IFSA University of Melbourne
- Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Language of Instruction: English
- Class Eligibility: Juniors
Introduction
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The capital of the state of Victoria, and Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne is well known for its trams, cafes, and restaurants and its variety of cultural events. The University campus is situated on 22.5 beautifully landscaped hectares with buildings ranging from classic architectural styles to modern designs. The campus itself is located only 1.5 km from the city center, and is in close proximity to the Victorian Arts Centre, the State Library, and the National Gallery.
- Visa:
Required. Non-US citizens should consult with IFSA and the Office of International Student Support before applying to the program.
Additional Visa Information - Fees: Students pay Haverford tuition and room to Haverford College. Haverford will then be responsible for submitting payments to the program.
Academic Overview
Requirements
Students are required to enroll in a full course load.
Academic Credit
A full course load at Melbourne is 50 points. Please look carefully at the point value assigned to courses. Students must have 50 points for one semester in order to receive four credits at Haverford College. However, students will only receive full credit for courses that meet at least three hours a week and run the entire length of the semester, regardless of the points assigned.
Students must email their course selection and request approval from Rebecca Avery in advance, to ensure credit. Major, minor, and concentration transfer credit will only be granted for courses in which students received a grade of a C or above.
Curriculum
Full university curriculum.
Course Highlights
Architecture and Built Environmental Sciences, Australian and Indigenous Studies, Biology, Business and Economics, Chemistry, Cities, Computer Science and Information Technology, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Fine Arts, Health Studies, Geology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Land, Food and Environment, Creative Art, Kinesiology, Law/legal Studies, Languages, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Media and Communications, Medical and Health Sciences, Music, Oceanography, Psychology, Physical and Natural Sciences, Public Health, Urban Studies, Visual and Performing Arts
Note: Changes occur frequently. Students are responsible for finding the classes they need and consulting the official site of the institution.
Non-Academic Overview
Orientation
Orientation provided by IFSA
Number of Students
Over 50,000 students at the University of Melbourne, of whom 40% are international students of over 140 nationalities.
Housing/Meal Plans
Apartment/flat or residence hall/dormitory. Haverford students may not opt for housing not arranged by the program.
Notes
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Additional Resources
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- Semester
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- Direct Enrollment
Dates
- Semester I: Early July to early December
- Semester II: Early February to mid-July
Application Deadlines
- Semester I: March 1
- Semester II: October 1