1. Home  
  2. -  WELCOME TO OUR MELBOURNE CAMPUS  

WELCOME TO OUR MELBOURNE CAMPUS

As a student at the University of Adelaide College Melbourne Campus, you will have access to first-class amenities in our purpose-built home at Docklands – a modern harbour development dominated by high-rises and popular for its shopping and waterside dining. The College and University are located together in the same building.

Through a third-party arrangement with Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd, operators of the University of Adelaide College, we extend our educational reach to the Melbourne Campus, ensuring students receive the same high standard of education and support as those studying in Adelaide. We aspire to build a better future for all.

A University of Adelaide education prepares graduates for meaningful careers, relevant to the changing requirements of employers and the needs of industry and the community.

Please note if you are a domestic student, at this time, you are unable to commence your studies at our Melbourne campus and we would encourage you to explore the study opportunities at our Adelaide based campus.

On Campus
• Academic Support Centre
• Student Support team
• Career Central
• Resource Centre
• Beautiful sun-filled student lounge
• Quiet rooms for rest or study
• Technology Resources

Local Facilities
• City Circle free tram zone
• Multi-purpose sports courts
• Community library
• Affordable parking
• Shopping centre

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS >

FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM >

DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM >

PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM >

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS>

IMPORTANT INFORMATION >

ACADEMIC CALENDAR >

ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENTS >

FEES >

MEET YOU IN MELBOURNE >

ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM

Course Name: Foundation Studies Program
CRICOS Course Code: 041530A (Standard) and 041531M (Accelerated)

If you have completed the equivalent of Australian Year 11, you can join our Foundation Studies Program When you complete your study in the Foundation Studies Program you will progress to the Degree Transfer Program, and with successful completion, you will be eligible to enter into your bachelor’s degree at the University of Adelaide, Melbourne Campus.

Key Facts
Program length:Standard: 39 weeks (34 teaching weeks)
Accelerated: 36 weeks (31 teaching weeks)
Intake dates:View our academic calendar for intake dates and other key dates
English entry requirements:IELTS 5.5 overall (all bands above 5.0) or equivalent
Academic entry requirements:Australian Year 11 or equivalent
CoursesEnglish for Academic
Purposes

Critical Thinking

General Maths

Computing and Information Systems

Economics
Scroll for more

Study Pathway

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE COLLEGE
Area of studyBachelor degrees at the University of Adelaide, Melbourne CampusRequired progression score from the University of Adelaide CollegeIntakesRecommended subjects
StandardAccelerated
MarchAugustOctober
Business and EconomicsBachelor of Commerce74%•••English for Academic Purposes

Critical Thinking

General Maths

Computing and Information Systems

Economics
Computer Science /ITBachelor of Information Technology65%•••
Scroll for more

Note: Students should consult Degree Finder for degree prerequisites. You may be able to choose a major or double major, dependent on meeting progression score requirements. You can also talk to us! Student Services are here to help you.

Access to Foundation Studies courses may vary depending on the time of intake and bachelor’s degree choice. Listed courses are indicative only, and are subject to change. Courses offered by the University of Adelaide College, Melbourne Campus may change based on the University of Adelaide requirements.

DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM

Course Name: Degree Transfer Program – Business
CRICOS Course Code: 086313E (standard), 086314D (Accelerated)

Course Name: Degree Transfer Program Standard – Information Technology
CRICOS Course Code: 0101441

After your Foundation Studies you will progress to our Degree Transfer Program. When you successfully complete your Degree Transfer Program, you’re guaranteed entry straight into the second year of your bachelor’s degree at the University of Adelaide.

You will study a total of eight University courses over two semesters, plus a total of two language courses. The University courses are the same as those you would study in first year at University and you will receive full credit for all University courses you successfully complete.

Key Facts
Program length:Standard:
Twelve months
Two semesters		Accelerated:
Nine months
Two semesters
Intake dates:View our academic calendar for intake dates and other key dates
English entry requirements:IELTS 5.5 overall (speaking and writing band 5.5 or above, with no other band below 5.0) or equivalent
Academic entry requirements:Australian year 12 or equivalent
Courses - BusinessAcademic English
Accounting Foundations
Business Finance
Business Lifecycles
Data Analytics
Financial Institutions Management
Introduction to Marketing
Personal Professional Development
Principles of Economics
Courses - Information TechnologyAcademic English A
Academic English B
Accounting Foundations
Business Finance
Business Lifecycles
Design Thinking: Problems to Practice
Foundations of Project Management
Introduction to Computer Systems,
Networks and Security
Introduction to Programming IT
IT Project
Scroll for more

Study Pathway

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE COLLEGE
Area of studySecond year bachelor degree destination at the University of AdelaideIntakesDegree Transfer Program Standard and Accelerated Courses (students must complete five courses* each semester)
StandardAcceleratedSemester 1
FebruaryJulyOctober
Business and EconomicsBachelor of Commerce^•••Academic English

Accounting Foundations

Business Finance

Business Lifecycles

Data Analytics

Financial Institutions
Management

Introduction to Marketing

Personal Professional Development

Principles of Economics
Computer Science /ITBachelor of Information Technology••Academic English A

Academic English B

Accounting Foundations

Business Finance

Business Lifecycles

Design Thinking: Problems to Practice

Foundations of Project Management

Introduction to Computer Systems, Networks and Security

Introduction to Programming IT

IT Project
Scroll for more

Note: Not all courses will be offered in every intake and are subject to demand. Students should consult Degree Finder for degree prerequisites. You can also talk to us! Student Services are here to help you.

* Course names were correct at the time of publishing but may be subject to change at the discretion of the University of Adelaide.

^ This degrees offer majors. Depending on your major there will be required courses you will need to study. Our Student Services can advise you of these.

Access to Degree Transfer courses may vary depending on the time of intake and bachelor’s degree choice. Listed courses are indicative only, and are subject to change. Courses offered by the University of Adelaide College may change based on the University of Adelaide requirements.

Once you graduate you will progress into the second year of your packaged bachelor’s degree at the University of Adelaide:

AREAS OF STUDY

Business and Economics

Computer Science / IT

PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM

Course Name: Pre-Master’s Program
CRICOS Course Code: 094934J

The College is the first education provider in Australia to offer a postgraduate bridging course to a Group of Eight university.

You will study bridging courses to develop your study, research and English skills, followed by four credit-bearing University courses in your chosen academic discipline. You will receive full credit for all University courses you successfully complete.

Key Facts

Pre-Master's ProgramPre-Master's Program (Accelerated)
Program lengthTwo semestersOne semester
Program structureFive study and research skills courses
Four credit-bearing postgraduate courses
Two Academic English courses		Four credit-bearing postgraduate courses
One Academic English course
Intake datesView our academic calendar for intake dates and other key datesView our academic calendar for intake dates and other key dates
English entry requirementsIELTS 5.5 overall (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalentIELTS 6.0 overall (all bands 5.5 or above) or equivalent
Academic entry requirementsSuccessful completion of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Scroll for more

Course Options

CoursesPRE-MASTER'S PROGRAM - BUSINESS STREAMPRE-MASTER'S PROGRAM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STREAM
Academic English AAcademic English A
Critical Thinking for Postgraduate StudiesCritical Thinking for Postgraduate Studies
Intercultural StudiesIntercultural Studies
Quantitative Skills for Postgraduate StudiesQuantitative Skills for Postgraduate Studies
Study and Research SkillsStudy and Research Skills
Academic English B*Academic English B*
Accounting Concepts and MethodsFoundations of Computer Science
Principles of FinanceEngineering Communication and Critical Thinking
Quantitative MethodsProject Management Fundamentals
Economic Principles
Scroll for more

Study Pathway

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE COLLEGE
Area of studySecond year bachelor degree destination at the University of AdelaideIntakesIntakes
Pre-Master's Program Pre-Master's Program (Accelerated)Pre-Master's Program preparatory coursesPre-Master's Program credit-bearing University of Adelaide courses
SemesterSemesterSemesterSemester
MarchOctoberFebruaryJuly
Business and EconomicsMaster of Accounting•••Academic English A

Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Studies

Intercultural Studies

Quantitative Skills for Postgraduate Studies

Study and Research Skills 		Academic English B*

Accounting Concepts and Methods

Economic Principles

Principles of Finance

Quantitative Methods
Master of Accounting and Finance••••
Master of Applied Finance••••
Master of Finance••••
Master of Professional Accounting••••
Computer ScienceMaster of Computing and Innovation••••Academic English B*

Foundations of Computer Science (6 units)

Engineering Commuincation and Critical Thinking

Project Management Fundamentals
Scroll for more

Note: Not all courses will be offered in every intake and are subject to demand. Students should consult adelaide.edu.au/degree-finder for credit-bearing course information. You can also talk to us! Student Services are here to help you.

Students enrolled in the Pre-Master’s Program will complete a total of 10 courses over 12 months. Students who qualify for the Pre-Master’s Program (Accelerated) will study 5 courses over 8 months.

Foundations of Computer Science is 6 credit units rather than 3 credit units.

* Academic English B is not a credit-bearing University of Adelaide course

Access to Pre-Master’s Program courses may vary depending on the time of intake and master’s degree choice. Listed courses are indicative only, and are subject to change. Courses offered by the University of Adelaide College may change based on the University of Adelaide requirements.

Once you graduate you will progress into your packaged master’s degree at the University of Adelaide.

AREAS OF STUDY

Business and Economics

Computer Science

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS

Course Name: English for Academic Purposes
CRICOS Course Code: 069098D

General Academic English
CRICOS Course Code: 094050A

Our English Language Programs are courses designed to help you excel in your chosen field. Learn to communicate with confidence and improve essential study skills in an English-speaking academic environment. Our courses are designed and taught by highly qualified and experienced English language teaching professionals. Students have voted University of Adelaide College as having the best English programs in Australia in the 2020 English Language Barometer (ELB) survey. The College is a member of English Australia.

Key Facts
IntakesCorresponds with chosen Foundation Studies Program, Degree Transfer Program or Pre-Master’s Program entry
Contact hours20 hours per week
Class sizeMaximum 18
Recommended study durationYou will be required to complete the recommended program duration according
to your current English level. Your English levels will be assessed before you begin
your General Academic English and/or English for Academic Purposes course.
Scroll for more

Study Duration

English level IELTSRECOMMENDED DURATION FOR
FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM, DEGREE
TRANSFER PROGRAM (EXTENDED) AND
PRE-MASTER’S PROGRAM*
IELTS 4.5 (two bands of 4.0, one band of 4.5, one band of 5.0) or equivalent35 weeks^
IELTS 4.5 (three bands of 4.5, one band of 5.0) or equivalent25 weeks^
IELTS 5.0 (two bands of 4.5, all other bands of 5.0) or equivalent15 weeks
IELTS 5.0 (one band of 4.5, all other bands of 5.0) or equivalent10 weeks
IELTS 5.0 (all bands 5.0 or above) or equivalent5 weeks
Scroll for more

Note: All applications will be assessed on an individual basis. For Pre-Master’s Program, English language requirements will depend on master’s program
and academic qualifications. For all other programs other entry criteria may apply. Please ask us for details.
* Only available to the Pre-Master’s Program with a length of two semesters.
^ Not available to the Pre-Master’s Program as 20 weeks is maximum duration.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

To find all the important dates in the year, including enrolment dates and program start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

ENGLISH ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

View the English Entry Requirements page.

FEES

We can’t wait for you to study a pathway program with us! Fees can be found on our Fees page.

Not currently taking applications.

MEET YOU IN MELBOURNE

Melbourne is Australia’s second-largest city and is located in the state of Victoria. When you consider the exciting combination of great food, a creative arts scene, a convenient tram system and world-class sporting events held throughout the year, it’s easy to see why Melbourne is considered one of the best cities in the world for living and studying abroad.

Key facts about Melbourne

 

  • Australia’s number 1 student city*
  • 5th best student city in the world*
  • Hosts over 1 million international visitors every year
  • Over 200,000 international students from over 170 countries choose to come to Victoria to study every year^
  • Free City Circle tram
  • 5.1m population
  • Culture Capital – home to the National Gallery of Victoria, Australia’s oldest and most visited art gallery
  • Host to major global drawcards such as the Australian Open tennis championship, Spring Racing Carnival, and world-renowned music, arts and literary festivals
  • Renowned cafe culture

Find out more about life in Melbourne at studymelbourne.vic.gov.au/

* QS Best Student Cities 2023
^ studymelbourne.vic.gov.au

Last updated: Tuesday, 10 Dec 2024
TOP