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17 Best Professional Programs in Australia

There are 17 Professional programs in Australia, spread across 7 universities, typically lasting 3–4 years. Courses from University of Melbourne, Monash University and James Cook University of North Queensland come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Professional
SJ SP Jain School of Global Management logo
Australia

Executive MBA

SP Jain School of Global Management — The Executive MBA at SP Jain School of Global Management is designed for experienced professionals looking to elevate their careers. This program combines rigorous academ...

ProfessionalLevel
18 monthsDuration
Part TimeMode
November 2026Intake
Business Administration (MBA)
2Professional
EI Engineering Institute of Technology logo
Australia

Professional Certificate

Engineering Institute of Technology — The Professional Certificate offered by the Engineering Institute of Technology provides a robust foundation for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowled...

ProfessionalLevel
3–4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Engineering

How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #19 (University of Melbourne) to #440 (James Cook University of North Queensland); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Melbourne is cited most (31,503,308 citations). 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Medicine & Health Sciences (6), Education (2), Business & Management (2) and Arts, Design & Architecture (1). The usual length is 3–4 years and 18 months. 85% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (92% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (15% of courses with a stated intake). Avondale University offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Australia for Professional?

University of Melbourne (QS World #19), Monash University (QS World #37) and James Cook University of North Queensland (QS World #440) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Professional in Australia?

Of those with published fees, Monash University is the least expensive at about USD 30,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Professional course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 3–4 years, with 18 months the next most common.

When do Professional courses start in Australia?

Fall is the main intake — 92% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Professional online with a university in Australia?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Professional courses in Australia?

Avondale University, with 7, ahead of Engineering Institute of Technology (2).

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