Course Overview

About This Course

Study Abroad CASA is an administrative enrolment category for students visiting the University of Melbourne through the Consortium for Advanced Studies Abroad (CASA), a non-profit consortium of leading research universities running immersive study-abroad programs. CASA-Melbourne students study for a semester or year on a tailored, academically rigorous program, taking up to four subjects from over a hundred areas of study such as Biomedicine, Computer Science, Design, Environments, Fine Arts, Music, Health and Science. Students from CASA member institutions apply via their home institution; non-CASA member students apply through Brown University.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

234 St. Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3006

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

International Students

Tuition Fee

Estimated program fee of AUD $8,200 (Fall) or AUD $8,800 (Spring), paid to the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement, inclusive of housing costs while in Melbourne.

Duration

One semester or one year

Intakes

Fall (Semester 2, July-December), Spring (Semester 1, January-June)

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed on the available pages.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Credit earned counts towards the student's home institution degree rather than a standalone University of Melbourne qualification
Students are encouraged to take an Object Based Learning (OBL) course, engaging directly with cultural artefacts, rare collections and primary source materials
Program includes a week-long academic orientation under the theme "Australia's Place", introducing Melbourne's social, cultural and historical context

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

Elective subjects (over 100 areas of study)

Students enrol in up to four subjects chosen from areas including Biomedicine, Computer Science, Design, Environments, Fine Arts, Music, Health and Science; specific subjects vary by student and semester.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What search results appear when searching for 'Study Abroad CASA' at the University of Melbourne?

The search returns 10 results across various study levels and areas, including courses such as Bachelor of Science (Extended), Master of Development Studies, Master of International Education (International Baccalaureate), Graduate Certificate in International Education (IB), Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering and IT, Master of Management (Human Resources), Master of Modern Languages Education, Master of TESOL, Graduate Certificate in Environment, and Graduate Diploma in Environment.

What study levels are represented in the search results for Study Abroad CASA?

The search results include courses across three study levels: Undergraduate (1 course), Graduate coursework (8 courses), and Graduate research (1 course).

What are the available start dates for courses appearing in the Study Abroad CASA search results?

The majority of courses are available to start between January–April (8 courses) and May–August (7 courses), with some courses also offering July intake dates.

Where are the courses in the Study Abroad CASA search results delivered?

Most courses (9) are delivered on campus at Parkville, while 2 courses are available online. Study modes include both in-person (8 courses) and online (2 courses).

How long do the courses listed in the Study Abroad CASA search results take to complete?

Course durations vary: 2 courses are less than 1 year, 6 courses are 1–2 years, 4 courses are 2–3 years, and 2 courses are 3–4 years in duration, with part-time options generally doubling the full-time duration.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $50,000 to $60,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $60,000 to $80,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Career Paths

International Student AdvisorStudy Abroad Programme CoordinatorInternational Education OfficerGlobal Mobility ManagerUniversity Admissions Advisor (International)

Key Skills

Intercultural communication and cross-cultural competenceIndependent academic research and critical analysisInterdisciplinary thinking and synthesis across multiple fieldsAcademic writing and scholarly argumentationObject-based learning and artefact analysis

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