Trinity College Foundation Studies 2024 Prospectus

Fo u n d a t i o n
Studies
2024
As one of the world’s leading universities, situated in the heart of
a remarkable multicultural city, the University of Melbourne is an
excellent choice for international students. The University offers an
exceptional undergraduate student experience designed around the
Melbourne Curriculum, which has been created to support and inspire
our graduates to make a difference on a global scale.
The Trinity College Foundation Studies program provides a superb
preparatory pathway for international students planning to study in the
Australian tertiary education system, developing the academic, research
and communication skills critical for success in an undergraduate
degree. For students wanting to go on to become University of
Melbourne graduates, the program embodies the high academic
standards of the University and ensures that all participants receive
personal support.
If you are an international student interested in studying
at the University of Melbourne, I highly recommend
that you consider Trinity College Foundation Studies.
Professor Duncan Maskell

Vice-Chancellor
The University of Melbourne
At Trinity College, we’ve successfully helped thousands of

international students access Australia’s number-one university1
– the University of Melbourne – for more than 30 years.
Our award-winning Foundation Studies program is carefully
designed to give students the greatest chance of success in their
studies and career. We do this by ensuring our program aligns
to the style and coursework of the University, which means
students can seamlessly shift from Foundation Studies to their
chosen undergraduate degree; by helping students develop soft
skills, such as their English and presentation skills and overall
confidence; and by providing students with tailored academic
and personal support from teachers and wellbeing staff who
are highly trained in working with international students.
This means students are helped with their transition to life in
Australia, which we understand is a big step, particularly when
moving out of home for the first time.
We know our program sets students up for success, as the vast
majority of Trinity’s Foundation Studies students matriculate
to the University of Melbourne, where they are, year on year,
amongst the University’s top academic achievers, with the
lowest noncompletion rate and a high rate of achieving an
honours grade.
While the academic side of our program is incredibly important,
another great strength of the program is its ability to facilitate
the development of lifelong friendships, as many of our students
stay connected throughout their entire University journey and
beyond after studying together at Trinity College.
Joining us at Trinity also means gaining access to our extensive
alumni network, which is made up of around 30,000 people in
more than 80 countries. Becoming part of this alumni group,
made up of many successful people, will help you access
ongoing opportunities in your personal life and career.
I hope you seriously consider studying with us and I look
forward to welcoming you to Trinity College soon.
Professor Ken Hinchcliff

Warden and CEO
Trinity College
MELBOURNE
CITY CENTRE
Contents
02 Discover Melbourne 18 Meet your academics 43 Map
04 Navigating Melbourne 20 TCFS pathway to the 45 Living expenses
06 Visiting Victoria University of Melbourne
46 Entry Requirements
22 University of Melbourne
08 Why Choose the entry requirements 49 Trinity College
University of Foundation Studies
Melbourne? 24 What Will You Study? application form 2024
10 Melbourne degrees 26 Core curriculum 50 How to apply
11 The University of subjects 51 2023–24 dates and fees
Melbourne campus 30 Elective curriculum
subjects 53 Staying in Touch
12 Your Journey Begins With Your Alma Mater
Here 36 Student Life
54 Policies
14 Scholarships and 38 Student wellbeing and
awards support
16 The Trinity College 39 Accommodation
campus
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D i s c o v e r
Me l b o u r n e
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Melbourne has become one of the world’s most dynamic cities, known for its exciting events,
restaurants, cafes, business hubs, sports, multicultural communities and world-class education.
Spend time exploring the famous cobblestone lanes or walk to a scenic park or gallery. Whatever
you enjoy, it’s easy to navigate safely to your destination in a city connected by public transport
and bike paths. Find out more at visitmelbourne.com
About Melbourne
Average maximum daytime

temperature in Melbourne
More than 100 More cafes and restaurants

languages spoken by per capita than anywhere
Melbourne residents in the world
State capital One of the Population of

of Victoria and world’s most over 4.9 million
the largest city liveable cities
in Australia
Largest tramway system More than 2.5 million

outside of Europe international visitors per year
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Intelligence Unit (London), Melbourne was ranked in the top 10 Trading Economics
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Discover Melbourne
Navigating Melbourne
Melbourne has an easy-to-use and reliable public transport
system with trams, buses and trains operating throughout the
city and suburbs. The free tram zone running through the
central business district (CBD) allows you to easily enjoy
all the city has to offer. For more information about
public transport in Melbourne, visit ptv.vic.gov.au
Discover Melbourne
1. Lygon Street The heart of Melbourne’s

‘Little Italy’ and home to some of the
city’s best Italian restaurants, bars Trinity College
and shops.
2. Queen Victoria Market A bustling
marketplace with fresh, quality
produce and specialty shopping.
3. Melbourne Central A large shopping The University
centre and Melbourne’s transport hub. of Melbourne
4. State Library of Victoria A place to
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semester.
5. Docklands Melbourne’s spectacular
harbour, offering water-view
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restaurants, sporting events and 1. Lygon Street
shopping.
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6. Degraves Street Located across the
road from Flinders Street Station, this
is one of Melbourne’s first laneways,
lined with cafes and restaurants.
7. Federation Square The home of major
cultural attractions and considered
Melbourne’s meeting place.
2. Queen Victoria Market 3. Melbourne Central 4. State Library of Victoria
8. Southbank Melbourne’s bustling
waterfront hub, renowned for
restaurants, public art and stylish
retailers.
9. National Gallery of Victoria
Australia’s oldest, largest and Melbourne
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9. National Gallery
8. Southbank of Victoria

Discover Melbourne
Visiting Victoria
Melbourne is located near some of Australia’s most visited tourist sites. The state of Victoria
is famous for its beaches, hiking and walking paths, historic regional towns and scenic driving
routes. For more information, see visitvictoria.com
Darwin
Brisbane
Gold Coast
Perth Adelaide
Sydney
Canberra
(Australia’s capital city)
Melbourne
Hobart
Discover Melbourne
Grampians
Ski and snowboard
in the mountains
at various locations.
Go hiking in the amazing

Grampians National Park. Falls Creek
Relax at
Peninsula Hot
Springs on the
Mt Hotham Mornington
Peninsula.
Mt Buller
Go strawberry picking on
the Mornington Peninsula.
TRINITY
COLLEGE
Melbourne
St Kilda
Ballarat
Geelong
Visit Sovereign Hill,
Take a ride on the oldest,
an open-air museum Lorne Mornington continually operating roller
situated in an early Peninsula coaster in the world – the
gold diggings area. Apollo Bay Scenic Railway –
at St Kilda's historic Luna
Phillip Park amusement park.
Twelve Island
Apostles
Drive the scenic Great Ocean Road to Visit Phillip Island

see the iconic Twelve Apostles and to see the famous
stop at seaside towns along the way. Little Penguins.

Wh y C h o o s e
the U n i v e r s i t y
of Me l b o u r n e ?
The University of Melbourne is one of the world’s finest universities, ranked number one in
Australia.1 Our students succeed at the highest levels, while studying and creating lifelong
friendships with peers from all over Australia and more than 140 other countries. That’s why
some of the most ambitious minds choose Melbourne.
Reputation for excellence Student success Flexible degrees

Ranked number 1 in Australia1
Ranked number 8 worldwide Choose from more than 100 majors
for graduate employability2
Outstanding Study in the heart 50,000+ students

international reputation of Melbourne More than 40% international students
Ranked number 34 in the world1 A city within a city from 140+ countries
– with its own postcode!
1. Times Higher Education World University
Ranking 2023 and Academic Ranking of World
Universities 2021.
2. QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022.

Why Choose the University of Melbourne?
South Lawn UoM Life Sciences Building
Melbourne degrees
University of Melbourne degrees aren’t like others you’ll find in Australia. They’re aligned with
those offered by many top institutions worldwide, which means more opportunities for you.
A different way of thinking take a breadth subject in Mandarin Chinese – a great choice for
a scientist looking to work internationally and help solve global
You’ll start with an undergraduate degree. You can then choose
issues. You can also simply explore something you’ve always
to join the workforce or specialise at graduate level. Today’s
been curious about.
workplace demands forward-thinking graduates who are skilled
and resilient, with a broad outlook and collaborative approach. Some of our students find that after taking a breadth subject
they discover a passion they’d never known about and may even
change their career plans. Others might use breadth subjects to
It begins with your undergraduate degree improve their career prospects by complementing their major
Your undergraduate (bachelor) degree is your first university with a language, communications or business subject. ‘Breadth
degree. You can choose from more than 100 major fields of tracks’ (groups of subjects taken throughout your degree) may
study, giving you broad exposure to different ideas and ways of even qualify you for graduate study in a field that’s very different
thinking across many disciplines. You can focus on your major to your major.
from day one or keep your options open and discover new study
possibilities along the way.
Your next step: graduate study
When you’re informed and ready, you can choose from
Your major hundreds of graduate study options. You’ll get the full benefit
Your major is your chosen specialisation within your degree. of the graduate school experience by studying intensively in
You’ll develop a deep understanding of your major study area small classes led by experts and alongside others who share
from first to third year. In most degrees, you won’t need to select your interests and desire to succeed. You can work towards a
your major on day one. In first year, you’ll be able to explore professional qualification (for example, law through the Juris
a range of subject areas you’re interested in, so by the time it Doctor) or join our world-class researchers by taking a research
comes to choosing your major, you’ll be well informed. higher degree. Your graduate degree will be internationally
recognised and will set you apart from those who study a
traditional Australian single or double undergraduate degree.
What is a breadth subject?
A breadth subject is one taken from outside your core studies
or major. Most University of Melbourne undergraduates take
breadth subjects. Not only will breadth subjects provide you
with a greater understanding of the world around you, they will
allow you to tailor your course to fit your individual passions
and career ambitions. You might, for example, study science but
Why Choose the University of Melbourne?
Melbourne School of Design Business and Economics
The University of Melbourne campus

You’ll feel at home the moment you step
onto the University of Melbourne grounds.
Our Parkville campus is a city within a city.
With cafes, libraries, gyms, specialty stores,
a small supermarket and even a seasonal
farmers’ market, you’ll never have to leave.
The Parkville campus is situated within a renowned knowledge

precinct, which includes eight hospitals, many leading research
institutes and a wide range of knowledge-based industries.
Your Foundation Studies classes are taught at the University’s
Parkville campus and in nearby Carlton, so you can enjoy the
benefits of campus life from day one. See page 16 for more
information about the TCFS teaching facilities and locations.
Doreen Penherio, Bangladesh

August Main 2019
Bachelor of Science
12 libraries 25+ cafes Trinity College Foundation Studies offers a guaranteed

pathway to the University of Melbourne and the
program is delivered in the same format as university.
I learnt the basics of academic writing, submitting
assignments, time management and citations, which
prepared me well for university. Trinity College is so
close to the University of Melbourne that I became
familiar with the campus and participated in university
events. When I started my degree, I was already a
8 museums 150+ 40+ part of the University of Melbourne and felt confident
and galleries student clubs sporting clubs instead of nervous and scared.

Yo u r J o u r n e y
B e g i n s H e r e
Your Journey Begins Here
Trinity College was founded in 1872 following the model of the English colleges of Oxford
and Cambridge, and was affiliated as a college of the University of Melbourne. It is the
University’s oldest residential college. Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS) was
established in 1990 to provide a preparatory pathway for talented international students
seeking entry to the University of Melbourne. Today, an extremely high percentage of Trinity’s
Foundation Studies students matriculate the University of Melbourne, and are often among
the University’s best performers.
Your path to the University of Melbourne

High school in Trinity College 1st year University of
your home country Foundation Studies Melbourne bachelor degree
About the program TCFS to university TCFS graduates have also found
a pathway to various international
TCFS is the only foundation studies progression institutions,2 including:
program with guaranteed entry into TCFS is recognised as a pathway to all
University of Melbourne undergraduate • the University of Oxford (UK)
Australian universities, including:
courses for students who achieve the • Massachusetts Institute of
• the University of Melbourne
required scores. TCFS is a rigorous and Technology (US)
challenging academic program taught • the Australian National University
• McGill University (Canada)
by leading academics. The program has • the University of Queensland
• the University of Manchester (UK)
been designed in conjunction with the • the University of Sydney
University of Melbourne and is supervised • Boston University (US)
• Monash University
by the University’s Academic Board. • the University of Nottingham (UK)
• the University of New South Wales
• the University of Leeds (UK)
Where will I study? • the University of Western Australia
Parkville (on the University of • the University of Liverpool (UK)
• the University of Adelaide.
Melbourne campus) and Carlton • the University of Leicester (UK)
More than 90 per cent of graduating • London College of Fashion (UK).
What does it lead to? TCFS students are eligible for an offer at
1st year undergraduate degree at 1. M
inimum entry requirements apply, based
a Group of Eight university. on English language skills and level of study
the University of Melbourne
achieved in your home country.
When will I commence? 2. A
pplications to institutions outside Australia
are considered on a case-by-case basis.
January, February, June, August or
September1
What type of classes do I attend?

Lectures and tutorials, just like at
university
Huizi Ma, China at the University of Melbourne. Trinity

College is a really warm and friendly
February Main 2020
Bachelor of Commerce environment and staff really care
International Undergraduate about students and try their best to
Partner Scholarship 2021
help with any problems. I not only
TCFS allows you to experience learnt the foundations in my field of
various types of subjects and choose interest but have also improved my
electives that are related to the English. Most importantly, I really
course you are interested in studying made some precious friendships.

Scholarships and
awards
Our scholarships and awards are designed
to celebrate your talent and commitment
to your education.
Scholarships for future students

Trinity College Foundation Studies scholarships are awarded to
Tugsgerel Lkhagvasuren, Mongolia outstanding students in each major intake on the basis of academic
February Main 2020 merit, intake and region, and are allocated on a competitive basis.
Bachelor of Science
All prospective students are automatically considered for a scholarship
Academic Merit Scholarship 2020
at the time of application. To be eligible, you need to have achieved
TCFS helps with everything you need to know excellent high school results, not be a permanent resident of Australia
before starting your studies at the University and have lodged a Trinity College Foundation Studies application form.
of Melbourne. The staff are really helpful and For more information, visit trinity.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships
friendly and I enjoyed studying with awesome
people and exploring the depths of Western
culture. Before coming to Melbourne and Trinity University of Melbourne scholarships
College, just thinking about studying in a new Trinity College Foundation Studies graduates are regular recipients of
city with students from all over the world University of Melbourne scholarships.
made me nervous, but after graduating from These include Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarships,
TCFS, I felt confident and ready to study at the International Merit Scholarships, Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarships
University of Melbourne. and Commerce Global Scholarships.
For more information, visit scholarships.unimelb.edu.au
Weng Jae Chin, Malaysia

February Main 2020
Bachelor of Science
Melbourne International
Undergraduate Scholarship 2021
Trinity College made it easy for me to meet

new people and make friends. The lecturers
and tutors are very friendly and help us in our
studies and ease us into university life. The
Foundation Studies program equipped me with
various academic skills that are essential at
university, such as writing academic essays,
and having these skills before starting
university really helped me. If I didn’t have this
experience, I would likely have struggled with
assignments.

The Trinity College campus

From modern classrooms and high-tech laboratories to historical architecture, our campuses are
equipped with first-class teaching facilities. All campus locations are within easy walking distance
of the main Trinity College campus and the University of Melbourne.
Trinity College main campus
100 Royal Parade, Leeper Library

Parkville, Melbourne From the beginnings of the College in
Within the grounds of the 1872, the Leeper Library has formed an
University of Melbourne important part of Trinity’s historical and
cultural significance, and is an excellent
2.6km walk or tram ride from resource for students. Here you can find a
Melbourne CBD
quiet place to study between classes.
Bishops’
Gateway
The historical Bishops’ building is the
The Gateway building offers direct
main building on campus. It includes
pedestrian access for all Foundation
the campus reception office as well as
Studies students between Trinity and the
residential rooms, tutors’ flats and Trinity’s
University of Melbourne. Here you will
grand dining hall and cafe. On the adjacent
enjoy class time in tutorial rooms, drama
Bulpadock lawn you can relax between
studios, music practice rooms and a 300-
classes, and enjoy TCFS annual events,
seat lecture theatre.
including Big Noise and Fair Dinkum.
Victoria Street campus Bouverie Street campus
200 Victoria Street, Carlton, Melbourne 243 Bouverie Street, Carlton, Melbourne
2-minute walk to Queen Victoria Market 1.5km walk from Trinity College
1.5km walk to Trinity College main campus main campus
Just outside the University of Melbourne precinct, Victoria Trinity College science labs are located at our Bouverie Street
Street is a contemporary campus with modern classrooms and campus, adjacent to the University of Melbourne. Here you will
open study spaces. There is also plenty of room to study with a learn about biology and chemistry.
group of friends.
From Victoria Street, take a two-minute walk to the Queen
Victoria Market and enjoy the cultural flavours of Melbourne
during your class breaks.
Chien Chen, Taiwan

February Main 2020
Bachelor of Commerce
Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship 2021
TCFS is the place where you meet people from all over the world and are
connected to lively cultures, and it allows you to build your network for
university in advance. Studying at Trinity College not only brings you academic
achievement but also lifelong experiences, such as living in an amazing city with
amazing people. The high-quality teaching and advanced facilities are impressive
and make it exciting to go to school every day.

Meet your academics
Monique Rita Sara Evans

Dalgleish George Media and
Drama lecturer Psychology lecturer Communications
lecturer
Monique joined Trinity on completion of Rita has been teaching Psychology at Sara has been teaching Media and
her PhD at the University of Melbourne, Trinity College since 2016. Before this, She Communications at Trinity since 2016. She
where she researched the richness and worked for 14 years as a paediatric dental enjoys working with international students
value of creative/expressive art-making surgeon in Kuwait and Dubai. It was during and greatly admires their work ethic and
practices. This built on her masters’ this time that she realised her passion for their ability to undertake academic study
research into the power of dance when it teaching while training surgical interns in their second language.
comes to wellbeing. at the hospital. After moving to Australia, Sara holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional
Monique is a passionate teacher of drama Rita entered university for a second time Writing) from Deakin University and a
as a means of embodied self-expression to take on a new challenge in her early Graduate Diploma of Education (Sec)
and enjoys helping our students build 40s by studying a completely different from Monash University. In 2010, she
skills that enable them to straddle discipline – psychology. Rita went on to underwent further teacher training – the
languages and cultures in new and complete a PhD in Psychology from Deakin Certificate of English Language Teaching
productive ways. She also believes in the University, where her research focused to Adults (CELTA) – to move into tertiary
importance of working collaboratively on Autism Spectrum Disorder and the ESL teaching. In 2020, she completed the
to find ways to express our relationship development of sexual orientation and Master of Applied Linguistics (TESOL)
with a constantly shifting and challenging gender-identity within this population. at the University of Melbourne. Sara
world. Through many years of teaching As a wife and mother of three sons with is currently enrolled in her second
drama in schools, Monique has become experience as an international mature- master’s program at the University of
adept at providing nurturing environments age student, Rita uses her personal Melbourne, the Master of Global Media
for students to work together, exploring stories and humour to create a safe and Communication, and hopes to pursue PhD
their communication and performance engaging atmosphere in her classroom, research in this field over the next few
skills. Living and working in South where she hopes students will engage years.
America for six years while teaching and with the rich gift of independent thinking Before arriving at Trinity, Sara taught
completing her masters’ thesis provided and efficient expression. Her students ELICOS at Monash College and VCE
Monique an invaluable experience in are encouraged to participate in dialogue English and Media at secondary colleges
learning to overcome the challenges of about current events and how it relates in Melbourne. She has also taught
living in a new cultural environment. All to the ‘mysteries of the human mind’, as at primary and secondary schools in
of this has provided Monique with much well as the intersection of culture, age and London. Sara is passionate about teaching
to offer students in Trinity’s Foundation gender in the navigation of the complexity and has appreciated the opportunities
Studies program. of everyday life. to meet many interesting people –
Rita is passionate about increasing mental students, teachers and those in the wider
health awareness, reducing related stigma, education community – over her 20-year
challenging her students to develop a teaching career. She is keen to now use
respect for themselves and others, and her upcoming studies concerning the
finally watching them walk out of Trinity intersection of politics and social media,
College into a world full of possibilities, and in particular the emerging laws
with their heads held high and their hearts concerning citizen journalism, to dig
well-equipped to face new adventures. deeper into media and communications
and help her students effectively navigate
their way through this increasingly
complex area of media literacy.
Sasha Leigh Theresa

Cyganowski Humphries Dang
Mathematics 2 Mathematics 1 eLearning Manager
lecturer and lecturer and
Subject Leader Subject Leader
Sasha has been teaching Mathematics 2 Leigh joined the TCFS program in 2013 Theresa has been teaching Biology at
in the TCFS program since 1997. Before while in the final stages of writing his Trinity College since 2015. She enjoys
joining Trinity, he completed a PhD in PhD. During his time at Trinity, he has working with students from all over the
general relativity and conducted research lectured and tutored both Mathematics 1 world and helps them to explore the many
in stochastic numerics, which resulted and Mathematics 2 in the Standard and wonders of biology. She particularly likes
in the book titled From Elementary Fast Track programs, and became the to share how an understanding of biology
Probability to Stochastic Differential Mathematics 1 Subject Leader in 2020. can maintain, benefit and enhance the
Equations with MAPLE, published by He’s very pleased to have a job where he quality of life.
Springer-Verlag. While such a book is can spend most of his time talking about Theresa holds a PhD in neuroscience
an esoteric read, Sasha was pleasantly mathematics. and has worked as a neuroscientist
surprised when a student from China said Leigh holds a PhD in Set Theory from the in Australia, Germany and Japan. Her
she had chosen to study at Trinity after University of Melbourne. Prior to working research focused on understanding
reading this book in secondary school. at Trinity he taught mathematics and logic and treating neurological disorders.
Sasha has delivered mathematics at the University of Melbourne and as a She has published several scientific
seminars in Malaysia, New Zealand, visitor at universities in the US and New research papers internationally and has
Canada and the United States, and has Zealand. taught undergraduate Neuroscience and
taught courses in Indonesia and Ireland. In his spare time, Leigh enjoys cooking Psychology at Monash University.
He enjoys seeing and helping students and eating, listens to jazz and indulges These days, Theresa uses her
of all backgrounds and abilities learn himself in a variety of crafts and hobbies. understanding of the brain to help
mathematics, whether that be as an Occasionally he tries to explain the students at Trinity College reach their full
individual student in silent contemplation different infinities to his friends and family. learning potential. As eLearning Manager,
of a challenging problem or a group of she enjoys incorporating technology into
classmates in raucous engagement as they the classroom to enhance the student
attempt to program a robotic sphere to learning experience. She looks forward
negotiate an obstacle course. to meeting and inspiring new students in
Sasha encourages his students to engage their studies.
with mathematics outside of the classroom
and felt a great sense of pride in 2018
when a group of Mathematics 2 students
won the Australian phase of the NASA Zero
Robotics competition and subsequently Anjali Kumanan, Malaysia
had their code run on the International January Main Plus 2020
Space Station. Bachelor of Arts
I really enjoyed the consistency of how engaging

and diversified the teaching styles and content were
across all subjects. This allowed us to reach our full
potential, as you never felt excluded – it was such an
openly inclusive learning environment. This meant
an individual’s need was never neglected and this
naturally grew our confidence and enthusiasm to keep
challenging ourselves and working towards our goals.

TCFS pathway to the University of Melbourne

When you apply to join Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS), admissions staff will assess
your application and make an offer for the intake that best suits your academic and English
requirements, and best prepares you for your chosen bachelor degree.
2024
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
A program that allows students from some countries to commence at

January Comprehensive
Trinity College at a different phase of their secondary schooling
16 January to 6 December 2024
and provides additional preparation in mathematics.
A program that allows students from some countries to commence at

January Comprehensive Plus
Trinity College at a different phase of their secondary schooling
16 January to 6 December 2024
and provides additional preparation in mathematics and English.
February Standard Our two Standard intakes are our most popular programs and suit
15 February to 29 November 2024 students who are confident with their English and mathematics.
An intensive program with

June Fast Track
higher entry requirements
11 June 2024 to 29 January 2025
than the Standard intakes.
July Comprehensive
16 July 2024 to 6 June 2025
July Comprehensive Plus

16 July 2024 to 6 June 2025
August Standard
8 August 2024 to 30 May 2025
September Fast Track

24 September 2024 to 30 May 2025
The TCFS program meets the requirements for foundation programs registered on the
CRICOS for delivery in Australia to overseas students, providing academic preparation for
entry into first-year undergraduate study or its equivalent. Extended courses offered are
not remedial and not available to students who do not meet TCFS requirements.
2025
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Enter university
February 2025
A program that allows students from some countries to

commence at Trinity College at a different phase of their
secondary schooling and provides additional preparation
in mathematics.
A program that allows students from some countries to

commence at Trinity College at a different phase of their
secondary schooling and provides additional preparation
in mathematics and English.
Enter university
Our two Standard intakes are our most popular July 2025
programs and suit students who are confident with
their English and mathematics.
An intensive program with higher entry requirements than the

Standard intakes.

University of Melbourne entry requirements
Graduating from Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS) guarantees you a place
in your preferred course at the University of Melbourne if you meet the required
prerequisites and score.
Calculating your final score

All TCFS students study five subjects: two compulsory core subjects and three electives. A final score is calculated by taking the average
best four subjects, excluding English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Maths 1 is included in the best four score for Commerce; and English
and History of Ideas are included for Arts. Music (Practical) results cannot be used in the calculation of entrance scores for non-music-
related faculties. A score of at least 50 per cent in EAP is a requirement for all courses. It is a requirement to pass both core subjects.
Visit the University of Melbourne website for entry requirements to other undergraduate degrees study.unimelb.edu.au/find/
Course TCFS 2024 prerequisite subjects Major at the University of Melbourne

guaranteed
score
Bachelor of Agriculture 75 EAP, English, History of Ideas and Agricultural Economics, Plant and Soil Science,
Mathematics 1 Production Animal Science
February (Semester 1)
and July (Semester 2)
#21 in the world for Veterinary
Science1
#1 in Australia for Life
Sciences2
Bachelor of Arts 80 EAP, English^ and History of Ideas^ Ancient World Studies, Anthropology, Arabic Studies, Art
History, Asian Studies, Chinese Societies*, Chinese Studies,
Classics, Creative Writing, Criminology, Development Studies*,
Economics, English and Theatre Studies, English Language
#1 in Australia and Studies*, Environmental Studies*, European Studies*, French
#12 in the world for Social Studies, Gender Studies, Geography, German Studies, Hebrew
Policy & Administration and Jewish Studies, History, History and Philosophy of Science,
#1 in Australia and Indigenous Studies, Indonesian Studies, Islamic Studies, Italian
#16 in the world for Arts & Studies, Japanese Societies*, Japanese Studies, Knowledge and
Humanities Learning*, Korean Studies*, Law and Justice*, Linguistics and
#1 in Australia and Applied Linguistics, Media and Communications, Medieval and
#26 in the world for Modern Early Modern Studies*, Philosophy, Politics and International
Languages Studies, Psychology, Russian Studies, Screen and Cultural Studies,
Sociology, Spanish and Latin American Studies
*Study area available as a minor only
Bachelor of Biomedicine 91 EAP, English, History of Ideas, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry and Mathematics 1 Systems, Biotechnology, Cell and Development Biology, Genetics,
Human Nutrition, Human Structure and Function, Immunology,
Infection and Immunity Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pathology,
#1 in Australia, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychology
#14 in the world for Clinical
and Health2
Course TCFS 2024 prerequisite subjects Major at the University of Melbourne

guaranteed
score
Bachelor of Commerce 86 EAP, English, Mathematics 1^ Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Economics, Finance, Management,
and History of Ideas Marketing
and July (Semester 2) Applicants intending to commence a
major in Actuarial Studies mid-year
#1 in Australia
(July) are recommended to take
#34 in the world for Business
Mathematics 2.
and Management Studies1
Bachelor of Design 80 EAP, English and History of Ideas Architecture, Civil Engineering Systems, Computing & Software
Environment, Development and Systems, Construction, Digital Infrastructure Engineering Systems,
Design is a recommended subject Graphic Design, Landscape Architecture, Mechanical Engineering
for the Bachelor of Design. Systems, Performance Design, Property, Urban Planning, User
#1 in Australia and Experience Design
#24 in the world for Applicants intending to major in Civil
Architecture and Built Systems, Computing, Construction,
Environment Mechanical Systems, Property or
Spatial Systems may be required
to undertake a bridging subject in
mathematics as breadth in first year.
Bachelor of Music N/A* EAP, English, History of Ideas, Music Composition, Interactive Composition, Jazz and Improvisation,
and knowledge of music theory and Performance/Composition/Musicology/Ethnomusicology
February (Semester 1) and
harmony of at least AMEB Grade 5
July (Semester 2). Semester 2
level or equivalent.
for international students only.
#1 in Australia,
#49 in the world for
Performing Arts1
Bachelor of Science 80 EAP, English, History of Ideas, Agricultural Science, Animal Health and Disease, Animal Science
Mathematics 1 and one of Biology, and Management, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biomedical
Chemistry or Physics. Or EAP, Engineering Systems, Biotechnology, Cell and Developmental
English, History of Ideas and both Biology, Chemical Engineering Systems, Chemistry, Civil
#1 in Australia and Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2 Engineering Systems, Climate and Weather, Computing and
#41 in the world for Biological Software Systems, Data Science, Digital Infrastructure Engineering
Sciences Systems, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Ecosystem Science,
#1 in Australia and Electrical Engineering Systems, Environmental Engineering
#43 in the world for Computer Systems, Environmental Science, Food Science, Genetics,
Science Geography, Geology, Human Nutrition, Human Structure and
Function, Immunology, Infection and Immunity, Marine Biology,
Mathematical Physics, Mathematics and Statistics, Mechanical
Engineering Systems, Mechatronics Engineering Systems,
Microbiology, Neuroscience, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physics,
Physiology, Plant Science, Psychology, Veterinary Biosciences,
Zoology
Bachelor of Fine Arts Students wishing to undertake Fine Arts at the University of Melbourne should enrol in any of the degrees listed in this
table then apply for Fine Arts once at Trinity. Additional entry requirements will be applicable (e.g. audition, interview,
folio presentation). Note that entry to Fine Arts is only available in February (Semester 1) and there are limited places for
#1 in Australia, international students.
#49 in the world for
Performing Arts1
Bachelor of Oral Health 803 EAP, English, History of Ideas and one Clinical and Preventative Dentistry, Dental and Health Sciences,
of Biology or Chemistry Social Sciences and Health Promotion, Vocational Clinical Practice
To find out more about any of these subject areas, please visit study.unimelb.edu.au
^ These prerequisite subjects must be included in the final best four calculation
* A range of criteria is used for selection. Check for additional requirements at study.unimelb.edu.au
1. QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
2. Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2022
3. Indicative score only (entry is not guaranteed)

W h a t W i l l Y o u St u d y ?
What Will You Study?
The Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS) curriculum is specifically designed to give you
the best foundation for success at top Australian and overseas universities. The university
environment will require you to speak in front of others, work in groups, develop an argument,
and be creative, constructive, analytical and critical. The academic skills and critical thinking
outcomes of the core curriculum will give you the confidence and ability to achieve success in
your future studies.
2 Core subjects 3 Elective subjects

(studied by all students) (students select three of the following elective subjects)
English (includes three components: Accounting Environment, Mathematics 21

English Literature, Drama and English Development and Media and
Biology
for Academic Purposes) Design Communications
Chemistry1
History of Ideas Mathematics 11 Music1,2,3
Economics
Physics1
Psychology
1. You must have prior knowledge of these subjects in order to enrol in them.
2. You can only select Music if your University of Melbourne chosen degree is the Bachelor of Music.
3. Music is taken as a fourth elective and attracts an additional fee.
Standard intake Teaching style

The core curriculum in the Standard intake is specifically The teaching approach at Trinity is carefully designed to prepare
designed to develop intellectual breadth. You can choose you for university. You will attend university-style lectures and
elective subjects to suit your particular areas of study interest. tutorials that will help you develop a deep understanding of
Certain electives, such as Mathematics 1 and science subjects each subject. Classes are held in top-quality teaching spaces
(Biology, Chemistry and Physics), are prerequisites for entry to and facilities, such as laboratories for science subjects, to
some courses at the University of Melbourne, and you will need provide a rich learning experience. You will be required to
to have prior knowledge of the subject in order to enrol in it. prepare for each class, and develop a range of academic
skills including asking questions, assessing your own level of
knowledge and confidently presenting on a range of topics. You
Fast Track intake will also be guided to develop good study habits outside of class.
The Fast Track intake is aimed at students who meet higher
academic and English language entry requirements. It follows
the same curriculum as the Standard program, but is taught in eLearning at Trinity
an accelerated timeframe. Trinity College is committed to quality eLearning and you will
Note: Music is not available in the Fast Track intake. receive an electronic device to support your studies when you
join the program. Your experience will be enhanced by learning
technology, including interactive simulations and original digital
Comprehensive and media content, to help you master the material. You will take an
Comprehensive Plus intake active role in your own learning process; equipping yourself with
The Comprehensive and Comprehensive Plus intakes allow the skills to leverage technology as you progress through your
students from some countries to commence their studies at university and professional journey.
Trinity College at a different phase of their secondary schooling.
The Comprehensive intake also allows students requiring
Assessment
additional preparation in mathematics to be considered.
The Comprehensive Plus intake allows students requiring All subjects are assessed through a combination of tests, work
additional preparation in mathematics and English language throughout the year and a final exam. Assessment is designed to
development to be considered. help you to achieve results that show your full potential. Reports
are made available to parents and guardians through a secure
Students remain in the same cohort throughout the program,
portal, and you will also receive a copy. Subject and assessment
fostering a sense of group cohesion and improving pastoral
information can be found from page 26 of this prospectus, and
and educational outcomes. This intake provides flexibility in
more detailed information is available on our website
catering for students with varying academic backgrounds,
trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/foundation-studies
ensuring everyone in the program is prepared to transition to
-program
the University of Melbourne and succeed from day one of their
degree.
Note: Music is not available in the Comprehensive intake.

Core curriculum subjects
English
The English subject consists of three components:
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

• English Literature – worth 70% of your overall mark for English
• Drama – worth 30% of your overall mark for English
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

EAP is part of the core subject of English. You must achieve a score of at least
50 per cent in EAP. However, a score of less than 70 per cent in EAP may require
you to do a bridging subject at the University of Melbourne.
EAP is designed to help you develop study skills in the following areas:
• Interpreting information – understanding spoken and written academic texts,
identifying relevant information, synthesising information from listening and
reading texts, and recognising points of view and bias.
• Expressing ideas – formulating an opinion, presenting an argument
using academic style in both oral and written forms, paraphrasing, using
academic referencing conventions, structuring academic essays, reports and
presentations, and participating in discussions.
Assessment
Written assessments: 70%
Oral assessments: 25% Margaretha Devina
Devina, Indonesia
Participation and independent learning: 5% July Fast Track 2020
Subject Leader Bachelor of Commerce Global Scholarship
Mr John Murphy 2021
BA (Communication Studies) Newcastle
I liked English for Academic Purposes
MTESOL Victoria
(EAP) because it taught me how to do
citations, how to conduct research and
how to write academic essays, which is
very important for university studies.
English Literature
English Literature is designed to improve your English and academic skills
by providing instruction in reading, analysing, discussing and writing about a
variety of literary texts.
This subject will help you develop a nuanced understanding of different uses of
language and various English-speaking cultures. The study of English literature
prepares you for life in English-speaking environments, including universities
and the broader Australian community. It will also assist you in developing
critical thinking, communication and writing skills, which are essential in all
tertiary subjects.
In English Literature, you will study texts including:
• short fiction
• poetry
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• Shakespearean drama. Bachelor of Commerce
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These texts will develop your ability to interpret and use sophisticated forms of Scholarship 2021
language, such as symbolism, connotation, metaphor and narrative.
Assessment Literature was one of my favourite
Written assessment (essays and exams): 50% subjects as I enjoyed the analysis of
Class participation: 10% the language used by the authors of
the short stories, poetry, novels and
Creative and/or reflective assignment: 5%
plays we studied. It was interesting
Group presentation: 5% to develop our own interpretation of
Subject Leader the themes demonstrated in the text
and it was fun and useful to discuss
Dr Mark Nixon
our thoughts with our tutors and
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classmates.

Drama
This subject develops communication skills and will help you learn how to use
English language within the Australian social and cultural context. It promotes
group skills, fosters creativity and imagination, develops self-confidence and
encourages initiative, responsibility and leadership.
Drama will help you develop:
• a confident understanding of the impact of body language and vocal skills for
effective communication
• an understanding of dramatic elements, such as space, time and tension
• exploration, understanding and development of text, working solo, in pairs or
in larger groups
• an understanding of improvisation, characterisation, roleplay, monologue and
dialogue Kitaila Taleni, Samoa
• theatrical storytelling – both literal and abstract (through images, text and January Main Plus 2020
poetry) – culminating in group performances Bachelor of Science
• voice projection and articulation. Drama was a favourite because it

taught me to be creative and to work
Assessment
collaboratively with others. Directing a
Solo physical communication task and solo monologue task: 10% miming activity, producing a story and
Group-devised performance, incorporating performance, self-evaluation and watching it come to life on screen was
participation components: 10% an awesome experience. More than
Final group performance exam, incorporating performance and participation that, it changed the confidence I had
components: 10% about myself and those of my peers.
We learned to confidently express
Subject Leader ourselves, be it verbally or through
Dr Rosemary Blight body language.
BA, DipEd, MEd, PhD Melb
Mr Steven Smith
BA, DipArts(Drama) VCA
History of Ideas
This subject is an intensive university preparation subject that examines
Western society and the ideas that affect our lives. Through this subject, you will
develop the specific academic skills required in all university faculties, including
academic communication through oral and written discussion, research and
correct use of published material, critical use of data and analysis of complex
issues. You will read about and discuss important philosophers, scientists and
religious and political writers, and formulate your own responses.
Within these themes, History of Ideas examines:
• reasoning, science and methods of achieving knowledge
• educational methods and aims
• scepticism and debate
• democracy and other political views Junfei Zhang, China
• power relationships and equality February Main 2020
Bachelor of Science
• ideas of rights and freedom Melbourne International Undergraduate
• religious and philosophical influences on society Scholarship 2021
• colonialism, racism and globalisation My favourite core subject was

• the twenty-first century and the questioning of ‘truth’. History of Ideas (HOI). It consisted
of discussions and examinations of
Assessment Western ideas from ancient times
All students must pass History of Ideas in order to pass Foundation Studies. to the present. I found the content
Standard intakes very interesting, including topics
Exam: 30% relating to reasoning, power relations,
Essays: 50% and the questioning of ‘truth’. My
Participation: 20% tutor was very passionate about the
content and always shared his unique
Comprehensive intakes
understanding with us.
Exam: 25%
Essays: 60%
Participation: 15%
Subject Leaders
Dr Alicia Coram
BA(Hons) Syd, PhD Monash
Dr Micaela Sahhar
BA(Hons), LLB, PhD Melb, CELTA Cantab, GradCertTESOL Holmesglen

Elective curriculum subjects
Accounting
This subject introduces you to fundamental accounting tools to provide a basis
for analysing and interpreting financial statements and internal management
documents throughout your career. The educational philosophy used is based
on the ‘building blocks’ approach (the accounting cycle), a sequence of steps or
procedures related to a firm’s accounts and account entries, which culminates in
the ultimate objective of financial reports.
Course outline
Semester 1
• Understanding basic accounting concepts
• Summarising and reporting accounting information
• The measurement of profit
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• Special aspects and application of decision-making
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Bachelor of Arts
Semester 2
• Accounting for accounts receivable and bad debts Trinity College Foundation Studies has
• Alternative inventory valuation models prepared me extensively for tertiary
studies as the program is designed
• Goods and Services Tax (GST)
in conjunction with the University of
• Valuation of non-current assets and making financing decisions Melbourne. After completing TCFS
• Accounting for partnerships and companies and moving to university, I did not feel
• Ethics and its relevance to business naïve – lectures, small-size tutorials
and the independent learning style are
• Financial statement and ratio analysis
equivalent to the university academic
• Management and manufacturing; application of costing the cash-flow system. Trinity College also enhanced
statement my skills in English, most importantly
in writing, and I understand plagiarism
Assessment
and referencing.
Exams: 70%
Assignment: 10%
Reports: 10%
Attendance and participation: 10%
Subject Leader
Ms Mary Zafirakis
BEc, PostGradDip(Acc) Monash
Biology Chemistry
Biology aims to foster an understanding of major biological This subject provides a foundation for further study
concepts, an awareness of how such concepts are in chemistry and related disciplines. The focus is on
connected within the biological sciences and an appreciation understanding chemical concepts and calculations,
and interest in biological science as an integral part of development of laboratory and reporting skills, awareness of
society and everyday life. The subject provides a strong safety protocols, fluency in terminology, and an appreciation
foundation for further study of the biological sciences and of the role of chemistry in our world.
related disciplines.
Course outline
Course outline
Semester 1
Semester 1 • Nomenclature and stoichiometry
• Cell structure and function – biological molecules, • Atomic structure and bonding
prokaryotes, eukaryotes and organelles, and energy
• Liquids, gases and solids
systems
• Chemistry of main group elements, transition metals and
• Plants – plant cells, tissues and the plant body
coordination chemistry
• Animals – organ systems, tissues and organs
Semester 2
Semester 2
• Organic chemistry and spectroscopy
• Genetics – cell division, inheritance, gene expression,
• Food chemistry
genetic engineering, human genetics, reproduction and
development • Sustainable chemistry
• Evolution and diversity – evidence and mechanisms for • Fundamentals of chemical reactions – thermochemistry,
evolution, viruses, bacteria, fungi and protists kinetics and chemical equilibria
• Acid-base equilibria
Assessment
• Redox chemistry, electrolysis and extraction of metals
Exams: 70%
Assignment: 10% Assessment
Practical classes: 20% Exams: 60%
Assignment: 10%
Subject Leader
Quizzes: 10%
Dr Catherine Symington
BAgrSc(Hons), PhD La Trobe, MEd(EdMgt) Melb Practical classes: 20%
Subject Leader
Dr Kerry Higgins
BSc(Hons), PhD Melb
Kah Yi Phoon, Malaysia

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Bachelor of Biomedicine
Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship 2021
Through TCFS, I’ve learnt to be more communicative and to voice my opinion.

The teachers always encouraged us to discuss and share our views in class. This
helped build my confidence to speak up and I became less afraid to make mistakes.
Personally, this is one of the greatest skills I learnt during my Foundation Studies
program and it will benefit my university studies and future career.

Economics Environment, Development and Design

This subject covers major issues and institutions related to The concept of environmentally sustainable development
the Australian economy. It aims to help you: is at the heart of this subject, and is increasingly becoming
• gain an understanding of economics as a field of study, the focus of government policy, business and educational
and consider issues from an economic perspective institutions.
• learn the basic concepts and principles of economics You will become familiar with environmentally sustainable
• obtain knowledge of major aspects of the Australian development and its application globally and will come to
economic system understand how different environments and societies interact.
We investigate design solutions to many current global
• develop a capacity to think analytically, and discuss and
challenges.
write effectively about economics.
This subject is recommended for students wishing to study a
Course outline Bachelor of Design at the University of Melbourne.
Semester 1: Microeconomics Course outline

• The nature and method of economics Semester 1 and 2
• Supply and demand analysis in the competitive market • Ecological history of humanity
• Applications of the competitive model • Population growth and resource consumption
• The concept of market structure • What is sustainability?
• Perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly and • Economic sustainability and globalisation
monopolistically competitive markets
• Sustainable business
• Market failure
• Social sustainability and gender
Semester 2: Macroeconomics • What is climate change?
• Monitoring and understanding the macroeconomy • Climate change and related hazards
• GDP as a measure of total production, income and • Who is affected most by climate change?
economic growth • Consequences of climate change
• Unemployment rate, labour force participation rate and • Responses to climate change
types of unemployment
• Renewable energy as a solution
• CPI and inflation rate
• Sustainable water use
• Exchange rate
• What is a city?
• Aggregate expenditure multiplier
• Sustainable city design
• Demand and supply side policies – fiscal, monetary,
• Megacities
microeconomic reforms and income
• Slums
Assessment • Resilient and liveable cities
ESQ quiz: 20% • Sustainable building design
Mid-Semester 2 test: 20% • Melbourne: a sustainable, liveable, resilient city?
Final exam: 50% • Urban agriculture
Attendance and participation: 10%
Assessment
Subject Leader
Quiz: 5%
Ms Vandana Wadhwa
Exam: 30%
BA(Eco)(Hons), MA(Eco)DSE, Med Melb, GradDipSecEd
Monash Fieldwork report: 25%
Research essay: 25%
Group research presentation: 15%
Subject Leader
Ms Joanne Boyle
BA Monash, GradDipEd Deakin
Mathematics 1 Mathematics 2
This subject develops mathematical knowledge and skills in This subject is a specialised mathematics subject that aims to
pre-calculus, calculus, matrices, statistics and probability, as provide you with the skills to succeed in university courses
preparation for a wide variety of university courses. requiring a high level of analytical and logical thought, such
Course outline as mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science
and actuarial studies.
Semester 1
Course outline
• Review of algebra and trigonometry
• Functions and graphs Semester 1
• Limits, continuity, differentiability, differentiation from first • Logic
principles and differentiation formulae • Complex numbers
• Implicit differentiation • Matrices and transformations
• Related rates of change • Ellipses and hyperbolas
• Applications of differentiation and optimisation • Vectors
• Computer programming
Semester 2
• Anti-differentiation, fundamental theorem of calculus and Semester 2
evaluation of areas • Statistical inference
• Indefinite integrals and further applications of integration • Techniques of anti-differentiation
• Permutations and combinations • Volumes of solids of revolution
• Introduction to probability, probability distributions, • Approximation of definite integrals
expected values and standard deviation
• Differential equations
• Binomial, hypergeometric and geometric distributions
• Computer programming
• Continuous probability density functions, mean, median,
variance and applications Assessment
• Normal distributions and confidence intervals for a Term 1 assessment: 25%
population proportion Term 2 assessment: 25%
Assessment Term 3 assessment: 25%
Quizzes: 10% Term 4 assessment: 25%
Assignments: 10% Subject Leader
Tests and exams: 80% Dr Sasha Cyganowski
BSc(Hons), PhD Deakin
Subject Leader
Dr Leigh Humphries
BSc, PGDipSci, PhD Melb

Media and Communications Physics

In this subject, you will be introduced to the dynamic world This subject provides a foundation for further studies
of the media and associated industries, and their influence in physics and related analytical-type disciplines, such
on society and the individual. as science and engineering. You will learn to develop
Through a combination of theory, application and practice, problem-solving strategies and laboratory skills, as well as
you will emerge with a greater understanding of how the quantitative physical models, and will become aware of the
media works and an ability to design and produce a range of assumptions upon which these models are based.
media products. You will also learn to apply electronic, mechanical and optical
Course outline techniques of measurement in the laboratory, and record
quantitative data with associated uncertainties. The laboratory
Semester 1 measurement techniques also include computer-interfaced
• Media literacy, media representation, film language, genre experiments for collecting and analysing data.
theory and audiences
Course outline
• The story of film – from silent movies to blockbusters and
beyond Semester 1
• Film marketing and advertising – the trailer and film • Physical quantities and units
poster • Vectors
• Motion in 1D and 2D
Semester 2
• Forces and Newton’s laws
• Journalism and the newsroom – from newspapers to
podcasts and citizen journalism • Statics and torque
• Marketing and communications – traditional and new • Energy and work, conservation of energy
media advertising forms, brands and brand identity, • Momentum, conservation of momentum principles
and public relations and public service campaigns • String waves and sound waves
Assessment Semester 2
Exams: 45% • Electric circuits, electric fields and Gauss’s law
Assignments: 45% • Magnetic fields, electromagnetic forces and Ampere’s law
In-class tasks and participation: 10% • Electromagnetic induction
Subject Leader • Wave-particle duality
Ms Joanne Boyle • Energy-mass relationship
BA Monash, GradDipEd Deakin • Relativity
• Bohr’s model of a hydrogen atom
• Nuclear reactions, fusion and fission, binding energy
• Particle decays, half-life and nuclear activity
Assessment
Exams: 70%
Assignments: 5%
Practical classes: 20%
Quizzes: 5%
Subject Leader
Dr Fun Lai
BSc, MSc RMIT, PhD Melb
Psychology Music (Practical)

This subject will introduce you to a broad range of This subject is available to students who wish to prepare for
psychological theories and principles that explain human university study in either the Bachelor of Music or Diploma in
behaviour, as well as the diversity of human experience. Music. It is designed to enable you to reach an advanced level
Practical demonstrations and experiments, both in and out of skill and mastery of a particular musical instrument, and
of the classroom, are designed to help you understand and to give you a broad understanding of music performance. The
explore the theoretical concepts underlying human cognition Melbourne Conservatorium of Music (MCM) at the University
(thinking) and behaviour. of Melbourne allocates the teachers for this subject.
Course outline Course outline
• Scientific theory and critical thinking You will attend 24 individual 45-minute practical lessons with
• Biology of mind your teacher across the course of one year. Lessons include
a study of selected repertoire on your instrument, principles
• Development through the lifespan – infancy, childhood,
of interpretation, style and technical work. In addition to
adolescence and adulthood
these lessons, students are required to undertake extensive
• Social psychology individual practice.
• Personality
Entry requirements
• Psychological disorders
Applicants are required to have a minimum of Grade 6
• Therapy practical in the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of
• Stress and health Music (ABRSM), or Trinity College London exams, or Grade
• Emotion 6 (Grade 5 for singers) in the exams of the Australian Music
Examinations Board (AMEB) or to perform at a minimum
• Learning
equivalent level. Students intending to take this subject must
• Intelligence pass an audition before enrolling in TCFS.
Assessment Assessment
Exams: 70% End of year 15–20 minute practical examination consisting
In-class quiz: 10% of a solo repertoire studied throughout the year. The
performance exam is graded out of 100, as both a TCFS
Written task and presentation: 20%
subject and simultaneously as an audition for the University
Hurdle requirement: Attendance and participation of Melbourne’s Bachelor of Music.
Subject Leader
Dr Maureen Vincent Note: Music is taken as an additional elective. You can only
BA, GradDipEd(Psych) Monash, BSW Melb, GradDipEd(Sec) select Music if your University of Melbourne chosen degree
ACU, MclinPsych, PhD Deakin is the Bachelor of Music. Results in this subject cannot be
used in the calculation of entrance scores for other faculties
of the University of Melbourne. This subject is only offered in
Standard intakes.
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Bachelor of Commerce Global Scholarship 2021
Trinity definitely prepared me for university as it taught in the lecture-tutorial style,

which is identical to how it is at the University of Melbourne. The content covered in
Accounting also provided such a strong foundation for several compulsory subjects
in the Bachelor of Commerce. Furthermore, the assessment and assignment styles
at Trinity are very similar to university, which prepared me for assessments as well.
TCFS not only gives you a foundation for university, but a foundation for life – the
program allows you to grow as a person as well. This has to do with the fact that you
are expected to act as an adult and be responsible for yourself, which is one of the
biggest lessons I took away from TCFS.

Stud e n t L i f e
Student Life
At Trinity College, your learning experience will be combined with a range of engaging,
fun activities all year round. Not only will you build a strong bond with your classmates,
but you’ll also form friendships with Foundation Studies students from all programs.
Life Skills Clubs English Conversation Corner

Life Skills Clubs aim to enrich your experience while you live Casual conversations are a great way to get to know people
and study in Melbourne. The clubs on offer can change from and become more comfortable with your surroundings. At the
semester to semester, but may focus on things like board English Conversation Corner, TCFS students and staff share
games, English conversation practice, music, photography, ideas and experiences, give and receive advice, and make
poetry, movies and writing. You will learn new skills that will friends. Students and staff come from many countries and have
empower you to succeed and find independence during your an amazingly diverse range of experiences and expectations.
university studies and future career. The English Conversation Corner provides a place and time to
relax and communicate informally, but in a meaningful way.
Participation is voluntary, free and open to everyone at Trinity.
Topics are chosen democratically by participants and include
popular themes such as food, music, travel, current affairs,
technology, pets, local customs, jobs and careers, and shopping
tips.
Participants also share their experiences of being at Trinity
College, living in Melbourne and having been – or planning
to go – to university or enter the workforce. There is always
something to talk about and there are plenty of things to share
at the English Conversation Corner.
Elisha Jane
Balasubramaniam,
Singapore
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Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
I found my time at Trinity

College very enjoyable as
I was able to gain a lot of
independence, given it was
my first time being away
from home.
It allowed me to grow and
pursue interests and goals I
had for my future.
I like living in Melbourne and
experiencing the beautiful
scenery, as there are so many
parks and gardens and I enjoy
meeting my friends for a coffee
or lunch between classes.

Student Life
Student wellbeing and support

‘Wellbeing’ is a contemporary word someone may use when describing what makes a good life
for them, or when asking how we can help ourselves and others to feel good, function well and
contribute to life. Many of the answers are informed by what we value and the social context we
live in.
While you are studying at Trinity College you will have access to Academic advice and support
a range of professional staff who are trained and experienced in
We will offer the support you need during your studies to help
helping students to learn skills and capabilities to manage stress
you progress into your desired degree. If you need advice
and challenges, understand and better leverage their strengths,
regarding a change of degree preference or subject selection,
and share and celebrate cultural stories. At Trinity, we aim to
we are here to assist you in achieving the best possible outcome
help you perform at your best, no matter what comes your way.
for your future.
Mentoring program Counselling

Trinity College Foundation Studies includes a well-established
Our counselling service provides psychological support to
and successful mentoring program. During your time at Trinity
enhance your wellbeing and mental health. Our counsellor
College, you will be allocated a mentor. Your mentor is usually
can assist you in developing positive emotions, which can
one of your teachers or another professional staff member.
increase your engagement with activities that improve your life
You will work collaboratively with your mentor to create a satisfaction and wellness, build positive relationships with your
personalised wellbeing and performance plan (called My peers, family and others around you, help you find meaning and
Wellbeing Planner). This plan will be informed by evidence- purpose, and help you set and achieve goals.
based practice to assist you in your wellbeing and academic
success. The relationship you develop with your mentor will be
an important and rewarding one throughout the duration of your Cooking classes
program. Join a cooking class and have fun learning how to cook
nutritious food.
More information
For more information about wellbeing and support, including
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), attendance and the out-
Under-18 support: ISA Student of-hours helpline, visit trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/
Advocates student-support/wellbeing-and-personal-support
We understand that adjusting to a new life away from
home can be a challenge. Our aim is to help you find the
best support and make the best decisions to enhance
your time at Trinity College. In addition to the support
services on offer at Trinity College, each student under
the age of 18 is required to sign up to a student care
arrangement with Trinity’s partner organisation ISA
Student Advocates.
This company will allocate all under-18 students an
independent advocate who can help them navigate
the range of individual challenges faced by young
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support service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a Bachelor of Commerce Global Scholarship 2021
week to answer all types of questions. The service
is a requirement for students to be issued with a I enjoyed meeting and making friends with other
Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and international students and I learned a lot about their
Welfare (CAAW) from Trinity College. It is not required, culture and languages. I enjoyed meeting the amazing
however, for those who have had their accommodation teachers who are always willing to help you if you are
and welfare approved by the Department of Home struggling. aThe mentorship program at Trinity is great,
Affairs. Please refer to the accommodation section for because we get the chance to exchange ideas with our
further information. teacher, whether it’s about school or our lives.
Student Life
Accommodation
Trinity College has a range of approved accommodation options, including purpose-built student
accommodation (PBSA) and apartments to ensure you have living arrangements that are safe
and adequately suit your age and needs. Our staff work closely with accommodation providers to
make sure you find the best place to live during your studies.
Your living arrangement while at Trinity is a huge part of your Students under 18
experience in Melbourne. There are many accommodation
Special accommodation arrangements must be made for
options for you to choose from to suit your personal
students under 18 years of age. If you are under the age
circumstances. The Trinity Student Accommodation staff
of 18, you can apply to the Department of Home Affairs to
work closely with accommodation providers to ensure you
live with an eligible relative, or you can request that Trinity
have a safe and secure living environment. The Student
College issues a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation
Accommodation Office is also here to help you with:
and Welfare (CAAW) letter. Trinity College will only issue a
• booking accommodation CAAW for students who stay in one of Trinity’s pre-approved
• information, advice and referrals accommodation options. Trinity College will need to confirm
• contracts, rights and responsibilities, rental locations your accommodation arrangements before a CAAW is issued.
and transport information The Department of Home Affairs will use this CAAW when
• advocacy. processing your student visa application.
For more information regarding under-18 accommodation, visit
trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/accommodation/
students-under-18
Room options
Student apartments Student hostel (18+) Private apartments

and houses (18+)
Each student apartment has its own Student hostels are designed to cater Private apartments allow you greater
kitchen and bathroom. Apartments may to the needs of students. You will independence while studying at Trinity
be studio, one or two-bedroom, or three usually have your own bedroom but College. Apartments are usually
to six-bedroom multishare, and most share a bathroom, kitchen and lounge unfurnished.
are located within walking distance, room. Each room is furnished and is You should start looking at least one to
or a short tram ride, to Trinity College. usually within walking distance, or three months before commencing your
Some student apartment costs cover a short tram ride, to Trinity College. course and should also allow some
electricity, gas and internet access. Utility bills such as electricity, gas and time in Australia to attend inspections
You will be required to commit to a six water are included in the rental fee. so you can find an apartment that’s
to 12-month lease agreement. You will be required to commit to a six right for you.
to 12-month lease agreement.

Student Life
Accommodation options
Scape Swanston Iglu Melbourne City
Under 18 Under 18
Enjoy the art of balance at Scape Swanston, which is a great Iglu Melbourne City offers support when need it and independence
option if you want to excel in your studies and have a great time when you want it. A combination of fully furnished designer living
while doing it. The accommodation is less than a 15-minute walk spaces and hotel-inspired communal areas allows you to connect
from the University of Melbourne and RMIT, and is within easy and expand socially and academically, with the added benefit of
reach of Melbourne Central, a large shopping, entertainment, knowing there is dedicated 24/7 onsite support. Located next to
dining, and public transport hub. At Scape Swanston, you can Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market, it’s a 12 to 17-minute
choose from a modern studio or shared apartment, with access commute to campus, either by public transport or on foot. You can
to super-fast, study areas, and communal spaces, where all choose to share an apartment with your own private bedroom and
utilities are included. Various events and programs bring students bathroom, or opt for a more private studio apartment. Your all-
together and help build a sense of community. inclusive weekly rent covers unlimited internet, utilities, weekday
scape.com.au/melbourne/scape-swanston breakfast, resident events and more.
iglu.com.au/properties/melbourne/melbourne-city
Journal Student Living Yugo, University Square
Under 18 Under 18
Journal Student Living is known for its high-quality architectural Close to the city, with convenient access to public transport, Yugo
and interior design and spacious common rooms, and generous University Square sits within the University of Melbourne precinct
landscaped areas. Located at Uni Place on Leicester Street, and is an eight-minute walk from Trinity College.
Carlton, it’s within easy reach of Trinity College and public This fully equipped accommodation has 24/7 security and offers a
transport options. Journal offers a residential life program that range of room types, from 1-bed apartments through to three-bed
encourages student interaction and personal growth. and six-bed shared apartments. It also provides vibrant common
journalstudentliving.com.au spaces and outstanding facilities, including study pods, a gym,
cinema areas, a skyline terrace and a BBQ area. Yugo offers many
social events and much more, making this the perfect place to
study, relax and socialise.
yugo.com/en-gb/global/australia/melbourne
Student Life
Accommodation options
Scape Lincoln College Scape Queensberry
Under 18 Under 18
Scape Lincoln College is located on the doorstep of Melbourne’s With a golden façade and 360º rooftop terrace, Scape Queensberry
iconic Lincoln Square. The modern accommodation offers plenty of is a standout. It has one of the best views in Melbourne from its
events and shared spaces to help you balance uni life and leisure Sky Terrace and rooftop zones, which include an outdoor game
time. Choose from modern studio or shared apartments, which area. The property features a gym, cinema, and games room, and
include an ultra-comfy double bed, large study desk, super-fast has 24-hour security. Choose from a studio or shared apartment
Wi-Fi, a private or shared bathroom, a kitchenette, and storage and get access to a kitchenette, super-fast Wi-Fi, a large study
space. All utilities are included. Feel safer, calmer, and more at desk, comfortable bed, storage space, and a private or shared
home with Scape 24/7 security. bathroom. All utilities are included.
scape.com.au/melbourne/scape-lincoln-college You’ll also be able to get involved in many events and meet
likeminded students.
scape.com.au/melbourne/scape-queensberry
For a comprehensive guide on how to book your accommodation, visit

trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/accommodation

Student Life
Student Life
Map
This map shows Foundation Studies learning spaces and accommodation providers located
in the University of Melbourne precinct and the Melbourne CBD. For a comprehensive list, visit
trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/accommodation
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Student Life
Living expenses
Melbourne offers lifestyle options to fit many budgets, so you can choose a living arrangement
that best suits you. You might choose to live in the inner suburbs and walk or take a short tram
ride to classes, or choose to save on rental costs by living further away from the CBD, in which
case you will need to think about public transport costs.
Typical expenses
Coffee Takeaway meal Myki Mobile/cell phone plan Groceries

$4.50 $15-20 (public transport card) $60 per month From $100 per week
From $46 per week
Estimated living costs
Student accommodation Private rental
Utility fees (electricity and gas) per month Included $150–200
Furniture and household goods Included $2500
Books and stationery $600–700 $600–700
Clothes $850 $850
Accommodation fees per year $15,600 - $36,296 $15,600 - $36,296
Food costs per week $100 $100
Internet connection (may be included with some

Included From $60
accommodation providers) per month
Miscellaneous expenses $150 $150
Student Life

E n t r y R e q u i r e m e n t s
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
Also check our website regarding entry requirements: trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/apply/entry-requirements
Note: Students must be at least 16 years of age when commencing studies.
English requirement (any of the following)
Test Standard/Comprehensive Comprehensive Plus Fast Track

IELTS 6.0 (No band less than 5.5) 5.5 (No band less than 5.0) 6.0 (No band less than 6.0)
TOEFL IBT 70 (18 Writing) 59 (14 Writing) 70 (21 Writing)
Pearson 50 (42 Writing) 46 (38 Writing) 50 (50 Writing)
As an alternative to the above tests, some applicants may sit the Trinity English Test.
Academic requirements
Region Standard Comprehensive / Plus Fast Track

Australia Completion of Year 11 with B average Completion of Year 11 with C average Completion of Year 11 with A average
Bangladesh Completion of Higher Secondary Completion of Higher Secondary Completion of Higher Secondary
Certificate (HSC) with B average Certificate (HSC) with C average Certificate (HSC) with A average
Brazil Completion of Year 12 with 8.0 average Completion of Year 11 with 8.0 average Completion of Year 12 with a 9.0 average
(or 80%) (or 80%) (or 90%)
Cambodia Completion of Upper Secondary Completion of Upper Secondary

Education with C average Education with B average
Colombia Completion of Bachillerato with

7.5 average (or 75%)
GCC Countries Completion of Year 12 with 80% average Completion of Year 12 with 70% average Completion of Year 12 with 90% average
GCE O Levels / A* - E grading scale A* - E grading scale A* - E grading scale

IGCSE Five academic subjects with a score of 19 Five academic subjects with a score of 15 Five academic subjects with a score of 23
(A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1) (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
9 – 1 grading scale 9 – 1 grading scale 9 – 1 grading scale

Five academic subjects with a score of 26 Five academic subjects with a score of 21 Five academic subjects with a score of 32
(A*=9, A=7-8, B=5-6, C=4, D=3, E=2) (A*=9, A=7-8, B=5-6, C=4, D=3, E=2) (A*=9, A=7-8, B=5-6, C=4, D=3, E=2)
Preliminary results accepted for Preliminary results accepted for Preliminary results accepted for
Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore and Sri Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore and Sri Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore and Sri
Lanka Lanka Lanka
Hong Kong (SAR) Completion of Form 5 with two subjects Completion of Form 5 with two subjects Completion of Form 6 with four subjects
at level 3, and two subjects at level 4 (or at level 2, and two subjects at level 3 (or at level 3 (or 20 above pass mark)
15 above pass mark) 10 above pass mark)
India Completion of CBSE 11th / ISC 11th Completion of CBSE 11th / ISC 11th Completion of CBSE 12th Standard with
Standard with 65% average Standard with 60% average 75% average
Indonesia Completion of SMA 3 with 70% average Completion of SMA 2 with 70% Completion of SMA 3 with 75% average
Completion of SMA 2 with 80% average average
International Completion of first year of IB Diploma Completion of first year of IB Diploma Completion of first year IB Diploma with
Baccalaureate with an aggregate of 23 with an aggregate of 20 an aggregate of 26
Iran Completion of Year 12 with an average Completion of Year 12 with an average Completion of Year 12 with an average
of 15 of 13 of 18
Japan Upper Secondary School Certificate with Completion of Year 2 with 4 average Upper Secondary School Certificate with
4 average 5 average
Completion of Year 2 with 5 average

Entry Requirements
Region Standard Comprehensive / Plus Fast Track

Kenya Completion of Kenyan Certificate of Completion of Year 11 with B average Completion of Kenyan Certificate of
Secondary Education with B average Secondary Education with A average
Macau (SAR) Completion of Form 5 (Year 11) with Completion of Form 5 (Year 11) with Completion of Form 5 (Year 11) with
75% average (65% for English medium 65% average (60% for English medium 80% average (75% for English medium
schools) schools) schools)
Malaysia Completion of SPM with B level (forecast Completion of SPM with C level (forecast Completion of SPM with four As and one
results accepted) results accepted) B (forecast results accepted)
UEC: Completion of Senior Middle 2 with
70% average (forecast results accepted)
Mexico Completion of Bachillerato with 8.0 Completion of Bachillerato with 7.0 Completion of Bachillerato with 9.0
average (or 80%) average (or 70%) average (or 90%)
Mongolia Completion of Year 12 with 80% average Completion of Year 11 with 80% average Completion of Year 12 with 90% average
(or B average) (or B average) (or A average)
Myanmar Completion of Myanmar Matriculation Completion of Myanmar Matriculation Completion of Myanmar Matriculation
with 70% average with 65% average with 80% average and four distinctions
Pakistan Completion of Higher Secondary School Completion of Higher Secondary School Completion of Higher Secondary School
Certificate with B average (80%) Certificate with C average (70%) Certificate with A average (90%)
People’s Republic Completion of Senior Middle 3 with 80% Completion of Senior Middle 2 with 75% Completion of Senior Middle 3 with 90%
of China average average average
Completion of Senior Middle 2 with 85%
average
Russia Certificate of General Secondary Certificate of General Secondary

Education (ATTESTAT) with 4 average Education (ATTESTAT) with 5 average
South Korea Completion of Year 2 with 75% average Completion of Year 2 with 70% average Completion of Year 3 with 75% average
Taiwan Completion of Senior High School Completion of Senior 2 (Year 11) with Completion of Senior High School
Diploma with 70% average 70% average Diploma with 80% average
Completion of Senior 2 (Year 11) with
80% average
Thailand Completion of Matayom 5 with GPA 3.5 in Completion of Matayom 5 with GPA 3.0 in Completion of Matayom 6 with GPA 3.5 in
four subjects four subjects four subjects
The Philippines Completion of High School Diploma with Completion of Year 11 with 80% average Completion of High School Diploma with
80% average 90% average
Turkey Completion of Year 12 with 75% average Completion of Year 12 with 70% average Completion of Year 12 with 80% average
US Completion of US Grade 11 with 80% Completion of US Grade 11 with 80% Completion of US Grade 12 with 90%
average average average
Vietnam Completion of Year 11 with 8.0 average Completion of Year 11 with 7.0 average Completion of Year 12 with 8.0 average
West African Completion with B average Completion with C average

Secondary School
Certificate
Please contact Trinity College for further information regarding academic requirements: trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/enquiries
Trinity College will base assessment on results in relevant academic subjects for each course and will require five subjects (unless specified above).
The above minimum entry requirements are deemed to be equivalent to Australian Year 11. Trinity College may issue a conditional letter based upon first semester,
forecast mock or preliminary results.
Trinity College and the University of Melbourne require prerequisite subjects for some areas of study. Your results in these subjects may form part of the assessment
of your application.
Trinity College Foundation Representative’s Contact Details
Studies Application Form 2024

There is no application fee. You must complete all sections of this application.
Please write clearly in BLOCK LETTERS. You can also apply online at
trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/apply
Please note that Australian and New Zealand citizens are not eligible to apply.
PERSONAL DETAILS (as appears on passport)

Family name Given names
Citizenship Country of birth
Male Female Other Date of birth (DD/MM/YY) / /
Do you have Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status? Yes No
Have you applied for Australian citizenship or permanent residency? Yes No
Do you currently hold a visa for Australia? Yes No
If yes, what type? Tourist Student Other
STUDENT CORRESPONDENCE DETAILS

Address
City Postcode Country
Telephone Mobile Email
PREFERRED FOUNDATION STUDIES INTAKE

January Comprehensive January Comprehensive Plus February Standard June Fast Track
July Comprehensive July Comprehensive Plus August Standard September Fast Track
PREFERRED UNIVERSITY COURSE

Bachelor of Major (if known)
Do you require a packaged letter of offer with the University? Yes No
ACADEMIC HISTORY (Certified true copies of all latest available academic results or forecast results should accompany this form)
Name of qualification (e.g. O levels, SPM, SMA3) Year awarded
Name of school Address of school
Further study (e.g. A levels)
OTHER
Have you attended Trinity College Young Leaders Program? Yes No If yes, please provide the year
Do you have a parent who previously studied at TCFS? Yes No
If yes, please provide full name of parent
Do you have a sibling who previously studied/is currently studying at TCFS? Yes No
If yes, please provide full name of sibling TCFS ID (if known)
Do you have any existing condition/s (medical, psychological or physical
condition or disability) that may require additional support from Trinity College? Yes No
If yes, please provide further information

Entry Requirements
How to apply
You can apply to Trinity College Foundation Studies (TCFS) directly or via our overseas
representatives.
Overseas representatives Direct application to Trinity College
Trinity College has a worldwide network of registered If you wish to apply directly to Trinity College, you will need
overseas representatives to help you apply for TCFS. to submit:
They provide detailed information about our program and • a completed online application
can assist with the application process, accommodation (see trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/apply)
arrangements and student visas. For more information, visit
• certified copies of original academic qualifications
eap.ascentone.com/trinity
• evidence of English language proficiency (if applicable).
Successful applicants
1 Receive letter of offer 2 Accept your offer 3 Pay your first fee instalment
Accepted students receive a letter of To confirm your place at Trinity College, Payment of fees can be made via a
offer, which details their intake, fees you need to: bank draft, credit card or telegraphic
payable, course commencement date • meet any conditions stated in the transfer/direct deposit.
and relevant policies, including our letter of offer Please include your full name and
refund policy. TCFS ID number (found on the bottom
• sign and date the acceptance page
left-hand corner of your letter of offer)
• pay the first fee instalment shown on
on the transfer document. If you do not,
the letter of offer.
Trinity College cannot identify which
By signing this form, you are entering students’ fees have been paid.
into a legally binding contract with
Trinity College under the laws of the
Commonwealth of Australia.
4 A rrange your accommodation 5 Have your enrolment confirmed 6 Secure your visa
and Student Advocate On receipt of payment and meeting Present your e-COE, CAAW letter (if
Students under the age of 18 must Department of Home Affairs guidelines, you are under 18) and other required
have their approved accommodation Trinity College confirms all student documents to an Australian diplomatic
and care arrangements in place before enrolments by issuing an electronic mission, or submit them online, to
Trinity College can issue a Confirmation confirmation of enrolment (e-COE). apply for a student visa. If you apply to
of Appropriate Accommodation and Trinity via an overseas representative,
Welfare (CAAW). If the student is they will assist you with your student
staying with a relative they must apply visa application. Find more information
directly to the Department of Home at homeaffairs.gov.au/covid19/visa-
Affairs for approval. information/international-students
For further information on this process, visit

trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/apply/how-to-accept-your-offer
Entry Requirements
Dates and fees*

*Below fees are from 2023 and are not expected to increase by more than 7% in 2024–25.
Intake Duration English Semester 1 Semester 2 Fees

requirement
January Comprehensive Plus 36 weeks 5.5 (no band 16 January 15 July $52,430
CRICOS Course Code: 102518K less than 5.0) – 21 June 2024 – 6 December 2024
January Comprehensive 36 weeks 6.0 (no band 16 January 15 July $46,010*

CRICOS Course Code: 102517M less than 5.5) – 21 June 2024 – 6 December 2024
February Standard 30 weeks 6.0 (no band 15 February 15 July $37,056

CRICOS Course Code: 073413G less than 5.5) – 28 June 2024 – 29 November 2024
June Fast Track 27 weeks 6.0 (no band 11 June 30 September 2024 $37,056
CRICOS Course Code: 073416E less than 6.0) – 20 September 2024 – 29 January 2025
July Comprehensive Plus 36 weeks 5.5 (no band 16 July 13 January $52,430
CRICOS Course Code: 102518K less than 5.0) – 20 December 2024 – 6 June 2025
July Comprehensive 36 weeks 6.0 (no band 16 July 13 January $46,010*

CRICOS Course Code: 102517M less than 5.5) – 20 December 2024 – 6 June 2025
August Standard 30 weeks 6.0 (no band 8 August 13 January $37,056

CRICOS Course Code: 073413G less than 5.5) – 20 December 2024 – 30 May 2025
September Fast Track 27 weeks 6.0 (no band 24 September 2024 3 February $37,056
CRICOS Course Code: 073416E less than 6.0) – 24 January 2025 – 30 May 2025
*If students meet the Fast Track English entry requirements, they will have a $3000 bursary applied to their fees.
Note: Students who have had a sibling or parent undertake the Trinity College Foundation Studies program will receive a 5% fee reduction.
Additional fees for 2024

Enrolment fee (non-refundable) $310 Applies to all intakes
Laboratory fees (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) $400 Charged after course commencement for Science students
per subject
Music surcharge $1000 each Charged after course commencement for Music students
Mathematics 1 Handbook $20 Charged after course commencement for Mathematics 1 students
Accounting Handbook $15 Charged after course commencement for Accounting students
Overseas Student Health Cover Visa length Amount dependent upon the VLC
cover (VLC)

Stayin g i n T o u c h
Wi t h Y o u r A l m a M a t e r
Staying in Touch With Your Alma Mater
Upon completion of the TCFS program, you will become a lifelong member of the Trinity
College alumni community, a network of almost 30,000 people doing amazing things in
more than 80 countries.
Connect Participate
Connect with the wider Trinity community to expand your Maintain contact with friends and academic staff through
network through My Trinity Connect, our online platform reunions in Australia and overseas.
exclusive to our alumni (mytrinityconnect.com.au). More than 70 Come to our career events to meet with other alumni and gain
per cent of our alumni on the platform are willing to help Trinity insights into their career journeys in various industries. All these
students and other alumni, and would welcome you reaching events are advertised on My Trinity Connect.
out and connecting with them. Many alumni also post internship
In the future, you can volunteer to help young students by
or employment opportunities on the site for our young alumni
speaking at events, informally mentoring a young alum, or just
seeking work experience.
offering to help on My Trinity Connect. It’s a great way to give
back to the college you will come to love!
Michelle Lim, Singapore

February Main 1997
2020 FS Alum of the Year
My time at Trinity College was incredibly valuable and it provided me with a strong
platform to excel in a career that I truly love.
In 2016, I started the Australian Coalition to End Loneliness (now known as Ending
Loneliness Together) to tackle loneliness in Australia. One of the most vulnerable age
groups is 18 to 25 years and Trinity is home to young people of this age who are living
away from their home countries and communities for the first time. During this time, it
is important to feel like someone has our back. This is what is so wonderful about the
Trinity community. It provides a strong social environment that can help students feel
meaningfully connected to each other, to feel cared for, supported and valued.
I am so grateful to have had this environment during my time at Trinity.

Policies
Familiarity with a range of policies is a condition of enrolment at Trinity College. You need to read
and understand the policies listed in these terms and conditions before accepting your offer of
enrolment. These policies are available on our website under our policy page.
Visit trinity.unimelb.edu.au/pathways-school/policies
Education Services for Overseas Students Community portal and academic reports
legislative framework You and your parents are able to view class attendance records,
Australia’s laws promote quality education and consumer and mentor and academic reports on the Trinity College
protection for overseas students. These laws are known as the Community Portal, and are informed by email if your attendance
Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) framework, is unsatisfactory.
and include the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code 2018.
Trinity College requests that you familiarise yourself with your Care arrangements for international
rights and responsibilities under the ESOS framework prior to
enrolling internationaleducation.gov.au
students under the age of 18
The Department of Home Affairs has established special
requirements relating to your accommodation and welfare while
Attendance you are under the age of 18.
In accordance with government legislation, Trinity College You will need to have appropriate accommodation and welfare
monitors your attendance at all lectures, tutorials and arrangements in place before you apply for your visa. Your
practical sessions. International students studying ELICOS and parents can apply directly to the Department of Home Affairs for
Foundation Studies courses are required to attend a minimum approval if you wish to live full-time with a relative in Australia.
of 80 per cent of all scheduled classes each semester. If your Alternatively, your parents can request that Trinity College issue
attendance falls below 80 per cent Trinity College will need a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare
to investigate your reasons for being absent and may need to (CAAW). If Trinity College issues the CAAW, you will be required
report you to the Department of Home Affairs. If your attendance to live in accommodation approved by the College.
falls below 70 per cent Trinity College will have to report you to
the Department of Home Affairs. Please refer to the Attendance
Policy and Procedure for further details. Change of address
In accordance with your student visa conditions, you must
notify us within seven days of any change to your Australian
Satisfactory academic progress residential address. Failure to do so puts you in breach of your
You must achieve satisfactory academic results, as outlined in visa conditions. If you are under 18 years of age you should
our Academic Progress and Completions Policy, to continue to not sign a lease and/or move into new accommodation before
study the program. If you do not meet the requirements speaking to our Housing and Accommodation Office or our
for progression, you may not be able to continue studying Student Welfare Office. You may be in breach of your student
your course and you may be reported to the Department of visa conditions if you fail to comply.
Home Affairs.
Policies
Complaints and appeals Use of social media

Trinity College’s complaint policy and procedure is available on Under the supervision of your teachers, you may be required to
our website under our policy page. Visit trinity.unimelb.edu.au use social media groups and online applications as part of your
You are able to lodge a complaint if you feel that you have been classroom activities. Trinity College has extensive protections in
treated unfairly or are unhappy with the services or resources at place when using these applications and you are agreeing to use
Trinity College. This policy also covers how to lodge an appeal. them by accepting this offer of enrolment.
Please note that Trinity College, its employees and related
Privacy entities expressly disclaim to the full extent permitted by the
law, any liability whatsoever in relation to any claim, action,
Trinity College collects personal information provided by and
suit, demand, cause of action, expenses or costs of whatsoever
about people. For further information about how personal
kind or wheresoever situation arising out of or in respect of
information you provide to Trinity College is collected, held,
information, advice, or opinion provided by Trinity College,
used, corrected, disclosed and transferred, please visit the
its employees, agents and/or its related entities in respect to
Trinity College website.
matters other than Trinity College Foundation Studies itself. Any
such information or advice or opinion is offered to students as
Publicity an endeavour to assist them but it is not intended to be relied
Trinity College regularly produces editorial, photographs upon in a matter which will create any legal rights.
and audiovisual recordings of people for its publications, While Trinity College emphasises the value of student welfare
promotional and marketing material, and for use on its website and seeks to make appropriate and useful services available
to promote the Trinity College Foundation Studies program and to students, whether or not a student avails him or herself of
the University of Melbourne. By applying for Trinity College, you these services is a matter of individual choice. Trinity College
agree that profile photography and videography, in which you is anxious to ensure the wellbeing of students who are minors
may be identified, may be used for promotional communication. and will endeavour to provide reasonable supervision of such
We may also take incidental photographs and/or videos of students, however, no responsibility is taken by Trinity College,
you as a participant in group activities. If you, or your parent/ its employees, agents and related entities for the conduct and
guardian (if you are under 18 years old), do not wish for you upbringing of students participating in Foundation Studies.
to participate in any promotional photography or videography, To the best of our knowledge, the information provided in this
please contact Trinity College in writing. Note, the withdrawal prospectus is correct at the time of printing. Trinity College
of your permission does not apply retroactively and the College reserves the right to change course offerings, fees and all
is not obliged to remove from its websites and from circulation other aspects without notification. Trinity College accepts
any publications that contain your image and likeness. The no responsibility for any errors, nor any liability for any
College will use its reasonable endeavours to ensure you are consequences that may follow from any person’s use of this
not photographed or recorded at any College event, but you may material.
nevertheless be incidentally included as part of the crowd or in
the background.
Age of students
Students must be at least 16 years of age at the time of
commencing studies in a Trinity College Foundation Studies
intake.

Trinity College Foundation Studies
2024 Prospectus
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Date of publication: 2023
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Fo u n d a t i o n

Professor Duncan Maskell

At Trinity College, we’ve successfully helped thousands of

Professor Ken Hinchcliff

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Average maximum daytime

More than 100 More cafes and restaurants

State capital One of the Population of

Largest tramway system More than 2.5 million

Safety in Melbourne Sources

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1. Lygon Street The heart of Melbourne’s

5. Docklands 6. Degraves Street

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Go hiking in the amazing

Drive the scenic Great Ocean Road to Visit Phillip Island

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Reputation for excellence Student success Flexible degrees

Outstanding Study in the heart 50,000+ students

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South Lawn UoM Life Sciences Building

Melbourne School of Design Business and Economics

The University of Melbourne campus

The Parkville campus is situated within a renowned knowledge

Doreen Penherio, Bangladesh

12 libraries 25+ cafes Trinity College Foundation Studies offers a guaranteed

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Your path to the University of Melbourne

What type of classes do I attend?

Huizi Ma, China at the University of Melbourne. Trinity

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Scholarships for future students

Weng Jae Chin, Malaysia

Trinity College made it easy for me to meet

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The Trinity College campus

Trinity College main campus

100 Royal Parade, Leeper Library

Victoria Street campus Bouverie Street campus

Chien Chen, Taiwan

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Meet your academics

Monique Rita Sara Evans

Sasha Leigh Theresa

I really enjoyed the consistency of how engaging

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TCFS pathway to the University of Melbourne

A program that allows students from some countries to commence at

A program that allows students from some countries to commence at

An intensive program with

July Comprehensive Plus

September Fast Track

A program that allows students from some countries to

A program that allows students from some countries to

An intensive program with higher entry requirements than the

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University of Melbourne entry requirements

Calculating your final score

Course TCFS 2024 prerequisite subjects Major at the University of Melbourne

Course TCFS 2024 prerequisite subjects Major at the University of Melbourne

1. Lygon Street The heart of Melbourne’s