Once you have an offer
How to accept your offer
International applicants who receive an offer from International Admissions can download the Offer Acceptance Information booklet (PDF*, 1.3Mb, 12 pages).
This includes an acceptance form to be returned to the International Admissions office.
Alternatively you can contact the International Centre to have a copy posted to you.
What if I want to be considered for another course?
Undergraduate (direct applications and deferrals)
If you submitted your application directly to International Admissions, and not through VTAC, then please submit your change of preference in writing to International Admissions.
If you defer your offer of a place in a course and later wish to be considered for a different course from the one you deferred, you will also need to submit a written request.
The address for International Admissions is:
International Admissions
The University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010 AustraliaFax: +61 3 9347 9062
Undergraduate (VTAC applications only)
For 2010 entry, if you have decided that you would like to be considered for a course other than the one that you have been offered, please complete the Change of Preference form (PDF*, 20Kb, 1 page) and return it to the University by Wednesday 20 January 2010.
You will only be considered for entry into this new course if the course was not listed on your VTAC preference list or was listed as a lower preference than the course you have been offered, and the prerequisite subject requirements and and guaranteed entry score have been met.
More information about VTAC Change of Preference.
Graduate
If you wish to be considered for a different course from the one you applied for, you will need to submit a written request to:
International Admissions
The University of Melbourne
Victoria 3010 AustraliaFax: +61 3 9347 9062
How to defer your offer
Circumstances sometimes mean that you need to commence your studies later than you originally planned. You may apply to defer your offer for up to one year from the commencement date on your original letter of offer.
If you find you need to defer, please complete the Deferral Request form or write to International Admissions requesting a deferral stating your preferred commencement date.
If permission to defer your offer is granted, you will be notified in writing by the University that your place has been secured.
Preparing for study
The next step after accepting your offer is getting ready to study. As an international student, that means making sure your visa is in order, getting ready to move cities, finding accommodation and more. Here are some helpful resources to make the transition easier for you.
How to decline your offer
If you decide that you are unable to accept your offer please complete the non-acceptance form.
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