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Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs

Chisholm Institute · Melbourne, Australia · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

3 years full-time

Tuition / year

A$24,744 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh)

Intakes

March; July

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Course overview

Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Chisholm Institute in Melbourne, Australia. It takes 3 years full-time, with intakes in March; July.

Chisholm Institute is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityChisholm Institute (Public)
LocationMelbourne, Australia
CourseBachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Duration3 years full-time
Tuition per yearA$24,744 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh)
IntakesMarch; July
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.0, no band below 5.5 (or Chisholm-recognised equivalent)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is A$24,744 a year, about ₹16.1 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly A$74,232 (≈ ₹48.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.

Indicative annual tuition fee for 2027; total course cost A$74,232 plus annual Student Services fees.

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn AUDApprox. in rupees
Short-term hostel or budget hotel on arrivalPlus a non-refundable A$100 placement feeA$70–100per night≈ ₹4,550 – ₹6,500
Private rental or shared housingBond of up to six weeks' rent; Chisholm says this is a guide onlyA$865–2,500per month≈ ₹56,225 – ₹1.6 lakh

Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at Chisholm Institute for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Australian Year 12 (VCE) or an equivalent overseas qualification such as Class 12; most degrees set no minimum ATAR.
  • Engineering technology degrees need maths equivalent to VCE Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.
  • Bachelor of Psychology: a completed relevant diploma or at least one year of higher education.
  • You must be 18 or older, may be asked to sit a literacy and numeracy test, and must meet the Genuine Student requirement.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0, no band below 5.5 (or Chisholm-recognised equivalent).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
Bachelor's degreesIELTS Academic 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5 (Bachelor of Psychology: 6.5, no band below 6.0)
Certificates and diplomasIELTS Academic 6.0 overall; band minimums are on each course page
Diploma of NursingIELTS Academic 7.0 or PTE Academic, as set by the nursing regulator; see the course page
Accepted testsIELTS (including One Skill Retake) and PTE Academic. TOEFL is not listed.

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Intakes

This course starts in: March; July.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Australia

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Completed International Student Application Form
  • Passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (and any diploma or degree transcripts)
  • IELTS or PTE Academic score report
  • Genuine Student documents and financial evidence
  • Police check and Working with Children Check for nursing and community courses

Scholarships

  • Higher Education Academic Merit Scholarship

    UG (continuing degree students)

    Value: A$2,000 one-off credit towards future tuition; 20 awards

    Full-fee international students on a Student visa who have completed at least one semester of a degree with a distinction average and no fails. The 2026 round closed on 12 October 2026.

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About Chisholm Institute

Chisholm Institute is a large public TAFE in Melbourne's south-east, with its main campuses at Dandenong, Berwick and Frankston. Alongside vocational certificates and diplomas, its Higher Education College teaches bachelor's degrees in information technology (AI and data science, cyber security), engineering technology, business, psychology and community mental health. Indian students mostly look at its IT degrees, the Diploma of Nursing and engineering technology.

Its degrees cost less than most Melbourne universities, with 2027 indicative tuition of about A$21,000–A$25,000 a year, and there is no application fee. Classes are small and practical, and many courses include work placements. You must be 18 or older to start.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs at Chisholm Institute?

The tuition for international students is A$24,744 a year (about ₹16.1 lakh). Indicative annual tuition fee for 2027; total course cost A$74,232 plus annual Student Services fees. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Bachelor of Community Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs?

The course takes 3 years full-time.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.0, no band below 5.5 (or Chisholm-recognised equivalent). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: March; July. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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