World class in the west

Ranked top 2% of universities world-wide, VU gives you world-class opportunities

Revolutionising the first year experience

Our First Year Model is designed to enhance the experience of first-year students.

Your career is our focus

Our industry partnerships provide access to work experience opportunities, training facilities, mentorship programs and industry accreditation.

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    Victoria Polytechnic is our TAFE/vocational education division, delivering certificates, diplomas and industry training across a range of high demand sectors.
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    Ranked top 2% in the world

    Victoria University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide.

    Source: Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2017-18

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    International students

    Apply to study at VU, and join one of Australia’s most culturally and socially diverse universities.

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    Why choose VU

    Victoria University (VU) is known for its industry-focused courses, flexible approach to education, and supportive and culturally diverse learning environment.

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    First Year Model

    We've changed the way we teach our courses, so that you experience a first year like no other - focused on you and your success.

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    Study in Melbourne’s cultural and creative epicentre

    Melbourne’s west is a cultural centre, and a vibrant melting pot of 130 cultures and 150 languages. Explore our campuses today.

    What's happening at VU

    News & media

    Michael Kirby Justice Oration by Professor Gillian Triggs

    28 September 2017
    VU College of Business

    VU awarded grant for assisting disadvantaged businesswomen in Vietnam

    26 September 2017

    Mitchell Institute honoured with prestigious award

    11 September 2017
    VU Student Lauren Staveley competing at 2017 Snow University Games

    VU at the 2017 Australian University Snow Championships

    7 September 2017
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    Events

    People of the west photo exhibition

    Date: 
    20 Sep - 6 Oct (17 days)
    Location: 
    VU at MetroWest (Footscray)

    Footscray stories exhibition

    Date: 
    21 Sep - 12 Oct (22 days)
    Location: 
    VU at MetroWest (Footscray)

    Mental Health Week - talks, walks & giant puzzles

    Date: 
    9 Oct - 12 Oct (4 days)

    Fitness Carnival Days

    Date: 
    Multiple, starting 11 Oct
    Location: 
    Multiple
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    Hear from our students

    VU supported me and my dream of being a teacher.

    Christian Williams — Bachelor of Education
    Christian's story

    My course kept me interested - every single subject and topic was relevant, current, and intriguing.

    Chantelle Khan — Bachelor of Business
    Chantelle's story

    I feel very close to the teachers here because they help me so much.

    Yuqing Zhao — Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
    Yuqing's story

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