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Graduate Certificate in Arts

Graduate Certificate.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Certificate in Arts builds a solid foundation for further studies and research. Students develop analytical and critical capacities to understand key issues and conceptual frameworks in their chosen area of study and apply these skills to contemporary issues. The course also develops students’ ability to use relevant technologies to manage and complete research tasks effectively.

What you might learn

Students build advanced skills in analysis, critical thinking and research relevant to their selected arts discipline. The course develops the ability to interpret conceptual frameworks and apply them to real-world and contemporary problems. It also aims to strengthen students’ competence in using appropriate technologies and methods to support research and academic work.

Career outcome

Graduates can strengthen their professional expertise in an arts-related field such as linguistics, media and communications, philosophy, or politics and international studies. The qualification can support career development in education (including secondary teaching specialisation where applicable), communications, government, policy, and related sectors where strong analytical and research skills are valued. It also provides a pathway into further postgraduate study such as a graduate diploma or masters by coursework.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$22,992 per year

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A$16,000 per year

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Information

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6 months

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March, July

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Parkville

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GC-ARTS

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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