University House
The University of Melbourne

Functions at University House

University House can host functions such as conferences and meetings in two excellent locations and provide a range of options for private dinning within its heritage rooms.

Please contact our Functions Team for a quote to suit your event.


Private Dining

We can assist you in hosting your own tailored private lunch or dinner at University House. Our talented chefs curate menus with your private events in mind. Talk to us about dietary or other requirements and we can assist in selecting the most appropriate option for you! Whether it be a more formal occasion with a set menu and paired wines, or a casual affair over canapés, we can cater to your needs.


Conference Package

  • Delegate and presenter internet (on request)
  • Data projector with easy to use one touch controls
  • Retractable screens
  • Lectern
  • Onsite (basic) AV support
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Wireless microphone (hand held and/or lapel) and PA system
  • Hearing assist devices (Woodward Conference Room only)
  • Iced water and mints

Venues

University House offers two wonderful locations for conferences and meetings; experience Victorian era charm at Professors’ Walk or the spectacular views on offer at the Woodward.

University House Professors’ Walk

The Professors’ Walk venue has private rooms available to members and the general public for meetings, conferences, cocktail parties and dining functions. Intimate dining spaces are available for 4 – 24 guests, and conference spaces are available for 15 – 60 guests,

Large Functions & Conference Dining

  • The Main Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 160
    Cocktail: 250

  • Matthaei Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 60
    Cocktail: 100

  • The Upper East Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 60
    Cocktail: 80

Smaller Functions & Private Dining

  • The Karagheusian Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 26
    Cocktail: NA

  • The Celadon Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 6
    Cocktail: NA

  • The Regency Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 12
    Cocktail: NA

  • The Victoria Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 10
    Cocktail: NA

  • The Leather Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 12
    Cocktail: NA

University House at the Woodward

Located on the 10th floor of the Melbourne Law School in Pelham Street, Carlton, a contemporary setting with wonderful views of the city.The Woodward Centre provides flexible, spacious function rooms perfect for events such as cocktail receptions, conferences and formal dinners.

  • West Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 50
    Cocktail: 80

  • South Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 80
    Cocktail: 100

  • Combined West and South Rooms

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 140
    Cocktail: 180

  • Woodward Conference Rooms

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 100
    Cocktail: 300

  • Boardroom Dining Room

    Spacious and open, this room is ideal for large functions including dinner dances, weddings, and cocktail parties. This room caters for up to 180 guests for dinner and 300 guests for cocktail parties. The room overlooks gardens to its East and West.

    Capacities
    Dining: 40
    Cocktail: 60