Arts + Sciences at Monash University
AACSB and EQUIS Accredited
Unique Experiences
Marvel at iconic street art in Melbourne’s famous laneways
where vibrant murals and hidden gems turn every corner into an urban gallery
Catch an AFL match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
and experience Australia’s favorite sport alongside 100,000 passionate fans
Explore the quirky cafés in the iconic laneways
and discover Melbourne’s obsession with coffee in one of the world’s most famous café cultures
Your Destination
Melbourne is Australia’s cultural capital, celebrated for its creative energy, diverse communities, and world-class arts and food scene. The city blends historic architecture with modern design, offering iconic laneways, renowned galleries, and striking city landmarks. Whether you are studying the arts, business, or sciences, Melbourne provides strong academics and a thriving creative and professional environment. With its vibrant café culture, live music and festivals, nearby beaches, green spaces, and dynamic city life, Melbourne is an ideal place to study abroad.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Melbourne will open doors for you to explore Australia’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Wind your way along Australia's most iconic coastal road, the Great Ocean Road, where the towering Twelve Apostles, rainforests, and quaint seaside towns await
- Discover the heart of Melbourne’s rich Aboriginal heritage with the Birrarung Wilam (River Camp) Walk, an immersive cultural experience with a local indigenous guide
- Marvel at the stunning architecture of the State Library of Victoria while you wander through endless collections of rare Australian books and manuscripts
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Program Blogs
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Housing & Meals
Housing
Our housing ensures students are always well-connected to the best of the city. Set in vibrant neighborhoods, students will experience a comfortable lifestyle in a cosmopolitan environment. Everything you need is within walking distance from home, including various restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, and easily accessible public transport.
Standard Housing: Includes a room in a shared apartment/residence hall or homestay.
- Shared Apartment: Twin share bedrooms in a small apartment located within 45 minutes from Monash University’s main campus and CIEE Melbourne. You’ll have access to Wi-Fi and all utilities, as well as a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and comfortable lounge spaces. This option gives you the independence to manage your daily routine while still enjoying the social aspect of living with fellow students.
- Homestay: Immerse yourself in Melbourne’s diverse culture by living with a local family. Melbourne is a multicultural city, and students will stay with families of various nationalities. Homestays are located within a 45-minute to 1-hour commute by public transportation to Monash University main campus. Two meals are included (typically, breakfast and dinner). This is a great opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the local culture, all while having the freedom to explore the city on your own.
Select Housing: Includes a private room within 45 minutes of the city and CIEE Melbourne in either a shared apartment with shared facilities (bathroom, lounge, kitchen), or a small private studio apartment with your own kitchen, bathroom and study area and other larger common areas such as communal kitchens and lounge rooms. There will be card operated laundry facilities onsite. Bed linen and basic kitchen supplies (utensils, pots and pans etc) are provided.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Shared Apartment/Residence Hall: While meals are not included, students can prepare their own meals in the fully furnished kitchen. Melbourne has a vibrant food scene with fresh food markets providing an array of local fruit, vegetables, meats, spices and more. Students can also explore restaurants and cafes in surrounding areas. You’ll find Melbourne’s food is influenced from all corners of the globe!
- Homestay: Students who live with homestay families receive two meals daily (usually breakfast and dinner). Other meals and/or any snacks are on the student. Students can make use of the kitchen space at the homestay.
Academics
CIEE Melbourne: Located in the heart of the city, the CIEE Center has easy access to all this great city has to offer. As part of a co-working enterprise, CIEE Melbourne shares space with dynamic small businesses and startups with full access to modern and welcoming classrooms and meeting rooms, breakout areas, quiet rooms, Wi-Fi, study booths, printers, and more.
Monash University: Monash University, one of Australia's most prestigious institutions, is recognized globally for its excellence in education, research, and innovation. Established in 1958, Monash has grown into a global university with a student population exceeding 80,000, with representation from more than 170 countries. The university offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across ten faculties, including arts, business, engineering, law, and the sciences. Monash ranks among the top universities worldwide (QS World University Rankings 2024: 37th; Times Higher Education World University: 32nd), providing students with a future-focused education in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Course Information
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Monash University
Monash University offers a broad selection of courses each semester, covering a wide range of academic disciplines. Students can explore the course offerings by faculty in the Monash University Handbook and choose from an easily approved list of study abroad courses by department.
When searching for courses in the Monash University Handbook, please note that a Monash “unit” is equivalent to a U.S. “course”, and that “course” refers to a major or program of study.
Students can opt to take courses across a wide range of academic fields, including:
Business
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Business Law and Taxation
- Actuarial Studies, Econometrics, Analytics and Statistics
- Economics
- Global Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Sustainability
Engineering
- Aerospace engineering
- Biomedical engineering
- Chemical and Biological Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Robotics and mechatronics engineering
- Software engineering
Information Technology
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Earth, Atmosphere & Environment
- Mathematics
- Physics & Astronomy
Art, Design and Architecture*
- Architectural Design
- Fine Art
- Art History and Curating
- Collaborative Design
- Communication Design
- Industrial Design
- Spatial Design
*May require additional approvals.
Arts
- Arts
- Criminology
- Criminology and Policing
- Global Studies
- International Relations
- Media Communication
- Music*
- Politics, Philosophy and Economics
*Music – one-on-one performance classes are not available to study abroad students.
Law**
**Law courses are only available to students who are currently studying law at their home institution.
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences***
***Only available to students who are majoring in the relevant subject at their home institutions.
Psychology****
****Courses beyond the first year may require additional approvals.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2026 18 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $21,950 |
| Program Fall 2026 18 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $21,950 | |
| Program Academic year 2026-2027 | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | ||
| Program Spring 2027 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall 2027 19 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,356 ** |
| Housing | $6,100 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $21,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $426 † |
| International Airfare | $1,700 †† |
| Local Transportation | $600 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $40 |
| Visa Fees | $1,280 |
| Personal expenses | $310 †††† |
| Other | $450 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $4,806 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls, you should budget approx. $390 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Transport costs are $50AUD per week.
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
†††††OSHC - Extra Health Insurance for Student Visa
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,356 ** |
| Housing | $6,100 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $21,950 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $4,750 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $426 † |
| International Airfare | $1,700 †† |
| Local Transportation | $600 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $40 |
| Visa Fees | $1,280 |
| Personal expenses | $310 †††† |
| Other | $450 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $4,806 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays. For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls, you should budget approx. $390 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Transport costs are $50AUD per week.
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
†††††OSHC - Extra Health Insurance for Student Visa
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Joanna Shaw
Center Director
Jo has lived in Melbourne since she was a child and loves everything about this dynamic and cool city. She has a Masters of International Relations from La Trobe University...
Tharidhu Peries
Program Coordinator
Tharidhu is originally from Sri Lanka and been living, studying and working in Australia for nearly four years. He brings a wealth of experience from working across government and non-government...
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