Definition of non-year 12
You are considered a non-year 12 applicant if you:
- didn’t complete Year 12, or
- completed Year 12 and have since attempted or completed study at or above a Certificate IV.
Non-year 12 (mature-age) applicants can apply to study at Victoria University (VU) either through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) or directly to VU using our online Admissions Centre.
If the course you are applying for is offered through VTAC, and you only want to apply for that one course, you can apply for it directly to VU.
If you want to apply for multiple courses for Semester 1 intake (February/March), either at VU or other institutions, it is recommended that you apply through VTAC.
Check your course page for available application methods and closing dates.
Applying direct to VU
When you're ready, go to your course page and click 'Apply direct to VU'. Your course page details the entry requirements and any required supporting documentation needed to complete your application.
No fees are charged when applying directly to VU.
Already applied through VTAC?
If you have applied for a course through VTAC, you should not apply directly to VU for the same course. Your application will be assessed against the same criteria so there is no benefit in submitting two applications.
Applying through VTAC
To apply for a course through VTAC, you’ll need to first create a VTAC account.
You can then log into your account and add courses to your preference list. Choose the courses you are most interested in studying, rather than preferencing courses based on what you think you may be offered.
Carefully check all selection criteria for courses you preference, as some may have additional entry requirements.
You may also wish to consider selecting courses that may provide you with a pathway to your preferred course. Find out more about pathways into our courses.
Check the VTAC important dates and fees page for the most up to date information about application costs and closing dates.
Detailed information about applying through VTAC is available on the VTAC website.
Changing your course preferences
During certain periods you will be able to add, remove or re-order your course preferences. Read more about changing your course preferences.
Receiving an offer
VTAC will notify you if you receive an offer to study at VU.
VU will also send you an email to your VTAC nominated email confirming the offer and provide you with information about how to accept your offer and enrol.
How applications are assessed
To be considered for a course at VU, you must meet the minimum entry requirements. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee you entry to a course, as there may be more applicants than places available. You can check these requirements on the online VTAC guide or VU's course finder.
If you are impacted by special circumstances, we encourage you to lodge a VTAC SEAS application (when applying through VTAC), or a VU Special Consideration application (when applying direct to VU). Your special circumstances will be taken into consideration when assessing your application.
Indigenous applicants
Our Moondani Balluk Academic Unit provides support and advice to Indigenous Australians wanting to study at VU. Contact staff to discuss course options, and the range of support services and pastoral care available.
- Phone: +61 3 9919 2891 or +61 3 9919 2836
- Email: moondani.balluk@vu.edu.au
We encourage you to submit an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Profile Information Form with your course application - this can help with selection for your chosen course.
Contact us
If you have any problems applying for a course at Victoria University (either through VTAC or direct to VU), contact us for assistance.
- Phone: +61 3 9919 6100
- Ask us a question using ASKVU
- Chat online with one of our staff (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm)
