This course is available to domestic students only

Overview

The Diploma in General Studies is not accepting applications for 2027. We have other pathways for students from a range of backgrounds, including Access Melbourne, Bachelor of Science (Extended) and the University Ready Enabling Program.

There are two intakes a year for the Diploma in General Studies - Semester 1 and Semester 2. Applications from VCE graduates and mature age applicants are welcome. Students from indigenous or disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Applying for Semester 1 start-year intake (February)

All domestic students apply for this course through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).

If you are a domestic student studying your final year of secondary school outside Australia, you still apply through VTAC and you must submit your final results, as soon as they are available, to VTAC. You can submit your application to VTAC before you get your final results.

If you are applying to commence in second-year or later, you still need to apply through VTAC.

Applying for Semester 2 mid-year intake (July)

A number of undergraduate courses accept applications for mid-year entry. This is a separate application. For detailed information on eligibility, entry requirements and how to apply, see:

• Mid-year applications - domestic students
• Mid-year applications - international students

Access Melbourne

Access Melbourne is our special consideration and equity entry scheme that takes your personal circumstances into account when you apply to study with us through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).

This entry scheme is designed to increase opportunities for students of all backgrounds to access and thrive at university. You could secure a place in your preferred undergraduate course or Graduate Degree Package with guaranteed and adjusted ATAR entry requirements. You’ll also be automatically considered for a range of scholarships.

Submit an equity schemes and scholarship application in VTAC alongside your course preferences to be considered for Access Melbourne.

Check your eligibility for Access Melbourne

Your offer and enrolment

You'll receive an offer in your VTAC account as well as an official offer email from the University of Melbourne. Offers go out between November - January, depending on what offer rounds you're participating in. Your email offer from the University will explain how to accept your offer and what you need to do to enrol.

Read more about the application process

To apply directly:

You can apply directly for this course:

• Please complete the direct entry application form and the special entry form (if applicable)
• Submit your application via email. Please ensure you include all supporting documentation upon submitting your application.
• IMPORTANT - Please ensure that the subject line of your email is "General Studies Direct Application".

Before you apply

1. Check the entry requirements to make sure you’re eligible
2. You can apply directly to the University or you can apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)
3. Check if you're eligible for Access Melbourne and submit an equity schemes and scholarship application alongside your course preference in VTAC
4. Check if you're eligible for a scholarship and if any specific applications are needed
5. Course offers will be emailed to you from the University and available in your VTAC account (dates dependent on the offer round)
6. Accept your offer to the University of Melbourne and complete your enrolment