Why VU?

Victoria University is a young and dynamic hub of ideas and energy. It was established in 1990 after eighty years of evolution.
VU was once individual colleges and schools that met the needs of students from Victoria and around the globe from as early as 1916. In 1990 these institutions joined forces under one name to meet the demand for a tertiary institution that taught relevant knowledge and skills from the secondary school level right through to research degrees.

Over 45 000 students, including international students from over 100 countries, 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. We have established partnerships with over 90 educational institutions around the globe.

Why students from around the world choose to study in Melbourne

Melbourne is a modern city located on beautiful Port Phillip Bay It is the capital of the state of Victoria and is Australia’s second-largest city. It is a spectacular combination of artistic architecture, elegant streetscapes, multicultural communities, open parkland and wonderful beaches.

Over 140 languages are spoken amongst Melbourne’s ethnically-diverse population of almost 4 million. It was recently ranked as one of the world’s best cities.

For more information about Melbourne visit www.visitmelbourne.com.au

Events in Melbourne

Melbourne is host to a wide range of cultural festivals and great sporting events throughout the year including: the Melbourne International Comedy Festival; the Australian Tennis Open; the Formula One Grand Prix and the Spring Racing Carnival. A week does not go by without an exciting event taking place in Melbourne.

The Victoria experience

While studying in Melbourne, you will be able to immerse yourself in experiences that have made Australia famous. You can spend time touring the Great Ocean Road, visit the state’s wineries or come face-to-face with the local wildlife in one of Victoria’s national parks.

Whatever your interests, Victoria is the ideal choice for a Study Abroad experience. For more information about Victoria visit: www.visitvictoria.com.au

Study opportunities

VU offers a huge number of subjects over a wide range of disciplines. It is one of very few universities in Australia that offers courses in vocational and industry training, through our TAFE schools, and university degrees in both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Study areas include:

• Hospitality and Tourism

• Sports Science and Administration

• International Business and Law

• Management and Marketing

• Communications

• Engineering

• Asian and International Studies

• Multimedia and Visual Arts

• Psychology and Social Work

• Global Logistics and Transport

• Project Management

• Biomedical Sciences

• Food Science and Technology

• Education and TESOL

Our services

The Victoria Abroad team, a part of VU International, will ensure that your Study Abroad experience is one that you will enjoy and always cherish. The team arranges events and functions where all students who are taking part in our Study Abroad programs can meet, discuss their experiences and exchange tips about Melbourne. They’ll even pick you up from the airport when you arrive.

Study Abroad students also have access to the wide range of support and services offered by VU, including:

• Career advice and employment resources

• A dedicated International Student Support team

• Orientation sessions that include opportunities to meet local residents

• Academic skills assistance and workshops

• Free counselling

• Housing assistance

• Medical and health services

• Financial advice

For more information visit: www.vu.edu.au/services

Apply

Further information on Study Abroad at VU, including application procedures, can be found online at: www.vu.edu.au/International/studyabroad

Johannes, Germany
“Melbourne is great. The Jazz festival has been my favourite so far, but there are always things on. I also went to outback Australia with friends I had made because it’s quite easy to travel around. Melbourne is good value so you can afford it. Oh yes, the study is going well too!”