Overview

Students are able to the take the first step to a successful career at Charles Sturt University. In addition, they will experience a new culture, and join the university in its mission to create a world worth living in. The university prides itself on supporting students from the moment they arrive.

The university has hundreds of courses across five campuses, with graduates from the institution finding employment significantly faster than any other Australian university. By studying in a regional area, students could be eligible for extended post-study work rights.

Charles Sturt University offers flexible learning options that fit in with students’ lives, not rule it.  Students can study online from wherever they are in the world, on-campus in Australia, or at one of many partner institutions. In addition, the university have study abroad and exchange programs available. Whichever option students choose to study with, the university is there to make sure that they are supported every step of the way.

Charles Sturt University’s NSW campuses are located in some of Australia's fastest growing regional cities: Albury-Wodonga, Bathurst, Canberra, Orange, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga. Charles Sturt campuses are safe, close-knit communities. They offer a unique study experience with the benefits of a regional lifestyle.

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Finance

Scholarships

he University of Melbourne offers more than 1,200 scholarships for new and current students. The scholarships range from those awarded on merit, to others which assist with living expenses or enable students to travel the globe.

Some support the whole course or allow students to explore a specific interest. The many prizes, grants and bursaries on offer help students get the most out of their time at the university. These are awarded to continuing students at different points in their studies. There are prizes for academic achievement, grants to undertake volunteering or leadership activities and bursaries to ease financial pressure so students can focus on their studies.

As part of the university’s commitment to supporting the global student community, the number of international student scholarships has been increased.

The Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship is offered to all international students undertaking an undergraduate degree. All applicants will be automatically assessed for the scholarship, which provides either a:

• AUD 10,000 tuition fee remission in the first year of an undergraduate degree
• 50 percent fee remission for the three-year duration of an undergraduate degree, or
• 100 percent fee remission for the three-year duration of an undergraduate degree

Graduate Scholarships

These are offered to high-achieving international students with one-off AUD 5,000 or AUD 10,000, or 25 to 100 percent fee remissions for the duration of the course.

Gautam's experience

Gautam is an international student from Thailand, studying a Bachelor of Science. As a recipient of an International Undergraduate Scholarship, he says, “It has not only been an immense financial help for my family, but it has also provided me with the ease of mind to pursue my Bachelor of Science to the best of my abilities.”

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Eligibility

Entry requirements

The following are the entry requirements for international students to the University of Melbourne:

Undergraduate degrees

Students applying to undergraduate programs at the University of Melbourne need to have:

• completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or an equivalent overseas qualification
• met any additional requirements, such as prerequisite tests or subjects, portfolios and auditions for application to their preferred undergraduate degree

Graduate degrees

A graduate coursework degree typically comes after undergraduate studies. The process includes selecting a graduate coursework degree, meeting entry requirements, understanding tuition fees, applying with Melbourne, receiving an offer, and enrolling as a student.

Those wishing to do a doctorate need to have undertaken study at the honours and master’s level in their chosen discipline. Other qualifications and work experience are also considered.

English requirements

International students from a non-English speaking background need to meet the University of Melbourne’s English language requirements to be considered for entry.

Students can meet the English language requirement in a number of ways, depending on their circumstances. Tests that are deemed valid to determine English proficiency include the IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English (academic tests) or Cambridge English, Advanced/Certificate in Advanced English (CAE).

Campus and facilities

Accommodation

At the University of Melbourne, students can explore a wide range of accommodation options to suit different budgets and lifestyles. Living in student accommodation allows students to be part of a vibrant community and savour the residential experience offered by the university, while being well looked after by dedicated staff.

There are two categories to choose from: university accommodation, which is university-owned and partnered, and residential colleges. All options are close to campus, secure and have different amenities and recreational facilities. The university guarantees a place for all international students and if plans change beyond their control or they don’t receive an offer, students are not locked into an accommodation agreement.

Student accommodation at the University of Melbourne has become a home away from home for countless students from all around Australia and the world. Student accommodation in the university’s residential communities is safe, welcoming and educationally enriching residential communities. From fun social events to study support, students will connect with a network of peers as they experience the best of campus life and beyond.

Campuses

• The University of Adelaide College

  Address: 132 Grenfell Street, ADELAIDE, South Australia, 5000, ADELAIDE, Australia

• Melbourne Campus

  Address: 370 Docklands Drive, DOCKLANDS, Victoria, 3008, MELBOURNE, Australia