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World-class partners in sport

We are excited to announce our long-standing partnership with the Western Bulldogs is confirmed for a further five years.

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

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    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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    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

    Severe weather warning for Victoria

    1 December 2017

    VU leaders & education experts launch the First Year Model

    8 December 2017

    VU proud member of Footscray Learning Precinct

    5 December 2017
    Mary Catherine Swanson

    Educators from across Australia celebrate AVID

    29 November 2017
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    Events

    Change of Preference Expo 2017

    Date: 
    19 Dec
    Location: 
    Footscray Park

    Staff active living program

    Date: 
    11 Dec - 15 Dec (5 days)
    Location: 
    Footscray Park

    The Men's Thread exhibition

    Date: 
    11 Dec - 21 Dec (11 days)
    Location: 
    VU Whitten Oval

    Lunchtime seminar: A Finnish basic education

    Date: 
    12 Dec
    Location: 
    Footscray Park
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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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