17 Sep 2020
New Dean of Science appointed
The University of Melbourne has appointed Professor Moira O’Bryan as Dean of the Faculty of Science.
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14 Sep 2020
$1.3 million Indigenous data project to transform community outcomes
Indigenous researchers and experts from around the country are leading a $1.3 million project that will allow Indigenous community organisations to better analyse their data and make decisions to improve outcomes for their communities.
11 Sep 2020
University statement concerning Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert
The University of Melbourne says the plight of Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert, who is being held in prison in Iran, is unimaginable and deeply distressing to her family, colleagues and friends.
7 Sep 2020
Dr Lois Peeler to explore Indigenous spirit at virtual Dungala Kaiela oration
Proud Yorta Yorta woman, activist and educator Dr Lois Peeler will explore how respect for Indigenous knowledge could and should change modern Australia at this year's annual Dungala Kaiela Oration on Wednesday, 9 September.
2 Sep 2020
University climbs to 31st position in THE rankings
The University of Melbourne has climbed one place to 31st position in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, released on Wednesday.
24 Aug 2020
Redefine possible at this year’s interactive virtual Open Days
The University of Melbourne is throwing its door open – virtually – this September for prospective students and their families to learn more about student life and studying at Melbourne – from wherever they call home.
16 Aug 2020
University rises in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities
The University of Melbourne is ranked the 35th best institution in the world according to the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Overall, the University improved six places on its 2019 ranking and remains the highest ranked institution in Australia.
5 Aug 2020
University appoints inaugural Director of Indigenous Knowledge Institute
Experienced educator and leading scholar of Indigenous music Professor Aaron Corn has been appointed the inaugural Director of the University of Melbourne’s new Indigenous Knowledge Institute for world-leading research and partnerships concerning Indigenous knowledge.
5 Aug 2020
University announces plan in response to COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Melbourne has announced its plan to combat an almost $1 billion revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan was endorsed by University Council today.
2 Aug 2020
Disability workers face illness risk and uncertainty due to COVID-19, survey finds
Disability Support Workers (DSWs) are risking illness with minimal training during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, a new survey has found.
30 Jul 2020
University statement on Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert
The University of Melbourne remains deeply concerned about the detention and treatment of its academic Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert, who is being held in prison in Iran.
22 Jul 2020
Report outlines keys to recognising the public value of universities
The societal impact of universities should be measured, resourced and recognised through prominent channels such as global university rankings, a new report recommends.
21 Jul 2020
Funding renewed for PhD program in infection and immunity
A $AU5 million grant from the German Research Foundation (DFG) has been matched by the University of Melbourne, extending a joint PhD program in infection and immunity research for the next five years.
17 Jul 2020
University opens joint PhD program with SJTU
The University of Melbourne has signed an agreement with Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) to launch its first International Research Training Group (IRTG) with a Chinese university.
16 Jul 2020
New treatment guidelines to help PTSD sufferers
New guidelines to support the treatment of people with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were launched today by the Federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt.
13 Jul 2020
Melbourne Connect a feature of new Telstra partnership
The University and Telstra will help develop and diversify Australia’s pipeline of technology talent through a $5.14 million partnership.
9 Jul 2020
University signs up to international agreement for best practice in research assessment
The University of Melbourne has become the first Australian university to sign up to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), a set of recommendations that encourage a meaningful and comprehensive assessment of research quality.
7 Jul 2020
Inaugural Director of Little Hall
Professor Peter Tregear has been appointed as the inaugural Director of Little Hall, a landmark student residence in Carlton made possible by a generous $30 million gift from philanthropists Jane Hansen and Paul Little.
25 Jun 2020
Grant to expand trial of breakthrough treatment for patients with paralysis
The University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital have welcomed a $1.48 million Federal Government grant that will expand a world first-in-human clinical trial of an implantable brain-computer interface designed to help Australians with upper limb paralysis restore functional independence.
25 Jun 2020
University response to Federal Government’s proposed funding reforms
The University of Melbourne will continue to be a comprehensive university with a history of excellence in the arts, humanities and social sciences alongside the natural sciences, following the Federal Government’s proposed funding reforms to the higher education sector.