Why VU?

Victoria University is a young and dynamic hub of ideas and energy.
VU was established in 1990 when a collection of individual institutions, some dating back to 1916, joined forces under one name. Over 45000 students, including international students from over 100 countries, now study at VU. Approximately 3000 international students study in Melbourne each year. Another 4000 take part in one of our many offshore programs around the world.

Central location

Three of our 11 campuses are located in the heart of the city of Melbourne and another six campuses are within 10 kilometres of the CBD. All campuses can be accessed easily by public transport.

Pathways

Many of our diploma courses within our Vocational Education faculties allow students to progress with credit into a bachelor degree at VU. For example, on completion of a two semester Diploma of Business course, students will receive up to eight subject exemptions towards a Bachelor of Business degree.

Ready to work

VU is a leader in industry-based learning and has an excellent reputation for helping students become ready for their careers. Employers who participate in VU initiatives include:

• Microsoft Academic Alliance

• Ford Motor Group

• QANTAS

• Siemens

• Lonely Planet

• BP Australia

Areas of study

We offer a wide range of courses by coursework and research including Bachelor degrees, Masters degrees and PhDs. Study areas include:

• Hospitality and Tourism

• Accounting and Financial Services

• Management and Marketing

• Sport and Performing Arts

• Children’s Services

• Engineering

• Community Development and Welfare

• Visual Art and Multimedia

• Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy

• Information Technology

• Building

Research

We have six research centres and four institutes providing innovative solutions for industry and community problems in areas such as water supply, health and diversity. Our six research centres focus on areas such as tourism, strategic economic studies, telecommunications, corporate governance, fire safety and exercise studies. Many international students are conducting research across a range of Masters and PhD research programs.

International student support

VU provides a variety of support services to international students including:

• Career advice and employment resources

• Academic skills assistance and workshops

• Student accommodation and housing assistance

• Financial advice

• Orientation sessions that include opportunities to meet local residents

• Airport pick-up

• Counselling

For more information visit: www.vu.edu.au/international/student_support

English Language Institute (ELI)

VU’s English Language Institute, located in Melbourne’s CBD, offers students:

• Pathways into VU courses

• A dedicated team of highly skilled teaching staff

• Limited class sizes of less than 18

• A wide range of support services

• Outstanding open-access facilities

Visit our English Language profile for more information.

Raye, USA
“Everybody I knew who had been to Australia kept saying: ‘Raye – You have to go to Melbourne’. So I looked for the university that best suited me. VU has been excellent. The people in Melbourne and VU are great.”