Description
The University of Melbourne (UniMelb), one of the highest ranking universities in Australia, has made distinctive contributions to society and attracted the best and brightest students and researchers from around the world. Learn alongside leading academics, whose research informs UniMelb curriculum, with over 100 research centers, galleries and museums on campus.
Quick Facts
Partner Program Type – Exchange
Minimum GPA – 3.0
Eligibility – Good academic and disciplinary standing, Min Age: 18, Open to All Majors, Junior or Senior class standing by the time of departure
Term Options
Fall Semester (Semester 2) – mid-July to mid-November
Spring Semester (Semester 1) – mid-February to late June
- students must miss both winter and spring quarters at UCSC to participate in this session
Academic Year – mid-July to late June
Calendar Year – mid-February to mid-November
Partner Program deadline dates
Cost
Location
City & University
The University of Melbourne is located in the heart of Melbourne, and consistently voted the most liveable city in the world. You can explore its lush parklands, thriving arts scene and strong foodie culture, and enjoy a rich campus life with a range of fun events and activities outside of the classroom.
Accommodations
Guaranteed housing is available on-campus. Learn more about Accommodations at Melbourne.
You are responsible for applying for, securing and paying for accommodations directly to the housing provider.
Student Support
The University of Melbourne Exchange and Study Abroad team is available to support international students. The team offers resources and opportunities for you to integrate successfully into the culture and society.
Country Information Resources
- U.S. Department of State Country Information Page
- CDC Travelers’ Health
- OSAC Country Security Report
Students with Disabilities
If you need support services abroad, notify your UCSC Disability Resource Center (DRC) Coordinator.
Learn more about Melbourne Student Equity and Disability Support.
Identities Abroad and Away
UC Santa Cruz Global Learning is committed to inclusion and equity in our various program options as well as striving to make everyone’s experiences abroad enriching, positive, and safe.
Learn more on our Identities Abroad and Away webpage.
Academics
Host University Courses
As a Melbourne exchange student, you will enroll full-time in courses alongside other local and international students for a semester or full academic year.
Course Search
- Explore Melbourne Study Areas or Search Subjects.
Satisfying Requirements
It may be possible to satisfy major, minor, GE, and/or electives on this program.
Learn more about:
- How to request major or minor credit
- How to request GE credit
Course Load Requirements
You are required to enroll in a full-time course load while abroad as defined by your host institution:
- A minimum of 37.5 credit points per semester
- You will take three or four subjects to equal a total credit load of 37.5 to 50 points, each subject is usually worth 12.5 credit points
As a UCSC student, you must also continue to meet UCSC Satisfactory Academic Progress, which requires students to enroll in a minimum of 12 UCSC quarter credits per quarter. At UniMelb, you are required to ensure you meet this requirement by enrolling in the equivalent of at least 12 UCSC quarter credits in the fall semester (Semester 2) and at least 24 UCSC quarter credits in the spring semester (Semester 1) after conversion (see below).
Credit Conversion
Melbourne uses “point” credits. These will be converted to UCSC quarter credits when added to your UC transcript.
- 12.5 points = 6 UCSC quarter credits
Academic Restrictions
Course prerequisites may apply for some subjects. See faculty-specific requirements & restrictions.
If you are unsure about your eligibility to enroll, please contact UCSC Global Learning at globallearning@ucsc.edu before applying to this program.
Academic Differences
Please note that the academic system, such as assignments, exams, course structure, grading system, etc., at your host institution may be different from what you are used to at UCSC. We highly recommend researching the academic system at your host university in advance to best prepare for your experience abroad.
Academic Calendar
We recommend comparing the host university academic calendar to the UCSC academic calendar to see how the academic calendars, holidays, and breaks differ.