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Free TAFE in 2019

From 1 January 2019, eligible students won't pay course tuition fees for selected Victoria University Polytechnic courses.

VU first on block to lead the way

The Australian details The VU Way, a bold plan to apply the block model across all of VU by 2022.

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    Free TAFE 2019

    Get work ready with VU Polytechnic's award-winning blended learning and don't pay tuition under the government's 'Free TAFE' initiative. Free TAFE is an affordable training opportunity for courses leading to priority occupations.

    Ranked top 2% in the world

    Victoria University continues to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide.

    Source: Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2017, 2018, 2019

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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 centre

    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

    Large entry numbers into the Footscray Art Prize confirm its popularity

    28 March 2019

    VU research judged as world-class, grows in new ratings

    27 March 2019

    Local artists encouraged to get involved with One Night in Footscray

    26 March 2019

    VU energy policy centre sparks national conversations

    25 March 2019
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    Events

    Research & referencing drop-ins: for all students

    Date: 
    25 Feb - 21 Jun (117 days)

    VU Library Start

    Date: 
    12 Mar - 11 Apr (31 days)

    Call for Entries: 2019 Picturing Footscray Photography Prize

    Date: 
    15 Mar - 1 May (48 days)
    Location: 
    VU at MetroWest (Footscray)

    Victoria Abroad Annual Study Overseas Fair

    Date: 
    3 Apr
    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)
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