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Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies

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China is a key global player with enormous influence. Australia has many links to China economically, culturally, socially and increasingly, politically. If you are interested in understanding China and its role in the world, the Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies (MCCS) could be for you. The Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies is a vibrant interdisciplinary program accommodating a wide range of interests. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the people, environment, cultures

Official
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
AQF 9
Campus
Parkville
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 114286M
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Course overview

China is a key global player with enormous influence. Australia has many links to China economically, culturally, socially and increasingly, politically. If you are interested in understanding China and its role in the world, the Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies (MCCS) could be for you. The Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies is a vibrant interdisciplinary program accommodating a wide range of interests. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the people, environment, cultures, society, politics, and economy of contemporary China. You will choose subjects from a wide range of disciplines including sociology, political science, international relations, media and cultural studies, law and Chinese language studies.

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy. The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the mid-year 2026 intake onwards. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry re Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

Academic qualifications

Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.

Prior tertiary weighted average mark

65%

65%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy. The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the mid-year 2026 intake onwards. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. 2. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry re

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 2The University of Melbourne———International students
2027 · Semester 1Parkville——$47,242per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • The University of Melbourne

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    Swanston St, PARKVILLE, VIC

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  • Parkville

    Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC, 3010, Parkville, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Contemporary Chinese Studiesstudy.unimelb.edu.au
  2. The University of Melbourneunimelb.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. Information for international students from ChinaOfficial source
  5. English language requirementsOfficial source
  6. Graduate coursework entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  7. Graduate research entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  8. Undergraduate entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
  9. Australian Year 12 international entry score guideOfficial source
  10. GCE A Levels entry score guideOfficial source
  11. International Baccalaureate entry score guideOfficial source
  12. Trinity College Foundation Studies entry score guideOfficial source
  13. Official course catalogue and course-specific entry requirementsOfficial source
  14. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies at The University of Melbourne: Fees & Entry Requirements