The University of Melbourne

The combination of scale and setting stands out for the University of Melbourne. The university has 230+ clubs, and 45% of students are international. Melbourne is #4 in QS Best Student Cities 2027. Campus sport includes a six-lane heated pool for the students and the University also takes care of student's well being.

Counselling and Psychological Services provides free, confidential, short-term counselling, with urgent support available 24/7. The University Health Service offers general practitioner care. The MOST mental health service is free for students aged 15–25, including international students at University of Melbourne.

Yes. Student visa holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while their course is in session and unlimited hours at other times. Master's by research and doctoral students may work more than 48 hours after the course starts. Career services help with resumes and interviews.

The university lists University Accommodation, residential colleges and partner accommodation. In 2027, University Accommodation costs AUD 448–939 per week (about ₹30,500–63,900), depending on the residence. Colleges include meals. Shared rentals and homestay are also common for accommodation at University of Melbourne.

Yes. International students make up 45% of the community, from more than 150 countries, and the university ranks #19 in QS 2026. Shiksha reviewers rate student life 4.2/5, though value for money scores lower at 3.4/5.

The University of Melbourne ranks #1 in Australia for Law, Business & Economics and Computer Sciences by THE Rankings by Subject 2026. It also ranks #1 in Australia for Accounting & Finance, Data Science & AI, and Business and Management Studies by QS Subject Rankings 2026.

Some of the popular master courses at University of Melbourne are:

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Business Analytics
• Master of Management (Marketing)
• Master of Finance
• Master of Data Science
• Master of Computer Science
• Master of Science
• Master of Public Health
• Juris Doctor

Yes, the University of Melbourne offers online courses to Indian students.  The University of Melbourne popular online programs include-

• Cyber Security
• Master of Public Health
• Nursing

The University of Melbourne is #1 University in Australia for MS Courses. It offers about 45 specializations in MS Courses while Uni of New South Wales has been ranked #4 as per Shiksha's Popularity Ranking for its MS Courses and it offers 35 courses in Master's Degree for international students.

No, it is not free of cost to apply for MS Courses at University of Melbourne. According to the application process, the students are required to apply via University's online portal – University of Melbourne Application or through an agent. The application process requires a non-refundable amount of application fee that of AUD 154 which is roughly INR 10.28 K.