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University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne is not only located in the world’s most liveable city, but is also consistently ranked as one of the top two universities in Australia and within the top 50 in the world. Here students are challenged in the classroom with leading programs and innovative methods while experiencing big city life near Melbourne’s Central Business District. Outside of studying, discover all that Melbourne has to offer – from its vibrant arts scene, to exciting cafe culture and everything in between.
Overview
Study at one of the top three universities in the country, ranked in the top 50 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings 2019)
Enjoy the Melbourne lifestyle. Voted the world’s most liveable city four times running, Melbourne will captivate you with its charming café culture and cool nightlife
Experience living downtown in high quality, centrally located off-campus student apartments
Participate in our Cultural Events Program designed to introduce you to the local Melbourne scene
Explore the Great Barrier Reef and tropical far north Australia during your comprehensive five-day Orientation Program, with a week of adventure and learning
Experience an alternative Spring Break with our optional Thailand or New Zealand excursion
Appreciate access to TEAN’s Melbourne Resident Director and other in-country staff for continued support throughout the semester
Program Details
Housing
Students attending the University of Melbourne live in modern, purpose-built student accommodation in the city close to all the action within walking distance or a quick tram ride to campus.
TEAN Staff
Our team works with you start to finish through the study abroad process. Our programs staff will help guide you through the application process to go abroad, then upon arrival in Australia, you will meet our team who will provide assistance during your time in-country. Throughout your semester you will meet with the Melbourne Resident Director for informal discussions and excursions. Our staff is readily available and able to assist you with any academic, social, or cultural questions or issues that you may face during your time abroad.
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About The University of Melbourne
- Founded in 1853 the University of Melbourne is consistently ranked in the top two universities in Australia and within the top 50 in the world.
- The university has 20 subjects areas ranked in the top 40 universities in the world and is the top ranked school in Australia for 15 subject areas by the QS World University subject rankings.With anatomy and physiology ranked 13th, law and legal studies ranked 10th, psychology ranked 17th, and geography ranked 16th globally – this is truly a prestigious university.
- The business and management program is ranked 26th in the world by the QS World University subject rankings 2020 and is AACSB accredited.
- The university also boasts a stunning campus – a mix of historic sandstone buildings, contemporary architecture, sustainable design and lovely outdoor spaces ideally located on the edge of Melbourne’s Central Business District. The campus is close to the city’s Italian quarter and bohemian Brunswick Street.
- In 2008, the university introduced the Melbourne Model for teaching and learning – a far-reaching curriculum reform aimed at creating an outstanding and distinct ‘Melbourne Experience’ for all students. The revised curriculum includes fascinating university-wide “breadth subjects” available to students in all courses, centered on preparing graduates with globally relevant skills. This model is not dissimilar to the general education requirements in the U.S. system, but is the first of its kind in Australia.
- The University’s Victorian College of the Arts and Music specializes in visual and performing arts and is situated in the heart of the Melbourne arts district (separate from the University’s Parkville campus).
- With many of the city’s special neighborhoods within walking distance and others easily accessible via public transportation, the university is close to everything the city has to offer. Take advantage of all the nearby galleries, cafes, and a variety of shops and food outlets as you get to know both your university and your home-away-from-home.
Location
The University of Melbourne is a traditional campus located on the edge of Melbourne’s Central Business District. Visit the google map link below to see the campus location.
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Courses
Courses are available in the below disciplines. For detailed instructions on how to find and select courses, and a list of popular courses see our course selection instructions. Students enroll in 3 – 4 courses per semester (37.5-50 credits), which usually transfers as 12 – 16 U.S. semester credits.
Find CoursesAcademic Departments and Schools at the University of Melbourne are divided into ten academic divisions: Architecture, Building and Planning; Arts; Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Law; Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences; Science; Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences; Victorian College of the Arts and Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.
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Communications & Media |
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Visual, Performing Arts & Design |
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Eligibility
ELIGIBILITY
- 3.0 GPA. Students with a slightly lower GPA may be admitted on a case-by-case basis. Contact TEAN for more information.
- Minimum sophomore standing at a four-year institution at the time of participation.
Events & Excursions
Activities / Immersion
Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse you in the local culture. These activities are included in your semester program. In addition, if you have a specific interest or hobby, your Melbourne-based TEAN Resident Director will be able to point you in the right direction. Below are examples of previous activities arranged for students. Note that activities change each semester.
Along with the TEAN-organized events, to make sure you don’t miss out on any opportunities, our local staff send out frequent emails letting you know what is happening in Melbourne. Ranging from community events to music festivals, we tap you into the local culture right from the start.
Melbourne walking tour
Included within the first few weeks after arriving in Melbourne, we walk and jump on trams all over the city, clueing you into the local secrets. Melbourne’s city center is made up of winding bylanes and it’s here where you find unique cafes, bars, restaurants and galleries. We’ll also explore Melbourne’s urban villages, ending the day in an iconic locals-only venue for dinner. This day will set you up with the knowledge you need to make the most of your time in this great city.
Aussie Rules Football match
There is no sporting event that gets the sports-mad Victorian more vocal than an Aussie Rules Football match. Australian Rules football began in Victoria in the 1850s, predating American football, rugby and soccer. It’s not like other football types, the best explanation is to experience a game yourself. We see a game between two local rivals and sample a local culinary favorite – the meat pie! It’s the hot dog equivalent of the Australian spectator sporting experience.
Local original live music
Melbourne is known for its local, live music scene and excellent intimate venues. We make sure students get to experience becoming part of a local crowd by heading to a show of an Australian band at an incredible venue. If you have a music genre preference, let your local staff know and we’ll try to accommodate your request – or at least give you some recommendations to check out on your own!
Optional Excursions
During the semester, you’ll be busy with class and exploring your local area on the weekends. With this in mind, TEAN encourages students to get to know Australia better or travel to even more exotic destinations with excursions organized during school breaks. Participating in these excursions will depend on your program dates and semester abroad.
SOUTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand’s South Island offers some of the most magnificent natural environments this planet has to offer and is home to some of the world’s most extreme adventure sports! From the Southern Hemisphere’s highest (and original) bungee jump, to jet boating through ravines, whitewater rafting raging rapids and hiking glaciers, you won’t be bored or disappointed! This excursion is usually offered as a mid-semester break excursion.
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Take advantage of Australia’s ideal location in the South Pacific and explore exotic Asian destinations. With TEAN’s exclusive nine-day excursion to Thailand, you’ll find yourself bathing elephants in a river, learning to cook Thai food, visiting exotic temples and spending the evening with hilltribe villagers. With the culture of the north and the beaches of the south, this excursion, usually offered during mid-semester break, is not to be missed.
Program Dates
APPLICATION DEADLINES
TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application anytime from June for Spring applications, and from January for Fall applications. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.
Spring Deadline | Nov 18 |
Fall Deadline | April 23 |
Fall 2021
This program not running for Fall 2021. Please check back for future available terms.
Depart the US | Early July | |
Arrive in Australia | Early July | |
TEAN Orientation | TBA | |
University Orientation | July 12 | July 23 |
Classes Begin | July 24 | |
Semester Break | Sept 27 | Oct 3 |
Classes End | Oct 24 | |
Study Period | Oct 25 | Oct 29 |
Exam Period | Nov 1 | Nov 19 |
Program Ends | Nov 20 |
Spring 2022*
Depart the US | Early Feb | |
Arrive in Australia | Early Feb | |
TEAN Orientation | TBA | |
University Orientation | TBA | |
Classes Begin | March 1 | |
Semester Break | April | April 11 |
Classes End | May 30 | |
Study Period | June | June 6 |
Exam Period | June 7 | June 25 |
Program Ends | June 26 |
*These dates are tentative. Final dates will be released closer to departure.
Fees & Inclusions
Fall 2021
- Tuition and program fees: $16,595*
- Estimated housing (off campus): $6,750
*Tuition for 4 courses. Students are permitted to enroll in 3 courses but there is no tuition discount.
Spring 2021
- Tuition and program fees: $16,990*
- Housing (off campus): $6,750
*Tuition for 4 courses. Students are permitted to enroll in 3 courses but there is no tuition discount.
What’s Included
- Full tuition (4 courses)
- Guaranteed, pre-arranged, off-campus student housing
- Overseas health insurance, plus evacuation and repatriation insurance
- Services of local Resident Directors
- Five-day Orientation Program with some meals, excursions, accommodations and transportation
- Cultural events scheduled throughout the semester
- Wireless internet access in all housing
- Access to pre-arranged and affordable cell phone packages
- Access to unique and exciting optional excursions which may include New Zealand, Thailand and other places
- Access to competitive airfares and pre-arranged group flights
- Extensive pre-departure counseling and information packets
- University and course selection advice
- Official academic transcripts from host institution
- Credit approval and transfer assistance
- Help with student visa preparation
- Financial aid transfer planning
- Airport pickup and reception in Melbourne
- Arrival Welcome packet containing important local contact details and information
- Melbourne Farewell Dinner at conclusion of program
- Host university orientation
What’s Not Included
- International airfare ($1,800)
- Domestic airfare in US ($500)
- Student visa ($450)
- Books ($365)
- Meals during the semester ($2,500)
- Airport transfer at the end of the semester ($50)
- Travel insurance ($350)
- Travel and personal expenses ($1,500 – 2,500+)
*Numbers are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.
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We Love Melbourne

Ange Hart
Resident Director - Melbourne
Melbourne Tip
Edinburgh Gardens
A short tram ride north of the city will land you in the middle of North Fitzroy, Melbourne’s hipster capital. With bars and cafés aplenty, North Fitzroy’s best kept secret is the Edinburgh Gardens. Summer weekends will see the gardens packed with locals enjoying a picnic, throwing a Frisbee and listening to some sweet tunes – great place to people watch and enjoy a lazy afternoon!

Molly Laycob
Assistant Program Manager
Melbourne Tip
Little Italy
Right next to the University of Melbourne in the heart of Carlton is Lygon Street, Melbourne’s Little Italy. Lined with pizzerias, pasta bars, café’s and gelato stores, Lygon Street is worth a visit if you want some hearty Italian food. Walking up Lygon Street, restaurant hosts will entice you in as they share their menu, however the Italian loving locals will all agree that Tiamos is the place to go.
What inspired you to pursue your masters degree in Sustainability?
My mom instilled me in from an extremely young age that the natural environment, along with all of the wild species that call it home, are the most important pieces to our ecosystem and that we should respect them deeply. Thankfully, after an academic career based around environmental science, one buzzword kept coming back into my life that encompassed everything that I stood for – sustainability – and I jumped at the opportunity to pursue a masters degree in a field that combines the preservation of our natural environment while also factoring in the needs of human beings.
In what ways is study abroad tied to sustainability?
Studying abroad gives students an opportunity to live their life in an environment which differs from the one in which they were raised. Some students may find themselves in situations where they are very pleased with the pro-environmental initiatives in their host country…or shocked by the lack of. It is an opportunity to understand the reasonings behind the host country’s practices and either take those green initiatives back home with them or to educate yourself more on the obstacles that the host country is facing that perhaps is keeping them from taking their next steps towards a sustainable future.
What are some small and big ways students can Choose Earth while abroad?
The beauty of sustainability is that small-scale efforts are the building blocks to large-scale changes and there are plenty of ways that students can make green choices while studying abroad including; choosing public transportation or walking, using reusable water bottles, grocery bags and utensils instead of single-use items, turning off lights, air conditioning and electrical appliances while not in your housing, making an effort to eat locally-produced foods that are in-season and taking your own reusable food container when ordering food to go, offsetting your airline carbon credits and ensure that any animal or nature preserve visits outside of TEAN’s planned activities are legitimately ethically sound places and not tourist traps that harm animals or the natural environment – do research online and ask around.
What is your favorite travel quote?
“Take only memories, leave only footprints” is a quote that I live by while traveling. To me, fully taking in and appreciating a moment so that I have a solid memory of a trip is more important than any picture or souvenir. It is important to not leave any human impressions on the natural environment that you explore while abroad so future generations of all species can live in harmony with the land.
If you were going to study on a TEAN program tomorrow, where would you go?
I would definitely choose one of the New Zealand programs. I have a huge admiration for the country’s sustainability initiatives and how they are moving at such a fast rate towards cutting their carbon footprint – they are a great example for other countries to follow! I also want to experience its spectacular natural settings and landscapes.