Application process

Graduate coursework

Graduate degrees typically come after your undergraduate studies. Each course has minimum entry scores, requirements, subject prerequisites, fees and scholarships attached to it. You can find these on each course page. Please note that this page only provides general information about graduate coursework applications, we advise you look into the specific entry requirements for your desired course. You can also find additional information about application processes on the University's coursework study page.

Important things to consider

You will need to meet minimum eligibility to apply for graduate coursework courses, including specific course requirement, subject prerequisites and English language requirements.

Many courses require you to submit copies of relevant documents for your application to be considered. If you are applying for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander specific pathway, you will need to supply Murrup Barak with documents confirming your eligibility.

Early application is recommended for graduate degrees. If you are currently a student, you can apply for a graduate coursework degree through your student account. If you will be enrolling as a new student, you can apply online here. Make sure you apply by relevant cut off dates for graduate applications.

As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicant, you are eligible to apply for Graduate Access Melbourne, which is the University's equity program for domestic graduate students.

Graduate research

To apply for graduate research courses at Melbourne, you need to choose a research area, check that you meet entry requirements, then apply directly with the University of Melbourne. We have world-class researchers who alongside your peers, will study in an environment focused on research impact and relevance. Research programs are designed so you can pursue your passion and develop your career.

For some of our research degrees, you will need to find a research supervisor before applying. The University's Find an Expert website can help you search for a supervisor.

Please note that this page only provides general information about graduate research applications, we advise you look into the specific entry requirements for your desired course. You can also find additional information about application processes on the University's graduate research page.

Important things to consider

You will need to meet minimum eligibility to apply for graduate coursework courses, including specific course requirement, subject prerequisites and English language requirements.

Applications for the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music, Melbourne Law School, Medicine, Dental Surgery and Teaching also have alternative application processes. If you are interested in research with any of these study areas, we suggest to check out their respective websites.

Many courses require you to submit copies of relevant documents for your application to be considered. If you are applying for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander specific pathway, you will need to supply Murrup Barak with documents confirming your eligibility.

If you are currently a student, you can apply for a graduate coursework degree through your student account. If you will be enrolling as a new student, you can apply online here. Make sure you apply by relevant cut off dates for graduate applications.

As an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicant, you are eligible to apply for Graduate Access Melbourne, which is the University's equity program for domestic graduate students.