About Melbourne
The latest news and information about studying at the University of Melbourne.
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Ever fantasised about winning the Archibald Prize? This young student from the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music made it to the final stages of judging - and so could you.
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The first Aboriginal student graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1959. Since then, the higher education landscape has radically changed for the better.
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At the University of Melbourne, augmented reality gives first-year students new ways to look inside the human body - no scalpel required.
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“Stalking celebrities is like eating potato chips - you know you shouldn't do it but you do it anyway.” - Julie Ozanne
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Lots of us want to change the world, but it seems like a big dream, right? For one University of Melbourne student, striking up a conversation on orientation day at uni was all it took to start. Before first year was through, Sophie Proud was already working in developing nations to improve people's livelihoods and earning potential. These are the benefits of getting involved with clubs and societies from day one!
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Many children who end up in hospital are scared and confused by the medical treatments they are about to undertake. Which is why the University of Melbourne and the Royal Children’s Hospital have established an initiative called the Teddy Bear Hospital with the aim of reducing the fear and anxiety in children in the healthcare system.
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Melbourne is one of the safest cities in the world to live, work and study. The locals are friendly, and the city’s multicultural vibe means you’ll instantly feel at home here. Whether you’re heading out for a bite to eat, exploring the parks and leafy boulevards or catching the tram to uni, you’ll always feel secure and welcome.
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Ronny Chieng is a University of Melbourne graduate and correspondent to The Daily Show in the US.
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Committed to making a difference in the world and driven by a newfound passion in social entrepreneurship through her Masters degree, Jane Kou, a former Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) student, shares how she landed her dream job prior to graduating.
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Having a mentor will help you look to the future as you plan for life after graduating.
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All Arts or Science degrees are pretty much the same, right? Actually, uni courses in Australia vary a lot! And with so much on offer, we know that it can be daunting to choose the right one for you.
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Worried about studying at uni? Finding an awesome study space that's right for you has never been easier. We've got a unique range of spaces with cutting-edge facilities designed to suit the needs of every student.
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Each year the University of Melbourne welcomes the best and brightest students from all over the world. In 2017 nearly 400 Vietnamese students are enrolled at the University.
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A future working with robots mightn’t be so bad if you know how to outsmart them.
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Learn how to brew beer and get credit towards your degree with breadth study!
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When it comes to posting on social media, we all feel pressure to be #onpoint. But what we post doesn’t necessarily reflect our true self or how we really feel. Studies show the pressure to be ‘always on’ and insta-ready is damaging to our happiness. It’s time to take a reality check!
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"Melbourne is a distinct and inclusive society with diverse cultural communities that enrich one’s living and studying experience."
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"A highlight of my uni experience is being able to work in a professional setting and meeting other people in the industry."
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"Being in Melbourne is much more than just acquiring a degree!”
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Crenodia Mloza-Banda is one of four Australia Awards students receiving grants from the University of Melbourne to make a difference in their home countries.
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