee remission
Eligibility
Unconditional course offer for entry
into graduate research degree
Completed tertiary studiesequivalent to four-year Australianhonours degree, including researchcomponent
First-class honours
Minimum 12 months full-timestudy remaining.
Human Rights Scholarship
Benets
Living allowance ($28 000per annum)
Eligibility
Applicants must plan to undertakegraduate research studies in theeld of human rights and be able todemonstrate commitment to peacefuladvancement of respect for humanrights beyond academic studies alone.
Graduate research scholarships andbenets for domestic students mayvary from year to year. Check availablescholarships at:
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research
OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
There are many more scholarshipsavailable in addition to those featuredhere. Visit the websites below forlistings and more information:
unimelb.edu.au/scholarships
jason.edu.au
Graduate School ScholarshipsMany graduate schools have specicscholarships and benets for thoseapplying to their courses. Check thewebsite of your preferred course formore information.
Residential CollegeScholarshipsThe Universitys residential collegesoffer a range of scholarships.
colleges.unimelb.edu.au/information/scholarships.html
Travelling ScholarshipsA range of travelling scholarships,grants and awards are available ifyou want to study overseas as part ofyour degree.
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/grad/local
services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/research/local/available/travelling
Scholarship application
requirements vary, and havestrict closing dates. For moreinformation, go to:
unimelb.edu.au/scholarships
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My scholarshipallowed me tochoose Melbourne
After completing my
bachelors degree in MusicTheory at the University ofChile, I wanted to pursuefurther studies in MusicTherapy. Since this eld isstill fully undeveloped inChile, I knew I had to study
overseas. Once I was granteda scholarship I chose theUniversity of Melbournebecause to my knowledge it is
the highest ranked universityaround the world offering a
Master of Music Therapy.Rodrigo Quiroga
Master of Music Therapy
Chilean GovernmentBicentennial Scholarship(Becas Chile)
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Housing options tosuit your needs
Melbourne boasts a range of housing options available
in or near our Parkville campus. Choose whats right for youand your lifestyle to make the most of your time here.
HOUSING ADVICE
The Universitys Student Housingservice provides information on therange of housing options available toyou. Our advisers can provide generalinformation on independent living andspecic advice about your rights andduties as a tenant under the Residential
Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic). You canalso download information about thesuburbs of Melbourne, temporaryaccommodation and tenancy law issues.
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing
FIND YOUR ACCOMMODATIONONLINE
You can search for housingadvertisements on the Universitysonline database, which is managed byStudent Housing. Check out the listingsof available housing options, such asshare houses, hostels (rooming houses),homestay and vacant properties.
housing.unimelb.edu.au
BUDGETING MADE EASY
Preparing a budget will help youdetermine what you can afford to spendon rent and other living costs. TheStudent Services Financial Aid websiteprovides useful tips on calculating yourbudget, and information on housinggrants, loans and other entitlements.
services.unimelb.edu.au/naid
A GUIDE TO HOUSING OPTIONS AND COSTS IN MELBOURNECosts indicated here should be used as a guide only.
Residential collegesThere are 12 colleges for graduatestudents, located on the Parkvillecampus or a short walk away. Thecolleges provide a unique atmospherefor graduate students, and includeacademic and pastoral support. Eachcollege has facilities such as 24-hourlibraries and IT labs, music practicerooms and other common areas.Graduate students have a wide choiceof different accommodation at thecolleges, including apartments andmore traditional single rooms. All meals,as well as a wide range of activities toget involved in, are included in the fees.
See page 24 for more information.
Lease: 3552 weeks
Meals:Included
Average weekly cost:$330$520Q
(including meals, academic supportand utilities). Financial assistanceavailable to many graduate studentsthrough scholarships, bursaries andemployment (see page 24).
Cooking:Generally no
Furnished:Yes
Shared bathroom: Some
Utilities included:Yes
Intercollegiate Ofce
+61 3 9347 9320
enquiries@colleges.unimelb.edu.au
colleges.unimelb.edu.au
Q 2013 rates shown.
Student apartmentsStudent apartments are often designedspecically for students and can bequite modern. Different apartmentstyles are available, for example studio,one bedroom or two bedrooms. Theapartments are generally self-contained,but communal space is usuallyavailable. The gures below apply toone-bedroom apartments.
Lease: 52 weeks
Meals: Sometimes meal plans maybe offered
Average weekly rent: $300$360
Cooking:Yes
Furnished:Yes
Shared bathroom: No
Utilities included:Sometimes checkwith the apartment administration
regarding which utilities are included inyour rent
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing/moving-to-melbourne/apartments
residential collegeson or near Parkville campus
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Student hostelsStudent hostels provide single (orshared) rooms with communal livingspaces. Student hostels are differentfrom backpacker hostels, as they offerlonger-term housing specically forstudents. Hostel providers may alsoorganise social activities for residents.The gures below apply to rooms forsingle occupancy.
Lease:52 weeks
Meals:Sometimes meal plans maybe offered
Average weekly rent: $189$227
Cooking:Yes
Furnished:Yes
Shared bathroom:Most hostels conrm with hostel administration
Utilities included: Most hostels
check with the hostel regarding whichutilities are included in your rent
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing/moving-to-melbourne/hostels
Share housing (with at leastone other)Rental properties can be leased from alandlord or real-estate agent. You canmove into an already established sharehouse, or set one up with friends or
acquaintances. Living with co-tenantsis usually the most affordable housingoption as many of the costs can beshared. The gures below are perperson and are based on share housingin a three-bedroom property.
Before booking online, it is advised youinspect the housing rst.
Lease: 52 weeks
Meals:No
Average weekly rent:$190$230(within 3 km of Parkville campus)
$155$220 (within 6 km of Parkville
campus)$83$93 (regional areas)
Cooking:Yes
Furnished:Some homes check withthe landlord/real estate agent/sharehousehold
Shared bathroom: Some homes check with the landlord/real estateagent/share household
Utilities included: No
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing/moving-to-melbourne/share
HomestayHomestay or private board meansyou live with a family, a couple orsingle person in their own home. Eachsituation is different and can includepart board (accommodation only), fullboard (accommodation plus meals) orboard in exchange for household duties.
Lease:Variable length
Meals: Included (full board only)
Average weekly rent: $240$300(full board)
Cooking:Yes
Furnished:Yes
Shared bathroom:Most homes conrm with homestay provider
Utilities included:Most homes conrm with homestay provider
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing/moving-to-melbourne/homestay
Student Housing
+61 3 8344 6550
housing-info@unimelb.edu.au
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing
Further cost of living informationcan be found on the StudentServices Financial Aid webpage:
services.unimelb.edu.au/naid/planning/cost_of_living
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A COMPLETE UNIVERSITYEXPERIENCE
For graduate students, the residentialcolleges provide not only a placeto live convenient to the Parkvillecampus, but a complete learningexperience that will enhance yourgraduate studies. Graduates are offeredseminars, small tutorials tailored to theircourses, mentoring, and networkingopportunities as part of their residency.
The colleges give graduate studentsthe opportunity to be as involved incollege life as they wish, and often havegraduate-specic events in additionto whole-college activities as part of avibrant social, sporting and academicprogram.
Graduates can also become seniormembers of leadership groups,mentor younger students, and can
even become tutors to reduce fees.Attending a residential college canopen doorways in a graduatescareer, a unique aspect of the collegeexperience.
YOUR HOME
The colleges offer a wide range ofpurpose-built graduate accommodationonly a stones throw away from theUniversity, including single en suiterooms, self-contained ats and sharedapartments and houses with othergraduate students. Many of these havebeen very recently built.
All colleges have both male andfemale residents who come to collegefrom a diverse range of backgroundsand locations. Residents mostly dinetogether in their colleges dining hall, agreat place for the community to cometogether, and for taking a break fromthe days studies.
All rooms are fully furnished, andhave internet and phone connections.Communal areas include music rooms,sporting and recreational areas, librariesand IT labs, many of which are open 24/7.
Typically, college residence is for 35to 52 weeks a year, with studentsdifferent study periods taken intoconsideration. Some colleges offerlimited accommodation suitable tocouples and families.
HOW TO APPLY
Students thinking about applying fora college place are encouraged tovisit each colleges website, to checkwhich of the colleges offer the kindof graduate experience the student islooking for. When applying, studentschoose one college as their rstpreference, and list the rest in order ofpreference, to ensure the best chance
of receiving a place.
SCHOLARSHIPS ANDFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The colleges aspire to make the collegeexperience accessible to all and will offerover $3.5 million in scholarships andbursaries in 2013. Financial assistanceusually takes the form of a reductionin fees. Employment opportunities,including tutoring and mentoring,can substantially assist with costs ofresidence.
colleges.unimelb.edu.au/information/scholarships.html
NON-RESIDENTIAL COLLEGEMEMBERSHIP
Students who are already living off-campus or prefer a different style ofaccommodation can still reap thebenets of college life with a non-residential college membership. Half thecolleges offer this option, which allowsmembers to participate in social events,academic programs including tutorials,and be a part of the college community.More information on the non-resident
programs is available on our website.
Residential collegeson your doorstep
Graduate students at the residential colleges are part of
a uniquely supportive academic community, while livingright near the Universitys Parkville campus.
I loved living atOrmond College!
The thing I enjoyed mostabout college life was the
graduate community I sharedit with. I was able to interacton a daily basis with other
graduate students from a wide
range of disciplines includinghuman medicine, law,
economics and public health,many of whom I am still in
contact with.Carolyn Malinowski
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
United States of America
Intercollegiate Ofce
The ofce can assist with queriesor facilitate tours at any time ofthe year.
+61 3 9347 9320
enquiries@colleges.unimelb.edu.au
colleges.unimelb.edu.au
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$3.5millionin nancial assistancefor college residents in 2013
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Support throughoutyour studies
The University of Melbourne offers one of the most
comprehensive student support networks in Australia.SERVICE DIRECTORY
If youre looking for help but dont know where to start, try the Student Services Finder:
services.unimelb.edu.au/nder
STUDENT SERVICES
Academic Skills
Services to assist you in developingacademic and English language skills.
services.unimelb.edu.au/asu
Careers & Employment
Expert, up-to-date careers adviceand information.
careers.unimelb.edu.au
Chaplaincy
Pastoral and spiritual careand condential support andencouragement to all students andstaff, whatever their faith.
services.unimelb.edu.au/chaplains
Childrens ServicesTwo University-operated day carecentres for children of studentsand staff.
services.unimelb.edu.au/childcare
Counselling and PsychologicalServices
Free, condential counselling.
services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel
Diagnostic English LanguageAssessment (DELA)
Diagnostic tool that identies theacademic language skills you mayneed to develop further in order toexcel in your studies.
services.unimelb.edu.au/academicskills/services/dela
Disability Liaison
Advice, information and servicesto reduce the impact of health anddisability-related issues.
services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Eye Care Clinic
Glasses and contact lenses atsignicantly reduced costs forstudents.
www.university-eyecare.org.au
Financial Aid
Support with nancial issues relevantto students, including interest-freeloans, Centrelink advice and cost-of-living estimates.
services.unimelb.edu.au/naid
Graduate Centre
A dedicated centre for graduatestudents which houses the GraduateStudent Association, the Melbourne
School of Graduate Research,computer facilities, study carrels andkitchens.
www.gsa.unimelb.edu.au/graduatecentre
Health Service
Comprehensive bulk-billing health servicefor students and their dependants.
services.unimelb.edu.au/health
International Student Services(ISS)
Services and programs for
international students and theirfamilies, including:
Online pre-departure briengs
Orientation events
Emergency contact for family orrelatives
Student support
Visa and migration advice
Language support for partners
Networking opportunities withfellow students.
services.unimelb.edu.au/international
facebook.com/ISSunimelb
See page 125.
Library
One of the largest in Australia, theUniversity of Melbourne Libraryoperates in 12 locations and offers
extensive services, facilities andstudy spaces.
library.unimelb.edu.au
Melbourne University Sport
Broad range of professional healthand wellness services in modern,fully equipped facilities.
sport.unimelb.edu.au
Murrup Barak MelbourneInstitute for IndigenousDevelopment
Range of social and academicsupport services for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander students.
murrupbarak.unimelb.edu.au
Security
Promotes personal safety and theftprevention. A 24-hour security escortservice is available to all students.
pcs.unimelb.edu.au/services_and_requests/security_and_access
Student Housing
Information about housing optionsand services. See pages 2223.
services.unimelb.edu.au/housing
Student Union
Wide range of cultural andextracurricular activities as wellas support services for students,including advocacy and legal.
union.unimelb.edu.au
Our libraries
3.6 mil.Books and other items
12 20languages
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Graduate schoolsand coursesBusiness 27
Dentistry 36
Design 40
Education 44
Engineering 51
Environmental Programs 56
Health Sciences 58
Humanities and Social Sciences 62
Information Technology 69
Land and Environment 72
Law 78
Medicine 84
Music 89
Population and Global Health 93
Psychology 96
Science 98
Veterinary Science 102
Visual Arts, Performing Artsand Music 106
Plan your studiesThe University of Melbournes graduate schools boast an extensive courseoffering, with more than 270 graduate programs.
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ASIA-PACIFICS HUB FORBUSINESS AND ECONOMICSEDUCATION
Melbourne Business School (MBS) isa globally leading centre for businesseducation, executive development,research and innovation. Our graduatesare highly employable, with strongtechnical capabilities and the abilityto creatively apply knowledge toreal-world challenges. Since offeringAustralias rst MBA in 1963, MBShas provided high-quality learningexperiences and cutting-edge businessopportunities and outcomes. At thedawn of the Asian century we areideally positioned as the foremosteducator for business and economicsleadership development in not just ourregion, but the world.
MBS is committed to providing youwith a dynamic and well-resourced
learning environment. Our coursework,
PhD and research masters programsare designed to enhance your careeropportunities, build your leadership skillsand enable you to make a signicantcontribution in your eld of study.
Students choose MBS for manyreasons, including:
The classroom experience ispractical, relevant and challenging our teaching approach incorporatessyndicate learning, case studies,regular assessments, and immersionin real-life industry projects
Our academics are active in research,consulting and public policy
Our purpose-built facilities arestaffed by dedicated career andstudent support service advisers.As a student you will enjoy accessto modern lecture theatres, groupstudy rooms and dedicated studentlounges
Our student associations andspecialised student clubs organisesocial and professional functions,creating a friendly campus culturethat encourages networkingand provides a holistic programexperience
Powerful networks of global alumni
provide strong links to corporateemployers. Our alumni programcultivates professional networks,supports continuous learning,provides career resources andenhances the value of your degree inways that will benet you throughoutyour entire career.
Our diverse structure, incorporatingprograms for those early in their careerthrough to senior professionals, ourworld-class teaching standards and ourcommitment to our alumni ensure thatMBS is a truly international school with
a global impact.
MelbourneBusiness School
Secure a world-class business experience.
Using real-life
examples for classlearning
I enjoy grappling withbusiness and marketing issues
in class that are taken from real-
life examples. You are able touse your own work experienceto consolidate the knowledge
gained from weekly readings
and class discussions.Lauren Zoric
Arts and EntertainmentPublicist
Graduate Certicate inCommunication and
Customer Strategy
World-class MBA programsMBS has long been ranked among the best MBA programs in the worldby leading international publications, including The Economistand theFinancial Times.
The MBA fosters the highest level of leadership, and gives students theskills they need to shape the future and address the critical issues facedby managers. MBS graduates have an understanding of global businessissues, strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to
think analytically and strategically.
Our MBA is academically rigorous and gives students the freedom tocustomise their program based on career aspirations. The core subjectsdevelop student knowledge and understanding of the many functions ofbusiness operations, while electives allow students to maintain a broadfocus or to concentrate on a preferred specialisation.
There is no typical MBA student at MBS and no standard career path forour graduates. Selection into the program supports academic industry,and cultural diversity. Students come from different countries around theglobe, and bring diverse backgrounds, work histories, industry knowledgeand life experiences with them. However, our MBA students do have somecommon attributes the motivation to succeed, the ability to providemeaningful contributions in the classroom and the desire to transform theirlife and become global business leaders.
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YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE
MBS offers you a global experience,with students, alumni, faculty andorganisations coming together fromaround the world. Our students bringdiverse backgrounds, work histories,industry knowledge and life experienceswith them in the classroom, creating a
dynamic learning environment.
At MBS you will benet from:
Industry integration
Local and global internship andbusiness practicum opportunities
International exchange opportunitieswith business schools aroundthe world, such as HEC Schoolof Management (Paris, France),Erasmus University (Rotterdam,Netherlands), NYU Stern Schoolof Business (USA) and the LondonSchool of Economics and Political
Science (UK) depending on program Access to a range of specialist
libraries including the newlycompleted, state-of-the-art GiblinEunson library, as well as unlimitedaccess to the entire range of HarvardBusiness Publishing educationmaterials.
GLOBAL ALUMNI NETWORK
When you join MBS you becomea lifetime member of our alumnicommunity. The alumni program atMBS cultivates professional networks,
supports continuous learning, providescareer resources and enhances thevalue of your degree.
Our diverse structure, world-classteaching standards and commitment toour alumni ensure that MBS is a trulyinternational school with global impact.
Melbourne allowsme to growprofessionally
Studying at such anestablished and recognised
institution as the MelbourneBusiness School means I not
only grow professionally bylearning from a distinguished
faculty that are rich in
experience and focused on21st century managementcompetencies, I also get tojoin a growing diverse andglobal network of professionalgraduates.Cheryl Tan
Master of BusinessAdministration
Singapore
I gain careerdevelopmentopportunities
I enjoy the opportunities thatare available to me throughthis course. The support andmentoring I receive from thetutors and professional staff
is something I value. Studyingthis course has claried mycareer development an