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Student pass rates soar with First Year Model

Results from block two of the First Year Model prove VU's student-focused teaching model works.

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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

    Block model for all VU students by 2020

    Block model extended to all VU students

    28 May 2018

    We are stronger than fear

    2 August 2018
    Ghaith Zakaria (R) accepts the 2018 HERSDA award

    VU shines bright at HERDSA 2018

    2 August 2018

    Welcome: Library is open weekends

    25 July 2018
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    Events

    VU on the road - VCE expo on wheels

    Date: 
    23 Jul - 21 Sep (61 days)

    Open Day 2018

    Date: 
    19 Aug
    Location: 
    Footscray Park

    Inner west bathed in light for the West Projections Festival 2018

    Date: 
    3 Aug - 26 Aug (24 days)

    Sydney CGE Workshop & GEMPACK courses- August 2018

    Date: 
    Multiple, starting 13 Aug
    Location: 
    Cliftons
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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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