University of Melbourne for Nigerian Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Direct entry available. Semester 1 is the primary intake. Melbourne uses a Bachelor-Masters system — most undergraduate degrees are 3 years leading into professional Masters.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: A$36,000–A$50,000. Application deadline: October 31 (for Semester 1, February start).
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: —/5.0 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: A$30,000–A$50,000. Application deadline: October 31 (Semester 1); April 30 (Semester 2). Decision time: 6–12 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: —/5.0 (First Class / H1). Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. RTP (Research Training Program) scholarships cover full tuition + living stipend ~AUD $28,000/year. Highly competitive.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Australia Awards Scholarship
by Australian Government (DFAT) · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship
by University of Melbourne · Undergraduate
Learn more →Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship
by Australian Government · Phd, Masters_research
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Melbourne accept WAEC?
Yes — WAEC WASSCE is formally recognised. Melbourne converts your WAEC grades to an ATAR equivalent score. Strong grades (B3 and above in relevant subjects) are expected for competitive programmes.
What is the Australia Awards Scholarship?
It's one of the most generous scholarships for African students — funded by the Australian Government and covers full tuition, living allowance, return flights, and health insurance. Apply through the Australian High Commission in Abuja (not directly to the university). Deadline is typically April–May each year.
How long is a Melbourne undergraduate degree?
3 years for most undergraduate programmes. Melbourne uses a distinctive system where the 3-year Bachelor is followed by a professional Masters (Law, Medicine, Teaching, Engineering) — so the full qualification takes 5–7 years total. This is important to budget for.
Can I work while studying in Australia?
Yes — up to 48 hours per fortnight during term, and unlimited hours during holidays. After graduation, you get a 2–4 year Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) depending on your qualification level.
Tips for Applying to Melbourne
Melbourne is Australia's highest-ranked university (#13 QS) and WAEC is directly accepted. The Australia Awards scholarship — funded by the Australian government and applied through your local Australian High Commission — is one of the most comprehensive scholarships available to Nigerian students. Melbourne's 3+Masters system means budgeting for a longer total study period than UK programmes.
Official source: University of Melbourne ↗Plan Your Australia Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Nigerian passport holders applying to Australia.