Course

Accounting & Finance

Offered by Faculty of Business and Economics

QS Accounting & Finance

QS Accounting & Finance Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Faculty of Business and Economics is consistently ranked as Australia's top finance programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong finance and economics reputation
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Finance: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $56,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above). GMAT/GRE may be required for some programmes.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across consulting, banking, and corporate Australia. Strong links with Melbourne's finance and professional services sector.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in economics, finance, and accounting. Active Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.

Course

Business & Management

Offered by Melbourne Business School / Faculty of Business and Economics

QS Business & Management

QS Business & Management: Top 50 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13 (Australia's Best)

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Faculty of Business and Economics is consistently ranked as Australia's top business school, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong finance and economics reputation
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Management: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $56,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above). GMAT/GRE may be required for some programmes. Personal statement and references.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across consulting, banking, and corporate Australia. Strong links with Melbourne's finance and professional services sector.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in economics, finance, and organisational behaviour. Active Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.

Course

MBA

Offered by MBS

QS Global MBA Ranking

QS Global MBA Rank: Top 50 in the World (2026) — Australia's highest-ranked MBA

Melbourne Business School is consistently ranked Australia's top MBA programme, affiliated with the University of Melbourne and based in the world's most liveable city, with a strong general management and leadership focus.

Key advantages

Australia's top-ranked MBA programme
Affiliated with #1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong general management and leadership curriculum
Extensive employer partnerships
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: MBA: 1 year (full-time, accelerated)2 years (part-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $95,000 – $110,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: January and July intakes (varies by format)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record, minimum 3–5 years' work experience, GMAT/GRE score (or waiver), essays, and interview.
Average Work Experience: Average 6–8 years of work experience; typical class age 30–32
GMAT / GRE Requirement: GMAT: average 620+ (or GRE/Executive Assessment accepted; waivers available for experienced candidates)

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's consulting, banking, and corporate sectors. Strong links with Melbourne's finance and professional services sector.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Small, close-knit MBA cohort with strong faculty access.

Research strengths

Research in leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurship. Active Melbourne Business School Centre for Business Analytics.

Course

Marketing

Offered by Faculty of Business and Economics

QS Marketing

QS Marketing Rank: Top 50 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Faculty of Business and Economics is consistently ranked as Australia's top marketing programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong consumer behaviour and brand strategy research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Marketing: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $46,000 – $52,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in any discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's FMCG, retail, and consulting sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in consumer behaviour, digital marketing, and brand strategy.

Course

Economics

Offered by Faculty of Business and Economics

QS Economics

QS Economics Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Faculty of Business and Economics is consistently ranked as Australia's top economics programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong macroeconomics and public policy research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Economics: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $46,000 – $52,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Economics or a related quantitative discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's public policy, banking, and corporate sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in macroeconomics, public policy, and applied econometrics. Active Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.

Course

Architecture

Offered by Melbourne School of Design

QS Architecture & Built Environment

QS Architecture & Built Environment Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne's Melbourne School of Design is Australia's top-ranked architecture school, achieving strong global recognition, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong design and urban studies research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Architecture: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $46,000 – $52,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Architecture or a related discipline. Portfolio required.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's architecture, urban design, and construction sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb, award-winning campus facilities (MSD building) and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in urban design, sustainable architecture, and digital design. Located in an award-winning purpose-built design school.

Course

Chemical Engineering

Offered by Department of Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering Rank: Top 30 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Department of Chemical Engineering is consistently rated Australia's top chemical engineering programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong process engineering and biotechnology research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Engineering (Chemical): 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $54,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's process industries, energy, and consulting engineering sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in process engineering, biotechnology, and sustainable manufacturing.

Course

Civil Engineering

Offered by Department of Infrastructure Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering Rank: Top 30 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Department of Infrastructure Engineering is consistently rated Australia's top civil engineering programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong infrastructure engineering research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Engineering (Civil): 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $54,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's construction, infrastructure, and consulting engineering sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in infrastructure engineering, geotechnics, and structural systems.

Course

Electrical Engineering

Offered by Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering Rank: Top 40 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is consistently rated among Australia's top programmes, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong signal processing and photonics research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Engineering (Electrical): 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $54,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's telecommunications, energy, and consulting engineering sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in signal processing, photonics, and power systems.

Course

Mechanical Engineering

Offered by Department of Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering Rank: Top 30 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its Department of Mechanical Engineering is consistently rated Australia's top mechanical engineering programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong biomechanics and robotics research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Engineering (Mechanical): 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $54,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's manufacturing, energy, and consulting engineering sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in biomechanics, robotics, and thermofluids. Active Melbourne School of Engineering research centres.

Course

Biomedical Science

Offered by School of Biomedical Sciences

QS Biological Sciences

QS Biological Sciences Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its School of Biomedical Sciences is consistently rated Australia's top biomedical science programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong immunology and infectious disease research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Biomedical Science: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $44,000 – $50,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Biomedical Science or a related discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's biomedical research, biotech, and healthcare sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in immunology, infectious disease, and cancer biology. Located within Melbourne's biomedical precinct.

Course

Nursing

QS Nursing

QS Nursing Rank: #29QS World Rank: #13 (Australia's Best)

QS Nursing Rank #29 globally. Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026). The Melbourne School of Health Sciences delivers nursing programmes at the highest research standard. Excellent collaboration with Melbourne Health (Royal Melbourne Hospital).

Key advantages

#29 Globally for Nursing
#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Royal Melbourne Hospital partnership
World-class research environment
Melbourne — most liveable city
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Nursing: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $45,000 – $52,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 7.0 (no band below 7.0)TOEFL iBT: 94PTE: 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Nursing with strong academic record. AHPRA registration. Relevant clinical experience. References and personal statement.

Employability & placement

Strong employment links with Melbourne Health and other major Victorian health networks. High graduate employment. PR pathway available.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated the world's most liveable city. University of Melbourne has superb facilities. High student satisfaction across the board.

Research strengths

Research in mental health, aged care, palliative nursing, and nursing education. Active Melbourne Academic Centre for Health (MACH).

Course

Pharmacy

Offered by Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences — Pharmacy

QS Pharmacy & Pharmacology

QS Pharmacy & Pharmacology Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026), offering a highly regarded Master of Pharmacy within its Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong clinical pharmacy training partnerships
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Pharmacy: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $48,000 – $56,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Pharmacy or a related science.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's hospital pharmacy, community pharmacy, and pharmaceutical industry sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in pharmaceutical practice, clinical pharmacology, and medicines policy.

Course

Psychology

Offered by Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences

QS Psychology

QS Psychology Rank: Top 30 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its School of Psychological Sciences is consistently rated Australia's top psychology programme, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong clinical and cognitive psychology research
Extensive clinical placement partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Psychology: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $44,000 – $50,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in Psychology (APAC-accredited preferred). Personal statement and references required.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across clinical psychology registration pathways, research, and applied psychology roles.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and developmental science. Active Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences research centres.

Course

Law (LLM)

Offered by Melbourne Law School

QS Law

QS Law Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

Melbourne Law School rejoined the global top 10 in the Times Higher Education Law rankings 2026, and is consistently ranked Australia's top law school (QS 2026), based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

Rejoined global top 10 (THE Law 2026)
#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong international and commercial law research
Extensive employer partnerships
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of Laws (LLM): 1 – 1.5 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $46,000 – $52,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Law or related field with strong academic record (typically credit average or above).

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's top law firms, judiciary, and international organisations.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in international law, commercial law, and human rights. Active Melbourne Law School research centres.

Course

International Relations

Offered by School of Social and Political Sciences

QS Politics & IR

QS Politics & IR Rank: Top 40 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #13

The University of Melbourne is Australia's #1 ranked university overall (QS 2026) and its School of Social and Political Sciences is consistently rated among Australia's top programmes, based in the world's most liveable city.

Key advantages

#1 university in Australia (QS 2026)
Melbourne — repeatedly rated world's most liveable city
Strong global governance and diplomacy research
Extensive employer partnerships
Highly research-active faculty
Prestigious global brand

Programme & duration: Master of International Relations: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. AUD $44,000 – $50,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: February (S1) and July (S2)
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 – 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0)TOEFL iBT: 79 – 94PTE: 58 – 65
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong academic record (typically credit average or above) in any discipline.

Employability & placement

Excellent graduate outcomes across Australia's diplomatic services, international organisations, and policy sectors.

Student experience

Melbourne is consistently rated among the world's most liveable cities. Superb campus facilities and a large international community.

Research strengths

Research in global governance, international security, and diplomacy.

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