Boasting a main campus in Parkville and branches across Victoria, it plays a pivotal role in research, learning, and teaching.
With 40% of its students hailing from international shores, the University of Melbourne offers majors in Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Agricultural Science, Architecture Engineering, Arts and Culture, Science, Language, and STEM Education.
3. Monash University:
Established in 1958, Monash University claims the title of the largest university in Australia. Offering a staggering 6,000 courses across 10 faculties, including Arts, Design, and Architecture, Business and Economics, Education, Engineering, Information Technology, Law, Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash has a global presence with campuses in Victoria, Australia, as well as international hubs in Malaysia, Italy, India, and China.
4. University of Queensland:
Established in 1909, the University of Queensland, located in Brisbane, champions a motto in Latin embodying knowledge and effort.
Recognized for its proactive stance in research, it holds the 50th position in international university rankings. The majors on offer span Agriculture and Animal Science, Architecture, Agricultural Science, Architectural Engineering, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environment, Health, and Law.
5. University of Sydney:
Since 1850, the University of Sydney, Australia's oldest university, has been a stalwart in education. Beyond its commitment to academic excellence, the university boasts a picturesque campus.
According to QS World University Rankings, it stands among the top 5 globally for graduate employment absorption.
Majors include Arts and Social Sciences, Architecture, Design, and Planning, Business, Economics, Health and Medicine, and Science.
6. The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney):
UNSW Sydney leads the Australian university pack with the highest score in the international research network. Its emphasis on research is matched by exceptional career opportunities for graduates, evidenced by the third-highest full-time employment score and the highest salary among Sydney-based and Group of Eight universities.
7. University of Western Australia:
Besting 10 research citation indicators, the University of Western Australia, located in Perth, stands as a beacon of consistent strength.
With over 25,000 students, 20% of whom are international, the university carves a niche for itself in the academic landscape.