Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching and engagement. It’s consistently ranked among the leading universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities placing it as number 1 in Australia and number 33 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015-2016).
Learn more about usTo compete on the world stage, you need a world-standard education. At the University of Melbourne, you’ll gain an internationally recognised degree that will open doors to an outstanding future.
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As a University of Melbourne student, you can get involved in the many campus activities on offer, enjoy amazing new experiences and make lifelong friends along the way. Our students explain why they love studying and living in the heart of Melbourne.
The University of Melbourne is a globally engaged, comprehensive, research-intensive university uniquely positioned to respond to the major social, economic and environmental challenges of our time.
Every faculty and graduate school actively engages in research, with many affiliated with hospitals, other research entities, or one of our many cross-disciplinary research institutes.
Since its founding, the University has held engagement as central to its values and purpose, ensuring that its ethos as a public spirited institution finds expression through all of its endeavours.
Engagement at the University of Melbourne encompasses the mutually beneficial relationships the institution has with wider society. It connects our teaching, students and research work with communities – locally, nationally and globally – to help us achieve our academic aspirations and create economic, social and cultural value.
This understanding of engagement is reflected in the University’s three engagement commitments:
3010 is the University’s magazine for alumni and friends. Named after the postcode for Parkville, the historic heart of the University, the magazine is published twice a year in hard copy and online. It’s packed with news and features about the University and its people – from the researchers at the forefront of discovery to the alumni making their mark in the world.
Read the magazine or visit the alumni websiteAt Melbourne, we believe success should be measured by the lives we change. By supporting Believe – the Campaign for the University of Melbourne, you will be supporting our world-class researchers and students. Find out your giving options today.
Only a short walk from Melbourne's city centre, the University of Melbourne welcomes visitors and invites you to explore our unique cultural, architectural and landscape features and facilities.
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Parkville, Victoria, 3010
234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, Victoria, 3006
500 Yarra Boulevard, Richmond, Victoria, 3121
Water Street, Creswick, Victoria, 3363
940 Dookie-Nalinga Road, Dookie, Victoria, 3647
49 Graham Street, Shepparton, Victoria, 3630
250 Princes Highway, Werribee, Victoria, 3030
Phone: 13 MELB (13 6352)
International: +(61 3) 9035 5511
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