Arts + Sciences at University of Melbourne - Trimester
Unique Experiences
Go wildlife spotting along the Great Ocean Road
where you’ll enjoy Australia’s most famous coastline and see kangaroos and koalas in their natural habitats.
Lose yourself in the royal botanic gardens
a sprawling oasis right in the city, perfect for picnics, jogging, or just soaking up the lush scenery
Indulge in Melbourne’s diverse food scene
from the latest foodie trends in the Queen Victoria Market to hidden rooftop bars with jaw-dropping views of the skyline
Your Destination
Melbourne is Australia’s cultural and academic capital, known for its world-class universities, creative energy, and thriving innovation scene. The city blends laid-back charm with a modern spirit, where historic architecture meets contemporary design and coffee culture fuels big ideas. Whether you’re studying engineering, business, design, or the arts, Melbourne offers an inspiring environment for every field. With its vibrant laneways, festivals, diverse cuisine, and coastal beauty, it’s the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from host institution courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Cultural Projects: Volunteer with members of the local community, join university clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.
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 excursions and activities:
- Enjoy a surfing lesson at one of Australia’s iconic beaches, soak up the sunshine, and dip your toes in clear blue water
- 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
- Take a guided walk through Melbourne’s intricate laneways of cafes, bars, and world-famous street art
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.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Melbourne offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. Melbourne’s unique and diverse student housing provides a range of accommodation options. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.
Standard Housing: Includes a shared twin room in an apartment with a shared kitchen and bathroom with a CIEE roommate. Housing is located within 45 minutes of the city and CIEE Melbourne.
Select Housing: Includes a single room in student housing, featuring a modest studio apartment with a private kitchenette and bathroom. Communal facilities include larger kitchens for group dining, lounges, laundry, and other common areas. Housing is located within 45 minutes of the city and CIEE Melbourne.
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
CIEE Melbourne housing is self-catered. You’ll need to cook for yourself, but there are plenty of fresh food markets and supermarkets nearby.
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.
University of Melbourne: The University of Melbourne is widely recognized for its academic excellence, research impact, and global reputation. It consistently ranks among the top universities worldwide, offering a diverse range of programs supported by world-class faculty and cutting-edge facilities. Its strong emphasis on innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration fosters an environment where students and researchers can tackle complex global challenges. Additionally, the university’s vibrant campus life and extensive industry connections provide students with valuable opportunities for professional growth and real-world experience.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
The Melbourne University AS Short program (or Flex Semester) is only available for spring. This shorter program is only available for the Spring term and features fewer course offerings than the Arts + Sciences (University of Melbourne) full semester program. Students will be able to return home at the end of May and complete final assessments online.
University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne Short-term friendly Spring Semester Sample Courses:
Sports
Australian Surfing (UNIB10028)
Sports Coaching: Theory and Practice (EDUC10051)
Indigenous & First Nations Studies
Language in Aboriginal Australia (LING20009)
Indigenous Astronomy (PHYC10010)
Environment & Sustainability
Sustainable Development (GEOG30019)
Ecology of Urban Landscapes (EVSC30006)
Cities: From Local to Global (ABPL20035)
Geographies of Migration (GEOG30029)
Natural Environments (ENVS10001)
Environmental Politics and Management (GEOG20003)
Urban Forest Ecosystems (EVSC30003)
Environmental Sociology: Warming Planet (SOCI20020)
Environmental Risk Assessment (EVSC30003)
Human Behaviour and The Environment (ENST20001)
Politics, International Relations & Global Studies
Human Rights in Asia and the Middle East (ASIA20007)
Campaigns and Elections (POLS30032)
Race, Ethnicity, and Nationalism (POLS30036)
Politics and the Media (POLS20026)
Diplomacy: Middle East and South Asia (ISLM30018)
International Gender Politics (POLS30015)
US and the World: Rise of a Superpower (HIST30065)
Famine: The Geography of Scarcity (GEOG10001)
Fertility, Mortality and Social Change (GEOG20016)
Going Places - Travelling Smarter (ARTS20002)
Media & Communications
Clear Speech and Communication (THTR10019)
Politics and the Media (POLS20026)
Intercultural Communication (LING10002)
Visual Communication and Digital Media (MECM20014)
Consumer Culture, Media and Lifestyle (CULS20014)
Literature, Film & Music
Gothic Fictions (ENGL30013)
Making Movies 1 (FLTV10010)
Video Games: Remaking Reality (CCDP10003)
The Australian Imaginary (ENGL20009)
Short Fiction (CWRI20002)
Creative Non Fiction (CWRI20005)
Contemporary Poetry and Fiction (CWRI10001)
Popular Culture: Beyond Entertainment (CULS20018)
Music Psychology (MUSI20149)
The Business of Music (MUSI20206)
Marketing
Branding (GDES30002)
Marketing Communications (MECM30013)
History & Anthropology
Self, Culture and Society (ANTH20012)
The Philosophy of Mind (PHIL20033)
Money and Sweat: Economic Anthropology (ANTH30024)
Classical Mythology (ANCW20015)
The French Revolution (HIST20068)
Science
Science Research Project (SCIE30001)
View the full breadth of courses offered in the University of Melbourne short program including individual course details.
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.
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 2027 15 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.
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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