Graduates
Graduates thrive at Ormond. It's a place to think bigger, connect deeply and take the next step with confidence.
Taking the next step in your studies is a big move. At Ormond, you’ll have the support, opportunities, and community to deepen your knowledge, grow your network and make the most of graduate life.
Our graduate community brings together students from across disciplines and around the world. You’ll encounter fresh perspectives, dive into conversations that challenge your thinking, and build lifelong connections that extend well beyond your degree.
Life here is shaped by more than just study. From tutorials and forums to leadership opportunities, cultural events and career pathways, Ormond gives you the space to grow as a scholar, a professional and a person – with the confidence to take on what comes next.Download our brochure:
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Head, Heart, World, Path
Life at Ormond is shaped by four connected experiences. Together, they create a community where you can push your research and study further, grow through shared experiences, broaden your outlook, and prepare for your professional future.
Head – Think Bigger
Graduate study is about depth as well as breadth. At Ormond, you’ll be challenged to refine your ideas, test your research, and engage with people who push you to think in new and sharper ways.
Academic supportOur learning team can offer you targeted support alongside your university study. One-on-one academic consults will strengthen your coursework, research and exam preparation.Guest speakersMeet leading academics, industry experts and creative thinkers from Australia and abroad. These sessions connect your studies with the wider world, sparking fresh perspectives and conversations that stay with you.Academic intensivesTake part in deep-dive sessions on big questions and bold ideas, from philosophy to cutting-edge science. Intensives let you stretch yourself beyond your degree with some of the College’s leading minds.Academic mentoringGraduate students provide invaluable mentoring support and guidance to undergradute students aspiring to similar fields.
Heart – Grow Together
Life here is about balance and connection. You’ll form close friendships, join activities that keep you grounded, and step into a student-led community that values respect, wellbeing and shared leadership.
The Middle Common Room Commitee (MCRC)Run by graduates, for graduates, the MCRC drives an active calendar of social events, networks and committees. The Committee gives graduates a voice and way to create experiences together. Social eventsWhether casual brunch, movie nights or exploring Melbourne and beyond, it’s a chance to build friendships, try new things and shape the culture of the graduate community.Sport and recreationCompete in intercollegiate sports like soccer or tennis, or join more social options like running club, hiking and ski trips. You’ll also enjoy a Melbourne Uni Sport membership with access to gym facilities, classes and the pool.Ormond Ski ClubOne of the College’s most loved traditions, it gives students and alumni a ski-in lodge at Mt Hotham where you can spend winter days on the slopes and evenings sharing meals around the fire. More than a getaway, it’s a chance to experience the camaraderie, friendships, and community spirit that make Ormond unique.Arts and cultureGraduate life at Ormond includes music, theatre, exhibitions and writing. Join a band, act in a play, contribute to publications or showcase your creativity through student-led projects and performances.Wellbeing and respectA dedicated wellbeing team – including psychologists, and a Dean of Wellbeing and Inclusion – provides professional support and fosters a safe, inclusive community. Respect and care are at the heart of graduate life.
World – Look Beyond
Ormond encourages you to see the bigger picture. From cultural events to service projects and On-Country experiences, you’ll broaden your perspective and connect your graduate studies to issues that matter.
Service and advocacyThrough initiatives like Beyond Ormond Borders, graduates lead and participate in projects tackling local and global issues – from sustainability campaigns to mentoring programs in schools.On-Country experienceLearn directly from First Nations communities through our immersive On-Country experience at UNESCO Budj Bim Cultural Landscape. This experience broadens perspectives and deepens cultural understanding.Global and cultural lifeCelebrate Ormond’s international community with food festivals, cultural nights and student-led global events. The MCRC also runs initiatives to strengthen sustainability and cross-cultural connections.Civic engagementAnnual excursions and forums connect graduates to public life and policymaking. From trips to Canberra to conversations with alumni leaders, you’ll see how ideas translate into action.
Path – Back Yourself
Your next step starts here. With mentoring, alumni networks and career guidance at your fingertips, Ormond helps you translate ambition into action and gives you the confidence to navigate what comes after uni.
Mentoring and careersThe Ormond Mentoring Program pairs graduates with alumni working across fields from law and medicine to finance and the arts. Career consults and internship advice give you practical guidance for your next steps.Networking opportunitiesCareer dinners, site visits and informal coffee catch-ups with alumni open doors into industries you’re curious about. These connections often become lasting professional relationships.Wade Institute of EntrepreneurshipLocated on campus, Wade Institute provides programs for aspiring founders and investors, including the Master of Entrepreneurship – offering a direct pathway into Melbourne’s startup ecosystem.Global alumni networkWhen you graduate, you join a global network of more than 10,000 Ormondians. Wherever your career takes you, you’ll find alumni ready to support, connect and collaborate.
Live where it all happens
Private apartment. Shared meals. At Ormond, you’ll have space to study and rest while staying connected to a vibrant community of peers. Whether it’s coffee in your share house, late-night debates in the JCR, or Formal Hall in the Dining Hall, this is where ideas and friendships take off.
Graduate accommodation includes a mix of architect-designed apartments with city views, heritage houses with character, and our purpose-built Graduate Centre. All rooms are fully furnished with a bed, desk, wardrobe, shelves, heating and internet.Meals remain at the heart of College life. Three freshly prepared meals are served daily in the Dining Hall, with the community gathering twice a week for Formal Hall. The JCR café is open for snacks and coffee, and the Quad offers a green, open space for study or downtime. But you also have the space and the facilities to make your own meals. Ormond’s park-like campus sits right beside the University of Melbourne and just minutes from the CBD, giving you easy access to lectures, libraries and all that Melbourne has to offer.
Financial Assistance
With $1.5 million in support offered each year, Ormond is committed to access and equity. Scholarships and bursaries are available based on financial need, academic excellence, leadership potential, and community involvement. Eligible students can receive support ranging from $7,500 to full fee coverage per year.If you think you might be eligible, apply, you've got nothing to lose.
How to apply
Interested in joining the Ormond graduate community? Applying is straightforward, and you don’t need to wait for a University of Melbourne offer before you begin. In fact, the earlier you apply, the better – it gives you time to prepare documents and schedule your interview.We’re looking for engaged, curious graduates who want to deepen their study, connect across disciplines, and contribute to a diverse, values-driven community.Graduate stories
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