Fall 2020 Academic Calendar (Melbourne Semester 2)

July 17: Exchange Student Enrollment Period (required)
July 27: Classes Begin
September 28-October 4: Break
October 25: Classes End
November 2-November 20: Exams

Spring 2020 Academic Calendar (Melbourne Semester 1)

A spring 2021 calendar is not yet available, however it is expected to be similar to the 2020 calendar provided below.

TBD: Exchange Student Enrollment
TBD: Orientation
March 2: Classes Begin
April 10-19: Break
May 31: Classes End
June 9-26: Exams

Available Courses & Credit Information

Georgetown students who study at Melbourne Law School may enroll in any elective JD subjects with several exceptions. A list of exceptions, full details about course selection, and prerequisites are available online (scroll down to the Law Faculty section.)

A limited number of Melbourne’s compulsory JD subjects are also available to incoming exchange students. In addition students may enroll in up to one MLM subject on a space available basis. While course enrollments are not finalized until students arrive in Melbourne, exchange students interests are usual able to be accommodated.

Credits earned at Melbourne Law School are calculated in accordance with the ABA’s standard class formula (12.5 hours of class time including exam time, plus 30 hours of out of class preparation and studying, per one credit hour.) Students may be asked to verify the number of minutes each course meets in order to confirm the number of credits that the student will receive upon completion of their semester abroad program. See the Study Abroad Policy for details.

Because new course offerings may not be publicized until the start of the term, it is possible that not all eligible courses are listed above. Participants in this program who wish to enroll in any course not listed above must contact the Office of Transnational Programs by email to request approval. Participants should not expect to receive credit for courses that are not expressly approved by OTP.

Learn more about grading and student assessment at Melbourne Law school.

Housing & Facilities

Melbourne does not provide housing, but housing advice is available. Exchange students are eligible for the residential colleges and specialized housing packages outlined at that website.

Melbourne welcomes exchange students with disabilities. Further information can be requested from Student Equity and Disability Support (SEDS). The university asks that any student with a disability contact SEDS during the application process so that they can start making any necessary arrangements.

Library facilities are also available to exchange students.

Estimated Budget

Please reference the below budget which is from a previous year and that will be updated when necessary.

General cost of living and visa information is also available for review.

Contact for Admitted Students

Bradley Manson
Education Abroad Advisor
Melbourne Law School