Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching and engagement. It’s consistently ranked among the leading universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities placing it as number 1 in Australia and number 32 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2017-2018).

The following subjects are ranked in the world’s top 20 by the 2020 QS rankings:

• Law and legal studies
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Education and Training
• Engineering – Civil and Structural
• Accounting and Finance
• Development Studies
• Geography
• Performing Arts
• Veterinary Science
• Sociology
• Anthropology
• Architecture
• Arts & Humanities
• Engineering – Mineral & Mining
• Medicine
• Social Policy & Administration
• Social Sciences and Management
• English Language and Literature
• Psychology
  
  

The beauty of our curriculum lies in its essential flexibility. This means your Melbourne experience is yours to shape. Today’s competitive job market and workplaces demand graduates who are skilled and resilient. In a world where careers and industries are evolving at lightning speed, your independent and innovative thinking will set you apart from the rest.

Consistently ranked the world’s most liveable city, Melbourne is safe, fun and multicultural. The city has international ties to research and industry, including science, agriculture, government, commerce and the arts. We’re part of the fabric of Melbourne and Victoria, giving you invaluable opportunities to engage with organisations through internships with business and community groups, applied research projects and overseas study groups

Our distinctive Melbourne experience helps graduates become well-rounded, thoughtful and skilled professionals – making a positive impact across the globe.  To compete on the world stage, you need a world-standard education. At the University of Melbourne, you’ll gain an internationally recognised degree that will open doors to an outstanding future.