Graduate entry guarantees

Secure your place in your preferred graduate degree

At Melbourne your degree structure is aligned to many of the world's leading universities, enabling you to complete a broad undergraduate degree before specialising at graduate level.

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Benefits of graduate study

Become an expert in your field

Develop specialist expertise and graduate with a higher, globally recognised qualification, which often includes professional accreditation.

Expand your professional network

Work alongside leading academics and researchers who bring a wealth of experience in their field, and forge strong connections to both industry and a global alumni community.

Prepare for an ever-changing future

In a world where careers are changing fast, graduate study will give you the advantage to hone your skills and remain competitive in your chosen field.

Increase your earning potential

Higher level qualifications generally lead to both improved salary and employment outcomes – a recent survey found that masters graduates earn 35% more than undergraduates.*

Are you a prospective undergraduate student?

You can lock in your graduate place before you begin your undergraduate studies at Melbourne. With many of our graduate degrees being highly competitive, a graduate entry guarantee enables you to secure your spot to ensure you can achieve your career ambitions.

Graduate Degree Packages

If you know already what you want to specialise in at the end of high school, you can apply for one of our Graduate Degree Packages to bundle your undergraduate and graduate degree into one offer.

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Melbourne Chancellor's Scholarship

Received an ATAR of 99.00 or above? You could be eligible for the University's most prestigious award for school leavers which offers recipients a guaranteed place in a graduate degree.

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Are you a current undergraduate student?

If you're still finding your path and want to discover where your passions lie, you can decide on your graduate specialisation towards the end of your undergraduate degree. This means you can secure your future study path without having to make any big decisions straight away.

ATAR and WAM based entry guarantees

If you achieve the minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and other entry requirements for your desired graduate program during your undergraduate course, you'll be able to apply early for graduate study.

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Frequently asked questions

View answers to common questions about the graduate entry guarantees available at Melbourne, including how to apply.

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*Source: 2022 Graduate Outcomes Survey by Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT).